Forza Coffee Company at Lincoln Heights


2829 E. 29th Avenue, Suite B
509-535-7179
http://forzacoffeeco.com/locations/lincoln-heights/

The storefront of Forza Coffee has glass doors and full windows on both sides. The double doors swing outward and must be pulled to open.
ACCESSIBILITY
FEATURES:

PARKING ON STREET
ACCESS TO TRANSIT
EXTERIOR PATHWAY &
SEATING

ENTRANCES
INTERIOR
SEATING
RESTROOM
COMMUNICATION
TECHNOLOGIES & CUSTOMER SERVICE

PARKING

This establishment has the following types of parking: free lot shared with several businesses

  • There is a total of 50+ spaces on the premises
  • 2 are marked ‘reserved’, ‘handicapped’, ‘disabled’, etc.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces have 5’ access aisles
  • 2 ‘van accessible’ parking spaces have 8’ access aisles
  • Accessible parking spaces have signs that are not obstructed when a vehicle is parked there
  • Surface is unbroken, firm, slip resistant, free of obstacles

ROUTE FROM NEAREST ACCESSIBLE PARKING AREA TO ACCESSIBLE ENTRANCE:

  • Distance from nearest accessible parking to wheelchair accessible entrance is 130 feet.
  • Route is at least 44 inches wide
  • Surface is unbroken, firm, slip resistant, free of obstacles
  • Route has curb ramps and curb cuts where needed
  • Route is covered
  • Lighting level is medium in daytime, and is adequate for mobility and reading signs

PARKING NOTES:

  • Accessible parking spaces are west of the building, in front of Petco

Passenger Loading Zone

  • There is no designated Passenger Loading Zone for the
    establishment

ACCESS TO TRANSIT

  • Establishment is located within the STA Service Area for
    Paratransit

ACCESS TO STA FIXED BUS ROUTE(S)

Route Number: 34 Westbound

Stop Number: 2361

Intersection: 29th Avenue at Regal St.

There is no shelter or bench at this bus stop

  • Distance from nearest bus stop to wheelchair accessible entrance is 300+ feet
  • Route is at least 44 inches wide
  • Route has curb ramps and curb cuts where needed
  • Route is covered
  • Lighting level is bright in daytime, and is adequate for mobility and reading signsTRANSIT NOTES:
    • Surface of route from bus stop to store has considerable slope, travels through parking and traffic area
    • Sidewalk on 29th is broken up in some areas

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EXTERIOR

This establishment has exterior pathways or walkways

  • Pathway is minimum 44 inches wide
  • Surface is level, unbroken, firm, slip resistant, free of obstacles
  • Pathway has curb ramps and curb cuts where needed
  • Pathway is covered
  • Lighting level is medium in daytime, and is adequate for mobility and reading signs

EXTERIOR NOTES:

  • Steps or ramps are not needed to enter this establishment

RAMPS/STAIRS

No ramps or stairs are needed to enter the establishment

MAIN ENTRANCE

  • The establishment has 1 public entrance
  • The main entrance is wheelchair accessible
  • Ground or floor is level inside and outside entrance door
  • Threshold of door is level.
  • Door threshold is no more than ½” high
  • As you enter, door opens toward you
  • Door has at least 32” clearance when door is open 90 degrees (double doors)
  • Door is easy to open, requiring 10 lbs or less of force (actual = 5 lbs)
  • Door handles can be operated with closed fist
  • Lighting level is medium in daytime, and is adequate for mobility and reading signs

ENTRANCE NOTES:

  • Entrance is on the south side of the building

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INTERIOR

  • INTERIOR:
    • Interior doors (aside from restrooms) have at least 32” clearance when the doors are open at 90 degrees
    • Interior doors are easy to open, requiring 5 lbs. or less of force
    • Door handles can be operated with a closed fist
    • There are locations that allow 60” space for a wheelchair to turn around
    • Hallways and aisles are clear of obstacles, tripping hazards, objects protruding more than 4” or lower than 80”
    • Lighting level is medium, and is adequate for mobility and reading signs
    • Lowest service counter is no higher than 38” with a clear view from a sitting position and a check writing surface is no higher than 34” (actual = 32”)

