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Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
2019 to 2024
This document is available in alternate formats, upon request.
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Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary .................................................................................................... 3
2. Aim .............................................................................................................................. 3
3. Objectives ................................................................................................................... 4
4. Description of the Township of Warwick ...................................................................... 4
5. The Township of Warwick Commitment to Accessibility Planning ............................... 4
6. Barriers and Identification ............................................................................................ 5
7. Review and Monitoring Process .................................................................................. 7
8. Communication of the Plan ......................................................................................... 7
Contact Information ..................................................................................................... 7
Schedule A: AODA/IASR Requirements Completed and 2019 to 2021 Legislative Action
Plan ............................................................................................................................... 27
A. Legislated Actions ............................................................................................... 27
B. Non Legislated Actions ........................................................................................ 32
1. Watford Public Library .............................................................................................. 9
Town Administration Building ........................................................................................ 14
Watford Arena ............................................................................................................... 16
Warwick Community Centre .......................................................................................... 20
Watford Fire Hall ........................................................................................................... 22
Warwick Township Baseball, Park and Pavilion ............................................................ 24
Appendix A .................................................................................................................... 27
Recommendation Summary .......................................................................................... 33
Appendix B .................................................................................................................... 37
Design Figures .............................................................................................................. 37
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1. Executive Summary
The Township of Warwick is committed to ensuring that the goods and services it
provides and makes available to its residents and visitors are accessible to all. Over the
years, the Township has maintained a proactive approach to addressing barriers to its
buildings, facilities, programs, practices, and services by implementing positive changes
geared towards improving accessibility.
As a result of the Ontario Disability Act (ODA, 2001) and the Accessibility for Ontarians
with Disabilities Act (AODA, 2005) the Township is required to develop a Multi-year
Accessibility Plan and a follow-up annual plan that determine how the municipality will
eliminate barrier to the accessibility of its goods and services. This plan describes the
measures the Township has taken in the past, and will take during the current and
subsequent years to identify, remove, and prevent barriers for people with disabilities,
including employees and members of the community.
The AODA, and the follow-up Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulation (IASR,
2011), has established mandatory accessibility standards for both public and private
organizations including specific compliance timelines for each standard. The objective
of the regulatory standards established under the AODA is to make Ontario fully
accessible by 2025 in the areas of:
Customer Service (O. Reg. 429/07)
Transportation (O. Reg. 191/11)
Information and Communications (O. Reg. 191/11)
Employment (O. Reg. 191/11), and
Built Environment (O. Reg. 413/12).
The Accessible Customer Service Standard (O. Reg. 429/07) has been implemented in
the Township of Warwick and has focused on providing accessible customer service
through staff training and developing policies and procedures.
The IASR is designed with staggered compliance deadlines to maximize accessibility
while giving organizations time to plan for more difficult or costly provisions. The
Regulation sets out standards for accessible employment, information and
communications, and transportation. Further, the Design for Public Spaces Standard
(41/12) is also included under the umbrella of the IASR. Deadlines for municipal
compliance with the IASR and supplementary regulations range from July 1, 2011 to
January 1, 2021.
2. Aim
The aim of this Multi-Year Accessibility Plan is to:
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Identify specific requirements applicable to the Township of Warwick as
mandated by the Province of Ontario through the Integrated Accessibility
Standards Regulation, and
Outline the measures that have been taken or will be undertaken from 2019 to
2024 and beyond to ensure compliance with the Regulation.
Identify potential barriers, solutions and timelines that may affect the
participation of people with disabilities within the Township of Warwick
3. Objectives
The objectives of this plan are to:
1)
Describe the process by which the municipality will identify, remove and
prevent barriers to people with disabilities.
2)
Describe the process and measures the Township of Warwick will undertake
to fulfill the requirements within the mandated timelines.
3)
Make a commitment to prepare an annual status report on the progress of the
measures taken to complete the requirements.
4)
Make a commitment to review and update the accessibility plan at least once
every five years.
5)
Describe how the plan will be made available to the public.
4. Description of the Township of Warwick
The Township of Warwick is a restructured municipality (1998) comprised of the former
municipalities of the Village of Watford and the Township of Warwick. The new
municipality has a population of approximately 4060 residents. There is no seasonal
population in the municipality.
The municipality is responsible for the provision of municipal services throughout the
municipality including (1) arena, (2) community halls, (1) library, (4) ball diamonds and
park buildings, (2) fire halls, (2) works depots, (4) recreation courts, (1) Old
Firehall/Museum, and (1) municipal office.
5. The Township of Warwick Commitment to Accessibility
Planning
The Township of Warwick is committed to:
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The continual improvement of access to municipal premises, facilities and
services for its ratepayers and staff with disabilities.
The provision of quality services to all ratepayers and members of the community
with disabilities.
6. Barriers and Identification
A. Barriers
A "barrier" is anything that may prevent a person with a disability from fully participating
in the community, this may include physical barriers, architectural barriers, informational
of communication barriers, attitudinal barriers, technological barriers, or because of a
policy or a practice.
B. Barrier Identification Methodologies
To ensure that this review is at a high standard, the following resources were used to
identify potential barriers:
City of Ottawa Accessibility Standards (2017)
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Standards (2005)
AODA Design of Public Spaces Standard (DOPS,2012)
The Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC)
The Ontario Building Code (OBC, 2015)
Facilities Accessibility Design Standards (2007)
GAATES, Illustrated Technical Guide of the Design of Public Spaces (2013)
Oakville Universal Design Standards (2015)
Pathways to Recreation, Parks and Recreation Ontario (2014)
These criteria assist in identifying the accessibility level of all buildings and outdoor
spaces identified in this report at a high standard. It is critical to note that although we
included an increased level of accessibility that will drastically improve the condition of
these spaces, it is impossible to make them completely accessible to every individual.
However, staff included best practices and considered the following disabilities when
creating the criteria for this plan:
Auditory disabilities
Intellectual disabilities
Physical disabilities
Developmental disabilities
Visual disabilities
Learning Disabilities
Mental Health Disabilities
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In addition, the Township of Warwick recognizes that inclusive design positively affects
all members of the public and every person will experience variations of abilities
throughout their lives. Improving the accessibility level of these spaces assists all
people living and visiting the Township of Warwick and not just those with disabilities.
Defining Recommendations
Immediately
Completed in the first year after
receiving this report
Upon Request
If needed, or if a person requests a
specific accommodation
One to three years
Complete recommendation one to
three years after report
Three to five years
Complete recommendation three
to five years after report
Five to ten years
Complete recommendation five to
ten years after report
Major Construction
Complete when significant
planning and construction is
scheduled
C. Barriers Previously Identified
An accessibility review was completed of each location identified in the chart below and
in this report to identify barriers in those locations and over the next five years; the
municipality will review and focus on the removal of these barriers.
