[35.104 & 36.104] A manually-operated or power-driven device designed primarily for use by an individual with a mobility disability for the main purpose of indoor or of both indoor and...
Search Results "Disability"
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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Wheelchair
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Approach: ADA Standard Section 904.2
counter, locate the accessible counter close to the cash register so that a person using a wheelchair is visible to sales or service personnel and to minimize the reach for a person with a disability...
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1.9.1.2 Application
All privately funded public accommodations, as defined, and commercial facilities, as defined, shall be accessible to persons with disabilities as follows: Exception: Certain types of...
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1.9.1.2 Application
All privately funded public accommodations, as defined, and commercial facilities, as defined, shall be accessible to persons with disabilities as follows: Exception: Certain types of...
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DOE Frequently Asked Questions About the June 29, 2010, Dear Colleague Letter (May 26, 2011)
Asked Questions About the June 29, 2010, Dear Colleague Letter1
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Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Multimedia Training Microsite
The JAN Multimedia Training Microsite provides training resources for JAN's users. These materials may be used in group training or by individuals. They may easily be incorporated...
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USA Jobs
USAJOBS.gov is a free web-based job board enabling federal job seekers access to thousands of job opportunities across hundreds of federal agencies and organizations, allowing...
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EVACUATION
People with a mobility disability may need assistance leaving a building without a working elevator....
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1. Q: What are the laws that apply to my business?
A: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), privately owned businesses that serve the public, such as restaurants, hotels, retail stores, taxicabs, theaters, concert halls,...
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12211(a) Homosexuality and bisexuality
(a) Homosexuality and bisexuality For purposes of the definition of "disability" in section 12102(2) of this title, homosexuality and bisexuality are not impairments and as such are not...
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1.9.1 Division of the State Architect - Access Compliance.
buildings, facilities, site work and other improvements to which this code applies in compliance with state law to ensure that these improvements are accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities...
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1.9.1 Division of the State Architect - Access Compliance.
buildings, facilities, site work and other improvements to which this code applies in compliance with state law to ensure that these improvements are accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities...
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Overview
Overview People who have vision, hearing, or speech disabilities (“communication disabilities”) use different ways to communicate....
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Discrimination is Prohibited
by reason of such disability....
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Attachment B: Model Communication Assessment Form
Date: Name of individual with a disability: Nature of Disability: Deaf Hard of Hearing Speech Impairment Other: __________________ Name of companion...
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Introduction
about student rights under the applicable Federal disability laws....
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§382.19(a)
(a) As a carrier, you must not refuse to provide transportation to a passenger with a disability on the basis of his or her disability, except as specifically permitted by this part....
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§ 36.105(b)(1)(ii)
(ii) Any mental or psychological disorder such as intellectual disability, organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning disability....
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§ 35.108(b)(1)(ii)
(ii) Any mental or psychological disorder such as intellectual disability, organic brain syndrome, emotional or mental illness, and specific learning disability....
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C. Preparation – Advance Planning for Emergencies and Disasters
One good way to test your emergency management plan is to enlist people with disabilities to role-play during emergency simulations....
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V. IMPROVED POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND PROGRAMS AFFECTING ACCESS
vision disabilities, persons with developmental disabilities, or those with mobility disabilities) the Access Policy Work Group will first consult with individuals who are members or representatives...
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H. Transitions Back to the Community
Provide people with disabilities a reasonable amount of time and assistance to locate appropriate housing.Shelters provide temporary refuge during and after an emergency until people...
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Introduction
The Americans with Disabilities Act gives civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin...
