Simply put, “effective communication” means that whatever is written or spoken must be as clear and understandable to people with disabilities as it is for people who do not have disabilities...
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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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A. Providing Equally Effective Communication
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EQUIPMENT
Appropriate equipment can help children and youth with disabilities participate in appropriate physical activity....
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Kohler Manual Toilet Retrofit Flushometer Valve K-13516-RF-CP
resistance on all rubber components exposed to waterway Durable cast brass construction Does not include vacuum breaker or control stop Complies with the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities...
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TechnoGym® - Radiant Inclusive Commercial Fitness System
The Radiant Inclusive from the Selection Inclusive Line is commercial fitness equipment designed to be accessible to both disabled and able bodied exercisers....
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Kompan, Inc. Multi-sport Game Courts Freegame Court FRE2110
Adolescents with disabilities can access the activities to be part of the game or just relax and watch the play. Meet and move....
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Voters With Disabilities: Access to Polling Places and Alternative Voting Methods
Voting is the foundation of our American democratic system, and federal law generally requires access to voting on Election Day for people with disabilities....
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Disabled Renters' Housing Rights Fact Sheet by AGIS
A fact sheet by AGIS (Assist Guide Information Service) describing laws relating to renting a house or apartment if you have a disability....
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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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ADA Shop Talk
ADA Shop Talk is for professionals or business owners who may struggle with understanding the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act Standards or the ADA as we call it....
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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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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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Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
The Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) is the world’s leading adult ADHD organization. We are an international non-profit – 501C – organization founded over twenty-five...
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ADA Information Line
The Department of Justice operates a toll-free ADA Information Line to provide information and materials to the public about the requirements of the ADA. ADA Specialists, who...
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A Parent’s Guide to Researching Schools for Children With Special Needs
A Parent’s Guide to Researching Schools for Children With Special Needs By Abby Mood for Noodle.com Choosing a classroom or school for a child with special needs can be...
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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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A. Advance Planning
During emergencies and disasters, people with disabilities sometimes have different, disability-related needs than other individuals....
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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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§ 37.77(b)
(b) If the system, when viewed in its entirety, provides a level of service to individuals with disabilities, including individuals who use wheelchairs, equivalent to the level of service...
