Attachment G

 

New Construction

 

Paragraph 46 of the Settlement Agreement requires that within three months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County provide signage as necessary to comply with 28 C.F.R. § 35.163(b), after having surveyed all facilities that are the subject of this Agreement for the purpose of identifying those that have multiple entrances not all of which are accessible.

 

Paragraph 47 of the Agreement requires that regardless of other time frames set forth below, the County will carry out the required modifications to toilet rooms within three years of the effective date of this Agreement, with approximately 33% of the total toilet room renovations to be completed during each 12 month period.

 

In order to ensure that the following spaces and elements in County facilities, for which construction was commenced after January 26, 1992, are readily accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities, the County will take the actions listed below:

 

A.        New Administration Building:  Before the final Certificate of Occupancy is issued, the County will provide a full set of construction documents (including blueprints, drawings, elevations, construction manuals, as-built drawings and photographs, etc.) to the Department for review and approval, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.  Any modifications required by the Standards will be completed by the County within 3 months of receiving the Department's notification.

 

B.         Within 6 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the CDD Building:

 

1.         The curb ramp off parking on the upper level lacks adequate edge protection, has no handrails but a 7 inch rise, and the landing at the bottom is not level.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 1¼ inches and 1½ inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(1), 4.1.2(2), 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

2.         Elevator.

 

a. The hall call buttons are centered at 37.5 inches above the finished floor.   Provide call buttons that are centered at 42 inches above the finished floor, a minimum of ¾ inch in the smallest dimension, with the button designating the up direction on top; that the call buttons are raised or flush; and that objects mounted beneath hall call buttons do not project into the elevator lobby more than 4 inches.  Standards § 4.10.3, Fig. 20.   Standards §§ 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20, 21.

 

b. After reopening, the doors remains open for only 10 seconds.  Provide doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device that will stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the door becomes obstructed by an object or person.  Ensure that the device is capable of completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds; and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to a car call is 3 seconds.

 

c. The centerline of the emergency controls measure 27 inches to the handles, the system is not identified by raised letters and Braille, the door to the controls cannot be operated without tight grasping or pinching, and a test silent call revealed that the communication system went to a non-emergency number which lacks the ability to determine the origin of the call, and the call was treated as a hang-up.  Provide a two-way communication system such that it does not require voice communication, the highest operable part is a maximum of 48 inches above the finished floor of the car and the group is centered no less than 35 inches above the finished floor, and it is identified by a raised symbol and lettering located adjacent to the device.  If the system is located in a closed compartment, ensure that the compartment door hardware operates without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist.  Standards §§ 4.10.12, 4.10.14.

 

3.         Men's Toilet Room with Stalls - First Floor

 

a. The pressure required to open the door exceeds 5 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

b. Toilet Stall for Persons with Disabilities

 

i. The flush control is on the closed side.  Provide a flush control mounted on the "open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.

 

ii. The toilet seat cover dispenser is not within reach ranges because it is above the toilet.  Provide a toilet seat cover dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.

 

4.         Women's Toilet Room with Stalls - First Floor

 

a. The pressure required to open the door is 8 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

b. The mirror is not accessible.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.6.

 

c. The sanitary napkin dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.            Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

d. Toilet Stall for Persons with Disabilities

 

i. The toilet centerline is 19.5 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

 

ii. The toilet seat cover dispenser is mounted above and behind the toilet.  Provide a toilet seat cover dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.

 

5.         Men's Toilet Room with Stalls - First Floor

 

a. The pressure required to open the door is 10 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

b. The toilet seat cover dispenser is mounted above and behind the toilet.  Provide a toilet seat cover dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.

 

6.         Women's Toilet Room with Stalls - First Floor

 

a. The pressure required to open the door is 13 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

b. The sanitary napkin dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.            Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

c. The flush control on the toilet in the standard accessible stall for people who use wheelchairs is on the closed side.  Provide a flush control mounted on the "open" side of the toilet's clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.

 

7.         Drinking Fountain - Second Floor

 

a. The drinking fountain controls require 8 pounds of force to operate.  Provide a drinking fountain with controls mounted on or near the front edge that are operable with one hand, that require 5 pounds of force or less to operate, and that can be operated without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist.  Standards §§ 4.15.4, 4.27.4.

 

C.        Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Fairgrounds:

 

1.         There are no TTY's provided at the Fairgrounds.  At each facility that has public pay telephones, provide at least one accessible public TTY with appropriate signage at all standard telephones indicating the location of the TTY's.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(17)(c), 4.30.7(3), 4.31.9.

 

2.         Throughout the Fairgrounds, many of the interior doors require more than 5 pounds of force to operate.  In each, provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

3.         The Administration Building

 

a. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls

 

i. The paper towel dispenser and the sanitary napkin dispenser protrude into the path of travel.  Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

ii. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

iii. There is no "standard" toilet stall for people who use wheelchairs.  In the stall that is for persons with disabilities, the coat hook is inaccessible; the overall length of the side grab bar is 36 inches and far end of the side grab bar to the rear wall is 40 inches; the closer end of the rear grab bar to the side wall is 10.5 inches; and the toilet seat cover dispenser is mounted above the toilet.  Provide a "standard" accessible toilet stall at least 60 inches wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted toilet) such that all of the stall's elements, including stall door, stall door hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, coat hook, and dispensers, comply with the Standards.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.22.7, 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.

 

b. Men's Toilet Room with Stalls

 

i. The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

ii. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

iii. There is no "standard" toilet stall for people who use wheelchairs.  The stall that is for persons with disabilities has inadequate clear floor space, the coat hook is inaccessible, the overall length of the side grab bar is 36 inches and far end of the side grab bar to the rear wall is 40 inches; the closer end of the rear grab bar to the side wall is 12 inches; and the toilet seat cover dispenser is mounted above the toilet.  Provide a "standard" accessible toilet stall at least 60 inches wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted toilet) such that all of the stall's elements, including stall door, stall door hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, coat hook, and dispensers, comply with the Standards.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.22.7, 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.

