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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Additional Access Publications > Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide For People with Disabilities
Is Identification of the Path(s) to the Means of Egress Necessary?
However, the ability of a person with a cognitive disability to find and use the exits should be verified....
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Federal Documents > Standards > 36 CFR Part 1194 - Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Final Standards and Guidelines (with amendments issued through Jan. 2018)
E202.7.2 Alternative Means
Where ICT that fully conforms to the Revised 508 Standards is not commercially available, the agency shall provide individuals with disabilities access to and use of information and data...
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Additional Access Publications > ADA Compliance Process by Evan Terry Associates
Undue Burden
"fundamental alteration" establishes the limitation on a public accommodation with regard to the provision of auxiliary aids and services so as not to discriminate against persons with disabilities...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 29 CFR Part 1630, Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the ADA (Title I Regulations with amendments issued through May 2016)
§1630.2(o)(1)(ii)
Modifications or adjustments to the work environment, or to the manner or circumstances under which the position held or desired is customarily performed, that enable an individual with a disability...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 29 CFR Part 1630, Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the ADA (Title I Regulations with amendments issued through May 2016)
§1630.2(n)(1) In general
The term essential functions means the fundamental job duties of the employment position the individual with a disability holds or desires....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Withdrawn Technical Assistance: COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT SERVICE ANIMALS IN PLACES OF BUSINESS
4. Q: What must I do when an individual with a service animal comes to my business?
A: The service animal must be permitted to accompany the individual with a disability to all areas of the facility where customers are normally allowed to go....
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2016 California Standards for Accessible Design Pocket Guide - Eff. Jan. 1, 2017
RECOMMEND
HCD 2] Does not require mandatory acceptance, but identifies a suggested action that shall be considered for the purpose of providing a greater degree of accessibility to persons with disabilities...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.73(c)(1)
(1) An initial solicitation for used vehicles specifying that all used vehicles are to be lift-equipped and otherwise accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities, or, if an...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.81(c)(1)
(1) The initial solicitation for used vehicles made by the public entity specifying that all used vehicles were to be accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities, or, if a...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.193(a)(1)
(1) Beginning one year from the date on which the requirements of this subpart begin to apply to the operator, it shall ensure that any individual with a disability that requests service...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.189(d)
(d) If the individual with a disability does not provide the advance notice the operator requires under paragraph (a) of this section, the operator shall nevertheless provide the service...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2019 California Standards
RECOMMEND
HCD 2] Does not require mandatory acceptance, but identifies a suggested action that shall be considered for the purpose of providing a greater degree of accessibility to persons with disabilities...
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Links > Employment
Milt Wright & Associates, Inc.
Milt Wright and Associates is a publishing, training and consulting firm focused on Disability Management, Job Creation and Employment Resources....
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Links > State Department or Agency
State of California Disability Access Services (DAS) - Boost Your Business: Physical Access, Technical Assistance & CASp
Elevators
Alarms
Tips and Resources
Boost Your Business DVD Booklet: PDF Format
For additional information about DAS services or questions about the Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Lynx Grills Inc. 36” Grill - 1 ProSear Burner & 2 Stainless Steel Burners (L600ADA)
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
Aluminum Swaged SG Series Pressure-Locked Grating
By using the most modern technology available, swaged bar grating allows for a variety of spacings including those that conform to the "Americans with Disabilities Act"....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Norton Surface Mounted 2800ST Cam Action Closer
The efficiency and flat power curve comply with the opening force requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)....
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Falcon Waterfree Technologies Vitreous China Urinal F-4000
It also complies with the American Disabilities Act guidelines and ANSI A117.1 for accessible and usable buildings and facilities and with the International Plumbing Code and National Standard...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Sloan Royal® Exposed Water Closet Flushometer
The Royal Flushometer is designed to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other accessibility laws and guidelines....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
American Standard Jetbrook Urinal
MEETS THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT GUIDELINES AND ANSI A117.1 ACCESSIBLE AND USEABLE BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES - CHECK LOCAL CODES. - When installed so top of rim is 432mm (17") from...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
ADA Solutions, Inc. Cast in Place Tactile Surface
Cast-In-Place Tile
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
Allegion Falcon SC90 Series Surface Mounted Door Control
Additionally, the SC90 Series is designed to meet the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and ANSI A117.1. The SC90 Series is ANSI/BHMA A156.4, Grade 3 certified....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Midmark Ritter 223 Barrier-Free® Power Examination Table
Designed to lower to just 18-inches in height, the Ritter 222 Barrier-Free® Power Exam Table makes it easier for your practice to accommodate the elderly, expectant mothers or patients with disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Cybex Total Access Arc Trainer
Ability over disability.
Accommodates people of all abilities on the same gym floor....