Forza Coffee Company on S. Sullivan


325 S. Sullivan, Spokane Valley, WA 99037
509-795-8194
www.ForzaCoffee.com

The front of Forza Coffee has large glass windows on both sides of the double door that swings outward. The company logo is on the right-side glass door.

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 26 spaces on the premises
  • Two are marked ‘reserved’, ‘handicapped’, ‘disabled’, etc.
  • Two accessible parking spaces have 5’ access aisle
  • One ‘van accessible’ parking space has 8’ access aisle
  • Accessible parking spaces have signs that are not obstructed when a vehicle is parked there
  • Surface is level, 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 40 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 partially covered
  • Lighting level is medium, and is adequate for mobility and reading signs

PARKING NOTES:

Designated accessible parking is to the left of the store as you face the front

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(s): 97 Stop Number = 3406 Southbound; 3396 Northbound

Intersection: South Sullivan Rd. at Fourth Avenue

There is a bench at the northbound bus stop

  • Distance from nearest bus stop to wheelchair accessible entrance is 150 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
  • Lighting level is bright in daytime, and is adequate for mobility and reading signs

TRANSIT NOTES:

It’s best to use sidewalk on east side of Sullivan

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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
  • There are tactile warning strips or high contrast paint at curb ramps, stairwells, building entrances, parking areas and pedestrian crossings

RAMPS/STAIRS

No ramps or stairs are needed to enter the establishment

MAIN ENTRANCE

  • The establishment has one public entrances
  • 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 (side to side, toward you, toward inside, other)
  • Door has at least 32” clearance when door is open 90 degrees
  • Door is easy to open, requiring 10 lbs or less of force (actual = 10 lbs)
  • Lighting level is medium in daytime, and is adequate for mobility and reading signs

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INTERIOR

  • Hallways and aisles are at least 36” wide, or not less than 28” for 4 foot intervals
  • 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 low, yet 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

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS:

  • There are signs to direct patrons to exits, area of refuge, fire extinguishers, fire alarm pulls
  • Fire extinguishers are in employee areas

SEATING

  • All seating areas in the common area can be accessed without steps
  • Customers can maneuver between tables without bumping into chairs (36” aisles)
  • There are two tables with legroom for wheelchair users [bottom of table = 27” to 34”]
  • All tables and chairs can be moved or rearranged
  • There is one round or oval table that can seat 5-9 individuals
  • Lighting level is low, yet is adequate for mobility and reading menu / program
  • An area is available with low visual stimulation
  • There are spaces for companions to sit next to the wheelchair users

SEATING NOTES:

Floor in seating area has concrete and tile

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RESTROOM

  • There are two public restrooms in the establishment
  • Users do not need to ask someone 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
  • Restroom signs have high contrast, Braille, raised lettering, low glare
  • Doors, handles, and levers can be operated with a closed fist
  • Both restrooms are single use, with no stall 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 (actual = 0 lbs)
  • 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 flushes automatically or 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 countertop
  • 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 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
  • The bottom edge of the lowest mirror is no more than 40” from floor
  • Trash receptacles are positioned so they do not block the route of the door
  • Lighting level is low, yet 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 (actual = 0 lbs)
  • 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 flushes automatically or 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 countertop
  • 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 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
  • The bottom edge of the lowest mirror is no more than 40” from floor
  • Trash receptacles are positioned so they do not block the route of the door
  • Lighting level is low, yet is adequate for mobility and reading signs

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COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES &
CUSTOMER SERVICE

  • Acoustics are comfortable (no echoing, loud music, etc). Noise level = medium
  • If a customer is unable to hear, other forms of communication include: writing pad, one employee signs ASL
  • Staff have received instructions on how to arrange ASL services upon request (in person or remote)
  • If there are TVs or projected video, captioning is turned ‘on’ as default
  • Auditory information is presented visually
  • Menus are available in large print, Braille, and/or online.
  • Visual information is presented audibly (servers will read menus, etc.)
  • The following alternate means are available for patrons to order, contact, or schedule: Phone
  • 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 by Katrina Montemayor and Dave Reynolds on May 27, 2016