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

2 Objectives Become familiar with measuring techniques Be consistent in surveying elements Be consistent in survey documentation 3 DOJ Info 4 2

3 Tools Tape Measure Digital Slopemeter Pressure Gauge Camera 5 Tape Measure Measurements will be taken to the closest 1/8 of an inch. 6 3

4 Slopemeter Calibrate before every survey and if dropped. Take readings as a %. 7 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 4

5 Camera A (good) picture is worth a thousand words. 9 Taking Pictures Is enough shown to present a correct perspective? 10 5

6 Actual Condition Shows Offsets 11 Taking Pictures 12 6

7 PNC Accessibility Checklist Outline of Program 1. Tools 2. Accessibility Checklists 3. Measurement Questions will be taken throughout 13 Accessibility Checklists US Department of Justice Website ADA.gov Voting Stations Lodging Facilities Emergency Shelters chk.htm 14 7

8 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 Outline of Program 1. Tools 2. Accessibility Checklists 3. Measurement Questions will be taken throughout 16 8

9 Using the Accessibility Checklist Photos Yes/No Measurement Comment 17 Accessible Routes 18 9

10 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 Exterior Accessible Route Route from accessible parking Entry Door Route from public transit 20 Route from public right of way 10

11 Exterior Accessible Routes Clear widths Abrupt level changes Gaps Running and cross slopes 21 Measuring the Accessible Route 22 11

12 Slope of Exterior Accessible Route 23 Interior Accessible Routes & Elements Clear widths Running and cross slopes Abrupt level changes 24 12

13 Interior Accessible Route Accessible Route Primary Functions AR to the restrooms Restrooms 25 Measuring the Accessible Route 26 13

14 Curb Ramps Flush Transitions Running and Cross Slopes Landings Side Flares 27 Running Slope, Cross Slope and Landing

15 Curb Ramp Width 29 Curb Ramp Flares & Landings Sides of Curb Ramps Landings at Top of Curb Ramps 15

16 Parking Spaces & Aisles Vehicle Parking Spaces Parking Space Access Aisle 31 Parking Sign Height 32 16

17 Striping 33 Parking Stall Width 34 17

18 Parking Stall Slope 35 Ramp Slope 3 running slope measurements and 3 cross slope measurements Take the measurements down the center of the ramp. 30 Max 36 18

19 Handrails Handrail Non- Circular Cross Section Top and Bottom Handrail Extension at Ramps Ramp Landings Ramp Landings 38 19

20 Edge Protection Extended Floor or Ground Surface Edge Protection Curb or Barrier Edge Protection 39 Ramp Width 40 20

21 Doors Clear Width Hardware Automatic Opener Door Closer Closing Speed Closing Force Threshold Latch Door Maneuvering Clearance Pull Side Push Side 41 Door Clear Width 42 21

22 Door Hardware 43 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 22

23 Door Threshold Beveled Change in Level Maneuvering Clearances Maneuvering Clearances at Manual Swinging Doors and Gates 23

24 Self Service Items 47 Dispenser Reach Range Clear Floor Space Reach Over an Obstacle Operable with a Closed Fist Reach Range to Self Service Items 48 24

25 Self Service Items 49 Counters 50 Counter Height Clear Floor Space Slope Reach Over an Obstacle 25

26 Counters 51 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 26

27 Space at Water Closet Size of Wheelchair Accessible Toilet Compartment Size of Clearance at Water Closets 53 Grab Bars Side Wall Grab Bar Rear Wall Grab Bar 54 27

28 Grab Bars 55 Lavatory Knee Clearance 56 28

29 Knee & Toe Clearance 57 Insulated Pipes 58 29

30 Accessible Faucet Hardware 59 Mirror Height 60 30

31 Amenity Height & Control 61 Coat Hook Height Measure to top of hook 48 max 62 31

32 Coat Hook Height 63 Turning Space & Clear Floor Space 64 32

33 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 33