Barrier
Barrier Type
Strategy for Removal/Prevention
Municipal
Road Signage
Communicational The municipality will phase out existing road
signage with small print and replace with larger
print signs that will meet code. Continue to install
signs that warn motorists of persons with
disabilities.
Accessible
Parking Spots
Communicational Recent study completed. Improve painting and
signage for all parking spots.
Municipal
office
Architectural
Automated front doors are required.
Watford Arena
Architectural
Design drawings completed in 2012 for grant
application for a wheelchair accessible lift and
other accessibility improvements. Construction
expected in 2013.
Sidewalk
Architectural
Implement a plan for the removal/replacement of
old sidewalks in Watford to an accessible width.
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7. Review and Monitoring Process
The Township of Warwick plans to further identify accessibility issues and update the
Multi-Year Plan to meet the accessibility guidelines in the future.
Services of the County Planning and Building Inspection Department will be utilized to
advise the code and accessibility guidelines during retrofit procedures.
Accessibility will continue to be a factor in decision making about programs and services
and facility design and retrofit. The success of this plan depends on having a clear way
to measure, evaluate and report on progress.
The Township of Warwick will report publicly on progress toward accessibility in the
following ways:
Make publicly available accessibility plans and annual progress reports (web and
hard copy).
Submit required compliance reports to the Accessibility Directorate of Ontario, which
regulates compliance for all organizations in Ontario.
8. Communication of the Plan
The Township of Warwick"s Multi-Year Accessibility Plan will be available on the
Township"s website (www.warwicktownship.ca). Copies of the Plan are available in the
Municipal Office in the Township of Warwick.
On request, the report will be made available on hard copy, in large print, or electronic
format.
Contact Information
Location and Mailing Address:
Township of Warwick
6332 Nauvoo Rd, R.R. #8
Watford, ON N0M 2S0
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Township of Warwick
2019 Facility and Outdoor Spaces
Accessibility Review
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1. Watford Public Library
Watford Library is a unique space. It was built before the modernization of accessibility
using a beautiful heritage building. Over time, the building has been modified to reduce
barriers for people with disabilities. These are great additions that allow all members of
the public to access the library without barriers and help to create an inclusive
community.
Findings
Although many accessibility improvements have been made at the library over the years
to assist people with disabilities, there are issues that still need to be addressed.
Accessing High Shelves
Libraries are a unique space due to the need to accommodate book racks and
reference materials at both high and low shelving heights. One of the most important
recommendations in all libraries, not just Watford, is to ensure staff members are
always available to assist members of the public that are unable to reach high shelves
for materials when requested. This will allow people in wheelchairs and other mobility
devices to be able to have access to all materials in the
library.
Parking
The parking for Watford Library is located at the rear of the
building. One of the biggest insufficiencies with this location
is the lack of accessible parking. Ideally, because the parking
lot is so small, one type "A" accessible parking spot should
be included in this area with an access aisle (see figure 1)
that is on an accessible, barrier free path of travel. The best
location for the parking would be at the rear entrance near
the doors. (However, for reasons outlined below the access
should be located to the left of the push button controls for
the automatic doors.) Furthermore, a curb cut would need to
be installed at the end of the access aisle to allow for barrier
free path of travel to the entrance.
Path of Travel
Another large deficiency with the building is the size of the sidewalk at the rear entrance
and the location of the button for the power door system. For a person on a mobility
device to enter the building, the individual would need to enter the sidewalk and travel
past the doors to push the button to the left of the entrance. The sidewalk is currently
914 mm in front of the library doors. This does not provide enough of a turning radius to
allow for the person to maneuver safely without falling off the sidewalk. Ideally, the main
accessible entrance should have a lead up sidewalk of 1800 mm and in front of the door
Figure 1: Accessible Parking
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there should be a landing that is 1650 mm x 1650 mm. This allows for enough room for
a person to safely turn entering the building. Furthermore, the current design of the
push button and the door could be a hazard with individuals with low to no sight.
Typically, a person using a cane to navigate would travel the accessible path of travel
from the sidewalk. Having the power door button situated to the left of the doorway puts
the individual into the path of the swinging door and potentially knocking the person off
the sidewalk into the parking lot. Adding a landing would provide enough room for a
person to navigate safely into the building.
Walkways
In addition to the issues with parking, the current walkway leading to
the library from the parking lot is 1200 mm. Ideally, all walkways
should have a clear width of 1800 mm. This would provide for passing
of multiple mobility device users and ensure that the exterior path of
travel is accessible to the building (as seen in figure)
In addition, all changes in elevation, such as a curb ramp or
depressed curbs, would need to have a tactile walking surface
indicator (TWSI). TWSIs are installed at the bottom portion of the
ramp and set-back 150 to 200 mm from the back edge of the curb
(see figure 2).
Front Steps
The front steps are a beautiful feature of the library and enhance the
aesthetics of the building. However, with a few small additions, these
steps can also be more accessible to members of the public. One
recommendation would be to add horizontal marking strips that are at
a high contrasting colour from the actual steps. These strips will help
prevent slippage and also assist a person with low-sight to find each
step under foot. Each strip would extend the full length of the step.
Moreover, the top of the steps should include TWSI to caution people
of a change in elevation. TWSI should start one tread depth back from
the leading edge of the steps (see figure for more design details)
Figure 3: TWSI Design on Stairs
Figure 2: Accessible
Walkway
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Front Entrance
The front doors entering the building enhance the look of the building. However, ideally
(although not required under the AODA) the addition of a power door system would
assist members of the public with accessing the building, especially those individuals
that have no issues with using stairs but may not have the strength or ability to open a
door. Adding the power door system would increase the accessibility level of the
building.
Interior Environments
An individual requiring an accessible entrance must use the back entrance of the
building. Once inside, a person enters a small foyer that is cluttered with signs and
cleaning materials. The sign advertising the events held at the building was blocking
the button for the accessible door preventing anyone from pushing the button.
Recommendation would be to find another location in the building to store these
materials that does not impact the accessibility of an already small foyer
One good feature of the building is the matting on the floor. This matting provides not
only a non-slip feature for people but also guides individuals with low sight to the stairs
because people can feel the matting underfoot.
Although the foyer is small (6 x 8 feet), ideally it should have a place for a person to sit,
for people with balance and stability issues waiting for the lift.