ELEVATORS AND LIFTS

  • No elevator or lift is needed as this business is on the ground
    level

SEATING

    • All seating areas can be accessed without steps
    • All tables have legroom for wheelchair users [bottom of table = 29.5”]
    • All tables and chairs can be moved or rearranged
    • Lighting level is low, and is adequate for mobility and reading menu / program
    • 2 spaces are available with adjustable lighting or brighter lighting
    • All areas have low visual stimulation
    • A quiet table, room or area is available on request
    • There are one or more areas with low or no background sound, and/ or sound-absorbing surfaces

     

    SEATING NOTES:

    • Two meeting rooms are available

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RESTROOM

 

  • There is a total of 2 public restrooms in the establishment
  • Users do not need to ask someone for a key to use the restrooms
  • Both restrooms have ‘wheelchair accessible’ signs
  • Restroom signs have high contrast, raised lettering, on low glare background, and Braille
  • Doors, handles, and levers can be operated with a closed fist
  • Each restroom has a single toilet, so no stall is needed

 

Women’s restroom

  • Room door has at least 32” clearance when open 90 degrees
  • Room is easy to open, requiring 5 lbs or less force to open
  • Room is at least 60” wide from side to side
  • Room is at least 56” deep, front to back wall
  • Door can be closed once a wheelchair is inside
  • Grab bars are easily reachable behind toilet and on side wall nearest toilet
  • Height of toilet seat is at least 17” from the floor
  • Toilet flush can be operated with a closed fist
  • There is a coat hook between 30” and 48” from the floor
  • The height of the sink/counter top is no more than 34” from the floor
  • The faucet controls are no more than 17” from front edge of sink or countertop
  • The faucet can be operated with a closed fist
  • There is room for a wheelchair to roll under the sink (27” min clearance, 8” overhang, 9” toe space)
  • All pipes under the sink are covered to prevent injury or burns
  • Height of soap dispenser control is no more than 48” from floor, and can be reached from a chair
  • Hand dryer or towel dispensers can be operated automatically or with a closed fist
  • Hand dryer or towel dispenser controls are no more than 48” from floor
  • Lighting level is low, and is adequate for mobility and reading signs

 

Men’s Restroom

  • Room door has at least 32” clearance when open 90 degrees
  • Room is easy to open, requiring 5 lbs or less force to open
  • Room is at least 60” wide from side to side
  • Room is at least 56” deep, front to back wall
  • Door can be closed once a wheelchair is inside
  • Grab bars are easily reachable behind toilet and on side wall nearest toilet
  • Height of toilet seat is at least 17” from the floor
  • Toilet flush can be operated with a closed fist
  • There is a coat hook between 30” and 48” from the floor
  • The height of the sink/counter top is no more than 34” from the floor
  • The faucet controls are no more than 17” from front edge of sink or countertop
  • The faucet can be operated with a closed fist
  • There is room for a wheelchair to roll under the sink (27” min clearance, 8” overhang, 9” toe space)
  • All pipes under the sink are covered to prevent injury or burns
  • Height of soap dispenser control is no more than 48” from floor, and can be reached from a chair
  • Hand dryer or towel dispensers can be operated automatically or with a closed fist
  • Hand dryer or towel dispenser controls are no more than 48” from floor
  • Lighting level is low, but is adequate for mobility and reading signs

 

RESTROOM NOTES:

  • Restrooms are located at the back of the store

 

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COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES &
CUSTOMER SERVICE

    • Acoustics are comfortable (no echoing, loud music, etc). Noise level = Low
    • If a customer is unable to hear, other forms of communication include: writing pad
    • Auditory information is presented visually
    • Visual information is presented audibly (servers will read menus, etc.)
    • The following alternate means are available for patrons to order, contact, or schedule: Phone, online menu, email
    • Information is available on food allergies, sensitivities
    • All items are within reach, or assistance is offered to reach them

    If goods and services are not accessible, they are provided in alternative manner

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Accessibility Ambassador review conducted May 13, 2016 by Jude Cormier, Bryan Branson & Dave Reynolds