PLAN REVIEW REPORT for COMPLIANCE With the ACCESSIBILITY LAW on the UP Diliman Swimming Stadium Building University of the Philippines, Diliman Campus, Quezon City 1101, Philippines

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ARMAND MICHAEL R. EUSTAQUIO, UAP Architect, Accessibility Consultant

Accessibility Audit Report of the Proposed UP Diliman Swimming Stadium Building

TABLE OF CONTENTS Section I.

Introduction

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II. Findings and Recommendations A. Basement Floor Plan 1. Accessible Ramp from Basement to Ground Floor

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2. Public toilets

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3. Concessioners’ Fit-Out Design Guidelines

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B. Ground Floor Plan 1. Accessible to Main Entrance

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2. Access to Basement Floor

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3. Reception Counter

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4. Concessioner’s Dining and Serving Area

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5. Common Toilet for Persons with Disabilities

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6. Accessible Toilet and Bath (Female & Male)

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7. Lockers

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8. Benches

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9. Pre-Swim Showers

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10. Olympic Size Competition Pool and Recovery/Learner Pool

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C. Second Floor Plan 1. Seating for Persons with Disabilities

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2. Toilets

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3. Classrooms, Offices, Conference Room

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D. Recommendations for Elevator

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E. General Recommendations for Stairs

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F. Recommendations for Signage and Way-Finding

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G. Recommended Suppliers/Manufacturers

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III. 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 [Persons with Disabilities] 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 Accessibility Audit Report for Compliance with Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 (BP344) or the Accessibility Law were based primarily on the current version of BP344 or the Accessibility Law. References were made to the July 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments of BP344 to cover areas not yet considered in the current version of BP344. The draft amendments are still undergoing peer review hence these can still change or be modified afterwards. There may be variances in dimensions and clearances after the results of the peer review. Recommendations based on the July 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments are noted in this Plan Review Report.

II. FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS A. BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN 1. Accessible Ramp from Basement to Ground Floor 1.1 Findings a. The floor to floor elevation from the Basement Finish Floor to the Ground Finish Floor is 3.30M. While there is a ramp going down to the basement from the ground floor with a total ramp run of 24.00M this is good only for a change in grade 2.00M. The same ramp has no landings for every 6.00M ramp run as required by BP344. 1.2 Recommendations a. Provide an accessible ramp with eight (8) equal ramp runs of 5.00M each with 1.50M landings in between each run for an overall ramp run of 40.00M as shown in Fig. A.1.1 with details as shown in Fig. A.1.2, and Fig. A.1.3, Fig. A.1.4, and Fig. A.1.5. b. If within the budget and if feasible extend the elevator to reach the basement floor. c. Provide signage using the international symbol of access as shown in Section F of this Plan Review Report.

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Fig. A.1.1

Image above shows the recommended accessible ramp from the basement going up to the ground floor.

Fig. A.1.2

Image above shows the heights of the required handrails both sides of an accessible ramp. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

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Fig.A.1.3

Fig. A.1.4

Image above shows the minimum required and suggested profile of the required handrails on both sides of an accessible ramp. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

nimum required and Image above shows a closer view of the minimum suggested J J-type handrail design for accessible ramps. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

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Fig.A.1.5

Image above shows the required continuous curb on both sides of an accessible ramp. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

2. Public Toilets 2.1 Findings a. There dimensions of the designated toilet cubicles for persons with disabilities in the female and male toilets are less than the required minimum clear dimensions of BP344. b. The cubicle doors swing inwards into the cubicle. c. The watercloset is a little too far from the face of the adjacent wall. d. The finish toilet floor is lower than the main basement finish floor by 50MM. 2.2 Recommendations a. Modify the designated toilet cubicles for persons with disabilities in the female and male toilets in accordance with Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 as shown in Fig. A.2.1, Fig. A.2.2, Fig. A.2.3, Fig. A.2.4, Fig. A.2.5, and Fig. A.2.6. b. Make the doors of the accessible toilet cubicles swing out. 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 inwards when forcibly opening the door if rescue is needed. c.

In addition to the grab bars mounted at the adjacent wall and the rear of the watercloset provide moveable grab bars (outriggers) as shown in Fig.A.2.3 and Fig. A.2.5. Provide also vertical grab bars as shown in Fig. A.2.5 and Fig. A.2.6. The grab bar behind the watercloset can be retained.

