608.3 – Grab Bar Placement

608.3 Grab Bars.
Grab bars shall comply with 609 and shall be provided in accordance with 608.3.  Where multiple grab bars are used, required horizontal grab bars shall be installed at the same height above the finish floor.

608.3.1 Transfer Type Shower Compartments.
In transfer type compartments, grab bars shall be provided across the control wall and back wall to a point 455 mm (18″) from the control wall.

608.3.2 Standard Roll-In Type Shower Compartments.
Where a seat is provided in standard roll-in type shower compartments, grab bars shall be provided on the back wall and the side wall opposite the seat.  Grab bars shall not be provided above the seat.  Where a seat is not provided in standard roll-in type shower compartments, grab bars shall be provided on three walls.  Grab bars shall be installed 150 mm (6″) maximum from adjacent walls.

608.3.3 Alternate Roll-In Type Shower Compartments.
In alternate roll-in type shower compartments, grab bars shall be provided on the back wall and the side wall farthest from the compartment entry.  Grab bars shall not be provided above the seat. Grab bars shall be installed 150 mm (6″) maximum from adjacent walls.