U.S. Forest Serivce: South Park Ranger District

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Does the agency mission clearly reflect a belief about inclusion of people with disabilities and other differences?

Do agency vision and values articulate support for inclusion of people with disabilities and other differences?

Comments/additional information about agency mission:

The Pike National Forest as multi-use agency has a very broad mission and vision. Diversity is reflected but does not directly focus on recreation or inclusive recreation

Staff

Does upper administration (e.g., board of directors, administrators, managers) show support for inclusion?

Yes

Is a point of contact or ADA coordinator designated to coordinate inclusion at the agency? (preferably a certified therapeutic recreation specialist)

Yes

Name	Title	Phone	Email
Jospeh Carlson	Natural Resource Management Specailist (Recreation)	719-836-2031	josephcarlson@fs.fed.us

Are managers and front line staff trained in disability awareness & inclusion as a routine part of staff training?

Yes

If yes, list main topics covered in training

Replacement Standards, accessibility facility types, Exceptions, Technical Requirements

When observed, or when asked in an interview, do staff members interact with people with disabilities in a helpful and respectful manner?

Yes

Agency Planning

Are people with disabilities and/or their families involved in agency planning efforts? (e.g., board of directors, advisory board, public input)

Yes

Is the agency involved in ongoing plans for inclusion and accessibility?'

Yes

If yes, has the agency made progress on identified areas in plan?

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency planning:

As a federal agency older facilities are required by law that they meet ADA standards when they are updated. As more and more older facilities are updated their level of inclusivity will increase.

Agency Communication and Marketing

Is person first language used in written materials?

Yes

Is person first language used in oral communication?

Yes

If yes, check the alternative forms of communication available:

Braille
Multiple
Oral
Pictorial
Sign
Interpreters

Do marketing and other printed agency materials reflect inclusion of people with disabilities? (e.g., access information provided, people with disabilities pictured in publications or on web site)

Is the agency website usable by people of all abilities? (e.g., simple design, consistent navigation, alt text for graphics, high contrast, no flashing/blinking features)

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency communication and marketing:

The website and materials generally shows the land of the forest. The Forest itself does not offer many recreational programs. All programs are run by agencies with permits to use the land. Due to that most marketing materials do not show recreational programs

Agency Policies and Procedures

Are emergency warning and evacuation procedures in place for safe exit of people with disabilities? (e.g., auditory and visual alarm systems, areas of rescue assistance identified)

Yes

Is all staff trained in the procedures for safe evacuation of people with disabilities in the event of an emergency?

Yes

Is there a written policy about the use of service animals?

Yes

Is there a written policy about the use of motorized mobility devices?

Yes

Do personal care attendants attend free when accompanying a person with a disability?

N/A

If applicable, do prices for services accommodate people with financial need?

Yes

If applicable, are special dietary needs met?

N/A

Evaluation

Does the agency conduct evaluation on an ongoing basis and at the end of programs/services?

Yes

If yes, does evaluation include feedback on inclusion, accessibility or use of supports & accommodations?

Yes

Partnerships and Collaboration

Does the agency have partnerships with disability and other community organizations?

N/A

If yes, please list:

Notes About Administrative Practices

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Assessment

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Staff

Agency Planning

Agency Communication and Marketing

Agency Policies and Procedures

Evaluation

Partnerships and Collaboration

Notes About Administrative Practices

U.S. Forest Serivce: South Park Ranger District Back to Agency

Assessment

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Staff

Agency Planning

Agency Communication and Marketing

Agency Policies and Procedures

Evaluation

Partnerships and Collaboration

Notes About Administrative Practices

U.S. Forest Serivce: South Park Ranger District
Back to Agency