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d. For the male toilet make the urinal located closest to the lavatory counter an accessible urinal with details as shown in Fig. A.2.7 and Fig. A.2.8. e. Provide a sloped floor transition and not a dropped floor transition from the main basement finish floor to the toilet finish floor as shown in Fig.A.2.9. IT IS IMPORTANT TO USE TILES WITH A COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION OF 0.80 (ASTM) FOR THE SLOPED TILE TRANSITION TO AVOID SLIPS AND FALLS. f.

Make lavatory countertops 800MM high with clear leg room space underneath the counter not less than 650MM as shown in Fig. A.2.10.

Fig. A.2.1 Image at left shows the recommended details of the accessible male toilet cubicle.

Fig. A.2.2 Image at left shows the recommended details of the accessible female toilet cubicle.

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Fig. A.2.3

Image above shows the detailed dimensions of an Accessible Toilet. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

g. Provide signage using the international symbol of access as shown in Section F of this Plan Review Report.

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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 Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

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Fig. A.2.5

Image above shows in 3D view the details of the moveable grab bar (also called outrigger). (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

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Fig. A.2.6

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 Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

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Fig. A.2.7

Image above shows the front elevation of an accessible urinal. urinal (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344) 344

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Fig. A.2.8

Image above shows the side elevation of an accessible urinal. urinal (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344) 344

Fig. A.2.9

BASEMENT FIN.FLR. ELEV: -3300MM

TOILET FIN.FLR. ELEV: -3350MM

Image at left shows in section the recommended 1:12 ramped change in grade from the main basement finish floor of the to the toilet finish floor to coincide with the tile finish or tile cut. IT IS IMPORTANT TO SPECIFY A FLOOR FINISH WITH A COEFFICIENT FRICTION OF 0.80 (ASTM) FOR THE RAMPED PORTION OF THE TH FLOOR TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL SLIPS SLI OR FALLS IN THIS SLOPED TRANSTITION.

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Fig. A.2.10

Image above shows a 3D view of an accessible lavatory counter. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

3. Concessioners’ Fit-Out Design Guidelines 3.1 Recommendations a. Require all concessioners who will install thresholds to provide accessible thresholds with details as shown in Fig. A.3.1. b. For food and other concessioners the 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 require “Restaurants, Eateries, and other Dining Establishments” to conform with the following guidelines: 1) Provisions of access shall be made available to persons with disabilities for all eating outlets and establishments, such as hawker centers, food courts or centers, fast food outlets, restaurants, and the like. 2) A circulation path of at least 1.20 m wide shall be provided in front of the stalls. 3) An accessible route with a minimum clear width of 900 mm shall be provided from the circulation path to the tables intended for persons with disabilities. 4) Where fixed seating is provided in eating outlets and establishments, at least one (1) table for every ten (10) tables or part thereof shall be provided for use by persons with disabilities or at least two tables, whichever is the greater. 5) The height of the table provided for persons with disabilities shall not be higher than 780 mm with a minimum clear knee space of 600 mm high and 480 mm deep.

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Fig.A.3.1

Image above shows the maximum 19MM threshold allowed in the 2013 Draft Amendments to Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 with a slope of 1:8. (Image Credit: 2013 draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

730MM – 780MM

1.20M

Fig. A.3.2

800MM

Image above shows a 3D view of a typical accessible check-out check counter for a concessioner. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344) 344

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B. GROUND FLOOR PLAN 1. Access to Main Entrance 1.1 Findings a. In the absence of the Site Development Plan it is not clear if there is in fact a 150MM change in grade from the walkway immediately outside the building line to the finish ground floor level with no accessible ramp. b. There appears to be a 150MM change in grade from the inner perimeter walkway to the outer perimeter walkway around the building at the rear from grid lines A to F and on the left side of the building from grid lines 1’ to 8. 1.2 Recommendations a. Provide an accessible ramp that complies with the requirements of BP344for every change in grade from the driveway all the way to the finish ground floor level. b. Provide signage using the international symbol of access as shown in Section F of this Plan Review Report.

2. Access to Basement Floor 2.1 Findings a. The ramp going down to the basement floor does not comply to the requirements of BP344. 2.2 Recommendations a. Provide an accessible ramp as shown in Fig. B.2.1 and Fig. B.2.2.

