*The higher the score the more problematic the activity.

Public Buildings PAI Chart Arms/Hands as described below

 

Most Problematic Activities for Participants with Arms/Hands Conditions

The activities below have been ranked from most problematic to least problematic for participants with arms/hands conditions.

Rank 

Public Buildings Activity 

PAI Score

1

Using Stairs

46

2

Using Manual Doors

40

3

Using Escalators

37

4

Using Paths of Travel to Entrances

32

5

Obtaining Displayed Products

31

6

Using Parking Areas

29

7

Using Toilets

29

8

Using Electronic Transaction Machines

28

9

Using Drop Off and Pick Up Areas

28

10

Using Outdoor Seating/Resting Areas

28

11

Using Vending Machines

27

12

Using Drinking Fountains

25

13

Using Public Telephones

24

14

Using Sink Areas

24

15

Using Checkout Counters

23

16

Using Elevators

22

17

Using Seating/Waiting Areas

22

18

Using Hallways

21

19

Obtaining Information or Assistance

20

20

Using Urinals

19

21

Using Automatic Doors

17

22

Using Maps

15

23

Using Signs

14