 

4.         Drinking Fountains in Middle and South Sister.  Two drinking fountains are provided: one lower fountain on the Middle Sister side and one higher fountain on the South Sister side.  When the divider wall between the Middle Sister and South Sister is retracted, both persons who use wheelchairs and those who have difficulty bending or stooping are able to use the fountains.  When the divider wall is in place, though, people in the Middle Sister conference room have no options available for those who need a taller fountain and those in the South Sister conference room have no lower fountain.  In each, provide at least one drinking fountain with a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet; and a spout located at the front of the unit that directs the water flow in a trajectory that is nearly parallel to the front of the unit and is positioned so the flow of water is within 3 inches of the front edge of the fountain and at least 4 inches high.  Ensure that fountain controls are operable with one hand, require 5 lbf or less to operate without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and are front mounted or side mounted near the front edge.  For each accessible drinking fountain, provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping.  This can be accommodated by the use of a "hi-lo" fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser; or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people.  Standards §§ 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.

 

5.         Middle Sister

 

a. Men's Toilet Room with Stalls:  The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

b. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls

 

i. The paper towel dispenser and sanitary napkin dispenser protrude into the path of travel.  Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.           

 

ii. The partitions to both alternate stalls with parallel grab bars are 37.5 inches apart and the doors are not self-closing.  Provide at least one stall that is exactly 36 inches wide with an outward swinging, self-closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d). 

 

6.         North Sister

 

a. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls

 

i. The paper towel dispenser is inaccessible.  Provide a paper towel dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.

 

ii. The door to the alternate stall with parallel grab bars is not self-closing.  Provide at least one stall with an outward swinging, self-closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).   Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.

 

7.         South Sister

 

a. Men's Toilet Room with Stalls:  The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.                       

 

b. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls:  The partitions to both alternate stalls with parallel grab bars are 37.5 inches apart and one has a door that is not self-closing.  Provide at least one stall that is exactly 36 inches wide with an outward swinging, self-closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d). 

 

8.         The Event Center

 

a. The exterior light fixtures protrude into a path of travel.  Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

b. The fire box to the left of the ATM protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

c. Fire Extinguishers in Blue and Red Section:  These fire extinguishers protrude into the paths of travel.  Provide an accessible route at each location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

d. Drinking Fountains

 

i. The drinking fountain between the Locker Rooms C and D is not accessible to people who use wheelchairs.  Provide at least one drinking fountain with a spout height no higher than 36 inches, measured from the finished floor or ground surface to the spout outlet; and a spout located at the front of the unit that directs the water flow in a trajectory that is nearly parallel to the front of the unit and is positioned so the flow of water is within 3 inches of the front edge of the fountain and at least 4 inches high.  Ensure that fountain controls are operable with one hand, require 5 lbf or less to operate without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist; and are front mounted or side mounted near the front edge.  Standards §§ 4.15, 4.27.4, Fig. 27.

 

ii. The higher drinking fountains on the floor level (East and West) and those on the Blue and Red Sections protrude into the paths of travel.  Provide an accessible route at each such location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

e. Out of 3990 fixed seats, there are approximately 30 wheelchair locations with companion seats.  Provide a minimum of 40 wheelchair seating areas, each with a minimum clear ground or floor space of 66 inches wide by 48 inches deep for forward or rear access, or 66 inches wide by 60 inches deep for side access.  Ensure that the ground or floor at all wheelchair locations is level, firm, stable, and slip resistant; that wheelchair seating areas are an integral part of the fixed seating plan and are located so as to provide people with physical disabilities a choice of admission prices and lines of sight comparable to those available for members of the general public; that wheelchair seating areas adjoin an accessible route that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency; and that at least one fixed companion seat is provided next to each wheelchair seating area.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(19)(a), 4.5, 4.33.

 

f. Elevators

 

i. West Elevator

 

A. The door protective and reopening device remains open for only 5 seconds after reopening.  Provide doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device that will stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the door becomes obstructed by an object or person.  Ensure that the device is capable of completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds; and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to a car call is 3 seconds.  Standards §§ 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20, 21.

 

B. The door to the emergency communications system lacks raised symbols and lettering.  Provide a two-way communication system such that it does not require voice communication, the highest operable part is a maximum of 48 inches above the finished floor of the car, and it is identified by a raised symbol and lettering located adjacent to the device.  If the system uses a handset, ensure that the length of the cord from the panel to the handset is at least 29 inches.  If the system is located in a closed compartment, ensure that the compartment door hardware operates without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist.  Standards § 4.10.14.

 

ii. East Elevator:  The door protective and reopening device remains open for only 9 seconds after reopening.  Provide doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device that will stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the door becomes obstructed by an object or person.  Ensure that the device is capable of completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds; and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to a car call is 3 seconds.  Standards §§ 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20, 21.

 

g. Toilet Rooms

 

i. Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room in Paramedics' Room:  The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

ii. Men's Toilet Room with Stalls on Ground Level:  The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.                       

 

iii. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls on Ground Level

 

A. The paper towel dispenser and the sanitary napkin dispenser protrude into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.                       

 

B. The doors to the alternate stalls with parallel grab bars are not self-closing.  Provide at least one stall with an outward swinging, self-closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).   Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.

 

iv. Locker Rooms A, B, C, and D

 

A. The paper towel dispensers in each locker room protrude into the path of travel.  In each, provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.           

