2010 ADA Definition
Disability: Disability means, with respect to an individual, a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of such individual; a record of such an impairment; or being regarded as having such an impairment.
(1) The phrase physical or mental impairment means – (i) Any physiological disorder or condition, cosmetic disfigurement, or anatomical loss affecting one or more of the following body systems: neurological; musculoskeletal; special sense organs; respiratory, including speech organs; cardiovascular; reproductive; digestive; genitourinary; hemic and lymphatic; skin; and endocrine; (ii) Any mental or psychological disorder such as mental retardation, organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning disabilities; (iii) The phrase physical or mental impairment includes, but is not limited to, such contagious and noncontagious diseases and conditions as orthopedic, visual, speech, and hearing impairments, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, mental retardation, emotional illness, specific learning disabilities, HIV disease (whether symptomatic or asymptomatic), tuberculosis, drug addiction, and alcoholism; (iv) The phrase physical or mental impairment does not include homosexuality or bisexuality.
(2) The phrase major life activities means functions such as caring for one´s self, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working.
(3) The phrase has a record of such an impairment means has a history of, or has been misclassified as having, a mental or physical impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
(4) The phrase is regarded as having an impairment means – (i) Has a physical or mental impairment that does not substantially limit major life activities but that is treated by a private entity as constituting such a limitation; (ii) Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits major life activities only as a result of the attitudes of others toward such impairment; or (iii) Has none of the impairments defined in paragraph (1) of this definition but is treated by a private entity as having such an impairment.
(5) The term disability does not include – (i) Transvestism, transsexualism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, gender identity disorders not resulting from physical impairments, or other sexual behavior disorders; (ii) Compulsive gambling, kleptomania, or pyromania; or (iii) Psychoactive substance use disorders resulting from current illegal use of drugs.
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
ACCESSIBLE ROUTE
[DSA-AC & HCD 1-AC] A continuous unobstructed path connecting accessible elements and spaces of an accessible site, building or facility that can be negotiated by a person with a disability...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
ACCESSIBLE ROUTE
[DSA-AC & HCD 1-AC] A continuous unobstructed path connecting accessible elements and spaces of an accessible site, building or facility that can be negotiated by a person with a disability...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
11B-108 Maintenance of accessible features
Features, facilities and equipment required by Chapter 11B to be accessible to and useable by persons with disabilities shall be maintained in operable working condition....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
ADULT CHANGING FACILITY
A facility that is for use by persons with disabilities who need assistance with personal hygiene....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
ADULT CHANGING FACILITY
A facility that is for use by persons with disabilities who need assistance with personal hygiene....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Haws Barrier-Free Chilled Dual Wall Mount Fountain H1011.8HO
waterways
"Hands off" feature allows the lower fountain to be activated without the use of the operator's hands, better protecting it from germs and assisting in the ease of use to the disabled...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Delta Two Handle Widespread Lavatory - Metal Pop-Up 3530LF-MPU
WaterSense certification promotes water conservation
Includes matching finish drain assembly
Meets standards set by Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
1.50 gpm @ 60 psi, 5.7...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
11B-101.1 General
This chapter contains scoping and technical requirements for accessibility to sites, facilities, buildings, and elements by individuals with disabilities....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
11B-101.1 General
This chapter contains scoping and technical requirements for accessibility to sites, facilities, buildings, and elements by individuals with disabilities....
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Links > Independent Living
National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC)
The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center is a technical assistance center focused on increasing transportation options for older adults, people with disabilities and caregivers...
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Links > Federal Department or Agency
TSA Cares: Passenger Support
Screening Assistance
TSA Cares is a helpline that provides travelers with disabilities, medical conditions and other special circumstances additional assistance during the security screening...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
11B-812 Electric vehicle charging stations
addressed by 2010 ADA Standards, although a case could be made, based on the general obligation for governments to make their services, programs or activities available to individuals with disabilities...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
11B-812 Electric vehicle charging stations
addressed by 2010 ADA Standards, although a case could be made, based on the general obligation for governments to make their services, programs or activities available to individuals with disabilities...
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Links > State Department or Agency
Oklahoma - Office of Disability Concerns
The state of Oklahoma has gathered a helpful resource page for ADA information and resources.
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2022 California Standards
ACCESSIBLE
[DSA-AC] A site, building, facility, or portion thereof that is approachable and usable by persons with disabilities in compliance with this code....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2025 California Standards
ACCESSIBLE
[DSA-AC] A site, building, facility, or portion thereof that is approachable and usable by persons with disabilities in compliance with this code....
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Links > Employment
My Employment Options
Our company has been helping job seekers with disabilities and other challenges return to work and reach greater independence for over 20 years....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Yale 5400LN Series Grade 1 Lever Locks
ADA: The 5400LN meets accessibility guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the requirements of the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards and ANSI 117.1, all requiring ease...
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Links > General
Center on Knowledge Translation for Disability and Rehabilitation Research (KTDRR)
The Center on Knowledge Translation for Disability and Rehabilitation Research (KTDRR) is one of a number of projects within SEDL's Disability to Research to Practice (DRP) Program....
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Links > Employment
Essential Function Job Analysis
Essential Function Job Analysis
Cost: $295.00
Instructor: Roy Matheson, ADAC
Contact Hours: 6 NBCOT CRAC
Next On-Demand, Your Pace Class: Now!
The visibility of FCE...
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Links > Federal Department or Agency
United States Department of Labor
The mission of the United States Department of Labor is to foster, promote, and develop the welfare of the wage earners, job seekers, and retirees of the United States; improve...
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Links > Employment
National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA)
The National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA) is the country’s largest organization of lawyers who exclusively or primarily represent employees in cases involving employment...
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Corada Voices > Professional Interpretations or Opinions
Re: 608.2.3 Alternate Roll-In Type Shower Compartments
By: James Terry
Here's an example of a multi-use option that works for a broad variety of users with disabilities from people who prefer a 36" x 36" transfer shower to a roll-in for assisted use....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Alumi-Guard Handrail
FEATURES:
May be Used for a Variety of Applications
Americans With Disabilities Act Compliant
Landscape Enhancing
Meets or Exceeds All Safety Codes
Ensures Pedestrian Safety...