ACCE CCESSIBILITY ILITY AUDIT UDIT REPORT ORT for the
UP P CO COLLEGE E OF ARCH ARCHITECTURE URE UPCA Comple omplex, Epifanio Delos Santos Stre Street, University of the Philippines, Diliman Campu ampus, Quezon City ity 11 1101, Philippines Prepared by:
ARMAND MICHAE HAEL R. EUSTAQUIO, uap Architect, Accessibility Consultant
Accessibility Audit Report for the UP College of Architecture
TABLE OF CONTENTS Section I.
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Introduction
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II. Findings and Recommendations of Access Audit A. Site Development 1. Sidewalks 2. Long Main Entrance Ramp from Grade to Entrance Pavilion 3. Parking
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B. Building I 1. Ramp from Second Ground Level (Multi-Purpose Hall) to Third Ground Level (Theater Lobby Level) 2. Stairs from Second Level (Multi-Purpose Hall) to First Level (Gallery/Museum of Filipino Architecture Level) 3. Suspended Metal Stairs (Wood and Precast Concrete Treads) 4. Ramp at Entrance Pavilion 5. Portable Stage 6. Museum of Filipino Architecture (Level 1) 7. Toilet for Persons with Disabilities at the Third Level (Theater Lobby) and at the Second Floor (Multi-Purpose Hall)
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C. Building II 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
Main Entrance Ramp Series of Ramps Leading to the Basement Level Male and Female Toilets at Basement Floor Male and Female Toilets at the Ground Floor Classrooms Faculty Toilet and Bath Drafting Tables
D. Recommended Suppliers
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E. Signage and Way-Finding 1. The International Symbol of Access 2. Recommended Sizes of Signage Using the International Symbol of Access 3. Height of Letters in Signs 4. Mounting Height of Signs on Walls and Doors 5. Signs Protruding Over Walkways/Corridors/Sidewalks 6. Signs and labels for public rooms, areas, and places 7. Tactile Ground Surface Indicators 8. Tactile Maps and Directory Boards
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III. Conclusions
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IV. References
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I.
INTRODUCTION In January 1983, the United Nations declared 1983 to 1992 the International Decade of Disabled Persons. Less than two months after this declaration, Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 (BP344), otherwise known as An Act to Enhance the Mobility of Disabled Persons by Requiring Certain Buildings, Institutions, Establishments, and Public Utilities to Install Facilities and Other Devices, or the accessibility Law was passed into law on February 25, 1983. The Implementing Rules and Regulations of BP 344 were amended in 1994 and is the current version in use and being implemented by all Local Government Units, the DPWH, the DOTC, and all other concerned government agencies. The contents of this Access Audit Report were based primarily on the current and latest version of BP 344 or the Accessibility Law. The Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments are still undergoing peer review hence these can still change or be modified after the peer review. There may be variances in dimensions and clearances after the results of the peer review. Recommendations that are based on the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments are noted in this Plan Review Report.
II. FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE PLAN REVIEW A. Site Development 1. Sidewalks 1.1 Findings a. Work on the Site Development is not yet complete hence access to the gallery level from grade is difficult for persons with disabilities. b. There is no curb ramp in front of Building I. The nearest Curb ramp is in front of Building II at the drop-off. c. The sides of the curb ramp are not flared or chamfered and terminate abruptly. d. There is no signage to indicate this accessibility feature.
Fig. A.1.1 Image above shows curb ramp in front of the drop off at UP Arki Building II
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Fig. A.1.2 Image above shows dimensions of existing curb ramp in front of UP Arki Building II 1.2 Recommendations a. Provide accessible walkway in front of Building I from the sidewalk at the entrance to the gallery level (Museum of Filipino Architecture). b. Provide curb ramp of design shown in Fig. A.1.3 in front of UP Arki Building I to provide closer approach from the street for persons with disabilities who use wheelchairs. c. Provide flared sides with 1:12 slope on both sides of the existing curb ramp in accordance with Fig. A.1.3. on the existing curb ramp
Fig. A.1.3 Image above shows dimensions of proposed enhancements to existing curb ramp in front of UP Arki Building II d. Provide either pole mounted sign or pavement sign using the international symbol of access. Pavement signs should have minimum dimensions of 600mm X 600mm. Pole mounted signage should have minimum dimensions of 600mm X 600mm mounted at a minimum height of 2.00 meters as required by BP 344. The International Symbol of Access shall be composed of a white symbolized figure of a person in a wheelchair with a square background in United Nations Blue Color. The symbolized figure shall always face to the right. Provide directional arrows when the space/area/function being referred to is facing left.(Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.8) Hex value #5B92E5 Fig. A.1.2 Image of Signage to identify Accessible Ramps Using the International Symbol of Access
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2. Long Main Entrance Ramp from Grade to Entrance Pavilion 2.1 Findings a. The handrails are stylized with undulating heights and mostly beyond the reach of persons with disabilities who use wheelchairs. b. There are no continuous curbs on either side of the ramp. c. The first ramp run coming from the sidewalk is steep with a slope of about 1:9. The architectural drawings call for the ramp to straddle around the circular platform which could have achieved a 1:12 slope.
