PLAN REVIEW REPORT for COMPLIANCE With the ACCESSIBILITY LAW on the UP Diliman Football Grandstand Building University of the Philippines, Diliman Campus, Quezon City 1101, Philippines Prepared by:
ARMAND MICHAEL R. EUSTAQUIO, UAP Architect, Accessibility Consultant
Plan Review Report for Compliance with the Accessibility Law For the Proposed UPD Football Grandstand Building
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FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS NDATIONS A.
Ground Floor Plan 1. Ramps 1.1 Findings a. By approximation the change in grade from the ground floor to the lowest point of the second floor is 1.00M. This will require a to total ramp run of 12.00M. From rom the Ground Floor Plan the ramps have a horizontal length of only 9.00M. b. The side ramps have handrails on one side only only. c.
The middle ramp has no handrails.
1.2 Recommendations a. Increase the length of at least one (1) of the three ramps preferably the main ramp at the center of the grandstand to make it BP344 compliant.. Provide a landing 1.50M long at the ramp’s mid-height.. b. Provide handrails on both sides of the designated accessible ramp(s) s) as shown in Fig. A.1.1, Fig. A.1.2, and Fig. A.1.3.
Fig.A.1.1
Image above shows the typical details of handrails recommended for accessible ramps with changes in grade 170MM and greater. greater (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
Plan Review Report for Compliance with the Accessibility Law For the Proposed UPD Football Grandstand Building
Fig.A.1.2
Image above shows the details of handrails and warning tactile blocks recommended for accessible ramps with changes in grade 170MM and greater. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
Fig.A.1.3
Image above shows typical continuous curbs on both sides of an accessible ramp. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
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Plan Review Report for Compliance with the Accessibility Law For the Proposed UPD Football Grandstand Building 2. Toilets for Persons with Disabilities 2.1. Findings a. The door of the toilet for Persons with Disabilities swings inward. 2.2. Recommendations a. Make the door 850MM wide (minimum) or 950MM (preferred) and swing out. (Please see Fig. A.2.1, Fig. A.2.2. Doors that swing out make it safer and easier to rescue the occupant in the event of slips or falls. It is possible to injure an occupant who falls within the swing radius of a cubicle door that swings in when forcibly opening the door if rescue is needed. b. Specify lever-type locksets. c. Show dimensional clearances in the details of the toilet for persons with disabilities as illustrated in Fig. A.2.3, Fig. A.2.4, Fig. A.2.5, and Fig. A.2.6.
Fig.A.2.1
Image above shows recommended clear door opening for the swing out door of the accessible toilet. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
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Fig.A.2.2
Fig.A.2.3
Image above shows recommended clear door opening for the sliding door of the accessible toilet. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
Image above shows the details, dimensions, and clearances of an Accessible Toilet. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
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Fig.A.2.4
Image above shows the details of dimensions and clearances of the watercloset and grab bars of the Accessible Toilet. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
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Fig. A.2.5
Image above shows detailed dimensions and details of the L-type grab bar installed at the wall adjacent to the water closet. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
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Fig. A.2.6
Image above shows in 3D view the details of the moveable grab bar (also called outrigger). (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
B. Second Floor Plan 1. Access 1.1 Findings a. There is no access for persons with disabilities to the Second Floor in case there ever comes a time when there is a VIP with disabilities. 1.2 Recommendations a. If the project’s budget is unable to accommodate a platform lift at this time, identify the location for a possible lift in the future. 2. Toilets 1.1 Findings a. There is no accessible toilet. 1.2 Recommendations a. Make the toilet an accessible toilet with the details as shown in Fig. A.2.3, Fig. A.2.4, Fig.A.2.5, and Fig. A.2.6.
C. Recommendations for Stairs 1. The 2013 Draft IRR Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 or the accessibility Law requires stairs to conform with the following guidelines: 1.1 Uniform risers of 150 mm (maximum) and treads of 300 mm (minimum) shall be used. 1.2 Tread surfaces shall be of slip-resistant material; nosings shall be slip resistant to further minimize slipping.
Plan Review Report for Compliance with the Accessibility Law For the Proposed UPD Football Grandstand Building 1.3 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. [Please see Fig. C.1.1.] 1.4 Open stringers shall be avoided. 1.5 The leading edge of each step on both runner and riser should be marked with a paint or non-skid skid material that has a color and gray value which is in high contrast to the gray value of the rest of the stairs. 1.6 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 o as not to cause accidents. 1.7 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. 1.8 Stair handrails shall be continuous throughout the entire length length and extend not less than 300 mm beyond the top and bottom step.
