*The higher the score the more problematic the activity.

Public Buildings PAI Chart Back/Neck as described below

 

Most Problematic Activities for Participants with Back/Neck Conditions

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

Rank 

Public Buildings Activity 

PAI Score

1

Using Stairs

41

2

Using Manual Doors

34

3

Using Escalators

32

4

Obtaining Displayed Products

29

5

Using Paths of Travel to Entrances

29

6

Using Parking Areas

27

7

Using Toilets

26

8

Using Drop Off and Pick Up Areas

25

9

Using Outdoor Seating/Resting Areas

25

10

Using Electronic Transaction Machines

25

11

Using Vending Machines

25

12

Using Drinking Fountains

23

13

Using Checkout Counters

23

14

Using Public Telephones

23

15

Using Sink Areas

22

16

Using Seating/Waiting Areas

20

17

Using Elevators

20

18

Obtaining Information or Assistance

20

19

Using Hallways

19

20

Using Urinals

18

21

Using Maps

15

22

Using Automatic Doors

15

23

Using Signs

14