Bronx Library Center (New York Public Library)

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:

Numerous options via MTA:
Buses: Bx1, Bx2, Bx9, Bx12, Bx15, Bx17, Bx22, Bx41, Bx55, Bx28, Bx34, BxM4A
Subway: D, B, 1, 2, 4 to Fordham Road. Visit: www.nypl.org/locations/tid/12/directions

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

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

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Step count

0 stairs

Is a ramp provided?

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

105 inches

Clear open width of door:

34 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

8 1/2 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Pull
Push/Pull Paddle/Bar

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

12 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

There is a wide-open space between the two sets of doors, with slip-free flooring and mats.

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:

vinyl flooring

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

Yes

Height of counter:

36 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

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

The registration is clearly visible and has a large open area to the right of entrance. There are wide adjustable tensor-barrier lanes at the check-out.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMain Floor Women's 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:

tile

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)

Yes

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:

70 inches

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

N/A

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

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

40 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:

19 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

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

50 inches x 50 inches

Height of sink:

32 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

10 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

48 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

50 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

There are also hooks in the restroom which are 60 inches above the floor.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletConcourse Level Women's 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:

tile

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)

Yes

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:

70 inches

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:

32 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

9 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

40 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

48 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

The accessible stall is the last of the four stalls.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletThird Floor Women's 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:

tile

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)

Yes

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:

70 inches

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

N/A

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

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

40 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:

32 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

17 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

48 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

50 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

There are hooks in this restroom that are located 60 inches from the floor and there is also a shelf that is 32 inches high.

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:

vinyl flooring, flat

Elevator control panel height:

40 inches

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

Audible
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?

Size (clear space) of elevator car:

80 inches x 56 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

Comments/additional information about the elevator:

Inside elevator, there is braille and loude audible beeps indicating passing floors.

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:

slip-proof vinyl flooring

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

Yes

Has handrail

Yes

Comments/additional information about stairs:

The stairs are wide and bright.

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMain Floor Women's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletConcourse Level Women's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletThird Floor Women's Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

Bronx Library Center (New York Public Library) Back to Agency

Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMain Floor Women's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletConcourse Level Women's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletThird Floor Women's Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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