HOW TO PERFORM AN ACCESSIBILITY SURVEY Planning for the Survey: If possible, we suggest that a team of two or more individuals out the survey. It is very helpful if one person directs the process, takes pictures and notes while the other person performs the measurements. It is also suggested that people with disabilities be in- volved in the survey. Using a Floor Plan: It is often helpful to have a floor plan, or a sketch of a floor plan, for note taking while conducting the survey. Specific elements in this check- list can be can be identified on the floor plan. Tools  Clipboard to make recording on the checklist easier.  Flexible tape measure.  Carpenter’s level (either electronic or manual) for meas- uring slopes on ramps, walkways and parking spaces.  Digital fish scale or door pressure gauge for measuring door opening forces.  Digital camera for photo documentation of barriers and accessible features. Conducting the Survey: Measuring clear width (unobstructed opening) - To measure the clear width (unobstructed open space) at a door, measure the distance between the face of the door and the door stop, with door open at 90 degrees. Clear width measurements at other locations (ramps, accessible routes, etc.) are measured in the same man- ner; measure the width of the unobstructed space avail- able for passage. Measuring slope - Slope is calculated by computing the ratio of vertical rise to horizontal run. For example, if a ramp 6 inches in vertical height traverses a horizontal distance of 6 feet (72 inches) then the slope is 6 / 72 = 1 / 12 = 0.083 (8.3%). Typically the maximum allowable for a ramp is written as 1:12. To measure the slope, lay one end of a carpenter’s level on the uphill side of the ramp, lift the downhill end of the tool to bring it to level (bubble in the middle), and measure the distance between the downhill bottom edge of the and the ramp surface. See the figure. In this case the slope is 3 inches rise over 36 inches horizontal distance or the ratio of 1:12. Measuring door opening force - If using a fish scale or similar device, tie one end of the scale to the door handle and observe the maximum force displayed on the scale as you pull the door open from a closed posi- tioned. CLEAR WIDTH (UNOBSTRUCTED OPENING) 32 INCHES DOOR STOP MINIMUM WALL WALL DOOR FACE
17. Edge Protection on Ramps Do ramps and landings have edge protection? Note: Edge protection can be provided by: 1. By extending the floor surface of a ramp or landing at least 12 inches beyond the railing, or, 2. A curb or barrier edge protection that prevents passage of a crutch tip, a wheel on a wheelchair or other mobility aid from slipping off the edge of the ramp or landing. Examples are: a. curbs at least 4 inches high, b. horizontal rails placed no more than 4 inches from the floor or wall c. vertical railing extended to ramp surface spaced less than 4 inches apart can be used to prevent wheels on wheelchairs and other mobility aids from going off the  Yes  No CURB MINIMUM 4 INCHES IN HEIGHT HORIZONTAL RAIL NO MORE THAN 4 INCHES ABOVE FLOOR SURFACE 4 INCHES OR LESS 4 INCHES MAXIMUM BALUSTERS PLACED LESS THAN 4 INCHES APART
ACCESS TO GOODS AND SERVICES (Interior Routes and Spaces) DOES THE BUILDING HAVE PASSENGER  Yes IF YES, COMPLETE ELEVATORS?  No #18 TO #25. IF NO, SKIP TO #26. 18. Hall Call Controls (Buttons) and Entrance Labels Are call buttons and keypads at elevators mounted no higher than 48 inches when measured to centerline of highest operable part above the floor? Are there raised (tactile) characters and Braille that indicate floor designations on both elevator jambs at the entrance to elevator mounted 48 to 60 inches above the floor surface?  Yes  No  Yes  No B 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 .. .. .. .. 48 IN MAX 19. Signal Identification Are there both visible and audible signals to identify when an elevator car arrives and its direction of travel? Are visible signals mounted at 72 inches minimum above floor? Do the audible signals indicate direction of travel (up or down)? For example, indicator sounds once for up and twice for down.  Yes  No  Yes  No "GOING UP" "GOING DOWN" 20. Elevator Car Dimensions Do elevators with centered door have minimum inside dimensions of 51 inches in by 80 inches in width and a clear door width (unobstructed opening) of 42 inches? Note: Depending on door location, other elevator car dimensions may be allowable. See Table 407.4.1.of the 2010 ADA Standards and figure at bottom right below showing minimum dimensions for an elevator car with a “side (off-centered) door”.  Yes  No