Fig. A.2.1 Image above shows a Portion of Architectural Drawings showing the intended length of ramp as per design
d. The vestibule just before entering the door to the Entrance Pavilion is less than the minimum 1.80 meters required by BP 344.
Fig. A.2.2 Image at left shows ramp with stylized handrails going up to the Entrance Pavilion of Arki Building I; Image also shows the steep first run of ramp from sidewalk
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e. There is a 30mm transition step from the ramp to the level of the Entrance Pavilion 2.2 Recommendations a. Based on Current Version of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344: 1) Retain the stylized handrails but add two sets of handrails on both sides of the ramp using “J-type” handrail supports (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments) facing the ramp/walkway. Each side of the ramp should have handrails mounted at a height of 700mm and 900mm measured from the finish floor of the ramp to the top of the handrail. (BP 344) 2) Install continuous curbs on both sides of the ramp with a minimum height of 100 mm.” (BP 344) See Fig. B.1.3. 3) Modify the first run of the long ramp according to the original design to increase the length of the ramp and to achieve a slope of 1:12 4) Provide chamfered or beveled transition from the finish floor level of the ramp to the finish floor level of the Entrance Pavilion.
Fig. A.2.3 Image above shows the minimum required handrails (left) and suggested handrails (right) with “J-Type” handrail supports (“Fig. A.3.2” in Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
5) Provide pole mounted sign or pavement sign using the international symbol of access at the start of the ramp. Pavement signs should have minimum dimensions of 600mm X 600mm. Pole mounted signage should have minimum dimensions of 600mm X 600mm mounted at a minimum height of 2.00 meters measured from the finish floor to the bottom of the sign as required by BP 344.
The International Symbol of Access shall be composed of a white symbolized figure of a person in a wheelchair with a square background in United Nations Blue Color. The symbolized figure shall always face to the right. Provide directional arrows when the space/area/function being referred to is facing left.(Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.8) Hex value #5B92E5
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Fig. A.2.4 Image of Signage for Accessible Ramps Using the International Symbol of Access
b. Based on Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments 1) Provide warning tactile blocks 300mm before the start of each ascent and descent in the ramp as shown in Fig. A.2.5 below.
Fig. A.2.5 Image above shows partial floor plan of Main Entrance Ramp to Building I with suggested warning tactile blocks to aid persons with visual impairments in going up and down the ramp. (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
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Fig. A.2.6 Image above shows details of Warning Tactile Blocks (from Fig. A.5.5 of Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments, p.12) 3. Parking 3.1 Findings a. There is no accessible parking slot for vehicles used by persons with disabilities. 3.2 Recommendations a. Provide at least one (1) accessible parking slot within the parking area that take into consideration the following: 1) Accessible parking slots shall have a minimum dimension of 3.70meters wide by 5.00 meters long. 2) Parallel parking is not safe for persons with disabilities. Item 1.3 under parking in the current version of BP 344 states that ”Wherever and whenever possible, accessible parking spaces should be perpendicular or at an angle to the road or circulation aisles.” 3) Item 1.8 under the same states further that “Parking spaces for the disabled should never be located at ramped or sloping areas;” 4) Identify the accessible parking slot with the signage using the international symbol of access. 5) Train the guards to allow only cars with passengers with disabilities to park on the accessible parking slot. (It would also be good for the guards to have a basic awareness on how to assist persons with disabilities.)
Fig. A.3.1 Image above shows typical Accessible Parking Slot [Fig. A.4.2: ACCESSIBLE PARKING SLOT (3D VIEW) in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments]
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B. UP Arki Building I 1. Ramp from Second Ground Level (Multi-Purpose Hall) to Third Ground Level (Theater Lobby Level) 1.1 Findings a. The handrails are mounted at heights of 970mm and 670mm and not 900mm and 700mm as prescribed by the Accessibility Law (BP 344). b. There is no continuous curb on the open side of the ramp. c. There is no directional signage to identify the ramp as an accessibility feature. d. The 300mm extensions at the ends of the handrails are not connected and do not level off as prescribed by BP 344.
