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27 <br /> DEFINITIONS <br /> 1 Accessible Parking -The parking space surface appears level and is marked with an accessibility symbol. It is <br /> adjacent to an accessible walkway, is at least 96-inches wide and there is at least 98-inches of overhead clearance. <br /> 2 Accessible Sidewalk or Walkway-At least 36-inches wide, level surface without hazards on the route or overhead <br /> that does not require any steps or curb to the walkway. <br /> 3 Accessible Entrance - Entrance connected to an accessible route with a 32-inch-wide passage when the door is <br /> open. Door hardware is usable with one hand (lever, pull). <br /> 4 Accessible Route to Service Areas - Hallways and corridors at least 36-inches wide with level surface, and no <br /> hazards on the route or overhead to all service areas. Elevator access is available when above and below ground. <br /> 5 Accessible Toilets -Accessible entrance to the toilet area. The stall must be at least 60-inch wide and 59-inch deep <br /> with a door that swings out from the stall, grab bars, and toilet seat 17 to 19 inches above the floor. <br /> 6 Distraction Reduced Area - Separate area from main sleeping and service areas with space for physical distancing <br /> and low lighting. <br /> Accessible Sinks -Sinks and countertops no more than 34-inches above the floor, with mirrors no more than 40 <br /> inches above the floor. There must be an open space below the sink for knee clearance at least 27-inches high and <br /> 8-inches deep <br /> 8 Accessible Shower Facilities - Entrance to shower allows roll-in, is at least 30-inches wide and 60-inches deep, with <br /> grab bars and a seat. <br /> 9 Power Supply Access Area - Backup source of power is available for clients with life-saving equipment. <br /> 10 Refrigeration - Facility has refrigerator available to store life-saving medication for clients. <br /> 11 Area Name—The surveyor should record the name used by the facility (i.e.: East Gymnasium, Cafeteria Hall, <br /> Conference Room 3, etc.) <br /> 12 Safest Refuge Area—The designated safest area for the population to take temporary refuge during external <br /> threats such as gale force winds or tornado. Identify an interior, enclosed hallway or room which does not have <br /> windows or a wide roof span. <br /> To Be Used by Red Cross Surveyor <br /> MC Red Cross On-Site Shelter Survey Form V.1.0 2024-08-26 <br />