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Dana Hall

Swarthmore College, 500 College Ave, Swarthmore, PA, 19081

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About

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free via slopes with varying degrees of gradient.
  • Primary access to Dana Hall is via the main entrance at Danawell (Dwell) Hall. There is step-free level access to all areas of the building, via the elevator in Danawell Hall.
  • In addition to the outside entrance at Danawell Hall, Dana Hall has 7 entrances, 3 of which are outside accesses (two by key only); the remaining 4 being internal entrances from Danawell Hall on each floor.
    There is step-free level access to Dana Hall via single manual doors at all 4 internal entrances. These doors are permanently held open on the second and third floors.
  • The internal entrance on the lower level of Danawell Hall is signed as "Dana". The remaining 3 internal entrances inside Danawell Hall, on the first, second and third floors, are unsigned.
    The outside accesses are signed as DA-1 and Exit Only doors: DA-2 and DA-3.
  • All 4 internal entrances inside Danawell Hall give direct step-free level access to the corresponding floor of Dana Hall.
    There is no elevator within Dana Hall itself, but there is step-free level access to each internal entrance via the elevator in Danawell Hall.
  • The DA-1 entrance provides ramped/sloped access to the lower level of Dana Hall, via single manual door with a locked extension leaf.
    The DA-2 and DA-3 doors (primarily exits) provide step-free level access to the lower level of Dana Hall, via single manual doors. A physical key is required to enter the building through either of these exits.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free level access throughout the building on all floors, and to all floors via the Danawell Hall elevator.
  • Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are comprised of shiny vinyl flooring, low-pile carpet.
  • There are resting areas in circulation and lobby areas throughout the building with a mixture of seating.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided within the building; however each room and facility is clearly signed on the door.

Restrooms and Changing Facilities Available

  • Multiple-stall Restrooms with Accessibility Features View
    • The multiple-stall restroom with accessibility features is located inside the standard male restrooms on the lower level.
    • The multiple-stall restroom with accessibility features has no transfer space available.
    • The accessibility features of this stall include grab bars, but dimensions are not sufficient to be considered an ADA wheelchair accessible stall.
  • Standard Restrooms View
    • Step-free male restrooms are located on the lower level and first floor.
    • Step-free female restrooms are located on lower level, first floor and the third floor.
    • Step-free gender inclusive restrooms are located on the second floor.
  • Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located within all standard restrooms on the lower level through the third floor.

Entrance (Danawell Hall Main Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of Danawell Hall.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess that provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 3ft 11in (119cm).
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance; however, one door is locked.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • There is a push plate/sensor at a height of 3ft 3in (100cm).
  • The doors have pull handles.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 8in (82cm).
  • There is a squared threshold (more than 1/2in) at the opening.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors; however, one door is locked.
  • The second set of doors open towards you.
  • There is a push plate/sensor at a height of 3ft 9in (115cm).
  • The doors have pull handles.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (85cm).
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.

Entrance (Lower Level 0 - Danawell Hall to Dana Hall)

  • This entrance is located to the left as you enter Danawell Hall via the main entrance - DW-1.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 3ft 10in (116cm).
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The door has a lever handle.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (83cm).
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Entrance (First Floor - Danawell Hall to Dana Hall)

  • This entrance is located on the first floor of Danawell Hall, to the left as you exit the Danawell Hall elevator.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The door has a pull handle.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (84cm).
  • The door has a medium visual contrast.

Entrance (Second Floor - Danawell Hall to Dana Hall)

  • This entrance is located on the second floor of Danawell Hall, to the left as you exit the Danawell Hall elevator.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The door has a pull handle.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (83cm).
  • The door has a medium visual contrast.

Entrance (Third Floor - Danawell Hall to Dana Hall)

  • This entrance is located on the third floor of Danawell Hall, to the left as you exit the Danawell Hall elevator.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The door has a pull handle.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 9in (83cm).
  • The door has a medium visual contrast.

Lounge

  • The room surveyed is located straight ahead along the corridor as you enter Dana Hall through the lower level entrance inside Danawell Hall.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and narrow corridors/walkways.
  • There is step-free level access to enter.
  • There is an opening without doors to enter the room.
  • The width of the opening is 4ft 1in (125cm).
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable space for a wheelchair user to maneuver (60in x 60in - 1525mm x 1525mm).
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high.
  • There are wide chairs with armrests and wide chairs without armrests in this room.
  • There are coffee tables in this room.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm and a television with subtitles.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the presence of large glass panels/windows.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There is also shiny vinyl flooring in the area, in addition to the deep pile carpet.

