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Push 2015 | The York Theatre
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Name and address of audited space: The York TheatreDate Audited: January 2015
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639 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC V5L 2W2http://thecultch.com/locations/york-theatre/
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Box Office: 604-251-1363 (operated by The Cultch)
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OVERALL ACCESSIBILITY RATINGS:
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ACCESS CATEGORY:FULLSEMINONN/ACOMMENTS
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Blind and Low Visionvarious levels of view
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Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Other Audio Barriers
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EMS (Electro Magnetic Sensitivity)
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Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Scent Reduction/ Scent Freeno scent policy but not a big issue in space.
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Wheelchair/ Scooter User /Mobility Limited
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Bathroom Access
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Other Access Categories
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for more info: http://radicalaccessiblecommunities.wordpress.com/radical-access-mapping-project-vancouver/
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GENERAL RENTAL / SPACE INFOFULLSEMINONN/ACOMMENTS
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Primary function of the spaceProscenium theatre w/ balcony level
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Hours of operation:Upon booking
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Size of space, in square footageN/A
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Maximum capacity for events/house370 for house
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Rental fees (give full week range)http://thecultch.com/rentals/rates/
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What does rental include?
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Specific requirements for rental
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SIGNAGE & WAYFINDINGFULLSEMINONN/ACOMMENTS
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Signage is in a clearly visible location?
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Highly visible w/large, thick lettering <22pt font?
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Non-glare finish so it's easier to read?
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Letters & background high contrast for easier reading?
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Braile?
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Tactile?
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At a good height (5’ above floor to centre-line of sign)?
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Can a person approach within 36” of sign without standing within door swing?
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Directional signage large & consistent (colour, height, placement)?Space is relatively small.
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Well-lit at night?
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LIGHTINGFULLSEMINONN/ACOMMENTS
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Is lighting even throughout the venue?
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Are there well-lit areas for people who use sign language to lip read and/sign?lobby
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Are any hazards well-lit?
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What kind of lighting: fluorescent, incandescent, halogen etc? Describemix of all
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Can fluorescent lighting be turned off and other lighting used instead?
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Strobe lights restricted, banned or simply not available in the space?restricted
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Are warning signs used if strobe light/ smoke/ explosive sounds are used (as any one of these can pose danger to some?
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VEHICLE & MOBILITY SCOOTER PARKINGFULLSEMINONN/ACOMMENTS
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Accessible or other parking within 200 feet of the building?street parking in the front or around. No designated accessible parking.
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Well-signposted (upright & ground signage)?
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Signage regarding the misuse of the spaces?N/A
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Are the spaces on level ground?
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Is there a slip resistant surface?
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Extra space designated to allow access to & from car (12’ wide; 26’ high)?N/A
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Allow easy & barrier-free access to closest entrance?need to access through curb cut.
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Can the user avoid passing through traffic & behind parked cars?street parking.
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Are there areas/ spaces inside to park mobility scooters? Where?Can park at lobby. Please inform the theatre in advance.
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EXTERIOR ACCESSFULLSEMINONN/ACOMMENTS
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Outdoor paths in good condition (no roots, cracks, holes) to prevent tripping etc?
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Marked w/paint to indicate wheelchair accessible paths?no designated w/c accessible path. Need to proceed from curb cut.
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Outline path edges with high contrast paint?
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Grate slots go against traffic flow so wheelchair wheels don't get stuck?
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Grate slots no more than ½” wide?
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Sidewalks, ramps & paths 36” wide?
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Drop-off near accessible entrance?can drop off on Commercial or around the theatre in alley.
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Walkways well-lit at night?
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Slip-resistant surface?N/A
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GETTING THERE: PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ETC.FULLSEMINONN/ACOMMENTS
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Transit near accessible entrance? How near?#20 bus (Victoria direction) stops 5m away from theatre. When catching #20 going Downtown direction, need to cross the intersection one block up hill for safe crossing. The closest intersection does not have traffic lights.
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Are there curb cuts leading from transit to the venue to ensure those using wheelchairs & others unable to climp a step can access the space?
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Transit accessible?
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Bus? Train? Other?bus
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Route #s and other information#20 bus Victoria stop at Commercial & Frances. #20 bus Downtown stop at Commercial & Georgia
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Bike lockups? Where?no designated. Can street bike lockups.
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DOORS: main and internal, excluding washroomFULLSEMINONN/ACOMMENTS
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Is there a wheelchair accessible entrance?left hand side of box office
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Is there signage to the accessible entrance?but with a push button. Can contact box office staff.
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Entrance well lit at night?
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Path to the accessible entrance clear of obstacles, roots, big cracks, etc?
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Door is at least 33 3/4" wide? (BC Building Code Standard, 2013)44”
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Does door open inwards or outwards?outwards
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Door swing clearance (from door edge to ramp edge) at least 32” to allow enough space when using a wheelchair or other mobility device, or for larger people?
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Operable by a single effort (no more than 8.5 lbs pressure for push or pull)?push button
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Are doors automatic?both from inside and outside
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Do automatic doors work?
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Can users open doors themselves? Wait for assistance? Describe.can also ask for assistance
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Thresholds flush with floor, or nearly so (>½”)?
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Doormats stationary, flat or recessed (> ½” high)?
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Wing handles, not knobs (there are many people who cannot grasp a doorknob)?
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3 second closing delay to allow entry without being hit by the door?
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Peephole or windows in doors reachable (> 5 high’)?N/A
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Locks no higher than 5’?
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Is there a doorbell at 48" high or less?
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If so, is there a visible and/or tactile indicator? Describe.N/A
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ELEVATORS/LIFTSFULLSEMINONN/ACOMMENTS
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Do you have a lift?