Middle Country Public Library | 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:

Patron may use Suffolk County Accessible Transportation (SCAT) Services to visit MCPL
SCAT Reservation Telephone Numbers
For Rides contact 631.738.1150 (voice) 631.981.0104 (TTY)

APPROACH: ParkingMain Parking Lot

Type of parking assessed:

(If both are present, assess the agency parking)

Agency

Parking spaces are:

Lined

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)

Yes

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

9 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

108 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

9 spaces

Width of access aisles:

96 inches

Distance from parking to entrance:

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

150 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:

Pavement and Cement

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

0 %

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

84 inches

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

Accessible parking spots have an access aisle located between every two accessible parking spots to allow for either side vehicle exiting or entering for both drivers and passengers who may need an access aisle.

ENTER: EntrancesMain 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

n/a

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:

72 inches

Clear open width of door:

48 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

0 pounds

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Comments/additional information about entrance:

The international symbol of accessibility is not displayed at the entrance but does clearly mark accessible parking spots.

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaWelcome Desk and Circulation

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:

Tile floor then firm/short fiber carpet for catching weather residue

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

0 %

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

36 inches

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

Yes

Height of counter:

29 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/ToiletWomen's Entrance Restroooom

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:

Tile Floor

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

0 %

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

40 inches

Is a single use restroom provided?

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

Restroom assessed:

Female

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:

32 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

3 1/5 pounds

Handle type entering:

Automatic

Handle type exiting:

Automatic

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

36 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

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?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

19 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)

10 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

45 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

44 inches

USE: Elevator(s)Elevator to Adult and Adolescent Areas

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:

Short fiber carpet

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

0 %

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

36 inches

Elevator control panel height:

30 inches

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

Tactile
Visual

Elevator door width:

36 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:

60 inches x 66 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

Comments/additional information about the elevator:

Main entrance of library leads you to elevator near adult reference. Elevator takes you to upper or lower level from main floor and elevator has two sets of doors.

USE: StairsStairs to Adult and Adolescent Areas

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:

short fiber carpet with hard plastic edge on each step

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

36 %

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

40 inches

Step count

7 stairs

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

Yes

Has handrail

Yes

Comments/additional information about stairs:

Main level takes you seven stairs up or seven stairs down.

Notes about physical inclusion

Any additional information about physical accessibility you feel would be helpful to people with disabilities and their families

Additional lower height water fountain and coffee counter are available in main entranceway to accommodate those who may benefit from having drink options a few inches lower.

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingMain Parking Lot

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaWelcome Desk and Circulation

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Entrance Restroooom

USE: Elevator(s)Elevator to Adult and Adolescent Areas

USE: StairsStairs to Adult and Adolescent Areas

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingMain Parking Lot

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaWelcome Desk and Circulation

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletWomen's Entrance Restroooom

USE: Elevator(s)Elevator to Adult and Adolescent Areas

USE: StairsStairs to Adult and Adolescent Areas

Notes about physical inclusion

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