Fig. B.2.1

Image above shows the plan of the proposed accessible ramp from the ground floor going down to the basement.

Fig. B.2.2

Image above shows the section of the proposed accessible ramp from the ground floor going down to the basement.

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b. Provide signage using the international symbol of access as shown in Section F of this Plan Review Report.

3. Reception Counter Recommendations 3.1. For reception counter a counter height of 730MM to 780MM is recommended. If higher counter heights are preferred provide at least an 800MM wide portion of the entire counter that is 730MM to 780MM high to be accessible for persons who use wheelchairs. The lowered portion can be the Persons with Disabilities Counter. 3.2. Provide signage in accordance with Section F on Recommendations for Signage and Way-Finding to identify counters for persons with disabilities (NEVER use the term “Disabled” or “Handicapped” please.)

4. Concessioner’s Dining and Serving Area Recommendations: For the concessioner at the main entrance the 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 require “Restaurants, Eateries, and other Dining Establishments” to conform to the following guidelines: 4.1 Provisions of access shall be made available to persons with disabilities for all eating outlets and establishments, such as hawker centers, food courts or centers, fast food outlets, restaurants, and the like. 4.2 A circulation path of at least 1.20 m wide shall be provided in front of the stalls. 4.3 An accessible route with a minimum clear width of 900 mm shall be provided from the circulation path to the tables intended for persons with disabilities. 4.4 Where fixed seating is provided in eating outlets and establishments, at least one (1) table for every ten (10) tables or part thereof shall be provided for use by persons with disabilities or at least two tables, whichever is the greater. 4.5 The height of the table provided for persons with disabilities shall not be higher than 780 mm with a minimum clear knee space of 600 mm high and 480 mm deep.

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730MM – 780MM

1.20M

Fig. B.4.1

800MM

Image above s shows a 3D view of a typical accessible check-out check counter for a concessioner. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344) 344

5. Common Toilet for Persons with Disabilities 5.1 Findings a. The size of the toilet for persons with disabilit disabilities ies is well within the required minimum clear dimensions required by BP344. . 5.2 Recommendations a. Provide the common toilet for persons with disabilities with the same hand dryers provided in the regular female and male toilets. toilets Mounted the hand dryer in su such ch a way such that the operable controls are not less than 920MM from the finish toilet floor nor more than 1.20M from the finish toilet floor. b. Provide also a moveable grab bar or outrigger as shown in Fig. B.5.1 and details as shown in Fig. A.2.3, Fig. A.2.4, Fig. A.2.5, and Fig. A.2.6.

Fig. B.5.1 Image at left shows the proposed location for the accessible toilet, shower & changing room.

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6. Accessible Toilet and Bath (Female & Male) 6.1 Findings a. There is no fixture layout. 6.2 Recommendations a. Provide fixture layout as shown in Fig. B.6.1 and Fig. B.6.2 with details as shown in Fig. A.2.3, Fig. A.2.4, Fig. A.2.5, Fig. A.2.6, and Fig. B.6.3. b. Provide signage using the international symbol of access as shown in Section F of this Plan Review Report.

Fig. B.6.1 Image at left shows the recommended fixture layout for the female accessible toilet & bath (roll-in-shower).

Fig. B.6.2 Image at left shows the recommended fixture layout for the male accessible toilet & bath (roll-in-shower).

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Fig. B.6.3

Image above shows the dimensions and details of an accessible shower (roll-in-shower) (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

7. Lockers Recommendations: 7.1. The 2013 Draft Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 IRR Amendments require “at least 5 percent, but not less than one of each type (full, half, quarter, etc.) must be accessible”. 7.2. Provide signage to identify the accessible lockers using the international symbol of access as shown in Section F of this Plan Review Report.

8. Benches For Accessible Benches the 2013 Draft Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 IRR Amendments require the following: Accessible benches are required in dressing, fitting, and locker rooms, and where seating is provided in saunas and steam rooms. Benches must have a clear floor space positioned to allow persons using wheelchairs or other mobility devices to approach parallel to the short end of a bench seat. In saunas and steam rooms, this floor space may be obstructed by readily removable seats.

