Minerals & Mystics
Results from VisitAble's Accessibility Test
Section
Parking
Description of Section
This includes the number of accessible spaces, the distance of the accessible spaces from the accessible entrance, and the accessibility of the path from the accessible spaces to the sidewalk that the entrance is on (includes curb ramps).
Details
There are two accessible parking spaces that are about 100 feet away from the entrance of Minerals and Mystics when using the curb ramp closest to the spaces
The parking lot is made of pavement
The parking space further away from the store has a wider access aisle, about 94 inches wide, and both parking spaces are about 93 inches wide
The accessible parking space closer to the store has a smaller access aisle, about 48 inches wide
The path to the entrance from the accessible spaces is at least 36 inches wide and the curb ramp is not too steep and does not have a lip
Section
Entrance
Description of Section
This includes how easy it is to find the accessible entrance, steps/ramps/pathways from the curb ramp/sidewalk to the door, width of entrance door, lip under the entrance door, presence of automatic door openers, reachability of the door handle, and the weight of the door.
Details
There is one entrance/exit for, with no automatic door opener
The door handles are at accessible heights and the door is easy to open
There is a "Ring" doorbell for customers on the right side of the door. The button is about 51-52 inches off the ground, which could be considered difficult to reach for some customers
During the pandemic, the door remains locked and customers must ring the doorbell or call the location to get inside (if an employee doesn't see the customer outside automatically)
The width of the door opening is about 32 inches wide and the lip is not difficult to navigate over
There are baskets on your right as soon as you walk in, which could potentially be in the clear path of travel as you enter the location
Section
Product
Description of Section
This includes the reachability of products that the location sells, the weight of the products the location sells, and the methods available for carrying around products.
Details
Some of the products in this establishment could be considered unreachable, heavy, or hard to see for some customers, but staff is proactive and more than willing to provide assistance upon request
There are only baskets to carry around items, but you are able to put items on the check-out counter one-by one if preferred
Section
Interior Pathways
Description of Section
This includes accessibility of lifts/ramps/elevators, signage to find accessibility features, widths of pathways, cleanliness of pathways, how steep pathways are, presence of inaccessible areas, and the weight/lip/height of handles & knobs of doors not covered by other sections.
Details
Almost all pathways for patrons to access inside are at least 3 feet wide and clear of objects
In the back of the store, near the shelves that are placed almost diagonal to the layout of the location is the most narrow pathway in the store, which is still 34-35 inches wide
Section
Point of Sale
Description of Section
This includes the the height of the counters where customers pay at, the reachability of everything at the point of sale counters, the presence of a removable tablet/card reader, and if customers are offered bags with handles.
Details
The point of sale counters are at 39 inches above the floor, which could be considered inaccessible for some customers
The employees take your card from you to swipe it, and have clipboards for any necessary signing
There are bags with handles
Section
Customer Service/ Disability Etiquette
Description of Section
This includes how helpful and polite employees are (our speciality)!
Details
Employees are very polite, and are ready to help in whichever way they can be of assistance
Employees open the door for everyone due to locked door during the pandemic
Section
Amenities
Description of Section
This includes the presence of accessibility features to make this establishment go above and beyond the accessibility of other establishments of the same type.
Details
Bags with handles are available
There are seats that can be brought to customers upon request
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