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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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.201(a)
(a) Whenever an OTRB makes an intermediate or rest stop, a passenger with a disability, including an individual using a wheelchair, shall be permitted to leave and return to the bus on the...
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Links > Independent Living
Sunrise House Treatment Program: Substance Abuse Among Physically Disabled Individuals - Lafayette, NJ
When it comes to physically disabled individuals, there may be special circumstances around their abuse of a drug related to their disability, especially if chronic pain is involved....
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Rulemaking Process Documents > Committee Activity and Reports > Recommendations on Standards for the Design of Medical Diagnostic Equipment for Adults with Disabilities, Advisory Committee Final Report
17 Inch Low Height
, strongly stated that a 17” height is essential to accommodate the largest segment of people with disabilities....
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Federal Documents > Preamble to Regulations > 28 CFR Part 36, Appendix B: Preamble to Regulation on Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities (1991 ADA Title III Regulations Preamble)
Section 36.309 Examinations and Courses (Section-By-Section Analysis and Response to Comments)
Paragraph (a) restates section 309 of the Americans with Disabilities Act....
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Links > Federal Department or Agency
United States Access Board
Access Board is a federal agency that promotes equality for people with disabilities through leadership in accessible design and the development of accessibility guidelines and standards...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
BEA Inc. Piezo Push Button Heavy Duty Door Actuator (Push to Exit)
The LED ring can be illuminated in brilliant red, vibrant green or disabled....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Lynx Grills Inc. 30” Grill ProSear Burner & 1 Stainless Steel Burner (L500ADA)
Features:
Lynx is proud to introduce the first freestanding cart grill designed for individuals with disabilities....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Cavity Sliders CL100 ADA LaviLock Hardware Set with 'Vacant / In Use' Indicator
The CL100 LaviLock is a disabled access lockset designed with ease of use and longevity of service in mind....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Yale 4400 Series Institutional Door Closer
Compliance Standards:
4400 Series door closers are designed to comply with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and ANSI standard A117.1....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Yale 1100 Series Industrial Door Closer
Door closers meet disabled requirements for light to medium weight interior doors....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
ADA Solutions, Inc. Surface Applied Truncated Dome Detectable Warning Systems
beveled edges
Standard sizes: 24" x 36", 24" x 48", 24" x 60", 36" x 48" and 36" x 60"
All of our truncated dome tactile surfaces are in full compliance with the American Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Greenfields Outdoor Fitness Accessible Hand Cycle HP2009-7-21
But too many of these fresh-air gyms neglect a key population: individuals with mobility impairments, who due to their disabilities are more prone to sedentary lifestyles....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Otis Elevator HANDSOFF Phone
HANDSOFF(R) PHONE:
The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and current national elevator codes require two-way communication accessibility in the elevator....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Yale 2700 Series Architectural Door Closer
• Meets requirements for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ANSI/BHMA A117.1
• 10-year limited warranty...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
American Standard Brandon Centerset Bathroom Faucet
performance, delivering a 1.2-GPM max flow rate
2-handle centerset lavatory faucet for 4-in centers
ADA-compliant faucet is easier, safer and more comfortable for those with disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Speed Queen Quantum Single Load Dryer Front Control Stainless Steel Cabinet
With over 48 million people today who qualify as disabled, meeting their needs is essential in commercial laundry equipment....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
SDC Sure Exit® PSB560 REX Pressure Sense Exit Bar
Series Features
Tri-failsafe for unequalled safety and reliability
Human touch not required, ensuring superior safety release for the frail, disabled and wheelchair compatible...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Widgit First Response Communication Book
Symbols
Symbols are an effective communication tool in assisting dialogue with people that (sic) have learning disabilities, people who do not speak English and people who cannot speak...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Cybex Total Access Treadmill
Ability over disability.
Accommodates people of all abilities on the same gym floor....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Cities and Counties: First Steps Toward Solving Common ADA Problems
Cities and Counties: First Steps Toward Solving Common ADA Problems
ADA Problems
Through its Project Civic Access initiative, the Department has worked with over 100 State and local governments to bring them into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > A Guide to Disability Rights Laws
Fair Housing Act
The Fair Housing Act, as amended in 1988, prohibits housing discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, and national origin....
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Research and History > Regulations and Standards History > Equality of Opportunity: The Making of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Foreword, July 26, 1997
Its enactment codified into law important principles that would henceforth govern the relationship between society and its citizens with disabilities. The ADA is universal....
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 14 CFR Part 382 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel (Air Carrier Access Act) (with amendments issued through May 2016)
§382.33(b)
(b) Restrictions you must not impose on passengers with a disability include, but are not limited to, the following:...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > ADA/Section 504 Design Guide - Accessible Cells in Correction Facilities
All Furniture
All furniture placed in accessible cells for the use of inmates with disabilities needs to be accessible....