 

B. The showers configured as transfer showers are inaccessible because the plumbing is on the wrong wall, the grab bars are not configured for transfer showers, the seats have their long side of the L toward the open ends instead of along the side walls, and in many of them, the mounting brackets for the hand-held shower heads are broken or missing.  In each of these rooms, provide a shower that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

v. Men's Toilet Room with Stalls in Blue Section

 

A. The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.           

 

B. Neither of the "alternate" stalls with parallel grab bars have self-closing doors.  Provide at least one stall that is exactly 36 inches wide with an outward swinging, self-closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).

 

vi. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls in Blue Section

 

A. One of the paper towel dispensers protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.           

 

B. Neither of the "alternate" stalls with parallel grab bars have self-closing doors.  Provide at least one stall that is exactly 36 inches wide with an outward swinging, self-closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).

 

vii. Men's Toilet Room with Stalls in Red Section

 

A. The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

B. The coat hook in the stall for persons who use wheelchairs is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

C. Alternate Stall for Ambulatory Persons with Disabilities

 

1. The door to the alternate stall with parallel grab bars is not self-closing.  Provide at least one stall with an outward swinging, self-closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).

 

2. The closer end of the right grab bar to the rear wall is 16 inches.  Provide at least one stall with parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).

 

viii. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls in Red Section

 

A. The paper towel dispensers to the left of the lavatories protrude into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.           

 

B. The doors to the alternate stalls with parallel grab bars are not self-closing.  Provide at least one stall with an outward swinging, self-closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).   Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.

 

9.         High Desert Activity Center

 

a. Men's Toilet Room with Stalls:  The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.                       

 

b. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls:  The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.                       

 

10.       Juniper Arena

 

a. The bleachers lack signage designating the seating adjacent to wheelchair seating areas as reserved for companions of persons with disabilities.  Provide signage reserving the seats next to wheelchair spaces for companions of persons with disabilities.

 

b. Men's and Women's Toilet Rooms with Stalls

 

i. The paper towel dispensers protrude into the paths of travel.  In each, provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

11.       Carnival Building Toilet Rooms

 

a. In the Women's toilet room, the door of the alternate stall with parallel grab bars is not self-closing.  Provide at least one stall that is exactly 36 inches wide with an outward swinging, self-closing door and parallel grab bars complying with Fig 30(d).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, Fig. 30(d).

 

b. The room signs for both the Men's and Women's toilet rooms were missing, so the Department was unable to verify their accessibility.  For each, ensure that there is a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

 

12.       The Maintenance Building

 

a. Men's Locker Room

 

i. The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

ii. There is no bench in the locker room.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

iii. There is a moveable table blocking the required clear floor space at the shower stall for persons with disabilities.  Ensure that the shower complies fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

b. Women's Locker Room

 

i. The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide and maintain a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

ii. There is no bench in the locker room.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

iii. There is a moveable table blocking the required clear floor space at the shower stall for persons with disabilities.  Ensure that the shower complies fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

13.       The van-accessible parking space in the lot serving the Horse Barn lacks signage.  At van accessible spaces, provide a "Van-Accessible" sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility such that the sign cannot be obstructed by vehicles parked in the space.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(5), 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).

 

14.       The van-accessible parking space in the lot serving the Swine Barn lacks signage.  At van accessible spaces, provide a "Van-Accessible" sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility such that the sign cannot be obstructed by vehicles parked in the space.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(5), 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).

 

D.        Within 3 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Extension/4-H Office:

 

1.         There is no drinking fountain for persons who have difficulty bending or stooping.  For each accessible drinking fountain, provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping.  This can be accommodated by the use of a "hi-lo" fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser, or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people.  Standards § 4.1.3(10)(a).

 

2.         Men's Toilet Room with Stalls

 

a. The room sign is too high.  Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

 

b. The door, which is accessed through a front approach and which has both a closer and a latch, has only 6 inches of maneuvering clearance on the push side.  On the push side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 48 inches deep and provide a minimum of 12 inches of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door, or remove the closer or the latch.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

3.         Women's Toilet Room with Stalls

 

a. The room sign is too high.  Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

 

b. The pressure required to open the door is 10 pounds.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

c. The door, which is accessed through a front approach and which has both a closer and a latch, has only 6 inches of maneuvering clearance on the push side.  On the push side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 48 inches deep and provide a minimum of 12 inches of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door, or remove the closer or the latch.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

E.         Within 4 years of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Probation/Parole and Transitional Housing Building:

 

1.         Two of the 4 parking spaces reserved for persons with disabilities lack vertical signage and there is no space designated as "van-accessible."  At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles.  At van accessible spaces, provide an additional "Van-Accessible" sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(5), 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).

 

2.         In the elevator, the door to the emergency panel requires a finger pull to open and lacks any raised symbol or lettering, and a test call demonstrated that the emergency communication system is inoperable.  Provide a two-way communication system such that it does not require voice communication, the highest operable part is a maximum of 48 inches above the finished floor of the car, and it is identified by a raised symbol and lettering located adjacent to the device.  If the system uses a handset, ensure that the length of the cord from the panel to the handset is at least 29 inches.  If the system is located in a closed compartment, ensure that the compartment door hardware operates without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist.  Standards § 4.10.14.

 

3.         Throughout the facility, many of the doors require more than 5 pounds of force to operate.  At each, provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

4.         Drinking Fountains:  The higher fountains on the First and Second Floors protrude into the paths of travel.  At each, provide an accessible route such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

5.         Transitional Housing - First Floor:  The service counter in the reception area for Transitional Housing is 42 inches from the finished floor.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards §§ 4.1.1(2), 7.2(2), 4.1.3(1), 4.3.

 

6.         Visual Alarms in Common Areas:  Although the facility contains an emergency alarm system, there are no visual alarm appliances in the dorms, dayrooms, classrooms and other common use areas originally intended for  incarcerated persons.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards § 4.28.3.

