National Museum of Civil War Medicine | Inclusive Rec Database

APPROACH: ParkingFront of Building Parking

Type of parking assessed:

(If both are present, assess the agency parking)

Street

Parking spaces are:

Lined

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

Distance from parking to entrance:

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

16 feet

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

Old Brick Pathway

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

84 inches

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

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

No

Are there stairs to gain entry?

No

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

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

84 inches

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

60 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

carpet

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

no railing available

Type of door:

Automatic

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

48 inches

Clear open width of door:

41 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

7 pounds

Handle type entering:

Push plate

Handle type exiting:

Push plate

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

13 inches

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaMain Registration Area

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to registration/check-in area?

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lt?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

carpet

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

70 inches

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

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

Yes

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMain Lobby Restroom

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

carpet

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

69 inches

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:

35 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

10 pounds

Handle type entering:

Lever

Handle type exiting:

Pull

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 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:

76 inches x 86 inches

Is the center line of the toilet positioned 16"-18" from the nearest side wall?

Yes

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

No

Number of grab bars:

1 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)

8 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:

43 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

The restroom is a large area. Very accessible in terms of space. However the door is heavy and takes 10 pounds to open it making it not accessible. Some or most individuals would require assistance when entering or exiting.

USE: Elevator(s)Main elevator

Is an elevator provided to access recreation areas on other floors?

Yes

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

carpet

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

70 inches

Elevator control panel height:

42 inches

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

Visual

Elevator door width:

48 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:

67 inches x 98 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

USE: StairsMain Steps

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

Cement/Concrete

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

0 %

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

38 inches

Step count

24 stairs

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

No

Has handrail

Yes

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingFront of Building Parking

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaMain Registration Area

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMain Lobby Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Main elevator

USE: StairsMain Steps

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingFront of Building Parking

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaMain Registration Area

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMain Lobby Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)Main elevator

USE: StairsMain Steps

Notes about physical inclusion

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