MODIFIED UFAS CHECKLIST


Prepared for:

New York City Housing Authority

Version 2.1

January 12, 2000

Prepared by:

Edward Steinfeld, Architect

170 Woodbury Dr.

Amherst, NY 14226


Introduction.

Sections.

1. Ramps:

2. Entrances:

3. Doors and Gates:

4. Lobbies and Corridors:

5. Elevators:

6. Dwelling Units:

Introduction

This Checklist is based on the UFAS Checklist prepared by the U.S. Access Board.  It is intended to be used by NYCHA staff and HUD inspectors for insuring compliance of NYCHA facilities with the UFAS.  The modifications were incorporated to make the Checklist easier to use in reviewing and inspecting public housing and NYCHA properties in particular. 

There are three types of modifications: 

1.      Incorporation of illustrations directly into the checklist rather than attached as appendices. This insures that the appropriate illustrations will be easily available in the correct locations.

2.      Incorporation of alternative criteria negotiated with HUD through the Voluntary Compliance Agreement.  This material has been entered into the Checklist in the appropriate locations (Elevators and Bathrooms) to distinguish when alternative criteria can be used instead of the UFAS criteria.

3.      Additional instructions and explanatory notes to improve the flow and use of the Checklist. In particular, instructions and space for cross referencing different parts of the Checklist have been included.

Sections

For NYCHA housing facilities, it is not necessary to utilize the entire UFAS Checklist. Thus, only the sections that are applicable to NYCHA properties have been included.  These include:

1.      Ramps

2.      Entrances

3.      Doors and Gates

4.      Lobbies and Corridors

5.      Elevators

6.      Dwelling Units

At a future date, additional sections will be added to cover site design and non-housing facilities.  These will include:

7.      Parking

8.      Passenger Loading Zones

9.      Pathways

10. Rooms and Spaces

11. Assembly Spaces

12. Drinking Fountains and Telephones

13. Toilet Rooms

1. Ramps:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.8.2

Is the ramp slope 1:12 or less?

       

Is the rise for any run 30 inches or less?

       

4.8.6

Is the cross slope of the ramp surface no greater than 1:50?

       

4.8.6 4.5

Is the ramp surface non-slip?

       

Is the smaller dimension of grating openings no more than 1/2 inch, and are long dimensions of rectangular gaps placed perpendicular to the usual direction of travel?

       

4.8.3

Is the clear width of the ramp 36 inches or more?

       

4.8.4

Is there a level landing at the top and bottom of each run?

       

Is each landing at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long?

       

Where the ramp changes direction, is the landing at least 60 by 60 inches?

       

4.8.5

If the ramp rises more than 6 inches or is longer than 72 inches, does it have a handrail on each side?

       

On dogleg or switchback ramps, is the inside handrail continuous?

       

Is the gripping surface continuous?

       

Are handrails fixed so that they do not rotate within their fittings?

       

Is the top of the handrail between 30 and 34 inches above the ramp surface?

       

At ends of handrails, is there at least 12 inches of level handrail beyond the top and bottom of the ramp segment?

       

Are the ends of handrails rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post?

       

4.8.5

4.26

Is the diameter of the handrail between 1-1/4 inches and 1-1/2 inches?

       

Does the shape provide an equivalent gripping surface?

       

At wall mounted handrails, is there exactly 1-1/2 inches between the handrail and the wall?

       

4.8.7

If a ramp or landing has a drop off, does it have a 2 inch curb, a wall, railings or projecting surfaces which prevent people from falling off?

       

4.8.8

Are ramps designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces?

       

2. Entrances:       

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.14.2

Is the accessible entrance to the building not a service entrance? Note: Exception when the only entrance to the building is a service entrance?

       

4.14.1

Within the boundaries of the site, is the accessible entrance connected by an accessible route to existing public transportation stops, accessible parking and passenger loading zones, and to public streets or sidewalks?

       

Is the accessible entrance connected by an accessible route to all accessible elements or spaces within the building or facility?

Use other survey forms to determine whether or not these spaces have the necessary features. Cross reference to the applicable forms here:

____________________________________

       

4.14.1 4.3.8

If there is a vertical level change between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch at or along route to the entrance, is the edge beveled with a slope of 1:2 or less?

       

If there is a vertical level change greater than 1/2 inch at the entrance, is it treated with a curb ramp, ramp, or platform lift?

       

4.13.3

Note: all gates must meet all the applicable specifications for doors.

