Ben Light Gymnasium at Ithaca College | 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:

TCAT public transportation can be contacted at (607) 277-7433 for more information regarding routes, schedules and fees. You can also visit their website at www.tcatbus.com. There is some travel distance from the bus stop to the Hill Center. Once you arrive at the Hill Center, you must take the elevator up to enter the Ben Light gymnasium.

APPROACH: ParkingBen Light Gymnasium at Ithaca College

Type of parking assessed:

(If both are present, assess the agency parking)

Agency

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)

3 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

159 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

2 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

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

63 feet

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

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

concrete blocks

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

5 1/5 %

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

204 inches

ENTER: EntrancesHill Center, Ben Light Gym Entrance

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

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

not applicable

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

74 inches

Clear open width of door:

35 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Comments/additional information about entrance:

The automatic doors works inconsistently, they can be manually opened as well.

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:

smooth tile

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?

N/A

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

N/A

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

Yes

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

There is not a permanent registration area or desk. For registration purposes during special events being held at the gym, temporary fold-out tables are placed outside of the gym entrance.

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletunisex restroom located in the lobby

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:

smooth tile

Is a single use restroom provided?

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

Yes

Restroom assessed:

Family

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:

33 1/2 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

4 pounds

Handle type entering:

Knob

Handle type exiting:

Knob

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

N/A

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:

13 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

Height of sink:

30 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

18 inches

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

34 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:

There are grab bars on both sides of the toilet, as well as the rear wall behind the toilet.

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBen Light Gymnasium at Ithaca College

ENTER: EntrancesHill Center, Ben Light Gym Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletunisex restroom located in the lobby

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBen Light Gymnasium at Ithaca College

ENTER: EntrancesHill Center, Ben Light Gym Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletunisex restroom located in the lobby

Notes about physical inclusion

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