Bus Stop Accessibility Compliance Inspection Checklist - Public Transit
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General Information
Record basic details about the bus stop and inspection.
Inspection Date
Inspection Time
Bus Stop Location (GPS Coordinates)
Bus Stop ID
Inspector Name
Inspector Role
Weather Conditions
Physical Accessibility - Path of Travel
Evaluate the route to the bus stop from surrounding areas, focusing on accessible pathways.
Start Point of Path of Travel
Path Width (feet)
Surface Material
Path Slope (%)
Obstacles Present?
Description of Obstacles (if any)
Path Condition
Bus Stop Platform Accessibility
Assess the platform itself, including levelness, surface material, and any raised edges.
Platform Height (inches)
Platform Levelness
Platform Surface Material
Presence of Raised Edges
Width of Platform (feet)
Notes on Platform Condition
Tactile Warning Surface Present?
Bus Stop Shelter Accessibility
Inspect the shelter (if present) for accessible features like ramp access, seating, and door width.
Shelter Width (feet)
Shelter Depth (feet)
Ramp Presence
Door Width (minimum 32 inches)
Accessible Seating Features
Shelter Lighting Adequate?
Additional Notes on Shelter Accessibility
Signage & Information Accessibility
Check signage for legibility, tactile information, and appropriate placement.
Signage Legibility - Overall Assessment
Tactile Information Present on Signage?
Font Size (in points)
Contrast Ratio - Text to Background
Comments on Signage Content
Signage Height - Position relative to street level
Curbing & Crossing Accessibility
Evaluate curb ramps, pedestrian signals, and the overall safety of street crossings.
Curb Ramp Location (GPS Coordinates)
Curb Ramp Slope (%)
Curb Ramp Tactile Indicators Present?
Curb Ramp Surface Condition?
Pedestrian Signal Accessible Button Present?
Signal Timing for Accessible Crossing (seconds)
Description of Crossing Environment (traffic volume, visibility)
Lighting & Visibility
Assess lighting conditions for adequate visibility and safety, particularly at night.
Ambient Light Level (Lux)
Adequacy of General Lighting
Presence of Glare?
Description of Lighting Conditions (if applicable)
Presence of Obstructions to Light?
Distance to Nearest Light Source (meters)
Obstacles & Clearances
Identify any obstructions or inadequate clearances that could impede accessibility.
Clearance from Obstacles (inches)
Width of Accessible Path (inches)
Overhanging Branches/Obstructions?
Identify any obstructions (check all that apply)
Describe any observed obstructions in detail
Is there sufficient clearance for mobility devices?
Location of Obstruction (if applicable)
Summary & Recommendations
Summarize findings and provide recommendations for improvement.
Overall Summary of Accessibility Compliance
Severity Rating (1-5, 1=Minor, 5=Critical)
Areas Requiring Immediate Action
Specific Recommendations for Improvement
Date of Next Review
Inspector Signature
GPS Location of Inspection
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