Fig. B.1.1 Image at left shows view of ramp going down from 2nd Ground rd Level to 3 Ground Level
Fig. B.1.2 Image at left shows handrails that do not level off as required by BP 344.
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1.2 Recommendations a. Based on Current Version of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344: 1) Reposition the handrails on both sides of the ramp so that the top of the handrails are mounted at a height of 900mm and 700mm measured from the finish floor of the ramp. (i.e., Lower the handrails mounted at height of 950mm to 900mm and bring up the handrails mounted at a height of 650mm to 700mm.) Another option is to retain the existing handrails and attach secondary handrails mounted at 900mm and 700mm to the existing handrails measured from the finish floor to the top of the handrails. 2) Level off and connect the 300mm extensions at the top and bottom ends of the handrails as required by BP 344 and as shown in Fig. B.1.5. 3) Provide 100mm high curb at the base of the free standing handrails as shown in Fig. B.1.3 and Fig. B.1.5. Fig. B.1.3 Image of ramp with handrails using “Jtype” handrail supports; 300mm rounded extension at the ends of handrails; and curbs on both sides of the ramp (“Fig. A.1.5 CURB HEIGHT AT RAMP” in Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
Fig. B.1.4
Image above shows portion of drawings from the original design that show the mounting heights of handrails (0.65 and 0.95 meters).
Fig. B. 1.5 Image at left shows proposed modifications to mounting heights of handrails to enhance compliance with BP 344
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b. Based on Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments: 1) If the college would consider, it would be good to provide warning tactile blocks 300mm before the ramp at landings and level areas before the start of each ascent and descent to warn persons with visual impairment. While it may be true that it will be difficult for an undergraduate student with visual impairment to study architecture, a person with visual impairment may visit the college or be a lecturer or instructor of the college in the future (e.g., Arch. Jaime G. Silva, fuap on Property Management).
Fig. B. 1.6
Image above shows proposed Warning Tactile Blocks isntalled 300mm before the start of every ascent and descent of the ramp.
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2. Stairs from Second Level (Multi-Purpose Hall) to First Level (Gallery/Museum of Filipino Architecture Level)
Fig. B.2.1 Image above shows stairs connecting Ground Floors Level 1 and Level 2 of Arki Building I 2.1 Findings a. There are no handrails on either side of the stairs. b. There are no non-skid stair nosings. 2.2 Recommendations a. Based on the current version of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 1) Per item 9.3 in the current version of BP 344 “The leading edge of each step on both runner and riser should be marked with a paint or non-skid material that has a color and gray value which is in high contrast to the gray value of the rest of the stairs.” 2) Item 9.4 in the current version of BP 344 also states that, “A tactile strip 300 mm wide shall be installed before hazardous areas such as sudden changes in floor levels and at the top, bottom and intermediate landings of stairs; special care must be taken to ensure the proper mounting or adhesion of tactile strips so as not to cause accidents”. Though this provision in the current version of BP 344 has not been emphasized and has been poorly implemented the college can take the lead in the industry of the built environment by installing the tactile strips or warning tactile blocks.
Fig. B.2.2 Image at left shows partial plan showing recommended location of Warning Tactile Blocks
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b. Based on the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments: 1) Based on the current version of BP 344 there is no violation in the provisions for stairs in as far as handrails are concerned. Item 6.7 under Stairs in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments state that “Handrails shall be installed at 900 mm and 700 mm above stair treads. A 300 mm long extension of the handrail should be provided at the top and bottom, of stairs.” Even if the section on handrails for stairs in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments are approved, it would not be mandatory for the college to provide handrails unless the building undergoes a major renovation that would cost more than twenty percent (20%) of the total estimated cost of the existing building.
Fig. B.2.2
Image above shows an example of “double” handrail configuration for stairs. Image also shows non-skid nosings in high contrast color against stair treads and risers.
3. Suspended Metal Stairs (Wood and Precast Concrete Treads)
Fig. B.3.1 Images at left show free standing metal framed stairs; Leftmost Stairs has wooden treads; stairs at immediate left has precast concrete treads.