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Benches must have seats that are a minimum of 508 mm to a maximum of 600 mm in depth and 1.066 m minimum in length. The seat height should be a minimum of 432 mm to a maximum of 482 mm above the finished floor. If the bench is not located next to a wall, the bench must have back support that is 1.066 m minimum in length and extends from a point 50 mm maximum above the seat to a point 450 mm minimum above the bench. Benches must be strong enough to withstand a vertical or horizontal force of 113 kgs applied at any point on the seat, fastener, mounting device, or supporting structure. The provisions for benches are not intended to apply to park benches or other benches used for sitting or resting. If benches are located in wet areas, the surface must be slip-resistant and designed not to accumulate water.

Fig.B.8.1

Image above shows the dimensions of an accessible bench. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft Amendments of Batas Pambansa Bilang 344)

9. Pre-Swim Shower Recommendations: 1.1 Provide at least one (1) telephone shower fixture that can be used by a person who uses a wheelchair. 1.2 Telephone shower fittings should be mounted at a height not higher than 1.10M from the finish Pre-Swim Shower floor. 1.3 According to the 2013 Draft BP344 IRR Amendments “Curbs for roll-in showers [Pre-Swim Shower] should not be more than 10 mm high and beveled at a gradient of 1:2 and have color contrasts”. 1.4 Provide signage using the international symbol of access as shown in Section F of this Plan Review Report.

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10. Olympic Size Competition Pool and Recovery/Learner Pool 10.1. Findings a. There are no entry ramps on the Olympic Size Competition Pool and the Recovery/Learner Pool. 10.2. Recommendations a. Provide an entry ramp as shown in Fig. B.10.1 and Fig. B.10.2. b. The 2013 Draft BP344 IRR Amendments requires that “Entry ramps should begin at the finish floor level of the walkway adjacent to the swimming pool and end at a maximum depth of 750mm below (between 24” to 30” ) the stationary water level.” c. Provide pavement signage using the international symbol of access as shown in Section F of this Plan Review Report. .

Fig.B.10.1

Image above shows the details and dimensions of the entry ramp to the Olympic Size Competition Pool.

C. SECOND FLOOR PLAN 1. Seating for Persons with Disabilities Recommendations: 1.1 Provide signage to identify the designated area as the “seating” or viewing area for persons with disabilities in accordance with Section F of this Plan Review Report. 1.2 Provide directional signage to guide persons with disabilities to the location of the viewing area for persons with disabilities in accordance with Section F of this Plan Review Report. 2. Toilets Recommendations: 2.1 Provide at least one (1) accessible toilet and lavatory each for male and female with dimensions and details in accordance with Fig. A.1.3, Fig. A.1.4, Fig. A.1.5, and Fig. A.1.6. 2.2 Another option is to provide one (1) common accessible single passenger toilet 2.3 Provide directional signage to guide persons with disabilities to the location of the toilet(s) for persons with disabilities in accordance with Section F of this Plan Review Report.

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Fig. B.10.2 Image at right shows recommended entry ramp for the Recovery/Learner Pool.

3. Classrooms, Offices, Conference Room Recommendations: 3.1 Specify Lever type locksets on all doors. 3.2 The 2013 Draft Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 IRR Amendments require doors “to be operable by a pressure or force not more than 1.0kg. Door closer device pressure on an interior door shall not exceed 4.0 kg”.

D. Recommendations for Elevator According to the 2013 Draft Amendments to Batas Pambansa Bilang 344 accessible elevators shall: 1. All elevators provided in a building shall include suitable provisions for persons with sensory impairments and ambulant PWD as a means of access from one level to another. 2. It is recommended that all elevators should be made accessible to PWDs. Where different elevators are programmed to serve certain floors during ordinary or peak periods, the elevator that is designated for PWDs should be programmed to serve all floors. 3. Accessible elevators should be located not more than 30.00 m from the entrance and should be easy to locate with the aid of directional signs.

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4. Accessible elevators shall be provided with handrails mounted at a height of 900mm from the finish floor. 5. Accessible elevator cars shall have a minimum clear dimension of 1400 mm in depth and 1200 mm in width, with a clear door opening of not less than 900 mm. 6. Control panels and emergency system of accessible elevators shall be within reach of a seated person; centerline heights for the topmost buttons shall be 1200 mm from the floor. 7. All elevator control buttons, including call buttons, emergency and other buttons, shall be provided with Braille installed at the left of the buttons/tactile buttons. 8. Floor level indicators in Braille shall be installed at a height of 1200 mm from the finish floor on one side of the door jamb on the same side as the elevator call buttons. This is so that persons with visual impairment can discern what floor the elevator car has stopped and what level they will disembark. 9. Button sizes at elevator control panels shall have a minimum diameter of 20 mm and should have a maximum depression depth of 1 mm. 10. The elevator assigned for persons with disabilities should have a homing/emergency rescue device. 11. Accessible elevators should be provided with voice synthesizers for persons with visual impairment. 12. Accessible elevators should have audio-visual indicators for emergencies for persons with visual and hearing impairment.

