GOLD-ELEVATOR JAMB PLATES

An elevator jamb plate is a permanent sign mounted on the door frame (jamb) of an elevator entrance that identifies the floor level and elevator car designation. These signs are required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and building safety codes to assist both the general public and individuals with visual impairments in identifying their location and the specific elevator they are using. The sign must include raised characters and Braille, making it readable by touch as well as sight.

The correct location for installing an elevator jamb plate is on the wall or frame next to the elevator door on the elevator side (the side where passengers enter the cab). Signs should be installed on both sides of the elevator door at each floor to ensure accessibility from any direction of approach. This helps individuals—including those with vision loss or in emergency situations—orient themselves quickly and safely.

The recommended mounting height for an elevator jamb plate, according to ADA guidelines, is centered between 48 inches (1220 mm) and 60 inches (1525 mm) above the finished floor. The most commonly used and safest height for universal accessibility is 60 inches to the centerline of the sign. This placement ensures that the sign is easily reachable and legible for both standing and seated (wheelchair) user