History Center Exhibit Hall & Research Library

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

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APPROACH: ParkingEast Seneca Street back lot

Type of parking assessed:

(If both are present, assess the agency parking)

Agency

Parking spaces are:

Unlined

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

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)

2 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

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

46 3/4 feet

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

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

Blacktop

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

0 %

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

87 inches

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

In the near future, the History Center has hopes of completing two accessible parking spaces.

ENTER: EntrancesEast Seneca Street Entrance

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

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Is a ramp provided?

ENTER: EntrancesIthaca Commons Front Entrance

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

Yes

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Is a ramp provided?

Comments/additional information about entrance:

-Automatic door while entering and exiting
-Clear space on pull side of door- 51 inches

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaThe History Center Check-in 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:

Tile

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

0 %

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

56 inches

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

Yes

Height of counter:

34 1/2 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)

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

The lowest part of the counter is the part that is 34.5 inches.

USE: Public Restroom/Toilet1st floor Men's 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:

Tile

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

0 %

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

33 inches

Is a single use restroom provided?

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

Restroom assessed:

Male

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:

33 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

12 pounds

Handle type entering:

Push plate

Handle type exiting:

Pull

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

45 inches

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

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:

3 bars

Toilet seat height:

19 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

Height of sink:

33 1/2 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

14 1/2 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Sink

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

41 1/2 inches

USE: Public Restroom/Toilet1st 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

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

Tile

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

0 %

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

33 inches

Is a single use restroom provided?

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

Yes

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:

33 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

10 pounds

Handle type entering:

Push plate

Handle type exiting:

Pull

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

45 inches

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

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:

3 bars

Toilet seat height:

19 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

Yes

Height of sink:

33 1/2 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

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

10 1/2 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

34 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

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

41 inches

USE: Elevator(s)1st Floor 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:

Tile

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

0 %

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

33 inches

Elevator control panel height:

45 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:

68 inches x 51 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

USE: StairsStairs next to Front Entrance

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:

Tile

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

0 %

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

44 inches

Step count

3 stairs

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

Has handrail

Yes

Comments/additional information about stairs:

The handrail is metal and easy to grasp.

Notes about physical inclusion

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

Public transportation is provided at The History Center through TCAT bus services. This service accommodates for a person using a wheelchair. Their mission is to "To contribute to the overall social, environmental, and economic health in our service area by delivering safe, reliable and affordable transportation and, at the same time, being a responsive, responsible employer."

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingEast Seneca Street back lot

ENTER: EntrancesEast Seneca Street Entrance

ENTER: EntrancesIthaca Commons Front Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaThe History Center Check-in Area

USE: Public Restroom/Toilet1st floor Men's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/Toilet1st floor Women's Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)1st Floor Elevator

USE: StairsStairs next to Front Entrance

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingEast Seneca Street back lot

ENTER: EntrancesEast Seneca Street Entrance

ENTER: EntrancesIthaca Commons Front Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaThe History Center Check-in Area

USE: Public Restroom/Toilet1st floor Men's Restroom

USE: Public Restroom/Toilet1st floor Women's Restroom

USE: Elevator(s)1st Floor Elevator

USE: StairsStairs next to Front Entrance

Notes about physical inclusion

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