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Biological Sciences Building East

Building Number: 467

Map Quadrant: F-6

Accessible Parking: The nearest accessible parking is located in PA 6. There are 9 accessible spaces located on the North end of the parking area. Curb cuts are located behind and in front of the spaces. There are no van accessible spaces provided here.

Exterior Signage: No barriers were identified.

Curb Cuts: See parking.

Ramps: There are 2 ramps located around this building. 1 On the West side of the building, the ramp is steep and without intermediate landings. Also, handrails are not provided continuously on both sides and the handrail rotates within its fittings. 2 On the first floor of the building, the same applies.

Exterior Entrances: There are (7) entrances to this building, however only (1) is close to being accessible. (1) On the North side of the building, at the main entry, the clear width of the doorway is less than 32 inches. Also, the door hardware requires tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist to operate. The other entrances are either not on an accessible exterior route or interior route.

Interior Signage: Mounting height is not ADA accessible. Signs are not mounted on the latch side of the door.

Restrooms: There are restrooms on all floors, with some being designated accessible, however only some conditions here are acceptable by ADA standards.

Fountains: There are fountains on all floors that are designated accessible to those in wheelchairs. None is accessible to those individuals who have difficulty bending or stooping.

Elevators: There is an elevator in this building, however it is a freight elevator and is not accessible. The width of the cab is less than 80 inches for a center opening elevator. Also, the communication system is not designated in Braille and requires voice transmission.

 

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