However, there are cost-effective turnkey systems available that meet the letter of the law while transforming building compliance into a simpler project.
Make no mistake about it; providing an area and a means for a disabled person to request evacuation assistance in an emergency in a multi-story commercial or public accommodation building is the law. As per Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 7.5135: Areas of rescue assistance are generally required on each floor, other than the ground floor, of a multi-story building. Specific requirements are provided for such features as location, size, stairway, width and two-way communications.