Man Shop on E. Sprague


4902 E. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99212
509-535-2739
http://www.themanshops.com

The main entrance to the Man Shop has double doors. Printed on the left door are store hours. There are large glass windows on both sides of the doors.

ACCESSIBILITY
FEATURES:
PARKING ON STREET
ACCESS TO TRANSIT
EXTERIOR PATHWAY &
SEATING
ENTRANCES
INTERIOR
SEATING
RESTROOM
COMMUNICATION
TECHNOLOGIES & CUSTOMER SERVICE

PARKING

This business has the following types of parking: free lot shared with four businesses

  • There are a total of 24 spaces on the premises
  • Two are marked ‘reserved’, ‘handicapped’, ‘disabled’, etc.
  • Those two are accessible parking spaces with 5’ access aisles
  • Both are ‘van accessible’ parking spaces with 8’ access aisles
  • 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

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)

1) Fixed Route Number(s): 90

Direction: Eastbound

Stop Number: 2867

Intersection: Sprague at Custer Road (has audible crosswalk signals)

There is a bench at this bus stop

  • Distance from nearest bus stop to wheelchair accessible entrance is 500+ 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 is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Bright in daytime)

TRANSIT NOTES:

  • Nearest westbound stop is at least 2 blocks away

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EXTERIOR

 

  • There is a service animal relief area on the premises – grass next to parking lot
  • This establishment does not have exterior pathways or walkways
  • Steps and ramps are not needed as this is a single-story building

RAMPS/STAIRS

No ramps or stairs are needed to enter the establishment

MAIN ENTRANCE

  • The establishment has one 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
  • Door is easy to open, requiring 10 lbs or less of force
  • Door handles can be operated with closed fist
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Medium in daytime)

ENTRANCE NOTES:

Entrance is on east end of north side of building

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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”
  • 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”
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Low/Medium/Bright)

INTERIOR NOTES:

  • Customers can pay at individual stations

SIGNAGE:

  • Signs include images, illustrations, or icons

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS:

  • Emergency alarms are both audible and visible
  • An emergency location is available (restroom) where there are no flashing alarms
  • There are signs to direct patrons to exits and fire extinguishers
  • Fire extinguishers are mounted no higher than 48”

ELEVATORS AND LIFTS

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

SEATING

  • One or more seating areas can be accessed without steps
  • Customers can maneuver between tables and chairs without bumping into them (36” aisles)
  • The area had moderate background sound during our visit
  • There are spaces for companions to sit next to wheelchair users
  • Lighting is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Bright)

SEATING NOTES:

  • There are 8 movable chairs in the customer waiting area

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RESTROOM

  • There is one customer restroom in the establishment
  • Users do not need to ask for a key to use the restroom
  • This restroom has ‘wheelchair accessible’ signs
  • Restrooms is designated “family”, “unisex”, or “assisted use”
  • 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
  • This restroom has a single toilet so does not require a separate stall
  • Room door has at least 32” clearance when open 90 degrees
  • Door is easy to open, requiring 5 lbs or less force to open
  • Door opens to the inside
  • Door can be opened, closed, and latched with a closed fist
  • 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 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 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)
  • 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
  • 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 is adequate for mobility and reading signs (Medium)

RESTROOM NOTES:

  • Restroom is located toward the back of the store

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COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES &
CUSTOMER SERVICE

  • One or more public phones are available w/adjustable volume control
  • Public phones have controls min 48” from floor, protruding < 4” from wall
  • If a customer is unable to hear, other forms of communication include: writing pad
  • Staff have received instructions on how to arrange ASL services upon request (in person or remote)
  • Captioning was turned ‘on’ for TVs during our visit
  • Auditory information is presented visually
  • Menus or important documents are available in large print, Braille, and/or online.
  • Visual information is presented audibly (staff will read price lists out loud, etc.)
  • The following alternate means are available for patrons to order, contact, or schedule: email, on-line, phone
  • If goods and services are not accessible, they are provided in alternative manner

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Accessibility Ambassador review conducted on August 22, 2016