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IV. Implementation checklists


1. Obstructions
Question	Possible solutions
• Can all protruding objects within the path of travel be detected by a sightless person with a cane?	• Remove or block out protruding parts. • Place tactile markings in an area extending at least 0.60 m beyond the projection area of the obstruction.
• Are all overhanging obstructions mounted at a minimum height of 2.00 m (1.95 m)?	• Construct a raised platform 0.10m high around the obstacle. • Place an object, easily detectable with a cane, on the ground or floor beneath low-mounted overhanging obstructions.
• Can all obstacles within the path of travel be easily identified by a person with partial sight?	• Mark obstructions at eye level with contrasting colour marking strips at least 0.30 m long in a contrasting colour.
2. Signage
Question	Possible solutions
• Are accessible spaces identified by the international symbol of accessibility?	• Mark accessible spaces with the international symbol of accessibility.
• Are there directional signs indicating the location of accessible facilities?	• Provide directional signs.
• Are maps, information panels and wall-mounted signs placed at a height between 0.90 m and 1.80 m.?	• Adjust the height of signs mounted too high or too low.
• Are signs clear, simple and easy to read?	• Colour engraved texts. • Replace sign.
• Is the colour of signs clearly distinguishable?	• Use contrasting colours.
• Is the surface of the sign processed so as to prevent glare?	• Provide a non-gloss surface.
• Is the sign supplement by a text in embossed letters or in Braille available next to information signs?	• Add a text in embossed letters or in Braille.
• Is the lettering size proportional to the reading distance?	• Change the lettering size.
3. Street furniture
Question	Possible solutions
• Does the location of street furniture obstruct the free passage of pedestrians?	• Change the location of street furniture. • Mark the location of street furniture with tactile marking.
Resting facilities • Are resting facilities provided at regular intervals?	• Provide seating facilities at regular intervals between 100.00 m and 200.00m.
• Is there an adjoining space for a wheelchair next to benches and public seats?	• Rearrange the layout of seats to allow an adjoining space of at least 1.20 m.
• Are public seats between 0.45 m and 0.50 m high? • Are the tops of tables between 0.75 m and 0.90 m high? • Are knee spaces at accessible tables at least 0.70 m high, 0.85 m wide and 0.60 m deep?	• Modify or replace seats and tables that are too low or too high.
Public telephones • Is there at least one telephone accessible to a wheelchair user?	• Enlarge or adjust one telephone booth.
• Is there at least one telephone equipped with hearing aids?	• Install volume controls and induction loops.
• Are the numerals on the telepone raised to allow identification by touch?	• Install push-buttons with raised numerals.
• Is the coin slot mounted at a maximum height of 1.20 m (1.40 m)?	• Reduce the mounting height.
• Are accessible facilities identified?	• Add signage.
Mailboxes • Are mail box slots mounted at a maximum height of 1.20 m (1.40 m)?	• Modify the height of the letter slot.
Water fountains • Are water fountain spouts mounted at an approximate height of 0.90 m? • Are controls easy to operate with one closed fist?	• Modify the height of high drinking fountains. • Install a double-tiered fountain. • Replace controls.
4. Pathways
Question	Possible solutions
• Is the pathway clear of obstructions?	• Remove or relocate obstructions. • Mark obstructions with tactile marking.
• Is the path of travel free of steps or stairs?	• Provide an alternative accessible pathway. • Construct a ramp.
• Is the path of travel easy to detect?	• Continue natural guide lines. • Construct guide strips. • Provide a tactile marking area of at leat 0.90 m x 0.90 m at changes in the pathway direction • Construct tactile marking to indicate the location of curb ramps, stairs, ramps and obstructions.
• Is the pathway at least 0.90 m wide?	• Widen the pathway. • Remove obstructions and landscape features that limit the pathway width.
• Is the surface, level, smooth and non-slip? • Does the pathway have a different colour and texture than the adjacent surfaces?	• Replace gravel paths with a surface of uniform texture. • Repair holes and uneven paving. • Apply textured rubber stick - on tiles to slippery paving.
