Transfer Platform. A transfer platform must be provided with each transfer system. The platform must be a minimum of 19” deep and 24” wide. The transfer platform allows users to maneuver on and off of the system from their mobility device.

Figure 1009.5.1 Size of Transfer Platform

Height. The height of the transfer platform should be 16” - 19” from the deck.

Clear Deck Space. A transfer space of 60” by 60” minimum with a slope not steeper than 1:48 should be provided at the base of the transfer platform and should be centered along a 24” minimum side of the transfer platform. The side of the transfer platform serving the transfer space should be unobstructed.

Figure 1009.5.2 Clear Deck Space at Transfer Platform

Transfer Steps. Steps should have a maximum height of 8” – shorter heights are recommended. This decreases the distance required to lift up or move down to reach the next step.  The steps must extend into the water a minimum of 18” below the stationary water level. Each step should have a tread clear depth of 14” - 17” and have a tread clear width of 24” min.

Figure 1009.5.4 Transfer Steps

Surface. The surface should not be sharp and should have rounded edges.
 

Figure 1009.5.6 Size of Transfer Steps

Grab Bars. There should be at least one grab bar on each transfer step and the transfer platform or a continuous grab bar serving each transfer step and the transfer platform. Where a grab bar is provided on each step, the tops of gripping surfaces should be 4” - 6” above each step and transfer platform. Where a continuous grab bar is provided, the top of the gripping surface should be 4” - 6” above the step nosing and transfer platform. Grab bars should be located on at least one side of the transfer system and should not obstruct transfer.

Figure 1009.5.7 Grab Bars