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3.1 Findings a. Majority of the stairs in the college are of the open stringer type and protruding nosing type. Item 9.2 of the current version of BP 344 states that “Slanted nosings are preferred than protruding nosings so as not to pose difficulty for people using crutches or braces whose feet have a tendency to get caught in protruding nosings; for the same reason, open stringers should be avoided.” Item 6.4 in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments amplifies this by replacing the word “should” with the word “shall” hence “Open stringers shall be avoided.” 3.2 Recommendations a. Based on the current version of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 1) It is difficult to modify the design of the existing suspended stairs with a design that is congruent with the design intent to the Architect on Record. While there are options like attaching a metal mesh or a metal plate to cover the open riser between treads, these will have to be approved by the Architect on Record. 2) With regard to the other stairs with wood treads some options are: a) Sand the front or “face” of the tread to make it slant towards the concrete base to minimize the protrusion. b) Install chamfered wood cleats or planks (of shape and profile acceptable to the Architect on Record), at the soffit of the protruding end of the wood treads to minimize if not eliminate the tripping hazard posed by the protruding edge of the treads. These will also need to be approved by the Architect on Record. b. Based on the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments: 1) Item 6.7 under Stairs in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments, “Handrails shall be installed at 900 mm and 700 mm above stair treads. A 300 mm long extension of the handrail should be provided at the top and bottom, of stairs.” 2) Even if the section on handrails for stairs in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments are approved, it would not be mandatory for the college to provide handrails because the amendments will not be retroactive. The college will be required to comply with the amendments, once approved, if the building undergoes a major renovation that would cost more than twenty percent (20%) of the total estimated cost of the existing building. 4. Ramp at Entrance Pavilion
Fig. B. 4.1 Image at left shows ramp at Entrance Pavilion
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4.1 Findings a. The finish of the ramp offers little frictional resistance. b. There are handrails on only one side of the ramp. c. There is no continuous curb on the cantilever side of the ramp. 4.2 Recommendations a. Enhance traction on the floor finish of the ramp with a flooring material that can be glued onto the existing slab like rubber tiles and carborondum strips subject to the approval of the Architect on Record. Section 2.1 of the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments state that “Slip resistant materials shall have a Coefficient of Friction of 0.6 for level surfaces and 0.8 for sloping surfaces (ASTM).” b. Provide wall mounted handrails on the side of the ramp adjacent to the exterior wall at a height of 900mm and 700mm measured from the finish floor line of the ramp to the top of the handrails. c. Provide a 100mm high curb at the inner / cantilever side of the ramp.
5. Portable Stage 5.1 Findings a. The stage is not accessible to a person who uses a wheelchair.
Fig. B.5.1 Image above shows stage at Level 2 5.2 Recommendations a. Fabricate a portable ramp with an overall length of 5.40 meters to achieve a slope of 1:12 Provide handrails at 900mm and 700mm from the finish of the ramp to the top of the handrails.
6. Museum of Filipino Architecture (Level 1) 6.1 Findings a. There is presently no accessible route for persons with disabilities to the Museum.
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6.2 Recommendations a. Develop the grounds in front of the building to provide an accessible entrance at grade level from the exterior of the building. 7. Toilet for Persons with Disabilities at the Third Level (Theater Lobby) and at the Second Floor (Multi-Purpose Hall)
Fig. B.7.1 Images of Existing Toilets for Persons with Disabilities at Third Level Ground and Second Floor Level 7.1 Findings a. The overall dimensions of the toilet are 1660mm x 2030mm. BP 344 requires a minimum dimension of 1800mm measured parallel to the long side of the watercloset. b. While the counter is 820mm high the rim of the basin type lavatory is 970mm high. This is much higher than the 800mm height required by BP 344 and difficult to use by persons with disabilities who use wheelchairs.
Fig. B.7.2 Image above shows original design of accessible toilet with a flush mounted counter. Image also shows grab bars mounted at 0.85 meter which is higher than the 0.85meters required by BP 344.
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c.
Although the architectural drawings show 850mm the grab bar at the wall adjacent to the water closet is mounted at a height of 975mm. This is much higher than the 800mm height required by BP 344. d. The centerline height of the light switch is 1400mm from the finish floor line. This is much higher than the maximum height of 1200mm required by BP 344. e. There is a 40mm step down at the Third Level Ground Floor toilet and a 50mm step down at the Second Floor Toilet. f. There is no signage to identify these toilets as toilets for persons with disabilities. 7.2 Recommendations a. The height of the lavatory counter itself is very close to the 800mm required by BP 344. The rim of the basin type lavatory is too high at 970mm. A simple wall hung lavatory mounted at a height of 800mm from the finish floor would suffice. The basin type counter can be reused if it can be mounted at a height of 800mm on a lower counter with a minimum clear legroom space of 600mm underneath.
