Examination of sports facilities and educational institutions according to accessibility standards

Aim: The purpose of this research is to examine the compatibility of sports facilities and educational institutions with accessibility standards for the disabled. Material and Method: The research was designed using the single-scan model, using the cross-section approach. The universe of the research is educational institutions and sports facilities within the borders of Yeşilyurt district of Malatya province. The sample of the research was formed by including 39 primary schools, 17 secondary schools, 4 high schools and 4 sports facilities in this universe. The suitability of facilities and educational institutions was evaluated according to the Universal Standards Guide for Persons with Disabilities. The obtained data were analyzed using SPSS 25.0 package program. Results: In the examination made according to the suitability of the buildings for the disabled, it was determined that some primary and secondary schools were not suitable. It was determined that high schools were not suitable for the visually impaired in the examination on whether there was a tactile surface for the visually impaired, a handrail on the stairs and an elevator. In the examination on the suitability of the floors and classroom doors in the buildings for the disabled, it was determined that all high schools, secondary schools and sports facilities were suitable, but the floors in 2 primary schools and the classroom doors in 1 primary school were not. In the examination made according to the suitability of the tables and benches in the buildings for the disabled, it was determined that only the sports facilities were suitable with a 100% rate. In the examination made according to whether there are disabled toilets in the buildings, it was determined that 7 of the schools and 2 of the sport facilities were not suitable. Finally, on the suitability of the lightings, it was determined that all the buildings were suitable. Conclusion: Some of the examined sports facilities and educational institutions are insufficient for the use of the disabled. It was found that most of the buildings that provide education at primary school level are more inadequate than high school and sports facilities. Keywords: People With Disabilities, Accessibility, Education For The Disabled