USDA FACILITIES ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

USDA FACILITIES ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST FOR NEW YORK STATE DATE REVIEWED: REVIEWER(S) NAME(S): REVIEWER (S) TITLE(S): FACILITY STREET ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________________________ CITY/VILLAGE/TOWN: ___________________________________ COUNTY: APPLICABLE AGENCIES OCCUPYING FACILITY: FSA NRCS RD SWCD Other: (Name) NEXT LEASE RENEWAL DATE: TOOLS NEEDED TO CONDUCT EVALUATION OF BUILDING AND SITE ACCESSIBILITY: Tape measure, device to measure force required to open doors (i.e., 'tube' scale), carpenter's level and/or ADA Accessibility Stick II. Reference #: REFERENCE GUIDES: Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS), April 1, 1988 [(1)] The Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG), July 26, 1991 [(2)] Building Code of New York State (BCNYS)], January 1, 2003 [(3)] [a.k.a. New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (NYSUFP&BC) // New York State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code (NYSUFP&BC), January 1, 1984 Accessible & Usable Buildings & Facilities (ICC/ANSI A117.1-1998), February 13, 1998. [(4)] [Referenced Standard for the BCNYS] and CABO/ANSI A117.1-1992. Achieving Barrier - Free Access to FSA Offices [(5)] UFAS Retrofit Manual, April 1991 (To be used in conjunction with the UFAS). [(6)] Refer to UFAS 3.5, Definitions, for clarifications and the meanings of words. Graphical figures are included throughout the UFAS to illustrate the written requirements. HOW TO COMPLETE THE BUILDING AND SITE ACCESSIBILITY EVALUATION: Please check either yes, no, or not applicable (N/A) to each question. If the answer is no, please explain on a separate sheet of paper citing the Element and Description of non-compliance and what needs to be done to bring it into compliance. If item is N/A, please state reason why (i.e., no elevator). (Latest Revision: 06-15-07) Discard all previous revisions. Page Two PARKING (UFAS 4.6) Mobility-impaired people need parking spaces wide enough to open car doors fully and get out with a wheel chair or mobility aid, that are close to the building or facility and on an accessible route from parking lot to building. 1. There shall be at least one (1) accessible parking space with an adjacent access aisle for every 25 standard spaces. Accessible spaces shall be at least 8’-0” (96”) wide by 20’-0” (240”) long with an adjacent access aisle at least 8’-0” (96”) wide by 20’-0” (240”) long. [BCNYS 1101.1(e) (2)]. Two spaces may share one access aisle between them. It is recommended that the International Symbol of Accessibility be painted on the pavement in a color contrasting with the pavement color but not required. (See signage section.) Comments: 2. At least one (1) of these fully accessible spaces shall be designated as a "Van Accessible" parking space with signage that so indicates. [BCNYS 1101.1(e) (2)]. (Also refer to the signage section.) Comments: 3. All accessible parking spaces shall display the International Symbol of Accessibility positioned so that it is visible from the driver's seat of the vehicle not less than 5’-0” (60”) or more than 7’-0” (84”) clear, from ground to bottom of the sign. [NYSUFP&BC 1101.1(e)(2)]. (See signage section.) Comments: 4. Slope of space/access aisle not more than 1:48 / 1:50 (2%) in any direction. [ADAAG]. Comments: 5. Spaces are located closest to the nearest accessible entrance on an accessible route. Comments: 6. Surface is non-slip, firm, and stable, like asphalt or concrete. Comments: 7. Access aisles shall be a minimum of 8'-0" (96”) wide by 20'-0" (240”) long, marked with 4" wide diagonal stripes at a 45-degree angle, spaced two feet on center and identified with signs showing “No Parking Anytime”. Comments: RAMPS (UFAS 4.8) Ramps shall be straight, gently sloped with handrails on both sides, with no drop-offs, and a smooth, stable surface with level top and bottom platforms for resting and turning. If a direction change occurs, a minimum 5’-0” x 5’-0” (60”x 60”) level landing is required. (Also see STAIRS section below for all exterior stairs.) 7. 6. 5. 4. 3. 2. 