The Access Board issued updated ADA Accessibility Guidelines in 2004 (2004 ADAAG), with the goal of harmonizing existing federal accessibility standards and model building codes....
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Building: Any structure used or intended for supporting or sheltering any use or occupancy.
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B. The ADA Standards for Accessible Design
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There is some confusion about whether the “accessible path” that is required means there must be an accessible path from the EVSE (charger) to the facility/building at which the station is installed, or whether the accessible path is just from the parking spot to the EVSE (charger). If the prior is enforced, it could increase the costs of installing EVSE in some instances. What is the correct interpretation of “accessible path”?
RESPONSE: The term used in the CBC is “accessible route.” EVCS required by CBC Chapter 11B to be accessible must have both, an accessible route to the facility entrance (see CBC...
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New Hampshire Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (NHVR)
Vocational Rehabilitation is a joint State/Federal program that seeks to empower people to make informed choices, build viable careers, and live more independently in the community....
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Re: Single User Restroom Accessibility
Section 11B-202.3.2 indicates that "an alteration of an existing element, space, or area of a building or facility shall not impose a requirement for accessibility greater than new construction...
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203.9 Employee Work Areas
Building and fire codes already require connecting paths of travel to work stations for purposes of emergency egress....
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Suleiman Alibhai, O.D., Low Vision Services, PLC.
So if you’re going to build a building with good light, which is great, and then to have to move to another area of the building and it suddenly turns dark, well they have to make a transition...
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Certified Access Specialist Program (CASp)
Specialist (CASp) program was created by Senate Bill 262 (Chapter 872, 2003) and is designed to meet the public's need for experienced, trained, and tested individuals who can inspect buildings...
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Neurofibromatosis Network
We are the leading national organization advocating for federal funding for NF research and building and supporting NF communities.The NF Network’s goal is to eradicate the health issues...
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Expert Report of John Rife Torkelson, theACCESSpartnership, L.P. (August 8, 2018)
Building Entrance: The raised threshold at the exterior entrance exceeds 1/2 inch (1991 ADA Stds 4.13.8; 2010 ADA Stds 404.2.5)....
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Massachusetts Architectural Access Board
Its legislative mandate states that it shall develop and enforce regulations designed to make public buildings accessible to, functional for, and safe for use by persons with disabilities...
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RESNA Position Paper on the Use of Evacuation Chairs
It is not intended to replace professional judgment related to specific occupants and building environments. ... Continue reading here....
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AIM Independent Living Center - Corning, Bath, Belmont, Elmira, Hornell, and Montour Falls, NY
Mission AIM cultivates accessible communities by advocating for change, building partnerships and promoting individual choice....
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Taconic Resources for Independence (TRI) - Poughkeepsie, NY
At TRI, we demand a high degree of integrity and fiscal responsibility with which we build trusting and respectful relationships with our consumers....
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Easterseals Louisiana
We change the way the world defines and views disability by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day, helping our clients build the skills and access the resources...
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NABCO GT300 & GT8300 Overhead Concealed Low-Energy Swing Door Operator
way, enabling the operator to be quickly installed or removed for easy servicing while allowing the door to remain in a closed position, eliminating the loss of energy from within the building...
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Mobi-Mat® Recpath™ ADA Beach Access Mat
Mobi-Mat® RECPATH™ is easily maintained by sweeping any excess sand build up with a broom or with a leaf blower....
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Allegion Falcon 1790 Series Exit Devices
The streamlined design has no openings for chains, reducing the risk for code infringements and offering increased building security by eliminating the possibility of tampering and forced...
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Pilot Rock FSW-26/18 Campfire Ring
The 300 sq. inch single level Swivel Grate will move 180 degrees – from over the fire to completely out of the fire ring – for easy fire building and serving. ...
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Atlantis Railing
Note: Railing heights are offered in these dimensions due to nationwide building codes. However, Atlantis Rail can supply custom heights/lengths upon request....
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Trimco 1500 Series Hospital Latch
Its aesthetic appearance, ease of operation, versatility and dependability have led to extensive use in modern buildings....
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Viking E-1600A-BLT2EWP Emergency Tower Phone with Blue Strobe Light, Voice Announcer and Weather Protection
Many new building codes require emergency communication in elevators and “Area of Refuge” sites....
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Employee Parking Lot
Question: Is there a difference between parking spaces marked or reserved for employees and parking spaces that are just in the back of the building, unmarked but intended for employees?...