Lift
The Watford Library consists of a lift to allow people who are unable to use the stairs to
access the second floor. In order to use the lift, a person would need to press a call
button at the bottom of the lift. Ideally, a staff person would hear the call and assist the
individuals with entering the lift and moving to the next level. However, at the time of this
review the call button did not function. A recommendation would be to have the call
button working at all times.
Interior Steps
The steps leading to the second level of library of the library should include similar
features as outlined above (nosing and contrast colour tread) However, with these steps
the railings should have a high contrasting colour from the walls to help people with low
vision to navigate the stairs.
Interior Accessible Routes
The actual floor space within the library is small and it seems as though the library may
have outgrown the actual space with the addition of computers, book racks and other
materials. However, all interior routes should have spacing of at least 1100 mm to allow
for clear passage of wheelchairs and for people who use white canes. This would allow
all people to navigate the space without clutter and barriers.
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Accessible Washroom
One of the newer additions to the building is the accessible washroom. This washroom
provides the ideal space for a person who uses a mobility scooter to turn around without
barriers. In addition, the space consists of transfer bars to allow for easy use of the
facilities. Furthermore, the sink has a faucet that can be used with one hand and knee
clearance at the sink. However, if this washroom was built by today"s standards it would
need to have room to install an adult change table, a call button, and a power door
system to the washroom. An adult change table provides people with disabilities, such
as Cerebral Palsy, and their caregivers with security when using the building. However,
due to the cost, determining the need with clientele would be advantageous to ensure a
need. The addition of a power door system to the washroom would be beneficial and
would most likely assist many people who access the library.
Customer Service Desk
In order to serve people who access the library, it is important to have the service desk
at a height of between 730 and 865 mm. This would allow a person in a wheelchair to
be served at eye level. The current height of the desk is 914.4 mm. In addition, ensure
the book drop slots are at a height between 900 to 1100 mm.
General Library Services
Providing good customer service is the most important accessibility feature. Ensure all
staff members are fully trained in serving customer with disabilities. Also, provide
materials such as large print books and magazines to be available on lower shelves that
are easy to reach for people with disabilities. In addition, provide flexible seating options
and ensure there are study and computer areas that are fully accessible for clientele
with disabilities. Furthermore, adding a free charging station for mobility devices would
also help members of the public.
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Watford Library Recommendations
Recommendations
Timelines
1.1.
Include accessible parking type "A" with access aisle
located left of the accessible doors
Immediately
1.2.
Insert curb cut at the end of the access aisle to allow for
a barrier free path of travel
Immediately
1.3.
Add sidewalk of at least 1100 mm at the rear entrance
Three to five
years
1.4.
Add a landing of 1650 x 1650 mm at the rear of the
entrance
Three to five
years
1.5.
Expand the current lead-up sidewalk to the rear of the
building from the accessible parking to 1800 mm
Three to five
years
1.6.
Add TWSI to any change in elevation on walkways
Three to five
years
1.7.
Add horizontal marking strips to the stairs at the front
entrance
One to three
years
1.8.
Add TWSIs to the top of the steps
Three to five
years
1.9.
Include power door system to front doors
Three to five
years
1.10. Clear the clutter from the accessible entrance
(especially the sign blocking the power door button)
Immediately
1.11. Add chair to accessible entrance
Immediately
1.12. Ensure that the call button for the lift is functional
Immediately
1.13. Add horizontal marking strips to the internal stairs in the
building
Immediately
1.14. Paint railings on back stairs a contrasting colour from
walls
Immediately
1.15. Remove clutter and ensure all spaces have a clear
width of 1100 mm
Immediately
1.16. Add power door system to the washroom doors
Three to five
years
1.17. Add adult change table to the washroom
Consultation
needed
1.18. Include a service desk at height of between 730 and
865 mm.
One to three
years
1.19. Add a book drop at a height between 900 to 1100 mm
One to three
years
1.20. Add flexible seating options for people with disabilities
to computer areas
Immediately
1.21. Add free charging station for mobility devices
Immediately
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2. Town Administration Building
The Township of Warwick Administration Building is home to municipal services and
offices. Many parts of the building were built with accessibility in mind. However, it is
important to note that the building does have accessibility gaps that could impact the
members of the public that visit the building.
Accessible Parking
There is one accessible parking spot at the administration building. This accessible
parking spot should be a type "A" designated spot that is large enough for van
accessibility. The parking spot should be repainted with markings for accessibility as
seen figure 1 (page 14). In addition, a designated access aisle should be included that
shows drivers where to lower their ramps for exiting their accessible vehicle. However,
the location of the current spot should provide enough room to include the proper size of
both spot and the aisle. In addition, it may be prudent, depending on the number of
visitors to the building, to add an additional accessible parking space. The parking lot is
large enough not to impact other users and due to the aging demographic it may be
strategic to add the parking now instead of later.
Front Entrance
The front entrance includes a power door system and a foyer that is large enough to
allow ample turning radius for people who use wheelchairs and mobility devices. The
power door button is located in an ideal spot away from the door. Once inside, the
button is also ideally located and provides enough space that is ideal for all users.
Customer Service Desk
Customers are led to the customer service desk by carpet that can be felt underneath
foot. This carpet not just provides a stable and slip resistant floor surface but helps
guide individuals with low sight navigate the building.
The customer service desk should have both a high and low level to properly serve
customers in wheelchairs and individuals who need to stand. Currently, the desk is at a
height of 914.4, too high for people using wheelchairs. The desk should be at a height
of between 730 and 865 mm high at the low areas. In addition, the desk should also
have knee clearance for people in wheelchairs.
Accessible Washroom
There is both a male and female accessible washroom within the office areas. Both
spaces consist with grab bars to allow for easy transferring and a sink that possesses
knee clearance for people in wheelchairs. However, both sinks in the male and female
washrooms have faucets that involve grasping of the occupant to use. This is
problematic for individuals who have arthritis or other disabilities with limited hand
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movement and strength. A better solution is to have a faucet that can be used without
grasping and used with one hand.
In addition, ensure that washroom amenities, such as hand dryers and paper towel
holders, are at a height of 1200 mm and waste bins are at a height of 900 mm.
Meeting Room
The municipal building consists of a meeting room located at the rear of the building.
There is a double door leading from the foyer. However, at the time of this review, the
doors were unable to open due to other materials located in the room blocking one of
the doors. This could be an issue for someone who has a scooter or chair and needs to
use the room. Meeting rooms are intended to be flexible to host many users. These
rooms should be equipped with at least two accessible seating areas and be flexible for
many types of users by having chairs with both armrests and no armrests and some
chairs that are stable and do not roll.
One of the main issues with this specific room is the lack of space to allow the passage
of people with mobility devices or individuals with support persons. Ideally, the room
should have space of at least 1100 mm around the table. However, if this is not
possible, ensure that individuals with disabilities can access the room without barriers
and have a place to sit at the table.
