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ADA-Compliant Accessible Locker

Universal Access Storage for Inclusive Facilities

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ADA-Compliant Accessible Locker

Universal Access Storage for Inclusive Facilities

The ADA-Compliant Accessible Locker is engineered from the ground up to meet the accessibility requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Architectural Barriers Act. Rather than adapting a standard locker to meet minimum compliance, this product integrates accessibility into its fundamental design — creating storage that is genuinely usable by people with a wide range of physical abilities.

The locker height and handle placement fall within the ADA forward and side reach ranges, ensuring that wheelchair users can independently operate the latch, open the door, and access the full interior without assistance. Interior components — shelf, hooks, and number plate — are positioned within accessible reach, and the compartment depth allows full-arm access from a seated wheelchair position.

The door operates with a lever-style handle that requires no grasping, pinching, or twisting — meeting the ADA operability standard that all hardware must be usable with one hand and without tight grasping. The continuous piano hinge allows the door to swing to a full 180 degrees, eliminating the door-width obstruction that prevents wheelchair users from accessing lockers with limited door swing.

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Key Features

Engineered for performance in demanding environments

Handle and lock within ADA forward and side reach ranges

Lever-style handle — no grasping, pinching, or twisting required

180-degree door swing for unobstructed wheelchair access

Interior shelf and hooks within accessible reach height

Knee clearance beneath bottom-tier units for forward approach

High-contrast number plates for visual accessibility

Braille number identification on each door

Compatible with assistive technology lock interfaces

Meets ADA, ABA, and ICC A117.1 accessibility standards

Available in all tier configurations with accessible units

Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for project planning and installation

Compliance	ADA, ABA, ICC A117.1-2017
Handle Height	34"–48" AFF (within reach range)
Handle Type	Lever-style — single-hand operable
Door Swing	180 degrees — continuous piano hinge
Body Material	16-gauge cold-rolled steel
Widths	12", 15", 18"
Depths	12", 15", 18"
Accessible Tier Height	48" max (top of usable storage)
Identification	High-contrast number plate + Braille
Lock Options	Lever-handle combo, electronic keypad, RFID
Finish	Thermoset powder coat — 40+ colors
Warranty	15-year limited warranty

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SPEC SHEET ADA-Compliant Accessible Locker — Specification Sheet

Locker Accessories & Components

Customize your locker system with premium add-ons and components

Lock Options

Built-in, hasp, padlock, combination, key, electronic, and master key options.

Shelves & Hooks

Adjustable shelves and coat hooks for maximum interior organization.

Slope Tops

Angled tops prevent accumulation of debris and unauthorized storage.

Ventilation

Louvered doors and vented panels for improved air circulation.

Locker Numbers

Stamped, engraved, or adhesive numbering systems for easy identification.

Benches

Freestanding and wall-mounted benches to complete your locker room setup.

Base Trim

Recessed and closed base configurations with optional leveling feet.

Master Keying

Campus or facility-wide master key systems with hierarchical access control.

Ideal For

Trusted by facilities across every sector

Public Schools (IDEA Compliance)

Schools must provide accessible lockers for students with disabilities under IDEA and Section 504. Our accessible lockers are designed to integrate into standard locker runs without visual distinction, supporting inclusive education environments.

Government Buildings

Federal, state, and municipal buildings must comply with ABA accessibility standards. Accessible lockers in employee and public areas demonstrate compliance and ensure that all building users have equal access to personal storage.

Healthcare Facilities

Hospitals and medical facilities serve patients, visitors, and staff with varying abilities. Accessible lockers in changing areas, employee break rooms, and patient areas ensure universal usability.

Recreation & Fitness Centers

Adaptive fitness programs serve people with physical disabilities who need accessible locker room storage. Our accessible lockers provide independent use without requiring staff assistance for basic storage operations.

ADA-Compliant Lockers: Accessibility by Design, Not Afterthought

Accessibility compliance is not achieved by lowering a standard locker and adding a different handle. Genuine accessibility requires a fundamental re-examination of how a person with limited mobility, strength, or dexterity interacts with every component of the locker — from approaching the unit, to operating the latch, to reaching the interior shelf, to closing and securing the door. Our ADA-compliant lockers address each of these interactions through purpose-driven design choices.

Understanding ADA Reach Range Requirements

The ADA specifies maximum and minimum reach ranges for both forward and side approaches. For a forward approach (wheelchair facing the locker), the maximum unobstructed reach height is 48 inches and the minimum is 15 inches. For a side approach, the maximum reach over an obstruction varies based on obstruction depth. Our accessible lockers position all operable components — handle, lock interface, and interior storage surfaces — within these defined ranges, ensuring that users approaching from any angle can independently operate the locker.

Hardware Operability Standards

ADA requires that hardware be operable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. The standard combination lock dial, which requires precise rotational manipulation, fails this test for many users with limited fine motor control. Our accessible lockers offer lever-style handles with integrated push-button latches, electronic keypad locks with large tactile buttons, and RFID proximity readers that require no physical manipulation at all — providing multiple compliant options that accommodate different ability levels.

Inclusive Design That Benefits Everyone

Accessible design features benefit all users, not just those with documented disabilities. Parents carrying children appreciate lever handles that operate with an elbow. Workers with arthritic hands value large-button electronic locks over tiny combination dials. Athletes with temporarily injured shoulders need the full 180-degree door swing that accessible lockers provide. By specifying accessible lockers throughout a facility — not just the minimum required accessible units — facility managers create a universally better user experience.

Compliance Integration in Locker Runs

ADA does not require that every locker be accessible — it requires that accessible lockers be provided in the same types, sizes, and locations as standard lockers. Our accessible units are dimensionally compatible with standard locker runs, allowing them to be integrated at the required positions without gaps, transitions, or visual inconsistencies. The accessible units match the same height, width, finish, and styling as adjacent standard lockers, maintaining a unified installation appearance while meeting all regulatory requirements.