Fig. B.7.2 Image above show details of proposed modifications to enhance the accessibility of the Accessible Toilet
b. Dismantle and reinstall the existing grab bar to a height of 800mm measured from the finish floor to the top of the grab bar (Current version of BP 344) or 300mm from the top of the toilet seat measured from the top of the toilet seat to the top of the horizontal grab bar (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments). This can also be enhanced to an L-type grab bar as shown in Fig. B.7.3 according to the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments.
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Fig. B.7.3
(“Fig. C.6.4: L-TYPE GRAB BAR” in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments page 35)
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Install an additional moveable grab (or outrigger) bar between the lavatory and watercloset as shown in Fig. B.7.3. The current version of BP 344 calls for one fixed grab bar at the adjacent wall and a moveable grab bar (aka outrigger/flip-up grab bar) as shown encircled in Fig.B.7.4 below and in Fig. B.7.2. The moveable grab bar shall extend 100mm from the edge of the protruding end of the watercloset. An example of a commercially available moveable grab bar is shown in Fig. B.7.5.
Fig. B.7.4
(“Fig. C.6.2 3D VIEW OF ACCESSIBLE TOILET FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES” in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments page 33)
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Fig. B.7.5 Image above shows Moveable Grab Bar (Outrigger/Flip-up Grab Bar) by Cellox d. Provide signage using the International Symbol of Access. Mounting height should be 1.50 meters from the finish floor to the center line of the sign if mounted on the door or adjacent wall.
C. UP Arki Building II 1. Main Entrance Ramp
Fig. C.1.1 Image at left shows main entrance ramp to Arki Building II.
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1.1 Findings a. The handrails of the ramp have a diameter of 60mm which is bigger than the range of 30mmØ to 50mmØ prescribed by the current version of BP 344. (38mmØ to 45mmØ in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments) This is not easy to grasp. b. The clear width varies from 1150 at the base to 970 at the top due to the protruding column.
Fig. C.1.2 Image at left shows column that reduces the effective clear width of the ramp and abruptly terminates the handrail on one side. c.
The handrails do not extend beyond the start and end of the ramp slope. There is no 300mm extension of the handrails. d. The handrails are mounted at 900mm and 750mm from the finish floor of the ramp to the top of each handrail. BP 344 requires the lower handrail to be mounted at a height of 700mm. e. There is no signage using the international symbol of access to identify the ramp as an accessibility feature. 1.2 Recommendations a. Replace the existing 60mmØ handrails with handrails between 38mmØ and 45mmØ as soon as practicable. b. Extend the handrails 300mm towards the level area or landing above and below the ramp. c. Widen the ramp width as it approaches elevation 0.00 or the first floor level to achieve a clear width of 1.20 meters measured from the protruding edge of column at the top of the ramp (column along grid line E between grid lines 7 and 8. d. Provide signage using the international symbol of access to identify the ramp as an accessibility feature. This can be wall mounted and installed at a height of 1.50meters measured from the finish floor to the centerline of the signage.
Fig. C.1.3 Image at left shows Signage to identify an Accessible Ramp using the International Symbol of Access
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2. Series of Ramps Leading to the Basement Level 2.1 Findings a. The handrails of the ramp have a diameter of 60mm which is bigger than the range of 30mmØ to 50mmØ prescribed by BP 344. (38mmØ to 45mmØ in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments) This is not easy to grasp. b. The average clear widths of the ramps are 980mm to 1000mm which does not comply with the 1200mm required by the current version of BP 344. c. There is no signage using the international symbol of access to identify the ramp as an accessibility feature. d. The handrails are mounted at 900mm and 750mm from the finish floor of the ramp to the top of each handrail. BP 344 requires the lower handrail to be mounted at a height of 700mm. e. The handrails are mounted at 900mm and 750mm from the finish floor of the ramp to the top of each handrail. 2.2 Recommendations a. Modify the layout of the cubicle intended for the use of persons with disabilities as shown in Fig. C.2.1 and C.2.2 b. Replace the existing 60mmØ handrails with handrails between 38mmØ and 45mmØ as soon as practicable. c. Extend the handrails 300mm towards the level area or landing above and below the ramp. d. Provide signage using the international symbol of access to identify the ramp as an accessibility feature. This can be wall mounted and installed at a height of 1.50 meters measured from the finish floor to the center of the signage.
