Broome County Public Library | Inclusive Rec Database

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

Does transportation serve area or facility?

Yes

If yes, type of transportation available:

Public

If yes, does transportation accommodate a person using a wheelchair?

Yes

APPROACH: ParkingBroome County Public Library

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

Yes

If yes, are the spaces clearly marked with upright signs designating them as accessible?

(International symbol of accessibility or clear wording)

N/A

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

6 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

110 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

6 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

(If no designated accessible parking, measure distance from middle of parking lot/area to entrance)

75 feet

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from parking to entrance?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

pavement

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Width of route of travel (at its narrowest point):

36 inches

Comments/additional information about parking and route of travel to entrance:

It is level from the parking spots to the main library entrance except for one small raise in the pavement.

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

N/A

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

36 inches

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

60 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

cement, pavement

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not assessed

Type of door:

Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

91 inches

Clear open width of door:

32 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

9 pounds

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

There is a third set of doors to get into the library, you have to pull to get in and push to get out. The door is 9 pounds to pull, and is 33 inches wide.

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to registration/check-in area?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

not assessed

Is the registration/reception/check-in counter easily located?

Yes

Height of counter:

30 inches

If counter is higher than 36", is a fold-out shelf available?

N/A

Is the registration area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering? (60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in registration area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

Yes

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletmain entrance restrooms

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

not assessed

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

34 inches

Handle type entering:

Push Plate

Handle type exiting:

Pull

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

53 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

17 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

N/A

Height of sink:

32 inches

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

14 inches

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

54 inches

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance to elevator?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

not assessed

Elevator control panel height:

38 inches

Methods of communication for elevator controls: (check all that are present)

Tactile

Elevator door width:

36 inches

Does elevator have a sensor that reopens the door or does door stay open at least 20 seconds?

Yes

Size (clear space) of elevator car:

57 inches x 82 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

USE: Stairsstairs

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from the entrance to this area?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

not assessed

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

Has handrail

Yes

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBroome County Public Library

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletmain entrance restrooms

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: Stairsstairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBroome County Public Library

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletmain entrance restrooms

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: Stairsstairs

Notes about physical inclusion

Broome County Public Library
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