Laundry Room (021)

  • The laundry room is located straight ahead along the corridor as you enter Dana Hall via the lower level entrance.
  • The most accessible route to the laundry room has step-free level access and narrow corridors/walkways.
  • There is step-free level access to enter.
  • There is a single manual door to enter the laundry room.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The door has a lever handle.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 5in (73cm).
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is not space for a wheelchair user to maneuver (60in x 60in - 1525mm x 1525mm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Facilities within the laundry room include a washer and a dryer.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user (between 15in - 48in (380mm - 1220mm) from the floor): the washer and the dryer.
  • The work surface is at a height of 2ft 10in (87cm).
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • The tables may not be suitable for wheelchair users (between 28in and 34in - 710mm and 860mm from the floor).
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a clear knee recess of 32in (82cm) underneath the standard work surface.

Kitchen (022)

  • The kitchen is located straight ahead along the corridor as you enter Dana Hall via the lower level entrance.
  • The most accessible route to the kitchen has step-free level access and narrow corridors/walkways.
  • There is step-free level access to enter.
  • There is a single manual door to enter the kitchen.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The door has a lever handle.
  • The width of the opening is 2ft 7in (78cm).
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to maneuver (60in x 60in - 1525mm x 1525mm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The work surface is at a height of 2ft 12in (91cm).
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The cooktop is at a height of 3ft (92cm).
  • A lowered cooktop is not available.
  • The cooktop controls are located at the back.
  • The stove controls and door opening handle are within 15in - 48in (380mm - 1220mm) from the floor.
  • The stove controls are located at the back.
  • The sink is at a height of 3ft (92cm).
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink faucet type is lever-style mixer.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a refrigerator and a freezer.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user (between 15in - 48in (380mm - 1220mm) from the floor): the refrigerator and the freezer.
  • There are chairs with armrests in the kitchen.
  • There are tables in the kitchen.
  • The tables may not be suitable for wheelchair users (between 28in and 34in - 710mm and 860mm from the floor).
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • There is an 33in (86cm) high knee recess under the standard work surface, and a 23in (72cm) high knee recess under the standard sink.

Restroom with Accessibility Features (Lower Level - Male - No Transfer Space)

  • Location and Access View
    • The restroom surveyed is a multiple-stall restroom.
    • The restroom surveyed is located on the lower level of Hallowell Hall, to the right before the central lounge area as you enter via the lower level entrance.
    • The restroom surveyed is approximately 17yd 1ft (16m) from the lower level entrance.
    • The most accessible route to the restroom has step-free level access and narrow corridors/walkways.
    • There is step-free level access into the restroom.
    • The accessibility features of this stall include grab bars, but dimensions are not sufficient to be considered an ADA wheelchair accessible stall.
    • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the restroom door.
    • The door into the restroom opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The door has no handle.
    • The width of the restroom door opening is 2ft 7in (78cm).
    • The door into the stall opens inwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the stall door opening is 2ft 6in (75cm).
    • The door has a sliding bolt lock.
    • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The overall dimensions are 4ft 5in x 7ft 11in (135cm x 242cm).
    • The turning space dimensions are 4ft 5in x 5ft 3in (135cm x 160cm).
    • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
    • There is a lever flush on the left as you look at the toilet.
    • There is a horizontal grab bar on the rear wall and to the left of the toilet (as you face it).
    • The horizontal grab bars have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
    • The toilet seat is 1ft 7in (47cm) 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 2ft 9in (85cm) from the floor.
    • The sink is 2ft 9in (85cm) from the floor.
    • The area underneath the sink is unobstructed .
    • 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 4ft 2in (126cm) from the floor.
    • There is a wall-mounted paper towel dispenser.
    • The paper towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The paper towel dispenser is 4ft 8in (141cm) from the floor.
    • There is a wall-mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 3ft 10in (116cm) from the floor.
    • There is a mirror above the sink/counter top; however, its bottom edge is not within 40in (1000mm) maximum from the finish floor.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The stall has no disposal facilities.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 4ft 10in (147cm) from the floor.
    • There is a medium visual contrast between the walls and floor.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • The outer restroom door has a push bar handle.
      There is a 21in (54cm) space on either side of the toilet seat.
      There are further coat hooks outside of the stall opposite the standard showers and by the sinks. These have a height range between 58in (148cm) and 72in (185cm).