The Features

We collect data on about 40 different environmental features. Each one has some impact on accessibility for those in wheelchairs, blind/low vision, or deaf/hard of hearing. In each section we will discuss how this feature affects accessibility and why it is important that we collect data on it.

However, it is also important for you to gain this understanding. You may come across situations where the information provided may not perfectly apply and you will need to adapt and figure it out based on the context. If you have a clear understanding of each feature then you will be able to figure out how to best record the data to best benefit those it affects.

The following are the features that we will discuss within this module and that you will record data on:

• Accessible Parking

• Bus Stop

• Crossing Sight Distance

• Crossing Type

• Cycle Lane

• Cycle Rack

• Distance Between Obstacles

• Door Type

• Electric Vehicle Charger

• Flat Area to Cross

• Footpath Crossfall

• Footpath Width

• Gradient

• Handrail

• Kerb Ramp

• Lighting

• Overhead Clearing - Footpath

• Overhead Clearing - Road

• Playground

• Public Parking

• Public Toilet

• Seating

• Shade

• Shared Zone

• St Furniture/Obstacles

• Stairs

• Surface Problem

• Tactile Paving

• Taxi Stand

• Train Station

• Vertical Height

Some you will collect data on more than others. Some will make perfect sense and others may be confusing. That is ok. Do not hesitate to ask questions - that will be very important to do your job correctly and properly.