1. YES NO N/A YES NO Page Three RAMPS (UFAS 4.8) continued 8. Slope is least possible and not more than 1:12 (8%). Comments: 9. Curb ramps minimum of 3’-0” (36") clear width and not obstructed by vehicles or objects. (Curb ramps do not require handrails.) Comments: 10. Cross slope (perpendicular to direction of travel): not more than 1:48 / 1:50. (2%). [(2)] Comments: 11. Surface shall be non-slip, firm, stable, and for outdoor installations shall not accumulate water. Comments: 12. Walls, railings or curbs at least 4" high to prevent slipping off ramp. Comments: 13. Level landing as wide as ramp and at least 5’-0” (60") long at top and bottom of ramp and each turn of ramp. Comments: 14. Ramp at least 3’-0” (36") wide and rises no more than 2’-6” (30") without a level landing. Transitions at the top and bottom shall be smooth with a threshold that does not exceed ¼” beveled or ½” unbeveled. Comments: 15. Handrails shall be graspable and located on both sides. Clear space between the handrail and the wall shall be 1 ½”". Handrails shall be 1 ¼” – 1 ½” in diameter, and 2’-6” (30") to 2’-10” (34") above ramp surfaces. Comments: 16. Handrails on both sides solidly anchored with fittings that are secure and do not rotate. Railings shall extend a minimum of 1’-0” (12”) beyond the edge of the ramp, top and bottom. (UFAS, Figure 39). Comments: ENTRANCES (UFAS 4.13) 17. Not less than 50 percent of public and occupant entrances shall be accessible. At least one such entrance shall be the primary entrance [NYSUFP&BC 1101.2(a)]. All of the required exits* shall be accessible. Comments: * Exits as required by the NYSUFP&BC // BCNYS. 17. 16. 15. 14. 13. 12. 11. 10. 9. 8. YES NO N/A Page Four ENTRANCES (UFAS 4.13) continued 18. Doorways shall have a minimum clear (unobstructed) opening of 2’-8” (32"). Comments: 19. A flat exterior landing (not to exceed a slope of 1:48 / 1:50 (2%) in any direction) a minimum of 5’-0” by 5’-0” (60" by 60") with minimum 1’-6” by 5’-0” (18" by 60") on the latch side / swing side of the door and 1’-0” by 4’0” (12" by 48") on the push side if the door has both a closer and a latch). Comments: 20. The international symbol of accessibility must be on the main accessible entrance. If the main entrance is not the accessible entrance, then signage indicating the direction of the accessible entrance needs to be provided. Comments: 21. Accessible doors are standard single or double-leaf hinged doors, not revolving doors/turnstiles (if double doors are used, one must comply). Comments: 22. Both leaves of a double leaf door must be kept unlocked during business hours unless lock-releasing panic hardware is in place. [BCNYS 765.1(k); 765.5(a) (1) & (2)]. Comments: 23. Doorway threshold height maximum ½” (beveled), ¼" (unbeveled). Comments: 24. In hallway or vestibule, required distance between two doorjambs is 7-0” (84") minimum. Comments: 25. Clearance of 1-6” (18"), 2’-0” (24") preferred by 5’-0” (60") on swing side / latch side of door, and 1’-0” by 4’-0” (12” by 48”) on the push side / latch side of the door. Comments: 26. Lever-operated door handles, U-shaped pull handles, push-type mechanisms, or automatic door opening device to open doors. Should not be mounted higher than 4’-0” (48") above finished floor. Operating thumb latch devices are not permitted. Comments: 26. 25. 24. 23. 22. 21. 20. 19. 18. YES NO N/A Page Five ENTRANCES (UFAS 4.13) continued YES 27. Five pounds of force or less to open (push and/or pull) doors is recommended for exterior doors, required for interior doors with closers. Automatic or power-assisted opening devices are recommended for main exterior doors (not required) where opening force is excessive. Comments: 28. Sweep period of door closing is 3 seconds or more from an open position of 70 degrees to a point 3" from the latch, if the door has a closer. Comments: 28. 27. NO N/A ELEVATORS (UFAS 4.10) Elevators must provide adequate maneuvering space, time to get to and enter the cab, must be conveniently located, and have marked controls. Blind persons need audible indications on travel and floors, and tactile markings at all controls. 29. Doorway at least 3’-0” (36") wide. Comments: 30. Interior car space at least 4’-3” (51") deep and 5’-8” (68") wide or an approved limited use /limited access (LU/LA) lift device used. Comments: 31. Controls designated by raised characters or symbols and Braille. Comments: 32. No more than 1-¼” gap between car and landing platform. Comments: 33. Floor buttons no higher than 4’-0” (48"), unless substantial increase in cost, then maximum mounting height may be 4’-6” (54") above the floor. Comments: 34. Emergency alarm and emergency stop grouped at bottom of panel and no less than 2’-11” (35") above the floor. Comments: 35. Emergency communications shall be at a maximum of 4’-0” (48") from the floor of the car identified by raised or recessed symbol and lettering. Comments: 35. 34. 33. 32. 31. 30. 29. Page Six STAIRS (UFAS 4.9)* It is a common misconception that stair design has nothing to do with the provision of access. On the contrary, many ambulatory people who walk with difficulty and/or with the aid of crutches, canes and braces prefer the use of steps to ramps , and often to escalators. UFAS requires that all steps on a given set of stairs have uniform riser heights and uniform tread width. 