Fig. C.2.1 Image at left shows Signage to identify an Accessible Ramp using the International Symbol of Access
4. Male and Female Toilets at Basement Floor 4.1 Findings a. There is a 30mm step going into the toilet. b. The main door uses cylindrical locksets. These are difficult to grasp and operate for persons with disabilities in their hands and arms. c. There is no accessible urinal. d. The lavatory counter is 820mm high, 20mm higher than what BP 344 prescribes. e. The lavatory faucets have cylindrical type valves and not lever type. f. The toilet cubicle intended for the use of persons with disabilities has overall dimensions of 1450mm x 1500mm which is not in accordance with BP 344 requirements for an accessible toilet cubicle. g. The existing location of the toilet cubicles/compartments in both the male and female toilets intended for use by persons with disabilities do not have the required turn about space of 1.50meters X 1.50meters just before entering the toilet compartment required by BP 344. h. The grab bars in the cubicle are 60mmØ and are mounted at a height of 930mm.
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i. j.
The light switches are mounted at a height of 1320mm measured from the finish floor to the centerline of the switch plate. There is no signage.
4.2 Recommendations a. Chamfer the 30mm step going down to the toilets with a minimum slope of 1:6; 1:12 is preferred using tiles of same material and color as existing adjacent floor. b. Replace the existing cylindrical lockset with a lever type lockset. c. Provide one urinal with grab bars as shown in Fig. C.4.2, Fig. C.4.3, and Fig. C.5.1. d. Replace the existing cylindrical valve faucets with a lever type faucet valves. e. Retain the existing toilet cubicles/compartments. Modify the existing adjacent toilet cubicles/compartments as shown in Fig. C.4.3. One (1) watercloset each will be removed from the male and female toilets to provide accessible toilet compartments. f. Provide 45mmØ grab bars with location and height as shown in Fig. C.4.3 g. Rewire the light switches in both the male and female toilets and remount to a lower height of 1.00 meters measured from the finish floor to the center of the switch cover plate. h. Provide signage using the international symbol of access on the door of the accessible toilet mounted at a height of 1.50 meters measured from the finish floor to the center of the signage. The sign should have a least dimension of 200mm. See Fig. C.4.1 below
Fig. C.4.1 Image at left shows signage for an accessible gang toilet with an accessible toilet compartment / cubicle.
Fig. C.4.2 Image at left shows the front elevation of an accessible urinal.
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Fig. C.4.3
Image above shows proposed modifications to the existing toilets to provide accessible toilet compartments for the male and female toilets; Image also shows accessible urinal. (Shaded walls indicate new proposed walls.
5. Male and Female Toilets at the Ground Floor 5.1 Findings a. There is a 30mm step going into the toilet. b. The main door uses cylindrical locksets. These are difficult to grasp and operate for persons with disabilities in their hands and arms. c. There is no accessible urinal. d. The lavatory counter is 850mm high, 50mm higher than what BP 344 prescribes.
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e. The toilet cubicle with grab bars has overall dimensions of 1170mm x 1500mm which is not in accordance with BP 344 requirements for an accessible toilet cubicle/compartment. f. The maneuvering space just outside the toilet cubicles/compartments intended for persons with disabilities in both the male and female toilets is less than the 1.50meters X 1.50 meters required by BP 344. This makes it difficult for a person who uses a wheelchair to maneuver going in and getting out of these cubicles/compartments. g. The grab bars in the cubicle/compartment for persons with disabilities are 60mmØ and are mounted at a height of 870mm. h. The light switches are mounted at a height of 1380mm measured from the finish floor to the centerline of the switch plate. i. There is no signage. 5.2 Recommendations a. Chamfer the 30mm step going down to the toilets with a minimum slope of 1:6; 1:12 is preferred with tiles of same material and color as existing adjacent floor. b. Replace the existing cylindrical lockset with a lever type lockset. c. Provide one urinal with grab bars as shown in Fig. C.5.1 and Fig. C.5.2 and Fig. C.4.2. d. Retain the cubicle intended for use by persons with disabilities in the male toilet. e. Modify the existing toilet cubicles/compartments to provide a single passenger, common accessible toilet as shown in Fig. C.5.2. Remove one urinal from the male toilet and add one watercloset in the female toilet. f. Provide grab bars in both male and female toilets with handrails with appropriate diameter between 38mmØ and 45mmØ with configuration and mounting heights as shown in Fig. B.7.3 and Fig. B.7.4. g. Provide a light switch for this common accessible toilet mounted at a height of 1.00 meters measured from the finish floor to the center of the switch cover plate. h. Provide signage using the international symbol of access on the door of the proposed accessible toilet mounted at a height of 1.50 meters measured from the finish floor to the center of the signage. The sign should have minimum dimensions of 200mm as shown in Fig. C.4.1.
