Some existing measurement protocols Currently there are no generally accepted measurement protocols for determining the slope, flatness, or waviness of floor surfaces in terms of accessibility...
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Some existing measurement protocols
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Department of Justice method
Department of Justice method In the tips and techniques section of "Survey Tools and Techniques," (www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/ckstools.htm) the checklist states that slopes can be measured...
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Unified Facilities Guide Specifications
The straightedge is to be held in contact with the surface and moved ahead one - half of the length of the straightedge for each successive measurement....
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Suggestion by Eldon Tipping
Sample measurement lines were to be parallel or perpendicular to slopes shown on the drawings. Measurement lines that were parallel to slopes were to connect elevation control points....
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Suggestions by Jean Tessmer
a digital inclinometer mounted to measure 1 - foot increments....
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Construction Specification Institute
Construction Specification Institute While developing suggested tolerances for surface materials, the Construction Specifications Institute developed a suggested method for measuring ramp...
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Sloped Surfaces
Two slope measurements perpendicular to one another should be taken at each location....
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Using the Tape Measure
A tape measure is used to measure the length, width, height, and depth of various elements including parking spaces and access aisles, routes, thresholds, doorways, and protruding objects...
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Measuring Door Openings
Special care is needed when measuring the clear opening of a doorway. To measure the clear opening of a standard hinged door, open the door to 90 degrees....
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Taking Photographs
We recommend taking photographs of measurements and noncompliant elements such as steps. It is likely that others may review information about the facility you are surveying. ...
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FIELD DATA COLLECTION PLAN
6 100% 0% 5 52 Other 8 50% 50% 8 36 The physical characteristics (Station 1) and three-point turn widths (Station 2) were measured...
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REDUCTION AND ANALYSIS OF DATA
The ADAAG set minimum criteria for accessibility of pedestrian facilities throughout the United States. By law, States and local jurisdictions are required to follow ADAAG when...
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Appendix 2: Survey Forms: Curb Ramps
Construction/Alteration Date (circle one): Before 1/26/92 After 1/26/92 Facility Name/Address: Date: Location: Surveyors: Record your measurements...
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DISCUSSION
This research shows that there is a great diversity in the operating characteristics of various road and trail user types (figure 46). To ensure the safe accommodation of emerging...
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D. What tools are needed to conduct a survey and how do you use them?
The following are the standard tools that the Civil Rights Division uses in conducting its surveys under Project Civic Access: a metal measuring tape that is at least 25-feet long...
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1. Measuring Tape
A measuring tape will make a good surveying instrument if it has the following characteristics: it is metal, which is important for durability; it is 25- to 50-feet long, which is necessary...
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2. Electronic (Digital) Level
Make sure there are no pebbles or other debris under your level when you measure slopes and cross slopes....
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3. Camera
Use the camera to take photos of everything measured for accessibility so you can easily determine the exact location of features that may need to be modified. ...
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4. Pressure Gauge
To ensure that doors and mechanical devices are not barriers to accessibility, you need to measure the force required to operate them....
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5. Other Helpful Tools
Many surveyors find other tools helpful, such as a clipboard to hold survey forms, a binder to hold survey instructions, a tabbed accordion folder to hold copies of survey forms, a...
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Using the Polling Place Checklist
Using the Polling Place Checklist Tools and Documentation A few simple tools may be used to measure the sizes and the slope of specific elements and spaces: • A metal tape measure...
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Taking Measurements
Taking Measurements Sloped Surfaces One way to measure slope is to use a 24-inch level with leveling bubble and a tape measure....
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Assumptions
A Rotational Penetrometer can be used as a field instrument to determine firmness and stability for surfaces as they relate to accessibility. 3....
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Rotational Penetrometer
The penetration into the surface is measured for readings of “firmness” and “stability” of the surface. ...