       

3. Doors and Gates

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.13.2

If a revolving door or turnstile is used on an accessible route, is an accessible door or gate provided to facilitate the same use pattern?

       

4.13.3

Note: All gates including ticket gates must meet all the applicable specifications for doors.

       

4.13.4

If the doorway has two independently operated door leaves, does at least one active leaf provide a 32 inch clear opening width & maneuvering space as shown in Figure 25?

Note: Indicate non-complying dimensions

Figure 25

       

4.13.5

When a door is open 90 degrees, is there a clear opening at least 32 inches measured between the face of the door and the door stop on the latch side?

       

If the door does not require full user passage, such as a shallow closet, is the clear opening at least 20 inches?

       

4.13.7

If there are two doors in series, is the clear space between the walls at either end of the vestibule at least 48 inches plus the width of the door?

       

Do the doors in the series swing in the same direction?

       

Do they swing away from the space between them?

       

4.13.8

If there is a raised threshold, is it beveled at 1:2 or less?

       

Is the threshold no higher than 1/2 inch?

Exception: An exterior sliding door can have a 3/4 inch threshold.

       

4.13.9

Are all handles, locks, and latches operable with one hand? Are they operable without tight pinching, tight grasping or twisting of the wrist?

       
 

If there are sliding doors, is the operating hardware exposed and usable from both sides when the doors are fully open?

       

Is the hardware mounted no higher than 48 inches above floor level?

       

4.13.10

If the door has a closer, does it take at least three seconds to move from 70 degrees open to a point 3 inches from the latch?

       

4.13.11

Do interior doors have an opening force of 5 lbs or less?

       

4.13.9

4.29.3

Are doors to hazardous areas identifiable to the touch by a textured surface on the door handle, knob, pull, or other operating hardware?

       

Is this texturing not used on any doors other than those that lead to hazardous areas?

       

4. Lobbies and Corridors

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.3.10,

4.1.2

(7d)

If more than one means of egress is required by the fire code, is more than one accessible?

       

If only one means of egress in a multi-story building is accessible, are safe areas of refuge provided on each floor?

Note: In NYCHA buildings, apartments are separated from the corridor with a fire rated wall.  This is an acceptable safe area if the design complies with the fire code.

Describe:_____________________

_____________________________
_____________________________

       

4.3.2

(3)

Is there an accessible route connecting the accessible entrance with all accessible elements, spaces and dwelling units within the

building?

Use other survey forms to determine whether or not these spaces have the necessary features. Cross reference to the applicable forms here:

____________________________________

       

4.3.3

4.13.3

Is the accessible route at least 36 inches wide except at doorways and gates?

       

Are doorways and gates at least 32 inches in clear opening width?

       

4.3.3

Where the accessible route makes a U-turn around an obstacle which is less than 48 inches wide, does the pathway width increase to at least 42 inches on the approach and 48 inches in the turn?

       

4.3.4

If the accessible route is less than 60 inches wide, are there passing spaces at least 60 inches wide and 60 inches long within reasonable intervals not exceeding 200 feet?

       

4.4.1

If objects mounted to the wall have bottom edges between 27 and 80 inches from the floor, do they project less than 4 inches into the space?

Note: Wall mounted objects with bottom edges below 27 inches may project any amount so long as they do not reduce the required clear width of an accessible route of travel (See 4.4.2.)

       
 

Do free standing objects mounted on posts with bottom edges between 27 and 80 inches high project less than 12 inches into the route of travel?

       

Is there an accessible path of at least 36 inches clear alongside the protruding object?

       

4.4.2

Is there at least 80 inches clear head room?

       

If there is less than 80 inches clear head room in an area adjoining an accessible route, is there a barrier to warn visually-impaired persons?

       

Is the barrier within 27 inches of the ground so that it is cane-detectable?

       

4.5.1

Are the floors in all accessible areas and routes stable, firm, and slip-resistant?

       

4.3.8

4.5.2

Are changes of level greater than 1/2 inch treated with a ramp?

       

Are changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2?

       

When floor materials change, does the vertical difference between them stay within these change of level requirements?

       

4.5.3

If carpet or carpet tile is used on the floor, is it securely attached?

       

Is it a level, low pile type of carpet with a firm pad or no pad at all underneath it?

       

4.3.7

Is the slope of the route no greater than 1:20 except at ramps?

       

Is the cross slope no greater than 1:50?

       

4.13.2

If turnstiles or revolving doors are used on an accessible route, is there an accessible gate or door provided to facilitate the same use pattern?