Other Issues
- Ensure that all doors in the offices have knobs that do not require grasping and
turning and consist of levers that can be used with a fist
- Paint the door frames a different contrast from the walls to help people with low
sight distinguish the door from the surroundings
- Ensure that the fire alarm has a flashing light that notifies people with hearing
impairments of an emergency
Township Administrative Building Recommendations
Recommendations
Timelines
2.1.
Add proper markings and sign for accessible parking
space that include an access aisle
Immediately
2.2.
Consider adding an additional accessible parking space
Immediately
2.3.
Have a low portion of the desk at a maximum of 865 mm
Three to five
years
2.4.
Change faucets to automatic or lever type faucet that can
be operated with a closed fist
Immediately
2.5.
Ensure hand dryers and other amenities are positioned at
1200 mm
One to three
years
2.6.
Clear meeting area of clutter to ensure doors open
properly
Immediately
2.7.
Include at least two accessible seating spaces
Upon request
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Recommendations
Timelines
2.8.
Add lever knobs to all doors
Immediately
2.9.
Paint door frames a contrasting colour from walls
One to three
years
2.10. Ensure all fire alarms have audible and visible indicators
One to three
years
3. Watford Arena
Watford Arena includes a recent addition that was built with accessibility in mind. The
building consists of meeting rooms, a large gathering area, eating areas, dressing
rooms, shower areas, and a large skating rink. Most areas were built with a high level of
accessibility at this location. This is encouraging, and it would take little to turn the arena
portion into a sledge hockey arena. Sledge Hockey or Para-Hockey is a game played by
mostly people with disabilities on a sled taking place at arenas.
The possibility of a sledge hockey arena would allow the Township to host games and
tournaments that may assist with sports tourism in the community. This report will
consist of recommendations that improve accessibility but assist with modifications to
incorporate the option of sledge hockey teams. Watford Arena appears to be in a better
position to host these teams than many other arenas in the County. This is optional, but
should be considered.
Findings
Accessible Parking
Watford Arena consists of two accessible parking spaces that have the proper signage
and are on an accessible path of travel. However, both spaces should be a type "A"
accessible spot that consists of an access aisle with the proper markings. At the time of
this report, the markings on the concrete that assist in identifying the spaces as
accessible parking spots had faded. Adding new paint to the parking spaces would
assist drivers in properly knowing where to park. In addition, there appears to be a spot
that has faded markings for an accessible parking space but does not possess the
proper signage identified in the highway traffic act. Without the proper signage this spot
is not enforceable by law. Ideally, all intended accessible parking spots would need to
have the proper signs outlined in the Highway Traffic Act and the DOPS.
Entrances
Large buildings such as arenas and community centres are required to have at least
one accessible entrance. Both the community centre portion of the arena and the arena
itself have accessible entrances. These entrances consist of a power door system and
what appears to be automatic doors; although, at the time of this report both the
automatic and sensor doors were not operational on the community centre side of the
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building. This may be due to the centre not being open at the time but the staff member
was not aware of how to operate the doors to make them operational. This could be
problematic in the future, and it is recommended that these doors be checked in the
future and that all staff members are trained on how to operate the doors without issue.
Internal Elements
Once fully inside the community centre portion of the building, the large foyer takes you
to either stairs or an elevator. The floors here are firm, stable and slip resistant due to
the carpet that leads the user to the stairs. In addition, most locations within the building
have an unobstructed width of 1100 mm to allow for easy passage of people in
wheelchairs.
Lift
The facility consists of a lift to allow people who are unable to use the stairs access to
the second floor of the building. The lift has a call button that is used to notify staff
members of a person needing to use the lift. However, it was not known by staff if the
call button was operational. This may be simply an uninformed staff member or it could
be a deeper issue of a non-functioning call system for the lift. It is recommended that
the call system be checked and that all staff members are properly trained using the lift
for when a member of the public requires it.
Stairs
The stairs in the location have the proper riser height (125 mm) and tread depth (280
mm); however, the nosing should have horizontal marking strips that are 50 mm deep,
at the leading edge of the tread and have a high tonal contrast from the rest of the
steps. In addition, the internal steps should have a TWSI at the head of the stair system
as a warning for people with visual impairments. However, this is a recommendation
that adds a higher level of accessibility and not necessary. In addition, the hand rails
should have a higher tonal contrast from the walls to also help a person with low-vision
navigate the stairs safely.
Service Counters
For all service counters in the building, including food counters, it is ideal to have a high
and low section of the counter. Accessible counters have a section that is usable by a
person seated in a mobility aid such as a wheelchair or scooter. This section of the
counters should be no higher than 865 mm above the ground. For counters that require
a person to complete paperwork or forms, the counters should have a knee and toe
clearance of 750 mm wide by 680 mm high by 250 mm deep below the service
counters. For counters that have speaking ports such as ticket booth, the counters
should have the speaking port at no higher than 1000 mm for seated users. The service
counter at the arena is 914mm and the concessions are 1,143 high.
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Accessible Seating Spaces
Watford Arena has provided an accessible seating area for people who use wheelchairs
and mobility devices. This is a great idea and it creates an inclusive and accessible
environment for all visitors and users. Ideally, a ramp such as this would be a maximum
running slope of 1:15 or 6.67% and it appears that this ramp may be too steep to meet
these guidelines. However, the inclusion of this ramp and the addition of the high
contrast yellow lines is a great start and shows how inclusion matters to the
municipality. It is recommended to add an additional ramp on the other end of the
platform. That way, if multiple people using wheelchairs are spectators, there is more
than one way to leave the platform without impacting the rest of the audience.
If the arena was built today and at a high level of accessibility, it would include
accessible seating spaces throughout the
building and at every level. In addition, each
seat would have room for a companion,
service animal or support worker and would
be at a ratio of 3% accessible seating to
non-accessible seating.
