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Cornell Science and Engineering Library

Swarthmore College, 22 Whittier Place, Swarthmore, PA, 19081

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Access Guide

Access To

  • The Cornell Science and Engineering Library is located on floor 1 of the Dupont Science Center, just inside entrance SC-18 and near the floors 0.0, 0.2, 1.0, 1.2 and 2 elevator.
  • View information on Dupont Science Center (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • Some flooring is shiny along the route.
  • Step-free access is on approach from SC-18 without an elevator.
  • There is step-free access from entrance SC-2 by travelling through Eldridge Commons and using the floors 0.0, 0.2 1.0, 1.2 and 2.0 elevator.
  • If accessing the library via the elevator please select floor 1.0. This will bypass a stepped level change from Eldridge Commons and the main areas of the Dupont Science Center.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to enter.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance; however, one door is locked.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • There is a push plate/sensor at a height of 2ft 9in (85cm).
  • The door has a lever handle.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 6in (76cm).
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Restrooms and Changing Facilities Available

Lobby

  • The lobby is located in front of you on entrance.
  • The lobby is approximately 8yd 2ft (8m) from the main entrance.
  • The most accessible route to the lobby has step-free level access.
  • The height of the desk is 3ft 7in (109cm).
  • The lowered section of the desk is at a height of 2ft 7in (78cm).
  • The desk has patterned/distracting backgrounds and windows that may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is space for a wheelchair user to maneuver (60in x 60in - 1525mm x 1525mm).

Library

  • Library Details View
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • There is space for a wheelchair user to maneuver (60in x 60in - 1525mm x 1525mm).
    • The width between shelves on floor 2 is 2ft 5in (73cm).
    • There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
    • There are chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, booths, bench seats and wide chairs with armrests in this area.
    • There are coffee tables, tables, high tables, long tables and fixed desks in this area.
    • There are some tables suitable for wheelchair users (between 28in and 34in - 710mm and 860mm from the floor).
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: large print, e-book, e-journal and audio.
    • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: ergonomic chairs and headsets.
    • Accessible software available for the computers includes: Dragon Naturally Speaking.

Elevator

  • The elevator is located to your left on entering the library.
  • The elevator surveyed is approximately 5yd 1ft (5m) from the library entrance.
  • The most accessible route to the elevator has step-free level access.
  • The floors which are accessible by this elevator are ground, 1 and 2.
  • The elevator has a turning space of 30in x 48in (760mm x 1220mm) in front of it.
  • The external elevator control buttons have a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external elevator controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user (between 15in - 48in (380mm - 1220mm)).
  • The weight limit for the elevator is 2500lbs.
  • The elevator door has a high visual contrast.
  • The elevator door opening width is 3ft 5in (105cm).
  • The internal dimensions of the elevator are 6ft 8in width x 4ft 5in depth (204cm x 135cm).
  • The internal elevator control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
  • The majority of the internal elevator controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user (between 15in - 48in (380mm - 1220mm)).
  • Internally the elevator has: a visual floor indicator.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairway

  • The stairway surveyed is located in front of you on entering the library.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairway are ground, 1 and 2.
  • There are 20 steps between floors.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The height of the handrails is 7in (17cm).
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the highest step is 7in (17cm).
  • The minimum tread depth is 12in (30cm).
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a permanently held open door on floor 1 that opens away from you to access the stairway between floors 1 and 2.
  • There is a closed manual door that opens towards you to access the second floor via the stairway.

Restroom with Accessibility Features (Floor 1 - Gender Inclusive - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The restroom surveyed is a single-occupant restroom.
    • The restroom surveyed is located to your left on entrance.
    • The restroom surveyed is approximately 8yd 2ft (8m) from the library entrance.
    • The most accessible route to the restroom has step-free level access.
    • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the restroom door.
    • The door into the restroom opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The door has a lever handle.
    • The width of the restroom door opening is 2ft 9in (84cm).
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The overall dimensions are 5ft 11in x 8ft 2in (181cm x 250cm).
    • The turning space dimensions are 5ft 7in x 5ft 11in (170cm x 180cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the toilet as you look at it.
    • The lateral transfer space is 3ft 11in (120cm) (from the side of the toilet bowl to the wall).
    • There is a push button flush on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab bar on the rear wall and on the side wall.
    • The horizontal grab bar has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
    • The toilet seat is 1ft 7in (48cm) from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall-mounted toilet paper dispenser that can be easily reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet paper dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet paper dispenser is 1ft 8in (50cm) from the floor.
    • The sink is 2ft 10in (86cm) from the floor.
    • The area underneath the sink is obstructed .
    • The sink faucet type is lever-style mixer.
    • There is a wall-mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 3ft 5in (103cm) from the floor.
    • There is not a paper towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall-mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 3ft 2in (97cm) from the floor.
    • The mirror has been angled for ease of use.
    • There is an unobstructed shelf.
    • The shelf is at a recommended height (within 48in - 1220mm from the floor).
    • The stall has a wastebasket and a sanitary products receptacle.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.