       

4.1.1

(7); 4.30.2

On signs, do the letters and numbers have a width to height ratio between 3:5 and 1:1, and a stroke width-to-height ratio between 1:5 and 1:10?

       

4.30.3

Do the characters and symbols contrast with their background?

       

5. Elevators

Hallway Call Buttons:

       

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.10.3

Are the hallway call buttons centered at 42 inches above the floor?

       

Are the call but-tons at least 3/4 inch in the smallest dimension?

       

Do they have visual signals to indicate when each call is registered and answered?

       

Is the button designating the up direction above the down button?

       

Are the buttons raised or flush with the wall?

       

If there is an object below the buttons, does it project no more than 4 inches into the elevator lobby?

       

4.10.4

Is there a visible and audible signal at each hoistway entrance to indicate which car is answering a call?

Note:  The VCA Usability Standard allows, as an alternative to all of 4.10.4, the provision of  view panels in the elevator and hoistway doors and lights on the top and bottom of the elevator cab. A gong is provided that sounds as the elevator passes each floor.

       
 

Do audible signals sound once for up and twice for down, or do they have verbal annunciators that say "up" or "down"?

       
 

Are the visual signals:

·         mounted at least 72 inches above the floor?

·         at least 2½ inches in the smallest dimensions?

·         visible from the vicinity of the hall call button?

       

Door Jamb and Threshold:

       

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.10.5

Does each elevator hoistway entrance have a raised floor designation on each door jamb centered 60 inches from the floor?

       

4.10.5 (crf.

4.30)

Do the numbers on the floor designation sign have a width-to-height ratio between 3:5 and 1:1?

       
 

Do they have a stroke width-to-height ratio between 1:5 and 1:10?

       

Does the color of the numbers contrast with the color of the background?

       

Are the numbers raised at least 1/32 of an inch?

       

Are the numbers in sans serif font?

       

4.10.2

Does the floor of the elevator car come within 1/2 inch of the hallway floor at each stop?

       

4.10.9

Is the horizontal gap between the car floor platform and the landing edge no greater than 1¼ inches?

       

Doors:

       

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.10.6

Do the elevators doors open and close automatically?

       
 

Do they re-open automatically without contact if they become obstructed?

       

4.10.7

Is the time from when the elevator's arrival is signaled until the doors begin to close at least 5 seconds?

       
 

If any hoistway door is further than 7.5 feet from the hall call button, does the time increase according to Figure 21 below?

       
 

Figure 21

       

4.10.8

Do the elevator doors remain fully open for a minimum of 3 seconds?

       

Elevator Floor Plan:

       

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

UCA

Check the dimensions of the elevator against the following options. Check the one, if any, that matches.

Is the clear opening of the elevator door 32”, the depth of the elevator 45” minimum and width 52.5” minimum?

or

Is the clear opening of the elevator 33”, the depth of the elevator 44” minimum and width 52.5” minimum?

or

Is the clear opening of the elevator door 34”, the depth of the elevator 43” minimum and width 52.5” minimum?

or

       
 

Is the clear opening of the elevator 35”, the depth of the elevator 39.5” minimum and width 52.5” minimum?

or

Is the clear opening of the elevator 36”, the depth of the elevator 39.25” minimum and width 52.5” minimum?

or

Is the clear opening of the elevator 37”, the depth of the elevator 43” minimum and width 52.5” minimum?

or

Is the clear opening of the elevator 37”, the depth of the elevator 39.25” minimum and width 52.5” minimum? (This elevator is likely to be useable if the elevator door is configured in a way to allow the wheelchair to fully enter the elevator and turn left (or right) and similarly exit

 

Depth

 


Note: If the elevator complies with any of  the dimensions above, skip to 4.5.1, Page 5.

       

4.10.9

Does the floor area of the car allow maneuvering room for wheelchair users to enter the car, reach the controls, and exit? 

Notes:

This does not mean that a wheelchair user has to be able to turn around in the car.

All NYCHA elevators have single slide, side opening doors as in Fig. 22b.

Figure 22a

Fig. 22b

       

4.5.1

Are the floors in and adjacent to the elevator stable, firm, and slip-resistant?

       

4.10.11

Is the illumination level at the car controls, the platform, and the car threshold and landing sill at least 5 footcandles?

       

Elevator Control Panels:

       

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.10.12

Are the control buttons at least 3/4 inch in their smallest dimensions?

       

Are the controls designated by raised characters or symbols at least 1/32 of an inch high placed immediately to the left of the buttons?