Change/Dressing Rooms
There are several change/dressing rooms in
the building that are used by referees,
players and figure skaters. Ideally, to make
this area more accessible, and at a higher
level of accessibility for sledge hockey teams, the following recommendations are
needed:
- Lower 50% of the coat hooks to no higher than 1100 mm off of the floor
- Have emergency alarm devices that have lights for individuals with hearing
impairments
- Have at least 10% of the seats to be 430 to 460 mm above the floor
- Ensure that there is a clear path of travel without barriers from the door to the ice
surface
- Include accessible washroom stalls to at least two dressing rooms within the
building
Showers
Accessible showers at public facilities should have the following. These showers should
be included in all dressing rooms that are designated for sledge hockey or other
inclusive sports:
- Have an accessible entrance of at least 1100 mm deep
Figure 4: Ramp to Accessible Seating
Area
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- Ensure the space is 1500 mm wide by 900 mm deep
- Locate floor drain of the opposite side of the shower controls and seat
- Provide lever type or automatic controls that can be operated with a closed fist
- Have soap dispensers between 900 and 1200 mm above the floor
- Provide a shower seat that is 450 mm wide by 400 mm deep and mount between
430 and 460 mm above the floor and within 500 mm of shower control
- Mount grab bars as seen in figure 6
Other Facility Consideration for Sledge Hockey
For more information for accessible sledge hockey arenas please click on the following
link:
https://cdn.hockeycanada.ca/hockey-canada/Hockey-
Programs/Sledge/Downloads/sledge_arena_guidelines_e.pdf
Other consideration to incorporate into the arena:
- Add Plexiglass to the benches to allow players
in sledges to see the game as it
progresses
- The drop from penalty and player
boxes to the ice should be no more
than 2.5 cm
- Have enough room in the benches to fit
a sledge. It is recommended to have a
width of 914 mm
Watford Arena Recommendations
Recommendations
Timelines
3.1.
Add proper markings and sign for accessible parking
space that include an access aisle
Immediately
3.2.
Ensure proper signs are erected to indicate accessible
parking
Immediately
3.3.
Train all staff on proper usage of the automatic door and
lift system
Immediately
3.4.
Ensure call button for lift system is operational
Immediately
3.5.
Install proper horizontal marking strips to stairs
One to three
years
3.6.
Install TWSI at the top of each stair
If needed
3.7.
Paint hand rails a higher tonal contrast from the walls
Immediately
3.8.
Add accessible service counters to the arena
One to three
years
Figure 5: Design for Grab Bars
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Recommendations
Timelines
3.9.
Ensure ramp to accessible seating area is at a minimum
slope of 1:15
Immediately
3.10. Add an additional ramp to the accessible searing area
One to three
years
3.11. Add accessible seating throughout building at 3% ratio
Major renovation
3.12. Lower Coat racks to 1100 mm above the floor
One to three
years
3.13. Install both audible and visible alarms
One to three
years
3.14. Include accessible washrooms to at least two dressing
rooms
Major
Construction
3.15. Add accessible shower stalls
Three to five
years
3.16. Add requirements for sledge hockey
As desired
4. Warwick Community Centre
Warwick Community Centre is another location that was built with a high level of
accessibility. This building accommodates a large number of people in a hall, and has
two kitchens, and accessible washrooms. The Community Centre is attached to
Warwick Fire Hall.
Findings
Even though the community centre possesses a high level of accessibility there are
changes that could be made to increase the accessibility level in the building.
Accessible Parking
There is one accessible parking space located at the
community centre. However, at the time of this report,
the sign was marked by a portable accessible sign.
There were no pavement markings and parking in this
accessible spot would be confusing for the driver. It is
recommended that the addition of type "A" and type "B"
accessible parking spaces be added with the proper
signage as indicated in the Highway Traffic Act. In
addition, ensure that the proper markings are also
identified for an access aisle (as seen in figure 4). The
accessible parking should be on a clear path of travel to
the accessible entrance.
Figure 6: Existing Parking
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Entrances
The required accessible entrance to the building has
proper width, power-door systems, and a large enough
foyer for proper turning radius of people who use mobility
devices. The only recommendation to this would be to
have 10% of the coat hangers lowered to 455 mm to 1100
mm from the floor.
However, when exiting the building the activation device
for the power door system is situated next to the door that
does not swing open. In this case, the individual would
push the door and correctly position themselves to exit in
enough time before the door closes. Ideally, this push
button should be within 600 mm of the door that the power
is connected.
Washrooms
Warwick Community Centre possesses two multiple occupancy washrooms for males
and females with accessible stall. A recommendation would be to have power door
systems installed on each washroom to assist with the usability. These washrooms
were built with a high level of accessibility and within the proper design guidelines. One
recommendation to increase the accessibility level even further is to provide grab bars
on the side of the urinals to assist with stability of users.
In addition, ensure that all amenities such as light switches and paper towel holders are
within the design graphic below.
Figure 8: Design for Washroom Amenities
Figure 7: Push Button for
Exit
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Mounted Defibrillator
The community centre possesses a defibrillator that is mounted near the entrance of the
building at a height of 1646 mm. Ideally, the height of the defibrillator should be at a
height of between 900 mm and 1200 mm from the floor.
Warwick Community Centre Recommendations
Recommendations
Timelines
4.1.
Add proper markings and signs for accessible parking
space that include an access aisle
Immediately
4.2.
Lower coat hanger to 455 mm to 1100 mm from the floor.
One to three
years
4.3.
Add the button for the power door system beside the door
that is activated
One to three
years
4.4.
Add accessible power door system to each washroom
One to three
years
4.5.
Add grab bars to urinals
Three to five
years
4.6.
Ensure all washroom amenities are at proper height of
1200 mm
One to three
years
4.7.
Mount the defibrillator at a height between 900 and 1200
mm
One to three
years
5. Warwick Fire Station
Findings
Warwick fire station is attached to the Warwick Community Centre. At times, the
meeting room is used by the public and, based on the user groups, it may be ideal to
consider adding features to the facility at a high level of accessibility.
Entrance
The current entrance is 863 mm wide and within the range of an accessible door.
However, the entrance does not have a power door system that would assist a person
in a wheelchair and other various disabilities with accessing the fire station
independently. Nevertheless, only one entrance of the building is required to be
accessible and this may not be necessary due to the proximity to the community centre.
Furthermore, the fire station is accessible from the community centre entrance with two
large doors leading from the community centre into the fire station bay. However, for a
higher level of accessibility the township may want to add a power door system to the
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fire station front entrance to ensure the independence of the people who visit for
meetings but this would only be required if it becomes more frequently needed.
Internal Elements
Once inside, a person has enough spacing to move through the door and throughout
the meeting room without worrying about clutter. There is enough space to allow
passage for a person who uses a cane or a mobility device and the wheeled chairs can
be moved out to accommodate a person in a wheel chair if necessary. However, there
is not a clear path of travel to other elements in the fire station such as the kitchen and
the washroom when the fire trucks are in the building.
Washrooms
Similar to the accessible entrance, a building is only required to have one accessible
washroom. Because the community centre possesses both male and female multi-
occupancy washrooms, it is not necessary to add an accessible washroom that is at a
close proximity to the fire station meeting room. However, for a higher level of
accessibility the municipality may want to add an accessible washroom if it becomes a
need due to frequent use the meeting room by someone with a disability.