• Are manholes placed outside the pedestrian path of travel? • Is grating flush with the surface of the pathway? • Are the grating openings narrow, not more than 13 mm?	• Relocate grating outside the path of travel. • Make grating flush with the pathway surface. • Replace gratings with wide opening patterns.
• Are the edges of raised pathways protected? • Are there barriers separating the pathway from planting areas, pools and other landscape features?	• Construct guards with a minimum height of 0.15 m.
• Are the plant varieties used obstructive to the pathway? • Are the plant varieties used harmful? • Are the plant varieties used harmful to the surface of the pathway?	• Replace plant varieties. • Relocate plant varieties. • Clean pathway surface constantly. • Erect warning signs.
5. Curb ramps
Question	Possible solutions
• Are curb ramps provided to overcome differences in level between the road surface and pathway level at: * Pedestrian crossings? * Drop-off zones? * Accessible parking spaces? * Building entrances?	• Install curb ramps. • Slope narrow pavements to street level.
• Are curb ramps located at each corner of each street intersection? • Is every curb ramp faced by another curb ramp on the opposite side of the street?	• Install curb ramps.
• Are curb ramps easy to identify?	• Apply a coloured texture to the surface of the curb ramp. • Construct guide lines to direct pedestrians to the location of curb ramps.
• Are curb ramps placed outside the usual line of pedestrian flow?	• Widen pathway. • Add a small built-up curb ramp.
• Is the maximum slope of a curb ramp 1:12 (1:10)?	• Redesign or replace steep, unsafe curb ramps.
6. Pedestrian crossings
Question	Possible solutions
• Is the road surface even and slip-resistant at pedestrian crossings?	• Add a slip-resistant surface.
• Is the road surface at pedestrian crossings easy to identify?	• Mark the pedestrian crossing area on the road surface with coloured stripes.
• Are pedestrian traffic lights installed?	• Install traffic lights.
• Do traffic lights have both audible and visual signals?	• Provide both audible and visual traffic light signals.
• Is the minimum time interval for crossing adapted to the slowest person?	• Delay the crossing time interval.
• Are push-buttons located at a maximum height of 1.20 m?	• Install push-buttons at a maximum height of 1.20 m.
• Do traffic islands have street-level pathways cut through them? • Is the minimum width of the cut 1.50 m?	• Cut a level area, at least 1.50 m wide through traffic islands.
7. Parking
Question	Possible solutions
• Are there accessible parking facilities? • Is the number of accessible parking spaces sufficient? • Are the designated spaces wide enough?	• Re-strip to obtain the required number of spaces. • Combine two parking spaces to obtain one accessible space. • Combine three parking spaces to obtain two accessible spaces.
• Are accessible indoor parking spaces located closest to accessible elevators or lifts?	• Locate accessible parking spaces close to accessible elevators.
• Are accessible parking spaces within 50.00 m of building entrances?	• Construct accessible parking spaces close to the accessible entrance. • Provide a drop-off zone near the accessible entrance.
• Is the minimum height clearance in indoor parking 2.40 m?	• Modify the parking slab height. • Provide alternate outdoor provisions for disabled peoples' vans.
• Do curb ramps connect accessible parking spaces with side curbs?	• Construct curb ramps.
• If there is no curbs, can the parking space be differentiated from the pedestrian path?	• Provide a tactile marking at least 0.60 m wide to separate the pathway from the vehicular area. • Use pre-cast wheel stops. • Use bollards.
• Are accessible parking spaces marked by the international symbol of accessibility? • Are there enforcement procedures to ensure that accessible parking spaces are not misused or used by non-disabled people?	• Add signage.
• Is there a 3.60 m wide drop-off area within 30.00 m of the accessible entrance?	• Provide a drop-off area.
• If the drop-off area has a curb, is there a curb ramp leading to the pathway?	• Provide a curb-ramp.
• If the drop-off area has no curb, is there a warning to sightless people?	• Provide a tactile marking at least 0.60 m wide to separate the pathway from the vehicular area. • Use pre-cast wheel stops. • Use bollards.
• Is the drop-off area marked by signage?	• Add signage.
