Search Results "Patient with a Disability"

• 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)
  §382.113 What services are carriers not required to provide to passengers with a disability on board the aircraft?

  As a carrier, you are not required to provide extensive special assistance to qualified individuals with a disability....

• Research and History > Regulations and Standards History > Americans with Disabilities Act 25th Anniversary Timeline - Disability & Employment
  The Smith-Fess Act

  into law by President Woodrow Wilson, the Smith-Fess Act (also known as the Civilian Vocational Rehabilitation Act) establishes the Vocational Rehabilitation program for Americans with disabilities...

• Additional Access Publications > A Guide to Planning Accessible Meetings
  A Note on Language and Terms

  People with disabilities, disability rights activists, service providers, health care providers, writers, reporters, editors, educators and supporters must become aware of the power of language...

• 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
  5.2.1.2 Transfer Surface Depth

  The transfer surface should be 17 inches deep minimum for all equipment used by patients in a supine, side-lying, or prone position with the exception of imaging equipment....

• Webinars, Videos, and Training > Product Demonstration or Information
  Brewer Access™ High-Low Exam Table
  

  The Brewer Company leads the industry in innovation through our comprehensive line of power procedure tables, exam tables, seating, lighting, and broad line of durable medical...

• Federal Documents > Preamble to Guidelines > 24 CFR Part 100—Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines, Preamble
  Handicap

  Several commenters requested that the Department avoid use of the terms "handicap" and "handicapped persons", and replace them with the terms "disability" and "persons with disabilities"...

• Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Air Carrier Access Act Technical Assistance Manual (2005)
  Seating Accommodations for Passengers with a Disability Other than one of the Four Types Listed Above

  Seating Accommodations for Passengers with a Disability Other than one of the Four Types Listed Above Passengers with a disability – other than the types of passengers with a disability...

• Federal Documents > Preamble to Regulations > 14 CFR Part 382 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel (Air Carrier Access Act): Preamble and Section-by-Section Analysis (with amendments issued through July 2010)
  382.113 What services are carriers not required to provide to passengers with a disability on board the aircraft?

  382.113 What services are carriers not required to provide to passengers with a disability on board the aircraft?...

• Federal Documents > Standards > 36 CFR Part 1195 Standards for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment
  M302.4.2 Clearance Around Base

  The base of the diagnostic equipment shall provide a clearance 6 inches (150 mm) high minimum measured from the floor and 36 inches (915 mm) deep minimum measured from the edge of...

• 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
  5.4.2.1 Transfer Support Length for Stretchers

  5.4.2.1 Transfer Support Length for Stretchers. Transfer supports on stretchers should be a minimum of 15 inches long.

• 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
  5.3.2.1 Transfer Sides for Stretchers

  5.3.2.1 Transfer Sides for Stretchers. The transfer surface shall be located to provide the ability to transfer from a mobility device onto both long sides of the surface.

• Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 36 CFR Part 1195 Proposed Accessibility Standards for Medical Diagnostic Equipment NPRM
  M302.4.2 Clearance Around Base

  The base of the equipment shall provide a clearance 6 inches (150 mm) high minimum measured from the floor and 36 inches (915 mm) deep minimum measured from the edge of the...

• 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
  5.2.1.1 Transfer Surface Width Recommendations for M301

  5.2.1.1 Transfer Surface Width Recommendations for M301 The Committee recommends a transfer surface of 28 inches minimum width for equipment used by patients in a supine, side-lying,...

• 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
  6. Transfer Surface Height

  Given that diagnostic imaging tables are in integral part of the exam and required for accurate results, their design to support very heavy patients, and in some types the existence of imaging...

• Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Title I Technical Assistance Manual
  1630.3(d)

  (d) Disability does not include:...

• 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)
  §1630.3(d)

  (d) Disability does not include:...

• Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 36 CFR Part 1195 Proposed Accessibility Standards for Medical Diagnostic Equipment NPRM
  M301.3.2 Stirrups

  Where stirrups are provided, they shall provide a method of supporting, positioning, and securing the patient’s legs....

• Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 28 CFR Part 35 Title II Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) - Preamble (published 2008)
  Integration of inmates and detainees with disabilities. (Section-by-Section Analysis)

  Section 35.152(b)(2) would require public entities to ensure that inmates or detainees with disabilities are housed in the most integrated setting appropriate to the needs of the individual...

• Webinars, Videos, and Training > Spirit of the ADA
  Reimagining Housing for Adults with Developmental Disabilities | David Buuck | TEDxFortWayne
  

  This is the number one question that parents of adult children with developmental and intellectual disabilities ask themselves....

• Additional Access Publications > Emergency Evacuation Preparedness: Taking Responsibility For Your Safety A Guide For People with Disabilities and Other Activity Limitations
  Evaluate Your Need to Identify as Someone Who Requires Assistance During an Evacuation

  There are many people, including those who identify and those who do not identify as having a disability or who have no visible disability, who may also need assistance. ...

• 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
  5.4.1 Transfer Support Location for M301 and M302

  Where possible, it is recommended that supports be provided on each side of the transfer surface that is 15 inches deep minimum for patients to maintain position after they have transferred...

• Additional Access Publications > A Guide to Planning Accessible Meetings
  The Market Case for Accessible Events, Meetings and Conferences

  Americans with Disabilities: 57.6 Million According to the U.S....

• Federal Documents > Preamble to Regulations > 14 CFR Part 382 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in Air Travel (Air Carrier Access Act): Preamble and Section-by-Section Analysis (with amendments issued through July 2010)
  382.31 May carriers impose special charges on passengers with a disability for providing services and accommodations required by this rule?

  382.31 May carriers impose special charges on passengers with a disability for providing services and accommodations required by this rule?...

• State and Local Documents > Guidelines > Accessibility Guidebook for Outdoor Recreation and Trails
  What Terminology Should Be Used?

  Although people who have disabilities refer to themselves in many different ways and numerous "buzz words" have been used to describe people with disabilities over the years, direction for...