36. Uniform riser height (not greater than 6”- 7”) and uniform tread depth (not less than 11”) for each set of stairs. Open risers are not permitted. Comments: 37. UFAS specifies that the undersides of nosings shall not be abrupt, and the radius of the curvature of the leading edge of the tread shall be no greater than ½”. Risers are also required to be sloped or the underside of the nosing shall have an angle not less than 60 degrees from the horizontal. Nosings shall not project more than 1 ½” from the face of the riser. Comments: 38. At least one (1) accessible route must link the accessible entrance to all accessible elements and spaces, including offices. Comments: * Refer to “Railings” section (#15) under RAMPS above. ACCESSIBLE ROUTE (UFAS 4.1-4.7) People who walk with difficulty or use wheelchairs, crutches, canes, or walkers need a wide, smooth, level, firm surface. Sight-impaired people need a path free of hazards such as low-hanging/protruding objects undetectable by a cane 39. At least one (1) accessible route must link the accessible entrance to all accessible elements and spaces, including offices. Comments: 40. Minimum 3’-0” (36") clear width except for 2’-8” (32") at points such as doorways. Comments: 41. Minimum of 6’-8” (80") clear (unobstructed) headroom. Leading edge of a protruding object is less than 2’-3” (27") above the finished floor. Comments: 42. Surface: Non-slip, firm and stable. Comments: 43. Provide counter or table between 2’-4” (28") and 2’-10” (34") high for disabled person to use while conducting business. Comments: 43. 42. 41. 40. 39. 38. 37. 36. YES NO N/A Page Seven TOILET FACILITIES (UFAS 4.16 - 4.26) Fixtures need adequate clear floor space for close approach and turning, and some require sturdily mounted grab bars for support or transfer (minimum 250 lb/f). Controls and hardware must be within reach and easily operable. Hot, sharp, abrasive, or protruding objects are hazards. TOILET FACILITIES (UFAS 4.16 - 4.26) continued 44. Movable objects like trashcans, cables, boxes, equipment, and beverage machines do not protrude into accessible routes. Comments: 45. Identified by the International Symbol of Accessibility. Comments: 46. Entrance door at least 2’-8” (32") clear opening. This requires a 2’-10” (34") or 3’-0” (36") door. Clear openings of doorways and gates shall be measured between the face of the door and the stop, with the door open 90 degrees. Comments: 47. Lever handle or push/pull type handle or push/pull type hardware. Comments: 48. Height of toilet 1’-5” to 1’-7” (17" to 19") measured to top of toilet seat and 18" from the wall to the centerline of the toilet. Comments: 49. Grab bars mounted 2’-9” to 3’-0” (33” to 36") high on back and side wall. Back wall bar is a minimum of 3’-0” (36") long and maximum 6" away from side wall; side wall bar is a minimum of 3’-6” (42") long and maximum 1’-0” (12") away from back wall. Comments: 50. In stalls, 4’-11” by 5’-0” (59" x 60") floor space for floor-mounted toilet or 4’-8” by 5’-0” (56" x 60") for wall-hung toilet. Comments: 51. Toilet stall doors at least 2’-8” (32") wide, clear. Comments: 52. Urinals: At least one urinal shall have an elongated rim with a minimum projection of 1’-1 ½” (13 ½”) from the wall. The rim shall be mounted a maximum of 1’-5” (17”) from the finished floor. Comments: 52. 51. 50. 49. 48. 47. 46. 45. 44. YES NO N/A Page Eight TOILET FACILITIES (UFAS 4.16 - 4.26) continued 53. Flush Controls: Shall be hand operated or automatic and shall comply with 4.27.4. Controls for flush valves shall be mounted on the wide side of the toilet areas no more than 3’-8” (44”) above the finished floor. Comments: 54. Sink mounted a maximum of 2’-10” (34") to the rim or counter surface with at least 2’-5” (29") clearance below apron of sink. Comments: 55. Drain and hot water pipes insulated. Comments: 56. Faucet controls no higher than 3’-8” (44") above the finished floor. Comments: 57. Lever-operated, push-type, or electronically controlled faucets. Comments: 58. Mirror with bottom edge no higher than 3’-4” (40")and top edge not less than 6’-2” (74”) above the finished floor (or a separate, full-sized mirror elsewhere). Comments: 59. Towel dispenser and disposal unit: forward reach - maximum 4’-0” (48") high, minimum - 1’-3” (15"), Side Reach - maximum 4’-0” (48"), min. 9". Comments: 59. 58. 57. 56. 55. 54. 53. YES NO N/A DRINKING FOUNTAINS (UFAS 4.15) If drinking fountains are provided, they must be located on an accessible route and mounted so the spout can be reached. They need to be able to pull up under the fountain or along its side. Persons who have difficulty using their hands need controls that can be easily operated. 