• Is there an accessible path of travel from the drop-off area to the main entrance?	• Provide an accessible route. • Use another entrance, accessible from the drop-off area.
8. Ramps
Question	Possible solutions
• Is there a complementary ramped route next to stairs or steps?	• Construct a ramp.
• Is the ramp slope no greater than 1:20? • Do steeper ramps comply with requirements?	• Redesign or relocate ramp. • Lengthen ramp to reduce slope.
• Is there a landing of at least 1.20 m length, at 10.00 m intervals, at every change in direction and at the top and bottom of every ramp?	• Remodel or relocate the ramp.
• Are ramps with a rise of 0.45 m or more protected on both sides?	• Add railings.
• Are wide ramps (more than 3.00 m) provided with an intermediate handrail?	• Add an intermediate handrail where necessary.
• Is the width of the ramp at least 0.90 m?	• Widen the ramp.
• Is the surface of ramps non-slip?	• Add non-slip surface material.
• Is the ramp surface clear of obstructions?	• Remove obstructions.
• Is the location of the ramp clearly identifiable	• Construct coloured tactile marking strips at least 0.60 m wide at the top and bottom of the landing and at every change of direction.
9. Elevators
Question	Possible solutions
• Is there an accessible path leading to the elevator? • Are all levels generally used by the public accessible?	• Add a ramp or a platform lift if stairs exist.
• Are the minimum internal dimensions of a residential elevator cab no less than 1.00 m x 1.30 m. (0.95 m x 1.25 m)?	• Enlarge the elevator dimensions. • Install a new cab.
• Is the clear door opening no less than 0.80 m (0.75 m)?	• Enlarge the door opening. • Install new doors.
• Is the elevator cab provided with handrails on three sides?	• Install handrails.
• Are the handrails mounted at a height between 0.80 m and 0.85 m?	• Modify height of handrails.
• Is the maximum tolerance for stop precision 20 mm?	• Adjust the stop precision.
• Is the control panel mounted at a height between 0.90 m and 1.20 m (not exceeding 1.40 m)?	• Modify the height of control panels.
• Are control buttons large and provided with embossed numerals?	• Change control panel. • Install tactile or Braille numerals next to buttons.
• Are lobby call buttons placed at a height between 0.90 m and 1.20 m (not exceeding 1.40 m)?	• Adjust the position of call buttons.
• Is the elevator provided with audible and visual warning signals indicating arrival at a floor?	• Add bells and flashing light signals.
• Is the finish of the elevator cab non skid-resistant?	• Change finish.
• Is the elevator door easy to identify?	• Change the colour of the elevator door frame.
• Is the emergency intercom usable without voice communication?	• Replace the communication system.
• Are there tactile or Braille instructions for the communication system?	• Add simple tactile instructions.
• Is the door opening/closing interval long enough?	• Install devices to delay the motion of the door.
• Is there a sign on the jamb of the elevator door identifying the floor number in raised or Braille letters?	• Install tactile signs at an approximate height of 1.40 m from the floor to identify the floor number.
10. Platform lifts
Question	Possible solutions
• Can the lift be used without assistance?	• Post clear instructions for use of the lift at each stopping level. • Provide a call button.
• When vertical movement platform lifts are installed, is the maximum level change 2.50 m?	• Replace the special platform lift with an elevator.
• Is the lift placed within a closed structure for level changes of 1.20 m or more?	• Place the lift within an enclosed structure.
• Where inclined movement platform lifts are installed, is the minimum width of the stairs 0.90 m?	• Widen the stairs.
• Is the minimum lift size 0.90 m x 1.20 m?	• Replace the lift.
• Are controls placed at a height not exceeding 1.20 m (1.40 m)?	• Lower the controls.
11. Stairs
Question	Possible solutions
• Is the minimum width of the stairs 0.90 m?	• Widen the stairs.
• Is an intermediate handrail installed for stairs 3.00 m wide or more?	• Install an intermediate handrail, where necessary.
• Is there an intermediate landing with a length no less than 1.20 m, when the stairs cover a difference in level of more than 2.50 m?	• Remodel the stairs.
