Mosholu Branch 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

Comments/additional information about transportation:

BX Bus 10, 16, 28, 30 and 34 to Bainbridge avenue. BX Bus 41 and 55 to Webster Avenue and walk three blocks to Perry avenue. D Train to 205th street, exit through front end of train to access ramp.

ENTER: EntrancesMain Library Entrance

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

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Yes

Step count

3 stairs

Handrail type

pipe and metal

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

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

36 inches

If yes, slope of ramp (at its steepest incline):

8 4/5 %

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

60 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

concrete

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

pipe and metal

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Clear open width of door:

36 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

4 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Pull

Comments/additional information about entrance:

There is no agency parking available, it is street parking only. There is an accessible ramp that runs from the street sidewalk to the library entrance.

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?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

carpet

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

Yes

Height of counter:

34 inches

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

Yes

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)

Comments/additional information about reception/registration/check-in area:

Alternative forms of communication are available when reserved and ordered ahead of time from Andrew Haskell Library.

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletwomen's downstairs restroom

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

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

carpet to tile floor

Is a single use restroom provided?

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

Yes

Is signage clear?

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

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

34 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

5 pounds

Handle type entering:

Lever

Handle type exiting:

Lever

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

22 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:

18 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

Height of sink:

34 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

9 inches

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

46 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

43 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

With the exception of a lack of signage, the restroom is very accessible.

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

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

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

tiled floor

Elevator control panel height:

57 inches

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

Audible
Tactile
Visual

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:

50 inches x 68 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

USE: StairsStairs

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

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

tiled floor

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

Yes

Has handrail

Yes

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

ENTER: EntrancesMain Library Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletwomen's downstairs restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

ENTER: EntrancesMain Library Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletwomen's downstairs restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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