Ability Solutions : Ramps & More

Slope Recommendations

1:12 (4.8° )
The recommended slope for home ramps.  This works for most strong unassisted manual chair users.

2:12 (9.5°)
Acceptable grade for portable ramp use by occupied chairs and scooters with assistance.

To determine the length of ramp for your application, first you need to determine the rise.  The rise is the vertical measurement between ground and where the top of the ramp is going to sit.

Portable ramps are intended for rises under 24".