Public entities may choose between two technical standards for accessible design: The Uniform Federal Accessibility Standard (UFAS), established under the Architectural Barriers Act, or...
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VII. New Construction and Alterations
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FAQ: How do I feature myself or my company on the "Find An Accessibility Specialist" page?
On your profile page, you may edit your Bio, upload your Resume, and edit your Professional Details; Professional Details is the portion that will be displayed on the “Find an Accessibility...
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Collection of Medical or Disability-Related Information
information collected from an applicant or an employee, including regarding an occupational injury or workers' compensation claim, can only be disclosed to: (a) supervisors and managers who may...
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4.1.4(5) BUSINESS
Application All areas for which the intended use will require public access or which may result in employment of physically handicapped persons....
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16(a)(iii)
Compliance with ADA Standards § 9.3 may be achieved by either providing (1) visual alarms that are connected to the building emergency alarm system, and visual notification devices for incoming...
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1009.6.3 Size
Exception: The enforcing agency may reduce the size of each required area of refuge to accommodate one wheelchair space that is not less than 30 inches by 48 inches (762 mm by 1219 mm) on...
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Head and Back Support (M301.3.3 and M302.3.3)
Although not required by the proposed standards, examination tables that can be adjusted to a sitting position and then reclined to a horizontal position may be easier for patients with...
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Telecommunications Relay Services (TRS) (Advisory Guidance)
The communications assistant also reads the message typed by the TTY user, or the TTY user may speak for him or herself using voice carry over. 19....
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Paragraph (c) (Advisory Guidance)
Depending upon the product, the manufacturer may also be able to allow users to adjust colors to match their preferences and visual abilities. d. Avoid colors with a low luminance....
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Assistive technology (Preamble, Section-by-Section Analysis)
The preamble to the proposed rule noted that assistive technology may include screen readers which allow persons who cannot see a visual display to either hear screen content or read the...
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Error/Omission: Adequate maneuvering clearance is not provided at doors, including doors to accessible toilet stalls.
If toilet stall approach is from the latch side of the stall door, clearance between the door side of the stall and any obstruction may be reduced to a minimum of 42 in (1065 mm) (Fig. 30...
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Error/Omission: Where toilet rooms or bathrooms are provided, not all public and common use toilet rooms and bathrooms (including locker rooms and toilet rooms for employee use) are accessible.
Result: People with disabilities are restricted to a limited number of toilet rooms and may have to travel long distances to the accessible toilet room while others can use any toilet...
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§ 35.151(k)(2) Alterations to detention and correctional facilities.
However, when alterations are made to specific cells, detention and correctional facility operators may satisfy their obligation to provide the required number of cells with mobility features...
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6. Classroom Acoustics
More information may be found on the Access Board’s website at https://www.access-board.gov/guidelines-and-standards/buildings-and-sites/classroom-acoustics....
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Section 206.3
circulation devices, fare vending or other ticketing areas, and fare collection areas shall be placed to minimize the distance which wheelchair users and other persons who cannot negotiate steps may...
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11B-810.6 Rail station signs
Emerging technologies such as an audible sign system using infrared transmitters and receivers may provide greater accessibility in the transit environment than traditional Braille and raised...
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1.9.1.1.2
The lessee of public accommodations should be aware that readily achievable barrier removal is an ongoing obligation under the ADA and may require physical alterations to the building or...
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General Provisions
Entities may provide service to additional persons as well....
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Commuter Bus Service
The rationale that may be inferred for the statutory exemption for this kind of service concerns its typical characteristics (e.g., no attempt to comprehensively cover a service area, limited...
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§ 38.23(d)(4) Orientation
In vehicles 22 feet in length or less, the required securement device may secure the wheelchair or mobility aid either facing toward the front of the vehicle or facing rearward, with a padded...
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11B-225.2.3 Library book stacks
Book stacks available for public use may be higher than 54 inches (1372 mm) maximum above the finish floor when an attendant is available to assist persons with disabilities. 2. ...
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[2010 ADA Standards] 105.1 General
Copies of the referenced standards may be inspected at the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, 1331 F Street, NW, Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20004; at the Department...
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1009.6.3 Size
Exception: The enforcing agency may reduce the size of each required area of refuge to accommodate one wheelchair space that is not less than 30 inches by 48 inches (762 mm by 1219 mm) on...