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Blocker Building

Building Number: 524

Map Quadrant: I-5

Accessible Parking: The nearest accessible parking is located along Ireland Street. There are (7) accessible spaces located there. Curb ramps are located at each end of the access aisle serving all the spaces. No barriers were identified.

Exterior Signage: No barriers were identified.

Curb Cuts: There are (5) curb cuts located around this building. (1) On the West side of the building, furthest North along Ireland St., the curb ramp is steep and not located within the marked crossing. (2) On the West side of the building, furthest South along Ireland St., the same applies. (3) On the SW corner of the building, near the motorcycle parking area, the curb ramp is steep and not located at a marked crossing. Also, the ramp is not located or protected to prevent obstruction by parked vehicles. (4)(5) On the West side of the building, at the access aisle for accessible parking, no barriers were identified.

Ramps: There are (2) ramps located around this building. (1) On the West side of the building, extending from the main building entrance to Ireland St., intermediate landings are not provided. Also, handrails are not provided continuously on both sides. (2) On the West side of the building, from the main entry extending toward the SE corner of the building, there are no handrails provided continuously on both sides.

Exterior Entrances: No barriers were identified.

Interior Signage: First floor signage has Braille and no barriers identified. The remaining floors will be replaced between semesters. Presently letters and numerals are not raised above the surface and no Braille is provided.

Restrooms: There are restrooms on all floors. No barriers were identified.

Fountains: There are high/low fountains provided on all floors of this building. No barrriers were identified.

Elevators: The emergency communication system requires voice communication. The elevators will be renovated in Summer 2010.

 

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