Considering the attachment to the community centre it may be more convenient for both
the township and a person/persons with a disability to schedule any meetings where
accessible washrooms and doors are needed in the community centre. It is suggested
to make the recommendations found in the Warwick Community Centre findings more
of a priority to accommodate a wider range of visitors and users.
6. Watford Fire Station
Watford Fire was built before the modernization of accessibility. However, according to
staff, this location is used by the public for education and training regarding fire safety
and should incorporate accessibility features throughout the building.
Findings
The findings include parts of the building that could be used by the public and not
sections such as kitchens, offices and other locations that would be off-limits to
members of the public.
Training Room
The training room to this location is offered up a set of stairs. It is recommended to
provide off-site training in other locations when needed; i.e. such as accessible meeting
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room at Watford Arena. This would solve the many accessible and expensive
accessibility issues at this location.
Accessible Washroom
One of the largest issues with this location is the lack of accessible washroom facilities.
This is a necessity, especially if the fire department is continuing to offer tours to
classrooms and schools. Many classrooms have students that require accessible
washrooms and not having one at this location prevents some students from
participating equally with their classmates. There are several accessibility issues with
the current washrooms and adding one gender neutral family accessible washroom will
correct many of the issues at this location.
Watford Fire Station Recommendations
Recommendations
Timelines
5.1.
Hold training sessions at separate location
When needed
5.2.
Install accessible family washroom
One to three
years
7. Warwick Township Baseball, Park and Pavilion
Warwick Township has fantastic recreation and leisure facilities and outdoor spaces.
Participating in outdoor spaces and recreational activities benefits and enhances the
health and social well-being of participants in the communities. That is why it is
important to make these spaces as accessible as possible so everyone in the
community can participate equally. This section of the report will address accessibility
insufficiencies at both ball parks in Watford and Warwick Township.
Accessible Parking
Watford Park
At Watford Park there are four accessible parking spots in the vicinity of Watford Park
(two at Watford Arena and two at Centennial Hall). However, these accessible parking
spots are not near amenities such as the baseball fields, playground, washrooms or
pavilions. Ideally at least two parking spots should be closer to these elements.
Currently, people who are physically impaired would have a difficulty accessing these
areas of the park.
Warwick Park
Warwick Park consists of a gravel parking lot and does not have an accessible parking
spot. Ideally, an accessible parking spot should be close to the amenities and on
accessible path of travel. The parking lot does not need to be paved; however, a sign
designating an accessible parking spot should be erected at this location in a
centralized location near the park amenities.
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Path of Travel
One of the largest issues in both areas is the lack of accessible path of travel to the
amenities within the parks.
Watford Park
At Watford Park there is limited path of travel from the accessible parking area. There is
a gravel sidewalk that leads from other areas that is wide enough for mobility devices.
However, there is no path to all amenities such as the playground and all the baseball
diamonds. Ideally, a firm and stable surface would be added to connect all amenities in
the park.
Warwick Park
At Warwick Park, there is not a path of travel to amenities such as the baseball diamond
and playground. For this area, it would be ideal to have a clear path of travel to all
elements within the park.
Ideally, these paths of travel would have a minimum width of 1100 mm and have a firm,
stable and slip-resistant surface. Also, ensure to have rest areas at these locations to
assist people without the ability to stand for a long period of time. Specifically, there
should be a rest area, such as a bench, at the playgrounds for caretakers such as
grandparents watching children and where visitors are expected to walk long distances
to specific amenities.
Outdoor Play Spaces
Outdoor play spaces include play equipment such as swings, slides, and climbing
equipment. This equipment provides play opportunities and experience for children. It is
important to note that all new play spaces must go through the public consultation
process with people with disabilities. This consultation will guide the decision making
process on what features are a priority in the community depending on the feedback
from the public. Both Watford and Warwick Park have play spaces for children and
caregivers. Ideally, if these parks were built by today"s accessible standards, they would
include the following:
Sensory and active play components for children with various disabilities such as
sight and hearing impairments, physical disabilities and development disabilities
Provide a ground surface that is firm and stable to accommodate users with
mobility devices and has absorbent components to absorb impact for injury
prevention
Have sufficient clearance of at least 980 mm around the equipment for children
and caregivers with mobility devices to maneuver
Have an accessible path of travel to the play space from the accessible parking
Ensure rest areas such as benches are within the area for caregivers to sit
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For a higher level of accessibility, provide access to the play features on multiple
levels by adding a ramp
Inclusive playground designs incorporate features that allow all children to fully
participate with their peers.
Bleachers/Viewing Areas
Each baseball park has bleachers for spectators. However, the bleachers do not have
accessible viewing areas for people with disabilities. Ideally, people with disabilities
should have access to a raised viewing area that takes into consideration of sight lines.
This viewing should be on an accessible path of travel and be clearly marked.
Washrooms
Both parks possess a male and female
multiple occupancy accessible washroom at
their locations. These washrooms are
attached to the eating area and both are on
an accessible path of travel. Ideally, these
washrooms should possess a power door
system to allow for easy transition into the
washrooms. In addition, both washrooms
should have accessible entrances that are
flush and easily accessible. Furthermore, each
washroom should have transfer bar that are
specific to the design in figure as seen in figure 9.
Warwick Township Baseball, Park and Pavilion Recommendations
Recommendations
Timelines
6.1.
Add accessible parking close to amenities at both
Watford and Warwick Park
One to three
years
6.2.
Connect all amenities in the park with an accessible
path of travel using a firm and stable surface
One to three
years
6.3.
Install rest areas at play spaces and when it is required
to travel long distances to amenities along an accessible
path of travel
One to three
years
6.4.
Consult with the public when adding accessible play
spaces and consider the following:
Sensory and active play equipment
Provide a ground surface that is firm and stable
Provide a clear width of 980 mm between
equipment
When needed
Figure 9: Position of Grab Bars in Washroom
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Recommendations
Timelines
6.5.
Add power door system to washrooms at both Watford
and Warwick Park
One to three
years
6.6.
