Electrical Test Lab (ETL)
The ETL evaluates electrical equipment for safety, fire and shock hazards and personnel injuries in accordance with the current applicable codes and standards. Approved materials are published as Los Angeles Research Reports (LARR).
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ETL
Electrical Testing Laboratory
Address: 221 N. Figueroa St. Room 500, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Telephone: (213) 482-6721 Fax: (213) 482-6554
Engineer: Antonio Maldonado
Email: antonio.maldonado@lacity.org Telephone: (213) 482-7382
Engineer: Isaac Almaraz
Email: isaac.almaraz@lacity.org Telephone: (213) 482-0035
Engineer: Stephanie Lopez
Email: stephanie.j.lopez@lacity.org Telephone: (213) 482-0068
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Door maneuvering clearances are determined based on Approach Direction -- from the front, hinge side, latch side, approach side, pull or push side -- whether the path is perpendicular or parallel to a doorway.
See Table 11B-404.2.4.1 for each case scenario.
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¼ inch is the maximum.
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34 inches is the maximum height.
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36 inches is the maximum height.
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The slope requirements for different parts of an accessible route vary.
Walkways 5%
Ramps 8.33%
Landings 2%
Elevator car 2%
Accessible parking 2%
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8.33% is the maximum for a ramp slope.
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36” minimum, if serving elements are on only one side; otherwise 44” minimum.
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The clear width of walking surfaces must be 36 inches minimum
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30” x 48” is the minimum width.
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