60. If more than one fountain is available, 50% on each floor must comply. If only one is provided, it must be on an accessible route and comply. Comments: 61. Spouts no higher than 3’-0” (36") and water flow at least 4" high and parallel to front of unit. Comments: 61. 60. Page Nine DRINKING FOUNTAINS (UFAS 4.15) continued 62. Controls operable with one hand without grasping or twisting and are front or side-mounted at front edge of unit and force required is less than 5 pounds. Comments: 63. Clear floor space of 2’-6” by 4’-0” (30" by 48") with adequate knee space. Comments: 63. 62. YES NO N/A PUBLIC TELEPHONES (UFAS 4.1.2 AND 4.31) Persons in wheelchairs need adequate clear floor space to pull up to the telephone and a low mounting height so they can reach all operable parts. Persons with hearing impairments need volume controls. 64. If public telephones are provided, at least one is accessible per floor. Comments: 65. Has volume control. Comments: 66. There is clear floor space of 2’-6” by 4’-0” (30" by 48"). Comments: 67. Cord at least 2’-5” (29") long. Comments: 68. Highest operable control does not exceed 4’-0” (48") high for front approach, and 4’-6” (54") for parallel approach. Comments: 69. Has push button controls. Comments: 69. 68. 67. 66. 65. 64. HAZARDOUS AREAS AND ALARMS (UFAS 4.1.2 AND 4.28) Visually-impaired people need audible emergency warning systems and to be alerted by touch to hazardous areas. Persons with hearing impairments need visual alarms. 70. If warning systems are provided, audible alarm should be of duration of 30 seconds and visual alarm with flashing frequency of less than five times per second. Comments: 70. Page Ten HAZARDOUS AREAS AND ALARMS (UFAS 4.1.2 AND 4.28) continued 71. Doorknobs to hazardous areas are roughened; doors labeled in raised or routed letters. Comments: 71. YES NO N/A SIGNAGE (UFAS/ADA 4.30; BCNYS 1101.1(e); ICC/ANSI A117.1-1998 703.) Persons with disabilities need signs adequately lighted, in high-contrast colors, in large, easy-to-read print, and at levels where the signs may be read easily from a lower height. The services available to provide accessibility, as well as general information about the building or site, should inform the person on the extent of the building's or site's accessibility. Exterior signs: (Standard sizes; dimensions refer to the height of the posts.) 72. At parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities, including at least one “van accessible” sign. (Min. 60” max. 84” from ground to bottom of sign.) Comments: 73. “No Parking Anytime” sign(s) located at the head of the access aisle(s), minimum 60” – maximum 84” (5’-0” – 7’-0”) from ground surface to the underside of the sign. Comments: 74. At accessible entrances. (If the main entrance is not the accessible entrance, signage indicating the location of the accessible entrance.) Comments: Interior signs: (Standard sizes; dimensions refer to the height off of the floor.) 75. Interior signs placed on latch side of doorway at 4’-6” to 5’-4” (54"- 64") above floor with raised or indented characters (visual and tactile) and duplicated in Braille. Comments: 76. Directional and Agency locator signage. Comments: 77. Accessible toilet facilities. Comments: 78. Public telephones. Comments: 79. Drinking fountains. Comments: 79. 78. 77. 76. 75. 74. 73. 72. Page Eleven KITCHEN FACILITIES - BREAK ROOMS* *We are now required to provide accessible break rooms. The accessible route to the break room, a clear path to the sink, and the kitchen sink shall be accessible; other features are encouraged but not mandated. 80. At least one (1) 2’-6” (30") (minimum) section of work surface mounted at a maximum height of 2’-10” (34”) above the floor, measured from floor to top of counter surface. Alternative: Adjustable unit for heights of 2’-4”, 2’-8” and 3’-0” (28", 32" and 36"). Comments: 81. Is there at least one drinking fountain? Comments: 82. Clear floor space 2’-6” by 4’-0” (30" by 48") to allow forward approach to counter. Must have 2’-7” (19”) clear floor space extended beneath the counter. Comments: 83. Sink mounted at maximum height of 2’-10” (34") above the floor, measured from floor to top of counter surface. Comments: 84. Clear floor space 2’-6” by 4’-0” (30" by 48") to allow forward approach to sink. Comments: 85. Hot water and drainpipes under sinks insulated or otherwise covered. Comments: 86. Knee space with clear width of 2’-6” (30") (minimum) and a clear depth of 1’-7” (19"). Comments: 86. 85. 84. 83. 82. 81. 80. YES NO N/A ///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// //////////////////////////////////////////////////////