applied surfaces from air.
2.3.4.2
Paint
Paint shall be factory applied with a minimum of 2 coats. Paint shall be
weather-resistant and resistant to cracking, peeling and fading.
2.3.4.3
Color
Color of site furnishing components shall be in accordance with Section
09915 COLOR SCHEDULE.
2.4
SITE STANDARDS
Site furnishings shall be furnished with the dimensions and requirements
indicated. Site furnishings placed in children's outdoor play areas shall
meet the safety requirements of ASTM F 1487 for entrapment; sharp points,
edges, and protrusions; entanglement; pinch, crush, and shear points. Site
furnishings to be included in children's outdoor play areas shall be free
from sharp vertical edges and any protruding elements and designed with a
minimum radius of 13 mm 1/2 inch on all vertical edges; this includes, but
is not limited to, seat walls, containment curbs and planters. Where
practical, horizontal edges exposed to children's activities shall be
rounded.
2.5
BENCHES AND CHAIRS
Benches and chairs shall be furnished with no sharp edges or protruding
hardware.
a. Height: The height above finished grade or specified surface shall
be between 450-500 mm 18-20 inches and level.
b. Seat: The seat surface shall be pitched or slotted to shed water;
the seat depth shall be between 300-460 mm 12-18 inches and pitched
down at the back at a 0-5 degree angle. Seat shall have a minimum
width of 610 mm 24 inches per person, and shall overhang the support
base by a minimum of 100 mm 4 inches for heel space and to facilitate
rising from a seating position.
c. Back Rest: When back rests are required, the height shall be
between 380-460 mm 15-18 inches from the top of the seat and the
connection shall be at a 90-110 degree angle to the seat.
d. Arm Rest: When arm rests are required, a minimum of 150 mm 6 inches
height from the seat and a minimum arm rest width of 40 mm 1-1/2 inches
shall be provided.
e. Weight Limit: Seats shall support a minimum 136 kg 300 lbs for each
person they are designed to accommodate.
[2.5.1
Precast Units
Design precast units in accordance with manufacturer's standards, size as
indicated. Finish and color as indicated selected from manufacturer's
standards.
SECTION 02870
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