 

7.         Toilet Rooms - First Floor

 

a. Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room off Main Lobby Near Elevators

 

i. The toilet room door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory.  Ensure that no door swings into the required clear floor space at any accessible fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.2.

 

ii. The lavatory hot water pipes are not fully insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

 

8.         Staff Locker Rooms

 

a. Men's (West)

 

i. The panel that would cover the lavatory hot water and drain pipes is broken.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

 

ii. The toilet centerline is 19.5 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

 

iii. The toilet stall door swings into the required clear floor space of the toilet.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

 

iv. The locker room has no bench.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

b. Women's (East)

 

i. The toilet stall door swings into the required clear floor space at the toilet.  Provide clear floor space that complies with Fig. 30 at the toilet.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

 

ii. The locker room has no bench.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

9.         Dorm One

 

a. The lavatory hot water and drain pipes are not covered.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

 

b. In the transfer shower, there is no transfer seat and the shower head cannot be used as both a fixed shower head or hand held unit, it is not on a vertical bar and adjustable, and is mounted 76 inches above the finished floor.  Ensure that at least one shower complies fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.  

 

c. Both changing benches are 16 inches from the finished floor.  Provide at least one 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

10.       Dorm Two

 

a. The lavatory hot water pipes are not covered.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

 

b. Both transfer showers have shower heads that cannot be used as both fixed shower heads or hand held units, are not on vertical bars and adjustable, and are mounted 76 inches above the finished floor.  Ensure that at least one shower complies fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.  

 

c. The changing bench is 16 inches from the finished floor.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

11.       Dorm Three

 

a. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is less than 29 inches from the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

b. The lavatory hot water and drain pipes are not covered.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

 

c. In the toilet stall for persons with disabilities, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the toilet.  Provide a toilet stall that is at least 60 inches wide and at least 56 inches deep for a wall-mounted toilet or at least 59 inches deep for a floor-mounted toilet, such that the centerline of the toilet is exactly 18 inches from the near side wall or partition, and there is at least 9 inches of toe clearance above the floor at the front partition if the stall is no more than 60 inches deep.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17, Fig. 30.

 

d. Both transfer showers measure 40 inches deep by 37 inches wide and, in both, the transfer seat does not extend the full depth of the stall and the shower head cannot be used as both a fixed shower head or a hand held unit, it is not on a vertical bar and adjustable, and it is mounted at 76 inches above the finished floor.  Provide at least one shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

e. The changing bench is 16 inches from the finished floor.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

12.       Dorm Four

 

a. The lavatory hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

 

b. Both transfer showers have shower heads that cannot be used as both fixed shower heads or hand held units, they are not on vertical bars and adjustable, and they are mounted at 76 inches above the finished floor.  Ensure that at least one shower complies fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.  

 

c. The changing benches are 16 inches from the finished floor.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

13.       Probation/Parole - Second Floor

 

a. Although there is lobby telephone provided for the public, no TTY is provided.  Provide at least one accessible public TTY with appropriate signage.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(17)(c), 4.30.7(3), 4.31.9.

 

b. Toilet Rooms

 

i. Men's Single-User Toilet Room in Lobby

 

A. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

B. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

ii. Women's Single-User Toilet Room in Lobby

 

A. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

iii. Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room (inside the secure area; the room closest to the lobby door)

 

A. The toilet room sign lacks the International Symbol of Accessibility.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

B. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory.  Ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

C. The toilet seat cover dispenser is mounted over the toilet.  Provide a toilet seat cover dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.

 

D. There are moveable objects obstructing the clear floor space at the toilet.  Provide and maintain clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.2, Fig. 28.

 

E. There is a wooden box mounted on the wall with a bottom leading edge at 72 inches above the finished floor and extending 9 inches out from the wall.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

iv. Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room for Staff (Right of lobby, inside secure area)

 

A. There is no International Symbol of Accessibility on the door sign.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

B. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory.  Ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

C. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

v. Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room for Staff (North Side)

 

A. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory.  Ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

B. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

c. Unisex, Single-User Toilet/ Shower Room for Staff (Left of Lobby)

 

i. The toilet room sign lacks the International Symbol of Accessibility.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory.  Ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

iii. The towel hooks are inaccessible.  Provide a towel hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

iv. The shower stall measures 39 inches deep by 37 inches wide, there is a curb greater than .5 inches, the enclosure obstructs the controls or transfer, the enclosure provides only 31 inches of clear opening width, and there are moveable obstructions blocking the required clear floor space at the shower.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.  

 

F.         Within 4 years of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Juvenile Justice Building:

 

1.         The pressure required to open many of the interior doors exceeds 5 pounds.  For each, provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

2.         Many of the common areas, such as the vestibule to the courtroom, the locked file room, lock-down areas, the interview room, the dorm rooms, the staff rooms, the classroom off Pod 400, the medical room, and the toilet room in the medical room lack visual alarm appliances.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards § 4.28.3.

 

3.         The court intake counter exceeds 36 inches from the finished floor.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards §§ 7.2(2), 4.3.

 

4.         The wall-mounted wooden box outside Cindy Bell's office is a protruding object.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

5.         Elevator

 

a. After reopening, the door stays open for only 12 seconds.  Provide doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device that will stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the door becomes obstructed by an object or person.  Ensure that the device is capable of completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds; and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to a car call is 3 seconds.  Standards §§ 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20, 21.

 

b. The centerline of the emergency controls are 27 inches above the finished floor.  Provide emergency controls grouped at the bottom of the panel with their centerlines no less than 35 in (890 mm) above the finish floor and an emergency communication system that works without voice communication. Standards §§ 4.1.3(5), 4.10.12, 4.10.14, Fig. 23(a) and (b).

