In nzs 4121 2001 design for access and mobility section 11 1 refers to public counters and desks.
Wheelchair accessible reception desk dimensions.
This 8 inch space measured vertically from the finished floor will provide an enclosure for feet and wheelchair foot rests that will enable the visitor to get closer to the reception counter.
It also is considered a work surface for your staff.
In addition to having a maximum height of 36 inches all accessible sales and service counters must have a clear floor space in front of the accessible surface that permits a customer using a wheelchair to pull alongside.
Such a space shall be at least 900mm wide.
This requires it to meet the needs of a person in a wheelchair and keeps you from discrimination.
Most local and state codes require that the desk height between 28 36 h 36 wide and with at least 12 of legspace.
In addition to the vertical 8 inch measurement the toe kick is to cut into the reception desk by 4 inches horizontally.
Wheelchair accessible tables are segmented tables that can be adjusted to accommodate both wheelchair and standard chairs.
A wheelchair accessible desk has to be more than just a desk without a reception counter.
Provides flexible comfortable seating for wheelchair users without the need for lap trays or transferring from the wheelchair.