26. Drinking Fountains drinking fountains provided, are there two drinking fountains: one wheelchair accessible and one for persons who are standing? Note: One drinking fountain should be designed for access from a seated position (person using a wheelchair). It should be mounted to provide a minimum knee clearance of 27 inches, minimum toe clearance of 9 inches and a minimum depth of 17 inches. The other drinking fountain should be designed for a person who is standing. Note: For an existing installation, where only one drinking fountain is provided, a wheelchair accessible drinking fountain is allowed. Does the wheelchair accessible drinking fountain provide a minimum knee clearance of 27 inches? Is a 30 by 48 inch clear floor space positioned for a forward approach to the wheelchair accessible fountain? Is the maximum height of the spout outlet for the lower drinking fountain at 36 inches or less above the floor surface? Can the controls be reached, easily manipulated with one hand and operated with 5 pounds or less of force?  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No 17 INCHES MINIMUM 36 INCHES MAX 27 INCHES MIN 27. Automated Teller Machines (ATM) Where access ATMs are provided: Is there sufficient clear floor space (30 by 48 inches minimum) adjacent to the ATM to allow for forward or parallel approach by a wheelchair? Is the maximum height of all operable parts (controls, buttons, deposit slots, etc.) 48 inches from ground surface? Are operable parts usable with one hand and do not require tight grasping pinching or twisting of the wrist? Can each operable part be differentiated by or touch without activation? Are operating instructions, transaction prompts and information displayed on the screen of the ATM accessible to persons with visual impairments - “speech-enabled”  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No
18. Single- Occupant (“Family” or “Unisex”) Toilet Rooms Note: After answering items #1 through # 13 in this section, the following information may help to identify additional barriers to accessibility in single-occupant toilet rooms. Does the clearance (floor space) provided around the toilet (water closet) allow for side transfer from a wheelchair? See top figure at right and answer these two questions. A. 60 inches minimum measured from the side wall? B. 56 inches minimum measured from the back wall? Examples of space use in single-occupant toilet rooms (see figures to the right and below): Top Figure. Space provided for side transfers and lavatories cannot overlap the toilet (water closet) clearance is indicated. Clearance around a toilet (water closet) must be 60 inches minimum measured perpendicularly from the side wall and 56 inches minimum measured perpendicular from the rear wall. Middle Figure. Turning space can overlap fixture and door swing clearances. Shown is a 60 inch minimum diameter circular turning space which overlaps the clear floor space for the lavatory and the clearance for the water closet.. Bottom Figure. Door can swing into turning space as long as unobstructed clear floor space (30 by 48 inches minimum “wheelchair space”) is provided beyond arc of door swing as shown.  Yes  No  Yes  No 60 INCHES MIN FROM SIDE WALL 16 TO 18 IN 42 IN MIN GRAB BAR 60 INCHES MINIMUM TRASH CAN SINGLE-OCCUPANT TOILET ROOM
1. Seating, Tables and Food Service Counters Where dining surfaces are provided for the consumption of food or drink, are there at least 5 percent of the seating spaces and standing spaces at the dining surfaces that comply with this item (#1) and/or item #3 on the next page? Do the routes around all table and seating areas, including waiting lines, have a clear unobstructed opening of at least 36 inches? Do seating spaces at tables allow for a forward approach in a wheelchair and provide a clear floor space of at least 30 by 48 inches? Is the top surface of the dining tables 28 inches minimum to 34 inches maximum height from floor surface? Do the spaces under tables or work surfaces provide clear space for knees and toes? Note: 27 inches minimum height under table for knee clearance; 9 inches minimum in height where toe clearance is required; and the clearance for toes shall extend 17 inches minimum under the table? Are wheelchair accessible seating spaces distributed throughout the dining area? Note: This provides choice in seating location and type, reservation time or other services offered. See item 6 below for “fixed seating”. 2. Cafeteria / Buffet Lines Are food service accessible having an aisle with a minimum clear width (no obstructions) of 36 inches and also with adequate space for wheelchairs to turn at corners?  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No  Yes  No 30 IN MIN 17 36 IN 36 IN MIN 27 IN MIN 28 TO 34 IN HEIGHT OF TRAY SLIDE Is the tray slide surface mounted at a maximum height of 34 inches or a minimum height of 28 inches above the floor? Are self-serve food selections placed within 24 inches for access via a side reach (measured from the front edge of the tray  Yes  No  Yes  No 34 IN MAX