Bronx Museum of the Arts | Inclusive Rec Database

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Museum of the Arts

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

No

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)

0 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

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

6 1/4 feet

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

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

asphalt to concrete

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

38 inches

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

Street parking is in front of entrance. Nearby parking garage information is suggested by museum staff.

ENTER: EntrancesPrimary North Wing Accessible Entrance

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

No

Are there stairs to gain entry?

No

Step count

0 stairs

Is a ramp provided?

No

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

115 inches

Clear open width of door:

36 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

10 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Pull

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

44 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

Ground floor entrance and both doors are open to the public during operating hours for exhibitions and events. There is also the South Wing entrance which is opened for special events.

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:

concrete

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

Yes

Height of counter:

42 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:

Although there is easy maneuvering in front of registration desk, there is a ramp for accessibility to gain entry to exhibits near reception desk in lobby; however, they have a large exhibit which prevents easy maneuvering in wheelchair.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletAccessible Family Lobby 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:

concrete

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:

49 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

10 pounds

Handle type entering:

Lever

Handle type exiting:

Lever

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

48 inches

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

No

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

No

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

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

18 1/2 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

No

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

36 inches x 35 inches

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)

7 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

No

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

41 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

41 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

Diaper changing table mounted on wall close to sink. Signage in Braile and at 62 inches high.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Accessible Basement 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:

concrete

Is a single use restroom provided?

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

No

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:

35 1/2 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

10 pounds

Handle type entering:

Lever

Handle type exiting:

Lever

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

51 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

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:

20 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:

33 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?

No

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

41 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

40 inches

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMen's Accessible Basement 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:

concrete

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:

35 1/2 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

10 pounds

Handle type entering:

Lever

Handle type exiting:

Lever

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

51 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

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:

19 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:

33 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?

No

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

41 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

40 inches

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:

concrete

Elevator control panel height:

45 inches

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

Audible
Visual

Elevator door width:

54 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:

71 inches x 109 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

Comments/additional information about the elevator:

There is a ringing sound while doors are closing.

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:

not assessed

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

No

Has handrail

Yes

Comments/additional information about stairs:

Stairs have non-ski edges which are not well marked and there are easy grasp handrails which are metal tubular.

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Museum of the Arts

ENTER: EntrancesPrimary North Wing Accessible Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletAccessible Family Lobby Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Accessible Basement Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMen's Accessible Basement Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingBronx Museum of the Arts

ENTER: EntrancesPrimary North Wing Accessible Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletAccessible Family Lobby Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Accessible Basement Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMen's Accessible Basement Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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