The Arc of Spokane Thrift Store on Ruby Street


808 N. Ruby Street, Spokane, WA 99202
509-822-7748
http://arcofspokanethrift.org

The ark of spokane entrance is an electric double door that opens on its own. The entrance is behind four solid round pillars in a row between two large orange-painted pillars that support the roof above the entrance.

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

  • There are a total of 50+ spaces on the premises
  • Four are marked ‘reserved’, ‘handicapped’, ‘disabled’, etc.
  • All four accessible parking spaces have 5’ access aisles
  • Two are ‘van accessible’ with 8’ access aisles
  • Surface is level, 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 12 feet.
  • Route is at least 44 inches wide
  • Surface is level, firm, slip resistant, free of obstacles
  • Route has curb ramps and curb cuts where needed
  • Route is partially covered
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Medium in daytime)

PARKING NOTES:

  • Accessible parking spaces are on each side of the main entrance, on the west side of the building

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)

  • Establishment is located within the STA Service Area for Paratransit

Route Number: 25

Direction: Northbound

Stop Number: #1519

Intersection: Division Street at North River

There is no shelter or bench at this bus stop

  • Distance from nearest bus stop to wheelchair accessible entrance is 350+ feet
  • Route is at least 44 inches wide
  • Surface is level, unbroken, firm, slip resistant, free of obstacles
  • Route has curb ramps and curb cuts where needed
  • Route is covered
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Bright in daytime)

TRANSIT NOTES:

  • Best to cross North River on east side of Division at intersection, then follow sidewalk along Ruby to north side of building entrance.

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EXTERIOR

  • There is a service animal relief area on the premises – grassy areas along sidewalk

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 partially covered (at entrance)
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Bright in daytime)

EXTERIOR NOTES:

  • Neither ramps nor steps are required to enter establishment
  • There is a sidewalk that spans the front (west side) of the building and continues north to the sidewalk along Ruby Street.

RAMPS/STAIRS

No ramps or stairs are needed to enter the establishment

MAIN ENTRANCE

  • Main entrance is located on west side of building.

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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 (actual = 1 lb.)
  • Door handles can be operated with a closed fist
  • There are locations that allow 60” space for a wheelchair to turn around
  • 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”
  • Accessible drinking fountain has spout no higher than 36” from floor and easy- to – operate controls
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Low)

ELEVATORS AND LIFTS

  • There is an elevator on the premises to get to the mezzanine level
  • The elevator is operational
  • The user can operate the elevator or lift independently (i.e. does not have to find assistance or key)
  • The buttons outside are between 25” and 48” from the floor
  • The buttons inside are between 25” and 48” from the floor
  • The buttons are easy to press with closed fist
  • The buttons and signs have Braille and raised letters/ numbers
  • The elevator uses audible tones as well as visible signals
  • Elevator or lift interior is at least 54” deep from door to the back
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Low)EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS:
    • An emergency location is available where there are no flashing alarms (for visitors with seizure disorders that are triggered by these, for instance)
    • There are signs to direct patrons to exits, fire extinguishers, fire alarm pulls
    • Fire alarm pull boxes are no higher than 48”
    • Fire extinguishers are mounted no higher than 48”

SEATING

  • There is no seating in this establishment.

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RESTROOM

    • There are a total of 2 public restrooms in the establishment
    • Users do not need to ask for a key to use the restroom
    • Both restrooms have ‘wheelchair accessible’ signs
    • Signage is on latch side of door between 48” and 60” from floor (actual = 56”)
    • Restroom signs have high contrast, Braille, raised lettering, low glare
    • Doors, handles and levers can be operated with a closed fist

    WOMEN’S RESTROOM

    • Room door has at least 32” clearance when open 90 degrees
    • Accessible stall door has at least 32” clearance when open 90 degrees
    • Stall door opens to the outside
    • Stall door can be opened, closed and latched with a closed fist
    • Stall is at least 60” wide from side to side
    • Stall is at least 56” deep front to back wall
    • Stall 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
    • 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 counter top
    • The faucets can be operated automatically or 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 sinks 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
    • The bottom edge of the lowest mirror is no more than 40” from floor
    • Shelves to set items on are no more than 48” from floor
    • Trash receptacles are positioned so they do not block the route of the door
    • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Medium)

    MEN’S RESTROOM

    • Room door has at least 32” clearance when open 90 degrees
    • Accessible stall door has at least 32” clearance when open 90 degrees
    • Stall door opens to the outside
    • Stall is at least 60” wide from side to side
    • Stall is at least 56” deep front to back wall
    • Stall 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
    • 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 counter top
    • The faucets can be operated automatically or 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 sinks 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
    • The bottom edge of the lowest mirror is no more than 40” from floor
    • Shelves to set items on are no more than 48” from floor
    • Trash receptacles are positioned so they do not block the route of the door
    • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Medium)

    RESTROOM NOTES:

    • Customer restrooms are located on main floor to the right as you enter 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 pads
  • Auditory information is presented visually (“special sales” posted in written format)
  • Visual information is presented audibly (staff will read important information, etc.)
  • The following alternate means are available for patrons to order, contact, or schedule: on-line, phone
  • All items are within reach or assistance is offered to reach them
  • If goods and services are not accessible they are provided in an alternative manner

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Accessibility Ambassador review conducted on May 16, 2016