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III. IMPLEMENTATION CHECKLISTS
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Text in italics refers to existing constructions only. 13. ENTRANCES
Question	Possible solutions
Are the primary entrances to buildings accessible?	Redesign the entrance so that it will be accessible.
Is the approach to the entrance free of stairs and steps?	Construct a ramp.
In multi-storey buildings, does the accessible entrance permit access to a conveniently located elevator?	Provide an accessible route.
Is the accessible entrance clearly identifiable?	Add the international symbol of accessibility. Paint the entrance door with a colour that will contrast with the surrounding surface.
Are the entrance landing dimensions sufficient?	Enlarge the landing area.
Is the landing surface level and non-slippery?	Add a slip-resistant finish.
Can entrance doors operate independently?	Install a lighter door. Change the door opening mechanism.
Is the clear door width at least 0.90 m?	Enlarge the door opening. Install automatic sliding doors. Use swing clear hinge doors.
14. VESTIBULES
Question	Possible solutions
Is there enough space to maneuver between two sets of doors?	Enlarge the vestibule space. Install automatic sliding doors. n Install double-swinging doors. Remove the inside or second set of doors. Change the direction of the swing of the door.
15. DOORS
Question	Possible solutions
Can doors be opened without much effort?	Install lighter doors. Install power-assisted door openers.
Do automatic doors have a sufficiently long opening interval?	Adjust the opening interval.
Are push-buttons for automatic doors located at a maximum height of 1.20 m (not exceeding 1.40 m)?	Lower the height of buttons.
Is there sufficient space beside the latch side of the door?	Move the door. Move or remove obstructing partitioning.
Are accessible doors placed adjacent to revolving doors and turnstiles?	Install adjacent sliding or pivoting doors.
Are glazed doors marked with a coloured band at eye level?	Add a coloured band.
Is the clear width of straight access interior doors at least 0.75 m? Is the minimum clear width of interior doors at least 0.80 m? For double leaf doors, is the width of one of the leaves at least 0.80 m?	Enlarge door opening. Install offset or swing clear hinges.
Do door handles have a shape that is easy to grasp with one hand?	Install lever-type handles easy to operate with a closed fist. Install power-assisted door openers.
Do bathrooms doors and doors fitted with spring closers have an extra pull handle?	Install an extra pull handle.
Is manual door hardware (handles, locks, pulls, etc.) located no higher than 1.20 m (not exceeding 1.40 m)?	Adjust the height of the door hardware.
Are door mats flush with the floor surface and secured to the floor at all edges?	Replace or remove mats. Secure mats at edges.
Is the threshold no more than 20 mm high and beveled?	Remove high thresholds. Bevel both sides.
16. CORRIDORS
Question	Possible solutions
Is the minimum unobstructed width of low traffic corridors no less than 0.90 m? Is the unobstructed width of a public corridor no less than 1.50 m?	Widen the corridor. Locate passing areas at frequent intervals.
Does the corridor width allow maneuvring through doors located along its length?	Change the direction of the door swing. Widen the corridor. Remove door if possible.
Are differences in level bridged by ramps or lifts?	Install a lift. Construct a ramp.
17. REST ROOMS
Question	Possible solutions
Public rest rooms Is there at least one unisex rest room accessible to a wheelchair user?	Reconfigure rest rooms. Combine two water-closet stalls to create one unisex accessible rest room. Widen toilet stalls by moving one of the side partitions and/or installing outward-swinging door.
Is the accessible rest room identified by a sign?	Place the international symbol of accessibility.
Residential rest rooms Is there sufficient space inside the rest room to maneuver a wheelchair?	Enlarge rest room space.
Is there at least one accessible shower and/or bath-tub?	Reconfigure shower stalls. Enlarge rest room. Use the tiled floor area inside the rest room as a shower space.
Fixtures Are water-closets and bidets mounted at a height between 0.45 m and 0.50 m?	Adjust the height of wall mounted fixtures. Replace low floor mounted fixtures.
Is the distance between the toilet seat and the closest adjacent wall fitted with a grab bar between 0.45 and 0.50 m?	Adjust the location of fixtures. Install floor-mounted grab bars.
Is the accessible wash-basin mounted at a height between 0.80 m and 0.85 m?	Adjust the height of wall-mounted fixtures. Replace floor-mounted fixtures.
Are the accessible shower and the bath-tub provided with folding seats ?	Install a shower seat at a height between 0.45 m and 0.50 m. Adjust the height of seats.
Is the floor of the tub slip-resistant?	Change the finish material. Install a slip-resistant rubber mat.
Does the shower tub have a beveled threshold not exceeding 13 mm above the finished floor? Is the shower tub floor no lower than 20 m below the surrounding floor area?	Modify the shower tub.
Are grab bars installed in water closets, bath tubs and showers at a height between 0.85 m and 0.95 m? Do grab bars have a diameter between 30 mm and 40 mm? Do wall mounted grab bars have a clearance between 35 mm and 40 mm?	Install grab bars. Adjust mounting height.
Are grab bars non slip?	Replace grab bars. Add a knurled slip-resistant surface.
Can grab bars withstand loads?	Reinforce walls on which grab bars are installed.
Faucets Are faucets easy to grip and operate with one hand?	Replace faucets with single lever or push-button type.
Are telephone like shower fixtures with at least 1.50 m long hoses used in showers and bath tubs?	Replace hose.
Pipes Are hot water pipes insulated or covered?	Insulate or cover hot water pipes.
Accessories and controls Is the lower edge of mirrors positioned at a height not exceeding 1.00 m?	Lower or tilt high mirrors. Install another mirror on another wall.
Is the rest room equipped with an alarm system?	Install an alarm that can be set off by a push-button located at a maximum height of 1.20 m.
Are flushing arrangements, dispensers and toilet paper mounted between 0.50 m and 1.20 m?	Adjust the height of too high and too low fixtures.
Are flushing mechanisms easy to operate?	Change the flushing mechanism.
Flooring Is the flooring material skid-proof, well drained and waterproofed?	Change flooring material.
Doors Is the door opening at least 0.75 m?	Enlarge the door opening. Remove doors if privacy is not diminished.
Can doors be lockable from inside and releasable from outside under emergency situations?	Adjust door lock mechanism.
Do pivoted doors open outward?	Change the direction of the swing of the door.
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III. IMPLEMENTATION CHECKLISTS

13. ENTRANCES

14. VESTIBULES

15. DOORS

16. CORRIDORS

17. REST ROOMS