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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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Responsive Practice
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EQUIPMENT
Appropriate equipment can help children and youth with disabilities participate in appropriate physical activity....
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Bus Shelter Benches
I think bus shelter benches are most important for people with disabilities who need to sit and rest. The clear space within the shelter is required to accommodate wheelchair users....
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Temporary Impairments
Temporary Impairments Employers frequently ask whether "temporary disabilities" are covered by the ADA....
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M101.1 Purpose (Section-by-Section Analysis)
to provide patients with disabilities independent access to and use of diagnostic equipment to the maximum extent possible....
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American Specialties Folding Shower Seat 8208-R
Meets ADA Accessibility Guidelines and the needs of the physically disabled and elderly. Seat is 1/2" (13 mm) thick, one piece solid phenolic, ivory colored....
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Delta Two Handle Widespread Lavatory Metal Pop-Up 3594-MPU-DST
Technology features a valve embedded with diamonds to ensure like-new operation for the life of the faucet Includes matching finish drain assembly Meets standards set by Americans with Disabilities...
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Kohler Washdown Urinal Flushometer Valve K-13518-CP
resistance on all rubber components exposed to waterway Durable cast brass construction Includes vacuum breaker and control stop Complies with the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities...
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Step Hear CH-100 Call Unit Service Button
., offering disabled, senior citizens and people pushing strollers/prams easy access into the premises or assistance in attaining a service....
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ADA Solutions, Inc. Directional Bar Tile
All of our products are in full compliance with the American Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG). ...
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Kompan, Inc. Elements Play Structures Ridge ELE500003
The accessible stairway complies with the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing access to elevated activities....
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When is an employer required to make a reasonable accommodation?
An employer is only required to accommodate a “known” disability of a qualified applicant or employee....
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1193.23(b)(4) (Advisory Guidance)
Manufacturers must consider how they can make reasonable efforts to validate any unproven access solutions through testing with individuals with disabilities or with appropriate disability-related...
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Law Office of Lainey Feingold, Disability Rights Legal Advocacy
Lainey Feingold is a disability rights lawyer who works primarily with the blind and visually impaired community on technology and information access issues....
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E203.2 User Needs
When agencies procure, develop, maintain or use ICT they shall identify the needs of users with disabilities to determine: A....
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§35.130(b)(1)(iv)
(iv) Provide different or separate aids, benefits, or services to individuals with disabilities or to any class of individuals with disabilities than is provided to others unless such action...
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§ 35.130(b)(1)(iv)
(iv) Provide different or separate aids, benefits, or services to individuals with disabilities or to any class of individuals with disabilities than is provided to others unless such action...
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§ 37.167(j)(1)
(1) When an individual with a disability enters a vehicle, and because of a disability, the individual needs to sit in a seat or occupy a wheelchair securement location, the entity shall...
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A. Advance Planning
During emergencies and disasters, people with disabilities sometimes have different, disability-related needs than other individuals....
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Public accommodations
Public accommodations: — Must give a person with a disability an equal opportunity to use or enjoy the entity's goods, services, and facilities....
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2. Business Necessity
Under the ADA, as under the Rehabilitation Act: If a test or other selection criterion excludes an individual with a disability because of the disability and does not relate to the essential...
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Chapter 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
. 7.3 million Americans have visual disabilities. 20.6 million Americans have limited mobility....
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Yale 6400LN Series Grade 1 Cylindrical Locks
ADA: The 6400LN 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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Need for This Technical Assistance
.5 The investigation arose from a complaint that a mother with a developmental disability was subject to discrimination on the basis of her disability because the State did not provide...