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Fig. C.5.1 Image at left shows an Accessible Urinal [Fig. C.6.7: ACCESSIBLE URINAL (SIDE ELEVATION) in the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments. page 36]
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Fig. C.5.2 Image above shows one (1) common accessible single passenger toilet. Image also shows suggested location of accessible urinal. Shaded walls indicate proposed new walls.
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6. Classrooms 6.1 Findings a. The doors make use of cylindrical locksets. 6.2 Recommendations a. Replace the existing cylindrical locksets with lever type locksets.
7. Faculty Toilet and Bath 7.1 Findings a. The faculty toilets and bath for both men and women are not accessible to persons with disabilities. 7.2 Recommendations a. Neither the present version of BP 344 nor the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments requires separate accessible toilets for faculty/staff and students. The following are some points to consider: 1) The College of Architecture may have a faculty member with disabilities in the future. (Mapua has Arch. Don De Vera in its faculty. Arch. De Vera uses a wheelchair.) 2) Qualified Persons with Disabilities cannot be discriminated against employment on the basis of having a disability. 3) If the college does have a faculty member with disabilities: a) He/she can use share the regular accessible toilet with students b) Or the college can convert one or both of the faculty toilets and bath to have an accessible toilet and shower. b. Should the college choose to convert the existing faculty toilets and baths to make them accessible: 1) Replace the existing cylindrical locksets with lever type locksets. 2) Modify the T & B’s as suggested and shown in Fig. C.7.1 and Fig. C.7.2
Fig. C.7.1
Image above shows Roll-in Shower (Fig. C.6.8: 3D VIEW OF WALK-IN-SHOWER in Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments. page 37)
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Note: Neither the current version of BP 344 nor the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments have guidelines for an accessible toilet and bath. Fig. C.7.2 is based on a combination of the dimensional clearances of the current version of BP 344’s guidelines for an accessible toilet compartment and the Draft BP 344 IRR Amendment’s recommendations for an accessible roll-in shower.
Fig. C.7.2
Image above shows suggested Accessible Faculty Toilet and Roll-in Shower Combination.
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8. Drafting Tables 8.1 Findings a. The height of the writing surface and the leg room clearance of all the drafting tables are not designed to be used conveniently by a person who uses a wheelchair. 8.2 Recommendations a. Provide specially designed drafting tables with the following critical anthropometrical clearances for persons with disabilities: 1) Minimum clear vertical legroom clearance : 600mm 2) Minimum clear horizontal legroom clearance : 800mm 3) Maximum drawing surface height : 750mm b. Provide accessible drafting tables using the following ratio: Total Seating Capacity Accessible Drafting Tables 4 to 50 2 51 to 300 4 301 to 500 6 Table C.8.1 Cuurent BP 344 Standards for Accessible Seating Capacities in Places of Assembly
Fig. C.8.1 Image at left shows large drafting table
Fig. C.8.2 Image at left shows small drafting table
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D. Recommended Suppliers/Manufacturers 1. Grab Bars with traction Grip Surface: Builders Outlets
CELLOX Brand available at Wilson
Fig. D.1.1 Image of Moveable Grab Bar (aka Outrigger/Flip-Up Grab bar) by Cellox
Fig. D.1.2 Image of Fixed L-Type Grab Bar by Cellox
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2. Warning Tactile Blocks a.
“SOL” brand of approved equal Warning Tactile Tiles available at Wilson Builders Outlets.
Fig. D.2.1 Image at left shows commercially available Warning Tactile Blocks
b. ACCESS PRODUCTS INC. 241 Main Street • Suite 100 • Buffalo, NY 14203 T: (888) 679.4022 F: (877) 679.4022 www.accesstile.com, www.accessproducts.com
Fig. D.2.2 Image at left shows Warning Tactile Blocks available in the U.S.
E. Signage and Way Finding 1. International Symbol of Access Fig.E.1.1 Image of the International Symbol of Access
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All signage for way way-finding finding that lead to accessibility features accommodations shall incorporate the International Symbol of Access.