 

c. The emergency communication system is not identified by raised symbols and lettering and its door requires tight grasping or pinching to operate.  Provide a two-way communication system such that it does not require voice communication, the highest operable part is a maximum of 48 inches above the finished floor of the car, and it is identified by a raised symbol and lettering located adjacent to the device.  If the system uses a handset, ensure that the length of the cord from the panel to the handset is at least 29 inches.  If the system is located in a closed compartment, ensure that the compartment door hardware operates without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist.  Standards § 4.10.14.

 

6.         The Department was unable to verify that appropriate auxiliary aids were provided to ensure effective communications for persons who are hard of hearing.  Provide appropriate auxiliary aids, such as a permanently installed or portable assistive listening system (ALS) with a minimum of 2 receivers for use by the general public.  Also provide signage indicating their availability.  28 C.F.R. §§ 35.160, 35.163.

 

7.         Toilet Rooms

 

a. Jury Toilet Room

 

i. The trash receptacle protrudes 5 inches reducing the pull side maneuvering clearance to the latch side of the door to 14 inches.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

ii. The lavatory faucet has handles that require tight grasping or pinching to operate.  Provide a lavatory with a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.5, 4.27.4.

 

b. Second Floor Lobby Toilet Rooms

 

i. There are excessive slopes at the center floor drains, making it very difficult for persons who use wheelchairs to use these rooms.  In each, provide the minimum slope needed at the drain for appropriate water drainage.

 

ii. In the Men's Toilet Room, the coat hook is not accessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

c. Second Floor Toilet Room Inside Secure Area

 

i. The sanitary napkin dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide at least one accessible route that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public.  The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).  Standards §§ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

 

8.         Second Floor Drinking Fountains Between Public Toilet Rooms

 

a. The drinking fountain is a protruding object that is not cane-detectable.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

9.         Correctional Area

 

a. Holding Rooms B and C, and the Observation Room have no accessible toilets or lavatories.  Provide at least one holding room and one observation room with an accessible lavatory and toilet.  For these rooms, provide a toilet with a centerline that is 18 inches from the near side wall; a seat that is between 17 and 19 inches above the finished floor; clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28; and a flush control mounted on the "open" side of the toilet's clear floor space.  Also provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31; hot water and drain pipes covered or otherwise configured to protect against contact; clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory; and a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs).  Standards §§  Standards §§ 4.16.2, 4.16.3, 4.16.5, Figs. 28, 29, 4.19.2, 4.19.3, 4.19.4, 4.19.5, 4.27.4, Figs. 31, 32.

 

b. Dress A Roll -in Shower:  The grab bar is not continuous; the controls are not on the back wall and are mounted 69 inches above the finished floor; and the shower head is mounted at 77 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Due to the security issues in this facility, the shower head may be fixed at 48 inches above the finished floor.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

c. Dress B Roll-In Shower:  The grab bar is not continuous; the controls are not on the back wall and are mounted 69 inches above the finished floor; and the shower head is mounted at 77 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Due to the security issues in this facility, the shower head may be fixed at 48 inches above the finished floor.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

d. Women's Locker Room

 

i. The bench is less than 48 inches long and 24 inches high.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

ii. Toilet Room with Stalls:  The sanitary napkin dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide a path of travel such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4. 

 

iii. Shower Stall:  The dimensions of the transfer shower are 39 inches deep by 35 inches wide; the transfer seat is not fixed to the wall opposite the controls; and the height of the controls exceeds 48 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

e. Men's Locker Room

 

i. The changing bench is only 36 inches long and 18 inches high.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

ii. Shower Stall:  The dimensions of the transfer shower are 37 inches deep by 35-1/2 inches wide; the transfer seat is not fixed to the wall opposite the controls; and the height of the controls exceeds 48 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

f. Day Room

 

i. Women's Shower:  The grab bars are not continuous and the controls are on the wrong wall.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

ii. Women's Single-User Toilet Room:  The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27.5 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

iii. Men's Shower: The grab bars are not continuous and the controls are not on the long, back wall.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

iv. Men's Single-User Toilet Room:  The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27-3/4 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

v. Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room for Staff

 

A. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

B. The toilet room lacks grab bars.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall, and a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the rear wall.  Ensure that the grab bars are mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 1¼ and 1½ inches; with 1½ inches between the grab bars and the wall; and at least 1½ inches between the grab bars and any other object, such as a toilet paper dispenser or a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 29.

 

g. Unit 400

 

i. The shower lacks a continuous grab bar; the controls are not on the back wall; and the shower head cannot be used as both a fixed shower head and a hand held unit.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

ii. The underneath surface of the stairs is a protruding object and hazard that is not cane-detectable.  Provide an accessible route such that no object has its bottom leading edge measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor and protruding more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

h. Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room Next to Skulitpama Hall

 

i. The toilet room sign is mounted on the door.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

ii. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

iii. The mirror is inaccessible.  Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.6.

 

iv. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

v. The toilet centerline is 16 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.2, Fig. 28.

 

i. Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room in Medical Unit

 

i. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

ii. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27¾ inches above the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

G.        Within four years of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Jail:

 

1.         Although a TTY is available for public use (at the check-in desk) and telephones are provided in the dorm areas for inmate use, there is no TTY available for use by inmates, nor are there shelves and outlets near the telephones provided in dorms for inmate use.  Provide at least one accessible TTY dedicated for inmate use and inform inmates of its availability.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(17)(c), 4.30.7(3), 4.31.9.

