*The higher the score the more problematic the activity.

Public Buildings PAI Chart Hearing as described below

 

Most Problematic Activities for Participants with Hearing Conditions

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

Rank 

Public Buildings Activity 

PAI Score

1

Using Public Telephones

34

2

Obtaining Information or Assistance

29

3

Using Stairs

26

4

Using Checkout Counters

22

5

Using Paths of Travel to Entrances

21

6

Using Manual Doors

21

7

Using Escalators

20

8

Using Drop Off and Pick Up Areas

20

9

Using Electronic Transaction Machines

20

10

Using Outdoor Seating/Resting Areas

19

11

Using Maps

18

12

Obtaining Displayed Products

18

13

Using Parking Areas

18

14

Using Elevators

17

15

Using Vending Machines

17

16

Using Signs

17

17

Using Toilets

17

18

Using Seating/Waiting Areas

16

19

Using Drinking Fountains

15

20

Using Sink Areas

14

21

Using Urinals

14

22

Using Hallways

13

23

Using Automatic Doors

11