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Example 2 is a worksheet to move furniture that obstructs the pathways in one of the galleries. You can download a PDF version of Example 2, 81/2 inches x 14 inches. You must have Adobe Reader to view a PDF; for assistance in viewing PDF files visit www.astc.org/help.htm.
Location
Gallery 5
ADAAG
Horizontal Circulation, #4.3
Institutional priority
Immediate
Date this worksheet completed
May 5, 2000
Barriers to address and Steps to reach solutions
- Resources used for this plan: ADA Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings & Facilities, 4.3 "Accessible Route" and 4.4 "Protruding Objects;" Smithsonian Guidelines for Accessible Exhibitions, pp. 41-46; Everyone's Welcome, pp. 60-69.
- Barrier 1: Too narrow in 3 spots for a person with a mobility limitation to pass. Solution: Move furniture to widen route or create an alternate route that still provides access to all exhibits.
- Barrier 2: Two dead ends without sufficient maneuvering clearance to turn. Solution: Move furniture to open up dead ends, widen space to allow a five-foot turning diameter, or provide an alternative experience to the exhibits that are inaccessible.
- Barrier 3: Four protruding objects not cane-detectable (higher than 27 inches above floor). Solution: Move the protruding objects away from the circulation route, or place cane-detectable barriers under the protrusions.
Staff and others responsible
S. Simon, manager of exhibits
I. Newton, head of operations
Budgetary considerations
Staff time: 2 hours research, 2 hours moving furniture
Start date
May 2000
Expected completion date
June 2000
This web site is not intended to offer legal, architectural, engineering, or similar professional advice. Refer specific questions to an attorney or an ADA authority.
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