Accessibility Survey Techniques John Salmen, AIA Andrew Yarrish, AIA Universal Designers & Consultants, Inc.

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1 John Salmen, AIA Andrew Yarrish, AIA www.

2 Outline of Program 1. Tools 2. Accessibility Checklists 3. Measurement Questions will be taken throughout 2

3 Objectives Become familiar with measuring techniques Be consistent in surveying elements Be consistent in survey documentation 3

4 DOJ Info 4

5 Tools Tape Measure Digital Slopemeter Pressure Gauge Camera 5

6 Tape Measure Measurements will be taken to the closest 1/8 of an inch. 6

7 Slopemeter Calibrate before every survey and if dropped. Take readings as a %. 7

8 Pressure Gauge The plunger has two scales: pounds and kilograms. Use the pounds scale. Read the edge of the O-ring closer to the zero end of the scale to find the amount of force. 8

9 Camera A (good) picture is worth a thousand words. 9

10 Taking Pictures Is enough shown to present a correct perspective? 10

11 Actual Condition Shows Offsets 11

12 Taking Pictures 12

13 Outline of Program 1. Tools 2. Accessibility Checklists 3. Measurement Questions will be taken throughout 13

14 PNC Accessibility Checklist Accessibility Checklists US Department of Justice Website ADA.gov Voting Stations Lodging Facilities Emergency Shelters chk.htm 14

15 Take the Standards with You 10 Chapters 1. Application & Administration 2. Scoping Requirements 3. Building Blocks 4. Accessible Routes 5. General Site and Building Elements 6. Plumbing Elements and Facilities 7. Communication Elements and Facilities 8. Special Rooms, Spaces and Elements 9. Built-in Elements 10. Recreation Elements 15

16 Outline of Program 1. Tools 2. Accessibility Checklists 3. Measurement Questions will be taken throughout 16

17 Using the Accessibility Checklist Photos Yes/No Measurement Comment 17

18 Accessible Routes 18

19 Accessible Routes Accessible Entry to: Public Transit Stops Accessible Parking Public Right of Way Accessible Entry to Teller 24 hr ATM After Hours Drop Box Restrooms 19

20 Exterior Accessible Route Route from accessible parking Entry Door Route from public transit 20 Route from public right of way

21 Exterior Accessible Routes Clear widths Abrupt level changes Gaps Running and cross slopes 21

22 Measuring the Accessible Route 22

23 Slope of Exterior Accessible Route 23

24 Interior Accessible Routes & Elements Clear widths Running and cross slopes Abrupt level changes 24

25 Interior Accessible Route Accessible Route Primary Functions AR to the restrooms Restrooms 25

26 Measuring the Accessible Route 26

27 Curb Ramps Flush Transitions Running and Cross Slopes Landings Side Flares 27

28 Running Slope, Cross Slope and Landing 36 28

29 Curb Ramp Width 29

30 Curb Ramp Flares & Landings Sides of Curb Ramps Landings at Top of Curb Ramps

31 Parking Spaces & Aisles Vehicle Parking Spaces Parking Space Access Aisle 31

32 Parking Sign Height 32

33 Striping 33

34 Parking Stall Width 34

35 Parking Stall Slope 35

36 Ramp Slope 3 running slope measurements and 3 cross slope measurements Take the measurements down the center of the ramp. 30 Max 36

37 Handrails Handrail Non- Circular Cross Section Top and Bottom Handrail Extension at Ramps

38 Ramp Landings Ramp Landings 38

39 Edge Protection Extended Floor or Ground Surface Edge Protection Curb or Barrier Edge Protection 39

40 Ramp Width 40

41 Doors Clear Width Hardware Automatic Opener Door Closer Closing Speed Closing Force Threshold Latch Door Maneuvering Clearance Pull Side Push Side 41

42 Door Clear Width 42

43 Door Hardware 43

44 Door Force & Closing Speed Door Force Unlatch the door Place plunger above or below the hardware Apply constant pressure Closing Speed Open door to 90 degrees Release door and count End count at 12 degrees from latch 44

45 Door Threshold Beveled Change in Level

46 Maneuvering Clearances Maneuvering Clearances at Manual Swinging Doors and Gates

47 Self Service Items 47 Dispenser Reach Range Clear Floor Space Reach Over an Obstacle Operable with a Closed Fist

48 Reach Range to Self Service Items 48

49 Self Service Items 49

50 Counters 50 Counter Height Clear Floor Space Slope Reach Over an Obstacle

51 Counters 51

52 Restroom 52 Door and Hardware ( Complete Door Form) Size Grab Bars Lavatory Knee and Toe Clearance Insulated Pipes Mirror Reach Range (Complete Operable Parts Form) Turning Space

53 Space at Water Closet Size of Wheelchair Accessible Toilet Compartment Size of Clearance at Water Closets 53

54 Grab Bars Side Wall Grab Bar Rear Wall Grab Bar 54

55 Grab Bars 55

56 Lavatory Knee Clearance 56

57 Knee & Toe Clearance 57

58 Insulated Pipes 58

59 Accessible Faucet Hardware 59

60 Mirror Height 60

61 Amenity Height & Control 61

62 Coat Hook Height Measure to top of hook 48 max 62

63 Coat Hook Height 63

64 Turning Space & Clear Floor Space 64

65 Completing the Survey Finalize the Survey Make sure every line is completed Number the pages Complete the Summary (Cover) Page Make sure the location information, date and your name is listed on every page. Re-orient and re-name your photographs 65