       

4.10.12 Crf.

 4.30

Do the raised characters have a width-to-height ratio between 3:5 and 1:1?

       

Do they have a stroke width-to-height ratio between 1:5 and 1:10?

       

Does the color of the numbers contrast with the color of the background?

       

Are the raised numbers between 5/8 inch and 2 inches tall?

       

Are the numbers in sans serif font?

       

Does cab dimensions satisfy usable standards?

       

Is the button for the main entry floor designated by a raised star?

       

4.10.12

Do the floor buttons have visual indications to show when each call is registered?

       

Are the floor buttons no higher than 48 inches above the floor?

       

Are the emergency buttons grouped at the bottom of the panel with centerline of the group no less than 35 inches above the floor?

       

If the cars have central opening doors, are the controls located on a front wall?

       

If the cars have side-opening doors are the controls located on the side or front wall adjacent to the doors?

       

4.10.13

Is there a visual car position indicator above the car control panel or over the door to indicate the floor level?

Note:  The VCA Usability Standard allows, as an alternative to all of 4.10.13, the provision of  view panels in the elevator and hoistway doors and lights on the top and bottom of the elevator cab. A gong is provided that sounds as the elevator passes each floor.

       

Do the numerals illuminate and does an audible signal sound as the car passes or stops at a floor?

       

Are the numerals at least 1/2 inch high?

       

Are gongs provided that chime when elevator arrives at landing?

       

6. Dwelling Units:

Path of Travel:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

 

Is there an accessible path of travel from the entrance to the site to the entrance of the building in which the dwelling unit is located?

Use other survey forms to determine whether or not these spaces have the necessary features.  Cross reference to the applicable forms here:

_______________________________________

       

Is there a reserved accessible parking place assigned to the unit?

       

If yes, is there an accessible path of travel from the reserved parking place to the entry of the building?

Use other survey forms to determine whether or not these spaces have the necessary features.  Cross reference to the applicable forms here:

_______________________________________

       

Is there an accessible path of travel from the entry of the building to the dwelling unit?

Use other survey forms to determine whether or not these spaces have the necessary features.  Cross reference to the applicable forms here:

_______________________________________

       

Common Spaces:

       

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

 

Are common spaces serving the dwelling accessible?

Use  other survey forms to check each common space below that is not accessible and identify by cross reference all those that are not:

o Mailbox:_________

o Management office:___________

o One common laundry room: ___________

o Trash disposal____________

o Corridors

o Other (identify)_____________________

o Other (identify)_____________________

o Other (identify)_____________________

The five rooms above are the typical concerns in NYCHA housing. NYCHA provides reasonable accommodtions through services if it is technically infeasible to make these spaces and facilities accessible. 

       

Dwelling unit path of travel:

       

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.2(15)

4.34.5

4.34.2(13); 4.34.6

Are the following spaces on an accessible route?

o living and

o dining area(s)

o at least one bathroom

o kitchen

o sleeping area (at least 2 in an apartment with 2 or more bedrooms)

       

Controls in accessible spaces (including thermostats, light switches, etc.):

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.2(9) (4.27)

Is there a 30 by 48 inch clear floor space in front of the controls which allows either a forward or parallel approach?

       

If the clear ground space allows only a forward approach, then is the highest operable part of the controls no more than 48 inches from the ground?

       

If the clear ground space allows a side approach to the controls, is the highest operable part of the controls no more than 54 inches from the ground?

       

Are the controls operable with one hand?

       

Do they not require any tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of  the wrist?

       

Bathroom:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.2(12)

Is at least one full bathroom accessible or adaptable, including a water closet, a lavatory and a bathtub or shower?

       

Does that unit comply with any of the following diagrams?

If no, skip to 4.34.5.2(1).

Note:  According to the Voluntary Compliance Agreement, the design may comply with any of the three designs or the UFAS.

       
 

Is the bathroom:  (   ) Type Ia   (   ) Type Ib   (   ) Type II ?

Check off the appropriate layout. 

Note: If any dimension does not comply with the dimensions in the layouts above, circle the non-compying dimension on the appropriate sketch and write in the actual dimension.

Type Ia

       
 

Type Ib

       
 

Type II

       

If the bathroom substantially complies with Type Ia, Type Ib or Type II, skip to 4.34.5.2 (2) Water Closet Height, Page 8. 

Item 4.34.5.2(1) on pages 6 and 7 are from the original UFAS Checklist and are provided to use only for bathroom layouts that are not similar to Types Ia, Ib and II.


