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3. Automatic Call Distribution (ACD)
Another feature employed by PSAPs is automatic call distribution (ACD). ACD places incoming calls into a queue, sends out a programmed message to callers to let them know that their...
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4. Switching Between Voice Mode and TTY Mode
All call takers must have the capability to switch back and forth easily from TTY mode to voice mode during the same call. This is especially necessary for silent calls because it...
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5. Voice Carryover and Hearing Carryover
Voice carryover (VCO) is a communication hybrid of TTY and voice. With VCO, a person with hearing loss can speak directly to the call taker and read the response that is typed...
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d-iii
d-iii. Is the ramp width, measured between handrails, at least 36 inches? [ADA Standards § 4.8.3] Yes No
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E1-c
E1-c. Does the accessible route from the accessible entrance to all activity areas change levels using a ramp, lift or elevator? [ADA Standards §§ 4.1.3(1), 4.3.8] Yes ...
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d-i
d-i. Is the slope no greater than 1:12? [ADA Standards § 4.8.2] Yes No Note: For existing ramps, the slope may be 1:10 for a 6-inch rise and 1:8 for a 3-inch rise in...
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F2
F2. If there is a built-in reception or other type of counter, does it have a section that is at least three feet long that is no higher than 36 inches above the floor or is there a...
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C1-e
C1-e. Where an accessible route crosses a curb, is a curb ramp provided? [ADA Standards § 4.3.8] Yes No
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G. Sleeping Areas
G. Sleeping Areas Each accessible sleeping area needs to be on an accessible route connecting it to other activity areas in the shelter, including toilet rooms and bathing areas....
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g-v
g-v. If the answers to questions g-ii thru g-iv are No, can the door be propped open? Yes No If an activity area is not on an accessible route and cannot be made...
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J. Drinking Fountains
J. Drinking Fountains Approximately 50% of the drinking fountains serving the shelter must be accessible and located on an accessible route. Accessible drinking fountains must...
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E1-d
E1-d. Where the slope of the accessible route is greater than 1:20, does this area meet the following requirements for an accessible ramp? Yes No
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M10
M10. Are the drain and hot water pipes for the lavatory insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact? [ADA Standards § 4.19.4] Yes No
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D3
D3. Is the hardware (e.g., lever, pull, and panic bar) usable with one hand without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist? [ADA Standards § 4.13.9] Yes ...
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E1-f
E1-f. If a wheelchair lift is provided, does it meet the following? Yes No
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C1-f
C1-f. If the slope of part of the accessible route is more than 1:20, does it meet the following requirements for an accessible ramp? Yes No
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d-vi
d-vi. Does the ramp have a level landing that is at least 60 inches long at the top and bottom of each ramp section or where the ramp changes direction? [ADA Standards §...
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d-vii
d-vii. If the ramp or landing has a vertical drop-off on either side of the ramp, is edge protection provided? [ADA Standards § 4.8.7] Yes No
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d-ii
d-ii. Are handrails installed on both sides of each ramp segment? [ADA Standards § 4.8.5] Yes No
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H. Restrooms and Showers
H. Restrooms and Showers At least one set of toilet rooms serving the shelter must be accessible to individuals who use a wheelchair, scooter, or other mobility device. In large...
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M15
M15. Are all built-in dispensers, receptacles, or equipment mounted so the front does not extend more than 4 inches from the wall if the bottom edge is between 27 inches and 80...
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L2
L2. Is there a refrigerator or other equipment, such as coolers with a good supply of ice, at the shelter? Yes No
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H14
H14. Are all built-in dispensers, receptacles, or equipment mounted so the front does not extend more than 4 inches from the wall if the bottom edge is between 27 inches and 80...