Ensure that all transfer bars are installed correctly as
seen in figure 9
One to three
years
Appendix A: AODA/IASR Requirements Completed and 2019 to 2021 Legislative Action
Plan
A. Legislated Actions
Note: A check mark indicates an action has been completed.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND TIMELINES (O. Reg. 191/11)
January 1, 2013
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Accessibility
policies
s. 3
Develop, implement and
maintain accessibility policies,
including statement of
organization commitment
Make policies publically
available
Warwick Township has developed a
policy that addresses the
requirements of the IASR and
includes a statement of
organizational commitment
The policy is to be placed on the
Township"s website
Accessibility
Plan
s. 4
Establish, implement, maintain
and document a multi-year
accessibility plan
Prepare an annual status report
on the progress of the measures
taken to implement the strategy
Post multi-year accessibility
plan on website and provide in
an accessible format, upon
request
A multi-year accessibility has been
developed
Once approved, it will be posted on
the Township"s website
Annual status report on progress will
be developed and posted on
Township"s website
Procurement
of goods and
services or
facilities
s. 5
Incorporate accessibility criteria
and features when procuring or
acquiring goods, services or
facilities, except where it is not
practicable to do so
Where not practicable -
explanation must be provided
upon request
Wording in procurement documents
will be reviewed and updated, as
required, to reflect requirements of
the IASR (including procurement by-
law). Review will occur as part of
regular review of procurement policy
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January 1, 2014
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Training
s. 7
Ensure that training on the IASR
and the Human Rights Code, as
it pertains to persons with
disabilities, is provided to
employees, volunteers, persons
who participate in developing
policies and others who provide
goods, services or facilities on
behalf of the organization
Current accessibility training to be
amended to include training specific
to the requirements under the IASR
January 1, 2015
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Service Kiosks
s. 23
Incorporate accessibility
features when designing,
procuring or acquiring self-
service kiosks
Not applicable at this time
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION STANDARDS (O. Reg. 191/11)
Requirements and Timelines
January 1, 2012
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Emergency
procedure,
plans or
public safety
information
s. 13
Provide emergency procedures,
plans or public safety
information, that are available
publically, in an accessible
format or with appropriate
communication supports upon
request
Information provided in alternate
formats upon request
Emergency information will be
available on the Township"s new
website
January 1, 2014
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Feedback
s. 11
Ensure that processes for
receiving and responding to
feedback are accessible to
persons with disabilities by
providing/arranging for
accessible formats and
communication supports, upon
request
Notify the public about the
availability of accessible formats
and communication supports
Policies and procedures for receipt
of feedback are in place
Future advertisements will provide
information on requesting
accommodations
New internet
websites and
web content
s. 14
Conform with the World Wide
Web Consortium Web Content
Accessibility Guidelines
(WCAG) 2.90 - Level A
Complete with new Township
website launch in 2013
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Information and Communications Standards CONTINUED...
January 1, 2015
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Accessible
formats and
communication
supports
s. 12
Upon request, provide for
provision of accessible formats
and communication supports for
person with disabilities
Notify the public about
availability of accessible formats
and communication supports
Currently in practice
Existing feedback processes and
wording on the website on the
availability of accessible documents
will be reviewed and updated, as
required
January 1, 2021
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
All internet
websites and
web content
s. 14
Conform with the World Wide Web
Consortium Web Content
Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
2.90 - Level AA
Conduct website review with
accessibility tool checker to
determine actions needed to
determine compliance
Ensure all new web content
conforms to requirements
EMPLOYMENT STANDARD (O. Reg. 191/11)
Requirements and Timelines
January 1, 2012
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Workplace
emergency
response
information
s. 27
Provide individualized
workplace emergency response
information to employees that
have a disability, as required
Established and communicated to
staff
January 1, 2014
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Recruitment
processes
s. 22, 23 and 24
Notify employees and the public
about the availability of
accommodation for applicants
with disabilities in recruitment
process
Notify job applicants when
selected to participate in an
assessment or selection
process that accommodations
are available
When making an offer of
employment, notify successful
applicants of policies for
accommodating employees with
disabilities
Policies and procedures will be
reviewed and updated, as required
Notification will become standards
on all job postings
Staff will advise individuals selected
to participate in interviews of the
availability of accommodations
A statement notifying successful
applicants of policies for
accommodation will be added to
offer letters or reiterated verbally
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Employment Standards CONTINUED...
January 1, 2014
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Informing
employees of
supports
s. 25
Inform employees of policies to
support employees with
disabilities
Employees will be informed of
applicable policies
Accessible
formats and
communication
supports
s. 26
When requested by an
employee, employers shall
provide or arrange for the
provision of accessible formats
and communication supports
for information needed to
perform employee"s job and
information generally available
to employees in workplace
This requirement will be
addressed in both the IASR
policy and staff training program
Documented
individual
accommodation
plans
s. 28
Develop and have in place a
written process for the
development of documented
individual accommodation
plans for employees with
disabilities
This requirement will be addressed
in both the IASR policy and staff
training program
Procedure for forming and
implementing an IAP will be created
Return to work
s. 29
Continue to work on creating
and outlining its policies and
procedures as it relates to
employment develop and
have in place return to work
process for employees who
have been absent from work
due to a disability and
require disability-related
accommodations to return to
work
This requirement will be addressed
in both the IASR policy and staff
training program
Procedure for returning to work will
be created
Performance
management,
career
development
and
redeployment
s. 30, 31 and 32
Continue to work on creating
and outlining its policies and
procedures as it relates to
employment take into
account accessibility needs
of employees with disabilities
and individual
accommodation plans as
part of performance
management processes,
when providing career
development opportunities
and considering
redeployment
IASR policy reflects requirements
for performance management,
career development and
redeployment
Existing policies associated with
career development and
redeployment will be updated, as
required
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DESIGN OF PUBLIC SPACES STANDARD (O. Reg. 413/12)
Requirements and Timelines
January 1, 2016
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Recreational
trails and beach
access routes
s. 80.6 - 80.13
Consult with people with
disabilities when planning to
build new, or make major
changes to existing, recreational
trails
Meet specific technical
requirements for accessibility
(width, height and slope)
Policies and procedures to be
revised and updated, if required
Outdoor public
use eating areas
s. 8.16 - 80.17
When building new, or making
major changes to existing,
outdoor public areas follow the
requirements for accessibility
(accessible tables and chairs,
level ground, and path of travel)
Policies and procedures to be
revised and updated, if required
Outdoor play
spaces
s. 80.17 - 80.20
Consult with people with
disabilities when planning to
build new, or make major
changes to existing, outdoor
play spaces
Meet specific technical
requirements for accessibility
Policies and procedures to be
revised and updated, if required
Exterior paths of
travel
s. 80.21 - 80.31
When building new, or making
major changes to existing,
outdoor public areas follow the
requirements for accessibility
(width, height, slopes and
surfaces)
Policies and procedures to be
revised and updated, if required
Parking
s. 80.32 - 80.39
Follow accessibility
requirements when building new
or redeveloping existing on and
off street parking
Obtaining
service
s. 80.40 - 80.43
Follow accessibility
requirements when building new
or making major changes to
existing on service counters,
queuing areas and waiting
areas
Policies and procedures to be
revised and updated, if required
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Design of Public Spaces Standards CONTINUED...