 

2.         Lobby Telephone

 

a. The telephone is mounted with the coin slot at 57 inches above the finished floor.  Provide an accessible telephone with a clear floor space of at least 30 inches by 48 inches that allows either a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair such that bases, enclosures, and fixed seats do not impede approaches to the telephone; with the highest operable part of the telephone mounted no more than 48 inches above the floor for a front approach or no more than 54 inches above the floor for a side approach; that are hearing aid compatible and have a volume control mechanism; with telephone books, if provided, located between 15 and 48 inches above the finished floor for a front approach or between 9 and 54 inches above the finished floor for a side approach; and with a cord of at least 29 inches long from the telephone to the handset.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(17), 4.31.

 

b. The telephone is a protruding object that is not cane-detectable.  Provide an accessible route at this location that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public.  The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 1:20 (5%) (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 1:50 (2%).  Standards §§ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

 

3.         Men's Single-User Toilet Room In Lobby

 

a. The sign is improperly placed.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

b. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

4.         Women's Single-User Toilet Room In Lobby

 

a. The sign is improperly placed.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

b. The door requires 11 pounds of force to operate.  Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

c. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

d. The toilet centerline is 16-1/2 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.2, Fig. 28.

 

5.         Administration Area Unisex Single-User Toilet Room

 

a. The sign is mounted on the door.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

b. The door has only 9-1/2 inches of maneuvering clearance on the latch/pull side.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

c. Although an audible alarm is provided in this facility, there is no visual alarm.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards § 4.28.3.

 

6.         Drinking Fountain Near Administration Toilet Room:  The higher drinking fountain protrudes 7-1/2 inches from the wall and its bottom leading edge is 31-1/2 inches above the finished floor.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

7.         Visitation Windows:  Due to their obstruction by fixed benches, there are no visitation windows with wheelchair locations.  Provide at least one accessible visitation window on an accessible route at least 36 inches wide.  Ensure that the accessible visitation window has clear floor space of 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep and knee clearance of at least 27 inches high by 30 inches wide by 19 inches deep. §§ 4.2.4.1, 4.32.

 

8.         Inmate Areas (Cells, Dorms, Exercise Areas, Holding Rooms, Dress Rooms, etc.): None of the elements in the inmate areas comply fully with the Standards.  For each type of room (by security classification, gender, etc.), provide at least one of each of the following:

 

a. Where a toilet is provided for nondisabled inmates, provide a toilet with a centerline that is 18 inches from the near side wall; a seat that is between17 and 19 inches above the finished floor; clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28; and a flush control mounted on the "open" side of the toilet's clear floor space.  Also provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall, and a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the rear wall.  Ensure that the grab bars are mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 1¼ and 1½ inches; with 1½ inches between the grab bars and the wall; and at least 1½ inches between the grab bars and any other object, such as a toilet paper dispenser or a toilet seat cover dispenser.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.2, 4.16.3, 4.16.4, 4.16.5, Figs. 28, 29.

 

b. Where a shower is provided for nondisabled inmates, provide a shower that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

c. Where a lavatory is provided for nondisabled inmates, provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31; hot water and drain pipes covered or otherwise configured to protect against contact; clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory; and a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, 4.19.3, 4.19.4, 4.19.5, 4.27.4, Figs. 31, 32.

 

9.         Medical Unit Toilet Room

 

a. The lavatory hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

 

b. Stored items obstruct the required clear floor space at the toilet.  Provide clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.2, Fig. 28.

 

c. The paper towel dispenser is a protruding object that is not cane-detectable.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

10.       Staff Women's Locker Room

 

a. The room sign is mounted on the door and is too high.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

b. The shower stall for persons with disabilities has no transfer seat, no hand-held shower unit capability, no 12 inch overhang at the wall opposite the controls, the grab bars are misplaced and not continuous, and the soap dispenser is too high.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, dispensers, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

c. The lavatory does not provide sufficient knee clearance, it has twist-type hardware, and the hot water and drain pipes are not covered or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31; hot water and drain pipes covered or otherwise configured to protect against contact; clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory; and a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, 4.19.3, 4.19.4, 4.19.5, 4.27.4, Figs. 31, 32.

 

d. The paper towel dispenser is a protruding object that is not cane-detectable.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

e. No bench is provided in the dressing/locker room.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

11.       Staff Men's Locker Room

 

a. The room sign is mounted on the door and is too high.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

b. The shower stall for persons with disabilities has no transfer seat, no hand-held shower unit capability, no 12 inch overhang at the wall opposite the controls, the grab bars are misplaced and not continuous, and the soap dispenser is too high.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, dispensers, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

c. The lavatory does not provide sufficient knee clearance, it has twist-type hardware, and the hot water and drain pipes are not covered or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31; hot water and drain pipes covered or otherwise configured to protect against contact; clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory; and a faucet that can be operated with 5 pounds of force or less and can be used with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist (lever-operated, push-type, and electronically controlled mechanisms are examples of acceptable designs).  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, 4.19.3, 4.19.4, 4.19.5, 4.27.4, Figs. 31, 32.

 

d. The paper towel dispenser is a protruding object that is not cane-detectable.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

e. No bench is provided in the dressing/locker room.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

H.        Within 6 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Sheriff's Office:

 

1.         Almost all permanent room number and toilet room signs are centered at 65 inches above the finished floor and some are not mounted on the latch side of the door.  Provide permanent room number and toilet room signs with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals, meeting the requirements of the Standards for character height, raised characters, finish and contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches above the finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person may approach within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding objects or standing within the swing of a door.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

 

2.         Many of the interior doors require more than 5 pounds of force to operate.  For each, provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

3.         Elevator

 

a. After reopening, the door stays open for only 8 seconds.  Provide doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device that will stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the door becomes obstructed by an object or person.  Ensure that the device is capable of completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds; and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to a car call is 3 seconds.  Standards §§ 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20, 21.

 

b. The centerlines of the emergency controls are 25 inches above the finished floor.  Provide emergency controls grouped at the bottom of the panel with their centerlines no less than 35 in (890 mm) above the finish floor and an emergency communication system that works without voice communication. Standards §§ 4.1.3(5), 4.10.12, 4.10.14, Fig. 23(a) and (b).

