Frank E. Gannett Memorial Library (Utica College)

APPROACH: ParkingFrank E. Gannett Memorial Library (Utica 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)

1 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

99 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

1 spaces

Width of access aisles:

99 inches

Distance from parking to entrance:

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

141 feet

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

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

pavement and concrete

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

4 %

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

92 inches

ENTER: EntrancesLibrary Main Entrance

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

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

No

Step count

0 stairs

Is a ramp provided?

N/A

Type of door:

Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

190 inches

Clear open width of door:

43 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Comments/additional information about entrance:

There are gates to pass through after entering the doors. The gates will soon be taken down so it will be a more open space. Also the accessible buttons are hard to see at first. One is on the gate, one on the door, and another is to the side between the doors.

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:

41 inches

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

No

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

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

Staff at the circulation desk are availble to assist and answer questions.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletLower Level Accessible 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

Is a single use restroom provided?

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

Yes

Restroom assessed:

Female

Is signage clear?

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

No

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

32 inches

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

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

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

60 inches x 60 inches

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?

Yes

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

60 inches x 60 inches

Height of sink:

31 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

15 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

N/A

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

38 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

40 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

The hall getting to the bathroom somewhat dimly lit, and the sign says women, but there is no picture.

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:

carpet

Elevator control panel height:

40 inches

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

Tactile
Visual

Elevator door width:

41 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:

78 inches x 50 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

Comments/additional information about the elevator:

The elevator requires a key. Request the key at the circulation desk.

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:

carpet

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

No

Has handrail

Yes

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingFrank E. Gannett Memorial Library (Utica College)

ENTER: EntrancesLibrary Main Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletLower Level Accessible Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: Stairsstairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingFrank E. Gannett Memorial Library (Utica College)

ENTER: EntrancesLibrary Main Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletLower Level Accessible Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: Stairsstairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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