• Is the landing length at the top and at bottom of the stairs no less than 1.20 m?	• Enlarge the landing space.
• Do stairs have flush or rounded nosing?	• Remodel nosing. • Add slip-resistant strips to nosing.
• Do treads have a non-slip surface?	• Change finish material.
• Is the location of the stairs clearly identifiable?	• Construct coloured tactile marking strips at least 0.60 m wide, at the top and bottom of the stairs and intermediate landings of each stairs. • Identify emergency stairs with signage.
12. Railings and handrails
Question	Possible solutions
• Are safety guards or railings installed around all hazardous areas and raised platforms more than 0.40 m high?	• Install safety guards or railings.
• Is the spacing between the vertical and horizontal elements of railing around dangerous areas narrow? • Are handrails mounted at a height between 0.85 m and 0.90 m?	• Change railings.
• Are handrails easy to grip?	• Change handrails.
• Are railings securely attached?	• Reinforce the fixtures.
• Do handrails extend horizontally between 0.30 m and 0.45 m at the top and bottom of every staircase or ramp?	• Add or replace railings.
• Are handrails continuous throughout the full length of ramps and stairs? • Are handrails continuous throughout the landing of ramps and stairs except when interrupted by doorways?	• Continue or replace handrails.
• Are low positioned windows at landings protected by railings?	• Install railings.
• Is the space between the handrail and the wall no less than 40 mm for smooth walls, and 60 mm for rough textured walls? • For fully recessed handrails, is the distance between the top of the rail and the top of the recess no less than 0.15 m?	• Adjust the location of the handrail.
• Are handrails easy to identify?	• Paint the handrail in a contrasting colour. • Provide a tactile strip indication for emergency stairs.
13. Entrances
Question	Possible solutions
• Are the primary entrances to buildings accessible?	• Redesign the entrance so that it will be accessible.
• Is the approach to the entrance free of stairs and steps?	• Construct a ramp.
• In multi-storey buildings, does the accessible entrance permit access to a conveniently located elevator?	• Provide an accessible route.
• Is the accessible entrance clearly identifiable?	• Add the international symbol of accessibility. • Paint the entrance door with a colour that will contrast with the surrounding surface.
• Are the entrance landing dimensions sufficient?	• Enlarge the landing area.
• Is the landing surface level and non-slippery?	• Add a slip-resistant finish.
• Can entrance doors operate independently?	• Install a lighter door. • Change the door opening mechanism.
• Is the clear door width at least 0.90 m?	• Enlarge the door opening. • Install automatic sliding doors. • Use swing clear hinge doors.
14. Vestibules
Question	Possible solutions
• Is there enough space to maneuver between two sets of doors?	• Enlarge the vestibule space. • Install automatic sliding doors. n Install double-swinging doors. • Remove the inside or second set of doors. • Change the direction of the swing of the door.
15. Doors
Question	Possible solutions
• Can doors be opened without much effort?	• Install lighter doors. • Install power-assisted door openers.
• Do automatic doors have a sufficiently long opening interval?	• Adjust the opening interval.
• Are push-buttons for automatic doors located at a maximum height of 1.20 m (not exceeding 1.40 m)?	• Lower the height of buttons.
• Is there sufficient space beside the latch side of the door?	• Move the door. • Move or remove obstructing partitioning.
• Are accessible doors placed adjacent to revolving doors and turnstiles?	• Install adjacent sliding or pivoting doors.
• Are glazed doors marked with a coloured band at eye level?	• Add a coloured band.
• Is the clear width of straight access interior doors at least 0.75 m? • Is the minimum clear width of interior doors at least 0.80 m? • For double leaf doors, is the width of one of the leaves at least 0.80 m?	• Enlarge door opening. • Install offset or swing clear hinges.
• Do door handles have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand?	• Install lever-type handles easy to operate with a closed fist. • Install power-assisted door openers.
• Do bathrooms doors and doors fitted with spring closers have an extra pull handle?	• Install an extra pull handle.
• Is manual door hardware (handles, locks, pulls, etc.) located no higher than 1.20 m (not exceeding 1.40 m)?	• Adjust the height of the door hardware.