January 1, 2014
Deliverable(s)
Status/Actions to be Taken
Maintenance
s. 80.44
Accessibility plan includes
preventative and emergency
maintenance procedures for
accessible parts of public
spaces
Procedures for handling
temporary disruptions in service
when an accessible part of a
public space in unable or stops
working
Policies and procedures to be
revised and updated, if required
B. Non Legislated Actions
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Appendix B
Recommendation Summary
The following chart consists of a summary of all the recommendations of each area
within the Warwick Township.
*Any recommendations marked "immediately" should be completed within one year of
this report.
** Any recommendation marked "upon request" should be completed if a member of the
public requests a change.
*** Any recommendation marked "major renovation" should be completed with extensive
planning and when it is time to make major changes to the building.
Watford Library Recommendations
Timelines
1.1.
Ensure staff are always available to assist members of the
public that are unable to reach high shelves and materials
when requested
Immediately
1.2.
Include accessible parking type "A" with access aisle located
left of the accessible doors
Immediately
1.3.
Insert curb cut at the end of the access aisle to allow for a
barrier free path of travel
Immediately
1.4.
Add sidewalk of at least 1100 mm at the rear entrance
Three to five
years
1.5.
Add a landing of 1650 x 1650 mm at the rear of the entrance
Three to five
years
1.6.
Expand the current lead-up sidewalk to the rear of the building
from the accessible parking to 1800 mm
Three to five
years
1.7.
Add TWSI to any change in elevation on walkways
Three to five
years
1.8.
Add horizontal marking strips to the stairs at the front entrance One to three
years
1.9.
Add TWSIs to the top of the steps
Three to five
years
1.10. Include power door system to front doors
Three to five
years
1.11. Clear the clutter from the accessible entrance (especially the
sign blocking the power door button
Immediately
1.12. Add chair to accessible entrance
Immediately
1.13. Ensure that the call button for the lift is functional
Immediately
1.14. Add horizontal marking strips to the internal stairs in the
building
Immediately
1.15. Paint railings on back stairs a contrasting colour from walls
Immediately
1.16. Remove clutter and ensure all spaces have a clear width of
1100 mm
Immediately
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Township Administration Buildings Recommendations
Timelines
2.1.
Add proper markings and sign for accessible parking space
that includes an access aisle
Immediately
2.2.
Consider adding an additional accessible parking space
Immediately
2.3.
Have a low portion of the desk at a maximum of 865 mm
Three to five
years
2.4.
Change faucets to automatic or lever type faucet that can be
operated with a closed fist
Immediately
2.5.
Ensure hand dryers and other amenities are positioned at
1200 mm
One to three
years
2.6.
Clear meeting area of clutter to ensure doors open properly
Immediately
2.7.
Include at least two accessible seating spaces
Upon request
2.8.
Add lever knobs to all doors
Immediately
2.9.
Paint door frames a contrasting colour from walls
One to three
years
2.10. Ensure all fire alarms have audible and visible indicators
One to three
years
Watford Arena Recommendations
Timelines
3.1
Add proper markings and sign for accessible parking space
that includes an access aisle
Immediately
3.2
Ensure proper signs are erected to indicate accessible
parking
Immediately
3.3
Train all staff on proper usage of the automatic door and lift
system
Immediately
3.4
Ensure call button for lift system is operational
Immediately
3.5
Install proper horizontal marking strips to stairs
One to three
years
3.6
Install TWSI at the top of each stair
If needed
3.7
Paint hand rails a higher tonal contrast from the walls
Immediately
Watford Library Recommendations Continued...
Timelines
1.17. Add power door system to the washroom doors
Three to five
years
1.18. Add adult change table to the washroom
Consultation
needed
1.19. Include a service desk at height of between 730 and 865 mm.
One to three
years
1.20. Add a book drop at a height between 900 to 1100 mm
One to three
years
1.21. Add flexible seating options for people with disabilities to
computer areas
Immediately
1.22. Add free charging station for mobility devices
Immediately
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Watford Arena Recommendations Continued...
Timelines
3.8
Add accessible service counters to the arena
One to three
years
3.9
Ensure ramp to accessible seating area is at a minimum
slope of 1:15
Immediately
3.10 Add an additional ramp to the accessible seating area
One to three
years
3.11 Add accessible seating throughout building at 3% ratio
Major renovation
3.12 Lower Coat racks to 1100 mm above the floor
One to three
years
3.13 Install both audible and visible alarms
One to three
years
3.14 Include accessible washrooms to at least two dressing rooms
Major
Construction
3.15 Add accessible shower stalls
Three to five
years
3.16 Add requirements for sledge hockey
As desired
Warwick Community Centre Recommendations
Timelines
4.1.
Add proper markings and signs for accessible parking space
that include an access aisle
Immediately
4.2.
Lower coat hanger to 455 mm to 1100 mm from the floor.
One to three
years
4.3.
Add the button for the power door system beside the door that
is activated
One to three
years
4.4.
Add accessible power door system to each washroom
One to three
years
4.5.
Add grab bars to urinals
Three to five
years
4.6.
Ensure all washroom amenities are at proper height of 1200
mm
One to three
years
4.7.
Mount the defibrillator at a height between 900 and 1200 mm
One to three
years
Watford Fire Hall Recommendations
Timelines
5.1.
Hold training sessions at separate location
When needed
5.2.
Install accessible family washroom
One to three
years
Warwick Township Baseball, Park and Pavilion Recommendations
Timelines
6.7.
Add accessible parking close to amenities at both Watford
and Warwick Park
One to three
years
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Continued...
Timelines
6.8.
Connect all amenities in the park with an accessible path of
travel using a firm and stable surface
One to three
years
6.9.
Install rest areas at play spaces and when it is required to
travel long distances to amenities along an accessible path of
travel
One to three
years
6.10. Consult with the public when adding accessible play spaces
and consider the following:
Sensory and active play equipment
Provide a ground surface the is firm and stable
Provide a clear width of 980 mm between equipment
When needed
6.11. Add power door system to washrooms at both Watford and
Warwick Park
One to three
years
6.12. Ensure that all transfer bars are installed correctly as seen in
figure 9
One to three
years
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Appendix C
Design Figures
Watford Library
Figure 1
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Watford Library
Figure 2: Walkways
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Watford Library
Figure 3. TWSI Design on Stairs
Watford Arena. Figure 5. Design of Grab Bars
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Figure 8: Design for Washroom Amenities
Warwick Township Baseball, Park and Pavilion
Figure 9: Position of Grab Bars in Washroom