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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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Willoughby Industries WODF-2-HC Stainless Steel Outdoor ADA Drinking Fountain
WODF-2 fountain shall be lead-free, adhering to ANSI/NSF 61, Section 9, ANSIA117.1 and American Disabilities Act of 2010 requirements....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
TownSteel TDC 70 ALUMINUM Grade 1 Door Closer
ANSI/BHMA
A156.4 Grade 1 Certified
UL
UL &ULC Listed
BAA
BAA model meets guidelines of the Buy American Act
ADA
TDC-70BF adjustable to meet requirements of the Americans with Disabilities...
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AccessRec GrassProtecta Slip Resistant Grass Reinforcement Mesh
taxiways
Equestrian surfaces
Grass verges
Caravan park access and caravan bays
Front lawn parking
Pedestrian paths
Wheelchair paths
Disabled...
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Delta Single Handle Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet with Touch2O Technology 9159T-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
TownSteel CS Series, Grade 2, Clutched Flat Rose Cylindrical Locks
, other unpon request
Code Compliance
ANSI/BHMA
Meets or exceeds A156.2-2011 4000 Series Grade 2 requirements
UL
UL 10C 3 Hour Rated
ADA
Meet Requirements of The Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Allegion Falcon T-Series Mechanical Locks
Inner Elevation Door Edge Standard Strike
All lever designs shall be solid and meet the federal ADA and state disability requirements....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Willoughby Industries WODF-3-HC-CHD Stainless Steel Outdoor ADA and Child Drinking Fountain
WODF-3 fountain shall be lead-free, adhering to ANSI/NSF 61, Section 9, ANSIA117.1 and American Disabilities Act of 2010 requirements....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Willoughby Industries WODF-3-HC-PET Stainless Steel Outdoor ADA and Pet Drinking Fountain
WODF-3 fountain shall be lead-free, adhering to ANSI/NSF 61, Section 9, ANSIA117.1 and Americans with Disabilities Act of 2010 requirements....
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
TownSteel TDC 40, CAST IRON Grade 1 Door Closer
Compliance
ANSI/BHMA
A156.4 Grade 1 Certified
UL
UL &ULC Listed
BAA
BAA model meets guidelines of the Buy American Act
ADA
Adjustable to meet requirements of the Americans with Disabilities...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
Willoughby Industries WODF-3-CHD-PET Stainless Steel Outdoor Child and Pet Drinking Fountain
WODF-3 fountain shall be lead-free, adhering to ANSI/NSF 61, Section 9, ANSIA117.1 and American Disabilities Act of 2010 requirements....
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Guardian Barrier-Free WideArea™ Eye/Face Wash GBF1724
ADA compliance: When installed at recommended mounting height, unit complies with ADA requirements for accessibility by disabled persons (maximum height and reach, minimum knee clearance...
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Products and Additional Resources > Products
ADA Helper App
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Cybex Total Access Leg Extension Exercise Machine
Ability over disability.
Accommodates people of all abilities on the same gym floor....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Enforcement Guidance: Reasonable Accommodation and Undue Hardship Under the Americans with Disabilities Act
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INVESTIGATORS
., is the Charging Party qualified for the job except that, because of disability, s/he needs a reasonable accommodation to perform the position's essential functions)?...
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Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 36 CFR Part 1194 - Proposed Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Standards and Guidelines NPRM - Preamble
5. Interoperability Requirements for Assistive Technology
Assistive technology (AT) is hardware or software used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities....
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Legal Documents > United States of America v. Humboldt County, California - Settlement Agreement
M. NEW CONSTRUCTION, ALTERATIONS, AND PHYSICAL CHANGES TO FACILITIES
The parts of a County facility that do not comply with the 1991 ADA Standards (or the 2010 ADA Standards, as applicable), as listed in Attachments G, H, I, and J, prevent people with disabilities...
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Federal Documents > Preamble to Guidelines > 36 CFR Part 1191 ABA Accessibility Guidelines, Outdoor Developed Areas - Preamble
3. Statutory and Regulatory Background
The Architectural Barriers Act requires facilities constructed or altered by or on behalf of federal agencies to be readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities.3 See...
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Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 36 CFR Part 1195 Proposed Accessibility Standards for Medical Diagnostic Equipment NPRM - Preamble
Standing Supports (M304.3 and M305.3)
These kinds of adjustable supports are not required but would accommodate a broad range of patients with disabilities, particularly where a patient needs to assume multiple body positions...
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Legal Documents > United States of America v. Humboldt County, California - Consent Decree
M. NEW CONSTRUCTION, ALTERATIONS, AND PHYSICAL CHANGES TO FACILITIES
The parts of a County facility that do not comply with the 1991 ADA Standards (or the 2010 ADA Standards, as applicable), as listed in Attachments G, H, I, and J, prevent people with disabilities...
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Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 36 CFR Part 1194 - Proposed Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Standards and Guidelines NPRM - Preamble
603.1 General (Section-by-Section Analysis)
required to conform to the requirements concerning information on accessibility and compatibility features (603.2), as well as accommodation for the communication needs of persons with disabilities...
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Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 36 CFR Part 1194 - Proposed Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Standards and Guidelines NPRM - Preamble
602.1 General (Section-by-Section Analysis)
Requiring that comprehensive product information be available to users with disabilities is important because product installation and configuration can often impact its accessibility....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > ADA Update - A Primer for Small Business
Staff Training
Many local disability organizations, including Centers for Independent Living, conduct ADA trainings in their communities....
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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)
E. Paperwork Reduction Act
Section 382.157 involves disability-related complaint reporting to the Department....
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Federal Documents > Technical Assistance > Title I Technical Assistance Manual
3. The risk must be current, not one that is speculative or remote
This includes speculation that an individual's disability may become more severe....