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The International Symbol of Access shall be composed of a white symbolized figure of a person in a wheelchair with a square background in United Nations Blue Color. The symbolized figure shall always face to the right. Provide directional arrows when the space/area/function being referred to is facing left.(Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.8) Directional and information (Audi (Audio, Visual, and Tactile) signage shall be located at points that can be conveniently seen, heard, and felt by all persons with disabilities. (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.9) 2. Recommended Sizes of Signage Using the International Symbol of Access Viewing Distance (m) Size (mm) Up to 7.0 60 x 60 7.0 to 18.0 100 x 100 Above 18.0 200 x 200 t0 450 x 450 Table E.2.1 (Table A.5.1; Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.9)
3. Height of Letters in Signs Required Viewing Distance (m) Minimum Height of Letters (mm) 1.5 50 2.0 60 2.5 100 3.0 120 4.5 150 6.0 200 8.0 250 Table E.3.2 (Table A.5.1; Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.9) 4. Mounting Height of Signs on Walls and Doors Fig. E.4.1 Mounting Height of Signs Mounted on Walls and Doors (Draft BP 344 IRR mendments Fig. A.5.3: SIGN Amendments ON DOORS & WALLS, p.10)
5. Signs Protruding Over Walkways/Corridors/Sidewalks Should a sign protrude into a sidewalk/walkway or route, a minimum vertical clearance of 2.00 m should be provided. Obstacles, projections or other protrusions shall be avoided in pedestrian areas such as sidewalks/walkways, halls, corridors, passageways or aisles. Pedestrians with visual impairments often travel using the e edge of the building line, hence, objects mounted on walls, posts, or sides of buildings, should therefore not protrude more than 100 mm into sidewalks/walkways and corridors. (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.10, Item 5.5)
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6. Signs and labels for public rooms, areas, and places should have tactile symbols, letters or numbers that should be embossed with a minimum height of 1 mm; Braille symbols shall be incorporated in signs indicating public places and safety routes. (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.11,Sec p.11,Section on Signages) 7. Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.11,Section on Signages) Positional, directional, and warning tactile blocks must be provided to warn people with visual impairments that they are approaching: 6.1. Stairways, s, other than fire exit stairs 6.2 Escalators 6.3 Passenger conveyors or moving walks 6.4 Ramps other than fire-exit fire ramps, curb ramps, swimming pool ramps 6.5 In the absence of suitable protective barriers: a. overhead obstructions less than 2.0 m above floor level b. areas where pedestrian and vehicular traffic intersect.
Table. E.7.1 Description of Types of Detectable Warning Surfaces (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments Table. A.5.2, p.12) 2) Tactile ground surface indicators should have a 50% contrasting gray value from adjacent floor finishes. (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.11,Section on Signages)
Fig.E.7.1 Detail of Warning Tactile Block (Fig.A.5.5 in Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments, mendments, p.1 p.12)
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Fig.E.7.2 Detail of Positional Tactile Block (Fig.A.5.6 in Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments, mendments, p.1 p.12) Note:
This Plan Review Report did not yet recommend the use of Positional Tactile Blocks because there is no known supplier at the moment.
Fig.E.7.3 Detail of Directional Tactile Block (Fig.A.5.7 in Draft BP 344 IRR A Amendments, p.13) 8.0
Tactile Maps and Directory Boards (Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.12) Character Proportion 8.1 Tactile letters and numbers on signs shall have a width to height ratio between 3:5 and 1:1 and a stroke width to height ratio between 1:5 and 1:10 8.2 Raised and Brailled Characters and Pictorial Symbol Signs (Pictograms) Letters and numerals shall be rais raised ed 0.75mm, upper case, sans serif or simple serif type and shall be accompanied with Grade 2 Braille. Raised characters shall be at least 16mm high, but no higher than 50mm. Pictograms shall be accompanied by the equivalent verbal description placed direct directly ly below the pictogram. The border dimension of the pictogram shall be 150mm minimum in height.
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III. CONCLUSION The findings of this Accessibility Audit Report on Building I and Building II of the U.P. College of Architecture were based on Physical Facilities Audits and the Architectural drawings that were available. Care should be taken by the implementor to properly communicate to the Contractor the details of the recommendations made in this Accessibility Audit Report. Shop drawings submitted by the Contractor based on the the recommendations of this report should be carefully reviewed by the implementor. Shop drawings may be referred to this Accessibility Consultant for review.
IV. REFERENCES 1. National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons (NCWDP) Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 (Accessibility Law) and its Implementing Rules and Regulations, NCWDP,1995. 2. Draft Amendments to Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 July 10, 2013
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