Water Closets:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.5.2(1)

Is the clear space at the toilet provided as shown in Figure 47(a)?

Note: It can be on either side of the toilet.

Figure 47a

       
 

       
 

Figure 47a

Note:  Clear floor space at fixtures may overlap..

       

4.34.5.2(2)

Is the water closet between 15 and 19 inches high measured from the top of the toilet seat to the finished floor?

Is there structural reinforcement as shown in Figure 47(b)?

Note: NYCHA provides grab bars in all accessible units. Structural reinforcement alone will never be an option.

OR

If provided, are grab bars installed as shown in Figure 29?

Figure 29

       

4.34.5.2(4)

Is the toilet paper installed within reach as shown in Figure 29?

       

Lavatory and Mirror:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.5.3(1); 4.22.6; 4.19

Is the sink 34 inches or less above the floor?

Measure from the floor to the top of the counter.

Do knee and toe clearances comply with Figure 31?

OR

If a cabinet is provided under the lavatory in an adaptable bathroom, is it removable to provide this clearance?

Figure 31

       

Is there at least 29 inches clearance from the floor to the bottom of the apron?

OR

If a cabinet is provided under the lavatory in an adaptable bathroom, is it removable to provide this clearance?

       

Is a clear space 30 x 48 inches provided in front of the lavatory  to allow a forward approach?  (Also refer to the checklist supplement for bathroom details.)

Note:  Clear floor space at fixtures may overlap. Refer to the checklist supplement for bathroom details.

       
 

Does the clear floor space overlap an accessible route?

       

Is no more than 19 inches of the required clear space measured underneath the lavatory?

       

Are hot water and drain pipes under the lavatory insulated or otherwise covered?

       

Are there no sharp or abrasive surfaces under the lavatory?

4.34.5.3(1); 4.22.6; 4.19; 4.27

Are the faucets operable with one hand and do they not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist?

       

4.34.5.3(1); 4.22.6; 4.19.6

Are the mirrors mounted with the bottom edge of the reflecting surface no higher than 40 inches from the floor?

       

4.34.5.3(3)

If a medicine cabinet is provided, is there a usable shelf inside no higher than 44 inches above the floor?

       

4.34.5.1

Are clear spaces required for fixtures free of door swings?

       

Bathtub:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.5.4

If a bathtub is provided, does it have the following features?

       

4.34.5.4(1)

Is a clear floor space provided as shown in Figure 33 a?

   

Figure 33

       
 

 

Figure 33b

Note: Clear floor space at fixtures may overlap.

       

4.34.5.4(2)

Is a seat provided as shown in Figures 33 and 34

Figure 34

Is the seat mounted securely and does it not slip during use?

Note:  The tub seats might not be present at time of inspection. NYCHA furnishes tub seats when resident occupies an apartment.

       

4.34.5.4(3)

Are structural reinforcements or other provisions that will allow installation of grab bars provided in the locations shown in Figure 48?

Note: NYCHA provides grab bars in all accessible units. Structural reinforcement alone will never be an option. 

OR

If grab bars are installed, are they as shown in Figure 34?

       

4.16.4; 4.26

Is the diameter of the grab bar between 1¼ inch and 1½ inch?

OR

Does the shape provide an equivalent gripping surface?

       

Are the grab bars 1½ inch away from the wall?

       

Are the grab bars secured so that they do not rotate within their fittings?

       

Is the grab bar and the wall adjacent to it free of any sharp or abrasive elements?

       

4.34.5.4(4)

Are the controls located as shown in Figure 34?

       

4.34.5.4(4); 4.27.4

Are the control operable with one hand, and do they not  require any tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist?

       

4.34.5.4(5)

Is a shower unit provided which can be used as fixed unit at  various heights or as a hand held shower with a hose at least 60 inches long?

       

Kitchen:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.6.1

Is the clearance between all opposing cabinet, counter, appliances or walls at least 40 inches except in U-shaped kitchens where the clearance must be 60 inches?

       

4.34.6.2; 4.2.4

Is there 30 x 48 inches clear space at appliances?

       

Counters:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.6.4

Is there at least one 30 inch section of counter which is no more than 34 inches above the floor measured from the floor to the  top of the counter?

       

Does this section have a 30 inch wide and 19 inch deep clear  knee space?

OR

If this section of counter has base cabinets, are they removable to provide the minimum clearance?