 

c. The door to the emergency communication system is not identified by raised symbols and lettering, and it requires a finger pull to operate.  Provide a two-way communication system such that it does not require voice communication, the highest operable part is a maximum of 48 inches above the finished floor of the car, and it is identified by a raised symbol and lettering located adjacent to the device.  If the system uses a handset, ensure that the length of the cord from the panel to the handset is at least 29 inches.  If the system is located in a closed compartment, ensure that the compartment door hardware operates without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist.  Standards § 4.10.14.

 

4.         Toilet Rooms

 

a. Men's Toilet Room with Stalls in Lobby:  The lavatory hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

 

b. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls in Lobby:  The toilet centerline measures 20 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

 

c. Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room on Main Floor Near Special Investigators' Room:  The door sign has a centerline higher than 60 inches above the finished floor and lacks raised and Braille letters.  Provide a sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

d. Women's Toilet Room with Stalls Near 9-1-1 Dispatcher:  The room sign has a centerline 65 inches above the finished floor and lacks raised and Braille letters.  Provide a sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

e. Men's Toilet Room with Stalls Near 9-1-1 Dispatcher:  The room sign has a centerline 63 inches above the finished floor and lacks raised and Braille letters.  Provide a sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

5.         Men's Locker Room - First Floor

 

a. The locker room lacks a fixed bench.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

b. The seat in the transfer shower stall does not extend the full depth of the stall.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

6.         Women's Locker Room First Floor

 

a. The locker room lacks a fixed bench.  Provide a 24 inch by 48 inch bench fixed to the wall along the bench's longer dimension.  Ensure that the bench has sufficient structural strength and is mounted with its surface between 17 inches and 19 inches above the finished floor.  Provide clear floor space alongside the bench to allow a person using a wheelchair to make a parallel transfer onto the bench.  Standards §§ 4.35.4, 4.26.3.

 

b. The dimensions of the shower stall are 39 inches deep by 36 inches wide and the transfer bench does not extend the full depth of the stall.  Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening.  Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable.  Standards § 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

 

I.          Within 6 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Becky Johnson Community Center:

 

1.         Door Pressures:   Throughout the facility, many of the interior doors require more than 5 pounds of force to operate.  At each, provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

2.         There are no visual alarm appliances in either the copy room or the resource room.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards § 4.28.3.

 

3.         Route from Parking to Entrance:  No handrails are provided along the route from the sidewalk at the top of the parking space for persons with disabilities to the entrance, which has a slope that qualifies it as a ramp.  Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 1:12 and a cross slope not exceeding 1:50; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides.  Provide handrails that are between 1¼ inches and 1½ inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface.  Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings.  Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(1), 4.1.2(2), 4.3.8, 4.8.

 

4.         Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room Off the West Corridor:  The toilet room door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory.  Ensure that no door swings into the required clear floor space at any accessible fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.2.

 

5.         Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room Off the East Corridor

 

a. The toilet room lacks a sign with the International Symbol of Access.  Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

 

b. The toilet room door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and the toilet.  Ensure that no door swings into the required clear floor space at any accessible fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.2.

 

c. The toilet seat cover dispenser is mounted at 55 inches above the finished floor and requires a forward reach.  Provide a toilet seat cover dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.

 

J.          Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Health/Mental Health Building.  Where doors to single-user toilet rooms swing into the clear floor space at a lavatory or toilet, the County may make the modifications listed below or, as a matter of compromise, provide either (1) an outward swinging door or (2) when applicable life safety codes do not permit the installation of an outward swinging door, a fully accessible door locking device that prevents the lavatory clear floor space from being obstructed while in use.

 

1.         The exterior employee-only entrance is not accessible to persons using wheelchairs but lacks an accessible sign directing employees using wheelchairs to the accessible entrance.  Provide accessible, directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at inaccessible entrances directing users to the accessible entrance, and provide accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all permanent accessible entrances.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(8)(d), 4.1.3(16)(b), 4.13, 4.30.

 

2.         Many of the interior doors require more than 5 pounds of pressure to open.  Ensure that all interior doors require no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

3.         Many of the common areas lack visual alarms.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards § 4.28.3.

 

4.         The room number signs for the second floor rooms are painted on the top edges of the door frames.  For each room that has a room number, provide permanent room signage with upper case, sans serif or simple serif type letters and numerals, meeting the requirements of the Standards for character height, raised characters, finish and contrast, accompanied by Grade 2 Braille; mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door or on the nearest adjacent wall at a height of 60 inches above the finished floor to the centerline of the sign; and located so that a person may approach within 3 inches of the signage without encountering protruding objects or standing within the swing of a door.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

 

5.         Many of the height-measuring devices within the building are protruding objects in the path of travel.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

6.         The service counter at the first floor information desk is 42.5 inches above the finished floor.  Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation.   Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means.  Standards §§ 4.1.1(2), 7.2(2), 4.1.3(1), 4.3.

 

7.         The second floor higher drinking fountain across from the elevator protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

8.         Elevator

 

a. After reopening, the doors to the elevator remain open for only 5 seconds; the doors starts to close only 3 seconds after audible notification of call response; and the doors remain open fully for only 1 second.  Provide doors that open and close automatically with a reopening device that will stop and reopen the car door and hoistway door automatically if the door becomes obstructed by an object or person.  Ensure that the device is capable of completing these operations without requiring contact for obstructions passing through the opening at heights of 5 inches and 29 inches above the finished floor; that door reopening devices remain effective for at least 20 seconds, after which the doors may close; that the minimum time from notification that a car is answering a call until the doors of that car start to close is 5 seconds; and that the minimum time for elevator doors to remain fully open in response to a car call is 3 seconds.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(5), 4.10.6, 4.10.7, 4.10.8, Figs. 20, 21.

