Chase and District Museum and Archives Accessibility
This business has self-assessed as having the following accessible attributes. Please contact the business directly for further detail if required.
Mobility
Parking
- Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
- Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
- Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
- Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
- Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
- Accessible spaces have clear views of the main activity (i.e. stage, viewing area)
- Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Vision
Overall Space
- Audible alarm and/or public service system
- Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
- Customer service staff have been trained, and prepared to verbally describe rooms, menus, business amenities and contracts/waivers in detail
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Hearing
Overall Space
- Staff are trained to use alternative communication tools such as Apps or text messaging
Cognitive & Sensory Friendly
Overall Space
- Neutral or muted colours that are calming and subdued
- Surfaces, window coverings, and décor with minimal glare or reflection, as well as minimal use of bold patterns, shapes, or stripes
- Minimal visual clutter and obstacles
- Nonslip floor surfaces with minimal reflection
- Door handles have colour contrast with the body of the door; doors and frames have colour contrast with adjacent walls; any glass doors are marked to make them clearly visible
- Background noise is minimal, and alarms or auditory cues are on a low frequency
- Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
- Directional signs at key decision points, including main entrances, restrooms, lounges, and reception desks
- Signs include both text and pictures to help indicate the use of different rooms
- Signs have minimal glare or reflection
- Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
General
Service Dogs
- Staff have been trained on guide and service dog policies
Make a stop in your travels to the sunny Shuswap and visit the Chase and District Museum. Step back in time and see the diverse heritage of Chase and area!