E. General 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. 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. G.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 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 [FOR STAIRS ONLY; NOT APPLICABLE FOR FIRE EXIT STAIRS] 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. 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 and extend not less than 300 mm beyond the top and bottom step.

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Fig. E.1.1

Image above shows preferred slanted nosings over protruding nosings. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)

F. Recommendations dations for Signage and Way Way-Finding 1. The International Symbol of Access (Please see Fig. F.1.1) 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 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 aids for accessibility ibility shall use the International Symbol of Access.

Fig. F.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 avement sign signs shall have a least dimension of 600mm (1200MM preferred). 2.3. Wall-mounted mounted signag signage e 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. F.2.1, Fig. F.2.2, .2.2, and Fig. F.2.3.

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Fig. F.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)

Fig.F.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)

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Fig.F.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. F.3.1 and Fig. F.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.

Fig. F.3.1

Image above shows dropped sidewalk with pavement signage using the International Symbol of Access. (Image Credit: International Symbol of Access)

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Fig. F.3.2

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. F.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. F.5.1.

Fig. F.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)

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6. Directional and Way Way-Finding Signs 6.1 Directional ssignage and way-finding finding signage shall incorporate the International Symbol of Access with directional arrows to lead persons with disabilities to accessible facilities an and d features of the building. Please see Fig. F.6.1.

200MM 200 (Minimum) For Indoor Use 600MM (Minimum) For Outdoor Use

4 400MM (Minimum) For Indoor Use 1.20M (Minimum) For Outdoor Use Fig. F.6.1 6.1

Image above shows the appropriate size and details of directional and way-finding finding signs using arrows. (Image Credit: International Symbol of Access)

7. Tactile Floor Surfaces 7.1. Warning Tactile Blocks installed 300MM before and 300MM after each flight of stairs and ramp would greatly help persons with visual impairment in moving around the football grandstand but these must comply with the specifications shown in Fig. F.7.1 below.

Fig. F.7.1

Image above shows details of Warning Tactile Block. (Image Credit: 2013 Draft BP 344 IRR Amendments)

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8. The 2013 Draft BP344 IRR Amendments recommends the following for the easy location of emergency exits especially by persons with disabilities: 8.1 Wall mounted or free standing tablets with an embossed plan configuration of the building which would also indicate locations of lobbies, washrooms and emergency exits (through the use of different textures to symbolize the spaces) should be provided at the main lobby of each floor or other strategic locations; the markings on this tablet should be readable by both the blind and the fully sighted; 8.2 Flashing light directional signs indicating the locations(s) of fire exits shall be provided at every change in direction with sufficient power provided in accordance with the provisions for emergency lighting under Section 3.410 of P.D. 1185 (The Fire Code of the Philippines).

G. Recommended Suppliers/Manufacturers 1. Grab Bars with traction Grip Surface:

Photo G.1.1

CELLOX Brand available at Wilson Builders Outlets

Photo at left shows Moveable Grab Bar (a.k.a. Outrigger/FlipUp Grab bar) by Cellox

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Photo G.1.2

Photo at left shows Fixed L-Type Grab Bar by Cellox

2. Tactile Floor Tiles 2.1. ASDA LTD. Rm. 708A Opulent Building, 402-406 Hennessy Rd, HK www.asdaltd.com 2.2. Access Tile Tactile Systems; Access Products, Inc. 241 Main Street, Suite 100, Buffalo, NY 14203; [email protected]

III. 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 and elevations of the Proposed UP Diliman Swimming Stadium from the University of The Philippines OVPD and OPDI.

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Image above shows Arnel Aba (with an amputated right leg) pacing Wilfred Uytengsu and another triathlete in the swim leg of the 2012 Cebu Triathlon. Given equal or equivalent access to the built environment, persons with disabilities can compete and give a good challenge to persons without disabilities.

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