 

b. The centerline of the emergency controls is 23 inches above the finished floor, and the emergency communication system, when tested, did not ring anywhere.  Provide emergency controls grouped at the bottom of the panel with their centerlines no less than 35 in (890 mm) above the finish floor and an emergency communication system that works without voice communication. Standards §§ 4.1.3(5), 4.10.12, 4.10.14, Fig. 23(a) and (b).

 

9.         First Floor Lobby Women's Toilet Room with Stalls

 

a. The sanitary napkin dispenser protrudes into the path of travel.  Provide an accessible route at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles.  Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor.  Standards § 4.4.

 

b. The toilet centerline is 20 inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

 

10.       First Floor Lobby Men's Toilet Room with Stalls:  The toilet centerline is 20¼ inches from the side wall.  Provide a toilet with a centerline that measures 18 inches from the near side wall.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

 

11.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room Adjacent to Business Team/Health Education

 

a. The door swings into the clear floor space of the lavatory and the toilet.  Ensure that no door swings into the required clear floor space at any accessible fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.2.

 

b. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

c. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27¾ from the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

d. The clear floor space centered on the lavatory is not 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep.  Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.3, Fig. 32.

 

12.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room in South Hall

 

a. The maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door on the pull side is 16¾ inches.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

b. The clear floor space centered on the lavatory is not 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep.  Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.3, Fig. 32.

 

13.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room on First Floor Across from Exam Room 4

 

a. The maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door on the pull side is 17¼ inches.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

b. The paper towel dispenser protrudes into the required clear floor space at the lavatory.  Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.3, Fig. 32.

 

14.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room Across from Exam Room 8:  Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

15.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room -- Middle Hallway, Across from Lab:  The overall length of the rear grab bar is 30 inches.  Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, Fig. 29.

 

16.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room Across from Exam Room 9:  Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

17.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room - Room 204

 

a. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

b. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

c.                         The clear floor space centered on the lavatory is not 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep.  Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.3, Fig. 32.

 

18.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room - Room 205

 

a. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

b. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

c. The bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27.5 from the finished floor.  Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

 

d. The clear floor space centered on the lavatory is not 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep.  Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.3, Fig. 32.

 

19.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room - Room 236

 

a. The door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory.  Ensure that no door swings into the required clear floor space at any accessible fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.2.

 

b. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

20.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room - Room 237

 

a. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

b. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

21.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room - Room 239

 

a. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

b. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

22.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room - Room 252

 

a. The clear floor space centered on the lavatory is not 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep.  Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.3, Fig. 32.

 

23.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room - Room 253

 

a. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

24.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room - Room 298

 

a. The door swings into the clear floor space of the lavatory and the toilets.  Ensure that no door swings into the required clear floor space at any accessible fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.2.

 

b. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

c. The clear floor space centered on the lavatory is not 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep.  Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.3, Fig. 32.

 

25.       Unisex, Single-User Toilet Room - Room 299

 

a. The pressure required to open the door is 10 pounds.   Provide a door that requires no more than 5 pounds of force to open.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.11(2)(b).

 

b. Due to the lavatory and door configuration, the door swings into the required clear floor space at the lavatory and there is not enough maneuvering clearance to the pull/latch side of the door.  On the pull side of the door, provide maneuvering clearance at least 60 inches deep and provide a minimum of 18 inches (24 inches is preferred) of maneuvering clearance on the latch side of the door.  Also ensure that the door does not swing into the required clear floor space at any fixture.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.6, Fig. 25(a).

 

c. The clear floor space centered on the lavatory is not 30 inches wide by 48 inches deep.  Provide a lavatory with clear floor space at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the lavatory.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.3, Fig. 32.

 

K.        Within 6 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Solid Waste - Knott Main Office:

 

1.         There is no drinking fountain that is accessible for persons who have difficulty bending or stooping.  For each accessible drinking fountain, provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping.  This can be accommodated by the use of a "hi-lo" fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser, or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people.  Standards § 4.1.3(10)(a).

 

2.         Men's Single-User Toilet Room

 

a. The toilet room lacks an accessible sign.  Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

 

b. Although the facility contains an emergency alarm system, there is no visual alarm appliance in this room.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards § 4.28.3.

 

c. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

d. The toilet seat cover dispenser is inaccessible.  Provide a toilet seat cover seat dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.

 

3.         Women's Single-User Toilet Room

 

a. The toilet room lacks an accessible sign.  Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters.  The sign shall be mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing.  Standards §§ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

 

b. Although the facility contains an emergency alarm system, there is no visual alarm appliance in this room.  Provide visual alarm devices in toilet rooms and any other general usage areas (e.g., meeting rooms), hallways, lobbies, and any other area for common use.  Such devices shall be integrated into the facility alarm system and shall meet the requirements of the Standards for lamp type, color, pulse duration, intensity, and flash rate.  Visual alarm appliances shall be placed 80 inches above the highest floor level within the space or 6 inches below the ceiling, whichever is lower.  Visual alarm appliances shall be located such that no place in any room or space, including common corridors or hallways, required to have a visual alarm appliance shall be more than 50 feet from the signal.  In large rooms and spaces exceeding 100 feet across, without obstructions 6 feet above the finished floor, devices may be placed around the perimeter, spaced a maximum of 100 feet apart, in lieu of suspending appliances from the ceiling.  Standards § 4.28.3.

 

c. The coat hook is inaccessible.  Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(12)(a), 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

 

d. The toilet seat cover dispenser is inaccessible.  Provide a toilet seat cover seat dispenser with the controls a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair.  Standards §§ 4.1.3(13), 4.27.2, 4.27.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6, Fig. 4.