Fig. C.1.1
Image above shows preferred slanted nosings over protruding nosings. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)
D. Recommendations for Signage and Way-Finding Way 1. The International Symbol of Access 1.1 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 pace/area/function being referred to is facing left.(Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments p.8) Hex value #5B92E5 1.2 All directional signs and way way-finding finding aids for accessibility shall use the International Symbol of Access.
Plan Review Report for Compliance with the Accessibility Law For the Proposed UPD Football Grandstand Building
Fig. D.1.1 Image at left shows the International Symbol of Access with its trademark white graphics on “United Nations” Blue colored background. (Image Credit: International Symbol of Access)
2. Parking 2.1. Signage for accessible parking slots shall have both pavement and pole mounted signs. 2.2. Pavement signs shall have a least dimension of 600mm (1200MM preferred). 2.3. Wall-mounted signage shall have least dimension of 600mm mounted at a minimum height of 2.00 M. measured from the finish floor to the bottom of the sign as required by BP 344 as shown in Fig. D.2.1, Fig. D.2.2, and Fig. D.2.3.
Fig. D.2.1 Image at left shows the dimensions of an accessible parking slot delineated with traffic paint and the International Symbol of Access. (Image Credit: International Symbol of Access)
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Fig.D.2.2 Image at left shows the dimensions of an accessible parking slot delineated with traffic paint and the ISO standard sign for parking for vehicles of or with passenger(s) with disabilities. (Image Credit: ISO and the International Symbol of Access)
Fig.D.2.3
Image above shows pole mounted signage using the ISO standard sign for accessible parking with the International Symbol of Access. (Image Credit: ISO and the International Symbol of Access)
3. Dropped Sidewalks 3.1. Signage for all dropped sidewalks shall have both pavement and pole mounted signs. The pavement sign shall have a least dimension of 600mm (1200MM preferred). Wall-mounted signage shall have least dimension of 600mm mounted at a minimum height of 2.00 M. measured from the finish floor to the bottom of the sign as required by BP 344 as shown in Fig. D.3.1 and Fig. D.3.2. 3.2. Pole mounted signage is very helpful for persons who use wheelchairs who have a low line of sight so they can easily locate dropped sidewalks and accessible ramps.
Plan Review Report for Compliance with the Accessibility Law For the Proposed UPD Football Grandstand Building
Fig.D.3.1
Fig.D.3.2
Image above shows dropped sidewalk with pavement signage using the International Symbol of Access. (Image Credit: International Symbol of Access)
Image above shows dropped sidewalk with pole mounted signage using the International Symbol of Access. (Image Credit: International Symbol of Access)
4. Accessible Ramp(s) 4.1 Signage for accessible ramps shall be pole mounted. Pole mounted signs shall have least dimension of 600mm mounted at a minimum height of 2.00M. measured from the finish floor to the bottom of the sign as required by BP 344 as shown in Fig. D.3.2.
5. Accessible Toilets 5.1 Signage for accessible toilets could be either wall or door mounted. Both wall and door mounted signage shall have least dimension of 200mm. It shall be mounted at a height of 1.50 M. measured from the finish floor to the center of the sign as required by BP 344 as shown in Fig. D.5.1. Prepared by: Armand Michael R. Eustaquio, Architect, Accessibility Consultant
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Fig.D.5.1
Image above shows the mounting height of the International Symbol of Access on the door of the accessible toilets. (Image Credit: International Symbol of Access)
6. Directional and Way-Finding Signs 6.1 Directional signage and way-finding signage shall incorporate the International Symbol of Access with directional arrows to lead persons with disabilities to accessible facilities and features of the building. Please see Fig. D.6.1.
200MM (Minimum) For Indoor Use 600MM (Minimum) For Outdoor Use
400MM (Minimum) For Indoor Use 1.20M (Minimum) For Outdoor Use Fig. D.6.1
Image above shows the appropriate size and details of directional and way-finding signs using arrows. (Image Credit: International Symbol of Access)
Plan Review Report for Compliance with the Accessibility Law For the Proposed UPD Football Grandstand Building E. Recommended Suppliers/Manufacturers 1. Grab Bars with traction Grip Surface:
CELLOX Brand available at Wilson Builders Outlets
Photo E.1.1
Photo at left shows Moveable Grab Bar (a.k.a. Outrigger/Flip-Up Grab bar) by Cellox
Photo E.1.2
Photo at left shows Fixed L-Type Grab Bar by Cellox
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II. REFERENCES 1. National Council for the Welfare of Disabled Persons (NCWDP) Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 (Accessibility Law) and it’s Implementing Rules and Regulations, NCWDP, 1995. 2. Draft Amendments to Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 July 10, 2013 3. Floor plans of the proposed UP Football Grandstand Building from University of The Philippines OVPD and OPDI.
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