• Are door mats flush with the floor surface and secured to the floor at all edges?	• Replace or remove mats. • Secure mats at edges.
• Is the threshold no more than 20 mm high and beveled?	• Remove high thresholds. • Bevel both sides.
16. Corridors
Question	Possible solutions
• Is the minimum unobstructed width of low traffic corridors no less than 0.90 m? • Is the unobstructed width of a public corridor no less than 1.50 m?	• Widen the corridor. • Locate passing areas at frequent intervals.
• Does the corridor width allow maneuvring through doors located along its length?	• Change the direction of the door swing. • Widen the corridor. • Remove door if possible.
• Are differences in level bridged by ramps or lifts?	• Install a lift. • Construct a ramp.
17. Rest rooms
Question	Possible solutions
Public rest rooms • Is there at least one unisex rest room accessible to a wheelchair user?	• Reconfigure rest rooms. • Combine two water-closet stalls to create one unisex accessible rest room. • Widen toilet stalls by moving one of the side partitions and/or installing outward-swinging door.
• Is the accessible rest room identified by a sign?	• Place the international symbol of accessibility.
Residential rest rooms • Is there sufficient space inside the rest room to maneuver a wheelchair?	• Enlarge rest room space.
• Is there at least one accessible shower and/or bath-tub?	• Reconfigure shower stalls. • Enlarge rest room. • Use the tiled floor area inside the rest room as a shower space.
Fixtures • Are water-closets and bidets mounted at a height between 0.45 m and 0.50 m?	• Adjust the height of wall mounted fixtures. • Replace low floor mounted fixtures.
• Is the distance between the toilet seat and the closest adjacent wall fitted with a grab bar between 0.45 and 0.50 m?	• Adjust the location of fixtures. • Install floor-mounted grab bars.
• Is the accessible wash-basin mounted at a height between 0.80 m and 0.85 m?	• Adjust the height of wall-mounted fixtures. • Replace floor-mounted fixtures.
• Are the accessible shower and the bath-tub provided with folding seats?	• Install a shower seat at a height between 0.45 m and 0.50 m. • Adjust the height of seats.
• Is the floor of the tub slip-resistant?	• Change the finish material. • Install a slip-resistant rubber mat.
• Does the shower tub have a beveled threshold not exceeding 13 mm above the finished floor? • Is the shower tub floor no lower than 20 m below the surrounding floor area?	• Modify the shower tub.
• Are grab bars installed in water closets, bath tubs and showers at a height between 0.85 m and 0.95 m? • Do grab bars have a diameter between 30 mm and 40 mm? • Do wall mounted grab bars have a clearance between 35 mm and 40 mm?	• Install grab bars. • Adjust mounting height.
• Are grab bars non slip?	• Replace grab bars. • Add a knurled slip-resistant surface.
• Can grab bars withstand loads?	• Reinforce walls on which grab bars are installed.
Faucets • Are faucets easy to grip and operate with one hand?	• Replace faucets with single lever or push-button type.
• Are telephone like shower fixtures with at least 1.50 m long hoses used in showers and bath tubs?	• Replace hose.
Pipes • Are hot water pipes insulated or covered?	• Insulate or cover hot water pipes.
Accessories and controls • Is the lower edge of mirrors positioned at a height not exceeding 1.00 m?	• Lower or tilt high mirrors. • Install another mirror on another wall.
• Is the rest room equipped with an alarm system?	• Install an alarm that can be set off by a push-button located at a maximum height of 1.20 m.
• Are flushing arrangements, dispensers and toilet paper mounted between 0.50 m and 1.20 m?	• Adjust the height of too high and too low fixtures.
• Are flushing mechanisms easy to operate?	• Change the flushing mechanism.
Flooring • Is the flooring material skid-proof, well drained and waterproofed?	• Change flooring material.
Doors • Is the door opening at least 0.75 m?	• Enlarge the door opening. • Remove doors if privacy is not diminished.
• Can doors be lockable from inside and releasable from outside under emergency situations?	• Adjust door lock mechanism.
• Do pivoted doors open outward?	• Change the direction of the swing of the door.

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