       

Does the floor finish extend underneath the counter to the wall?

       

Is the counter and its supporting structure 2 inches thick or less?

       

Is there a 30 x 48 inch clear floor space at this counter?  (19 of  the 48 inches can extend under the counter.)

       

Are there no sharp or abrasive surfaces under the counter?

       

Sink:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.6.5(1)

Is the sink and surrounding counter mounted no more than 34 inches above the floor measured from the floor to the top of the counter?

       

Is the sink and counter area at least 30 inches wide?

       

4.34.6.5(3)

Is the sink depth a maximum of 6.5 inches?  (Only one bowl of a double or triple bowl sink needs to meet this requirement.)

       

4.34.6.5(4); 4.27.4

Are the faucets operable with one hand and do they not require  any tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist?

       

4.34.6.5(6)

Is the counter and supporting structure 2 inches thick or less?

       

4.34.6.5(7)

Is there 30 x 48 inches clear floor space allowing a forward approach to the sink?

       

Is there a clear knee space 30 inches wide and 19 inches deep under the counter?

OR

       

4.34.6.5(5)

If provided, are base cabinets at the sink removable to provide at least a 30 inch wide knee space under the sink and surrounding counter?

       

Does the finished floor extend under the counter to the wall?

       

4.34.6.5(8)

Are there no sharp or abrasive surface under the sink?

       

Are the hot water and drain pipes insulated or otherwise covered?

       

Range/Cooktop/Oven:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.6.6; 4.34.6.2

Is a clear floor space at least 30 x 48 inches which allow either a forward or parallel approach provided at the range or cooktop?

       

4.34.6.6; 4.34.6.3; 4.27

Can the controls be operated with one hand, and do they not  require any tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist?

Note: Appliances that are in compliance might not be present at time of inspection. NYCHA generally installs appliances just prior to tenant moving in.

       

Does the location of the controls allow them to be used without reaching across burners?

Note: Appliances that are in compliance might not be present at time of inspection. NYCHA generally installs appliances just prior to tenant moving in

       

4.34.6.6

If there is knee space underneath the cooktop, is there insulation  or other protection against burns, abrasions, or electrical shock?

       

4.34.6.7; 4.34.6.2

Is there a clear floor space at least 30 x 48 inches which allows either a forward or a parallel approach to the oven?

       

4.34.6.7; 4.34.6.3; 4.27

Can the oven controls be operated with one hand, and do they not require any tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist?

       

Does the location of the controls allow them to be used without reaching across burners?

       

4.34.6.7

Is the oven self-cleaning?

OR

Is it located next to an adjustable height counter with knee  space below?

       
Refrigerator/Freezer:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.6.8; 4.34.6.3; 4.27

Can the refrigerator controls be operated with one hand, and do they not require any tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the  wrist?

       

Does a clear floor space of 30 x 48 inches provide either a front or a parallel approach to the refrigerator/freezer?

       

If only a front approach is provided, are the controls no higher than 48 inches?

       

If a parallel approach is provided, are the controls no higher than 54 inches?

       

Kitchen Storage:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.6.9; 4.34.6.3; 4.27

Are the controls operable with one hand?

       

Do they not require any tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist?

       

4.34.6.10; 4.25.2

Is there a clear floor space 30 x 48 inches at storage facilities  which allows for either a forward or side approach in a wheelchair?

       

4.34.6.10; 4.25.3

If a side approach is provided, is the storage space between  9 and 54 inches from the floor?

       

If a front approach is provided, is the storage space between  15 and 48 inches from the floor?

       

4.34.6.10; 4.25.4; 4.27.4

Is the hardware operable with one hand and does it not require any tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist?

       

4.34.6.10(2)

Are the door pulls for wall cabinets as close to the bottom of the cabinet doors as possible?

       

Are base cabinet handles as close to the top of the cabinet doors as possible?

       

4.34.6.10(1)

Is at least one usable shelf of all cabinets and storage shelves 48 inches or less above the floor?

       

Controls:

UFAS

Item

Dimension

Yes

No

N/A

4.34.6.3; 4.27

Do all of the controls in the kitchen (including light switches, garbage disposal switches, fan switches, etc.) meeting the following criteria:

       

Is there a clear floor space which allows either a forward or a parallel approach to the controls?

       

If only a forward approach is provided, are the controls no more than 48 inches from the ground?

       

If a parallel approach is provided, are the controls no more than 54 inches from the ground?

       

Are the controls operable with one hand and do they not require any tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist?