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 > Technical Assistance > Title I Technical Assistance Manual
12112(b)(2)
(2) participating in a contractual or other arrangement or relationship that has the effect of subjecting a covered entities qualified applicant or employee with a disability to the discrimination...
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Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities NPRM (2008 Title III NPRM)
2004 ADAAG
2004 ADAAG means parts I and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act and Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines, which were issued by the Architectural and Transportation...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > ADA Checklist for New Lodging Facilities
K. Operable Parts
Are the drapery wands and controls on fixed lamps and HVAC units easily operable with one hand, without tight grasping, pinching or twisting of the wrist, since many persons with disabilities...
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Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 28 CFR Part 35 Title II Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) (published 2008)
§ 35.151(b)(1)
or part of the facility shall, to the maximum extent feasible, be altered in such manner that the altered portion of the facility is readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities...
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Air Carrier Access Act Technical Assistance Manual (2005)
Contractor:
For example, carriers often have business arrangements with companies to provide wheelchair service to passengers with disabilities or to handle baggage. [Sec. 382.7]...
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State and Local Documents > Laws > Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 (with amendments issued through 2008)
12112(b)(2)
(2) participating in a contractual or other arrangement or relationship that has the effect of subjecting a covered entity's qualified applicant or employee with a disability to the discrimination...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities (1991 ADA Title III Regulations)
Sec.36.605(a)(1)
that advises the public of the preliminary determination of equivalency with respect to the particular code, and invite interested persons and organizations, including individuals with disabilities...
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State and Local Documents > Codes and Standards > 2012 Florida Accessibility Code
Wheelchair
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 outdoor locomotion....
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Using Corada > Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Corada
FAQ: What does Corada mean?
CORADA is an acronym for the Comprehensive Resource for the Americans with Disabilities Act....
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Legal Documents > United States of America v. Hilton Worldwide Inc. - Consent Decree
16(a)(v)
(v) The accessible rooms for individuals with mobility disabilities have the maneuvering clearances for beds specified in ADA Standards §9.2.2(1), to and within the bathroom (ADA Standards...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 35 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in State and Local Government Services (2010 ADA Title II Regulations with amendments issued through Aug. 2016)
§ 35.151(b)(1)
or part of the facility shall, to the maximum extent feasible, be altered in such manner that the altered portion of the facility is readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.101(b) Fixed Route System. Vehicle Capacity Over 16
vehicle with a seating capacity of over 16 passengers (including the driver) for use on the system, it shall ensure that the vehicle is readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 49 CFR Parts 37 & 38 - Department of Transportation (DOT) ADA Regulations
§ 37.103(b) Fixed route systems
an automobile, a van with a seating capacity of less than eight persons (including the driver), it shall ensure that the vehicle is readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities...
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Federal Documents > Regulations > 28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations - Movie Theaters; Movie Captioning and Audio Description Final Rule
3. Voluntary Compliance
However, individuals with hearing and vision disabilities and other commenters noted that despite the fact that captioning and audio description have been available for more than a decade...
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Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 36 CFR Part 1190, Proposed Accessibility Guidelines for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right-of-Way: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM)
Rulemaking History
Rulemaking History
The Access Board began developing accessibility guidelines for pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way shortly after the Americans with Disabilities Act was...
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Legal Documents > VOLUNTARY COMPLIANCE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE TOWN OF LEWISBORO, NEW YORK
A. SCOPE OF THE INVESTIGATION
WHEREAS, this matter was initiated by a complaint filed under title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), 42 U.S.C. §§ 12131-12134, with the United States Department...
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Legal Documents > Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition, et al. Plaintiffs, v. Abercrombie & Fitch Co., et al., Defendants. - Statement of Interest on the Parties' Motions for Summary Judgment
A. Overview Of The Relevant Statutory And Regulatory Provisions
In 1990, Congress enacted the ADA “to provide a clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals with disabilities.” 42 U.S.C. § 12101(b...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Allegion Falcon SC80 Series Surface Mounted Door Control
Additionally, the SC81 is designed to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and ANSI A117.1. The SC81 is ANSI/BHMA A156.4, Grade 1 certified....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
TownSteel ED1100F Grade 1 Fire Rim Device
separately
CODE COMPLIANCE
ANSI/BHMA
A156.3-2008 Grade 1 Certified
UL
UL 10C 3-hour rated
BAA
Meets requirements of the Buy American Act
ADA
Meets guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Delta Single Handle Lavatory with Touch2O.xt 561T-DST
for the life of the faucet
Includes optional 6 in. escutcheon for 3-hole installations
Includes matching finish plastic pop-up drain assembly
Meets standards set by Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Yale 51 Series Industrial Door Closer
swing 180°, conditions permitting
• 15-year limited warranty
• Staked valves
ADA: The series 51BF door closers are designed to comply with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Delta Single Handle Pull-Down Bar/Prep Faucet with Touch2O Technology 9959T-DST
docked when not in use
DIAMOND Seal Technology features a valve embedded with diamonds to ensure like-new operation for the life of the faucet
Meets standards set by Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Moen Delaney with MotionSense Spot Resist Stainless One-Handle High Arc Pulldown Kitchen Faucet
conveniently stop water flow from the spray head; powerful rinse for heavy–duty cleaning
single hole mount creates a cleaner look against custom countertops
complies with Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
DORMA ED900 Low-Energy Swing Door Operator
Fully ADA compliant
The new operator is especially helpful for children, the elderly, persons with disabilities, or those carrying objects or pushing carts....