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Anthropology Building

Building Number: 477

Map Quadrant: G-6

Accessible Parking: The nearest accessible parking is located in PA 23. There is (1) accessible space in the NW corner of the parking lot. A curb ramp is located to the right of the space.

Exterior Signage: There are no signs indicating the route to the nearest accessible entrance. Also, the signage at the accessible entrance does not display the International Symbol of Accessibility.

Curb Cuts: There are (4) curb cuts located around this building. (1) On the East side of the building, the curb ramp is not located or protected to prevent obstruction by parked vehicles. Also, it is not located at a marked crossing. (2) Also on the East side of the building, the same applies. (3) On the East side of the building, at the SE corner, the curb ramp is steep and not located at a marked crossing. Also, it is not located or protected to prevent obstruction by parked vehicles. (4) On the NW corner of the building, near the overhead door, the same applies.

Ramps: There is (1) ramp leading to this building. It is located on the SW corner of the building near the entry. Handrails are not provided continuously on both sides.

Exterior Entrances: There are (4) entrances to this building, but only (1) is accessible. (1) At the SW entrance, 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: Letters and numerals are not raised above the surface and no Braille is provided. Mounting height is not ADA accessible. Also, the signs are not mounted on the latch side of the door.

Restrooms: There are restrooms in this building that are on accessible routes, however only some conditions here are acceptable by ADA standards.

Fountains: There are fountains on all floors, however none is accessible to those individuals who use wheelchairs.

Elevators: The elevator does not incorporate an audible signal which sounds once for up and twice for down. The depth of the cab is less than 51 inches. Also, the emergency communication system requires voice communication.

 

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