With the exception of transit facilities, which are covered by regulations issued by the Department of Transportation, there is no process for certifying that an alternative design provides...
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103 Equivalent Facilitation
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Standards that measure needed physical or mental ability to perform a job
For example: A police department that requires all its officers to be able to make forcible arrests and to perform all job functions in the department might be able to justify stringent...
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Questions and Answers on the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 for Students with Disabilities Attending Public Elementary and Secondary Schools
Department of Education has determined that this document is a "significant guidance document" under the Office of Management and Budget's Final Bulletin for Agency Good Guidance Practices...
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"Other Power-Driven Mobility Device" (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The definition is designed to be broad and inclusive because the Department recognizes the diverse needs and preferences of individuals with disabilities and does not wish to impede individual...
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One Set of Design Standards
(House Report at 27) Similarly, the Department's Guidelines are not the exclusive standard for compliance with the Act's accessibility requirements....
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Alterations to stairs (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The Department believes that by requiring only the addition of handrails to altered stairs where levels are connected by an accessible route, the costs of compliance for public entities...
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1. New Format for Guidelines
We added notes to paragraphs (a) and (b) of section 1191.1 that reference the accessibility standards adopted by the Department of Justice and Department of Defense....
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VI. Regulatory Process Matters (SBREFA, Regulatory Flexibility Act, Executive Orders, Benefits and Costs)
Regulatory Process Matters (SBREFA, Regulatory Flexibility Act, Executive Orders, Benefits and Costs) Since this proposal is an ANPRM, the Department is not required to conduct certain...
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Department of Justice 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20530 /s/ Angela Miller T. CHRISTIAN HERREN, JR. TIMOTHY F....
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Checklist
Consult with local fire, police, and HazMat departments. Explore various accommodation options for emergency evacuation. C....
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Rules of Construction for Major Life Activities
The Department did not receive any comments objecting to its proposed language....
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Free Technical Assistance
Department of Justice ADA Information Line 800‒514‒0301 (voice) 800‒514‒0383 (TTY) ADA Website and ADA Business Connection You may also review or download information on the...
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Alterations to stairs. (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The Department believes that by requiring only the addition of handrails to altered stairs where levels are connected by an accessible route, the costs of compliance for public entities...
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2.6 Communications.
Accessible Design, there are signage requirements that address the need for directional and informational signs that communicate information about the location and availability of accessible services...
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Priorities for Barrier Removal
the following priorities for barrier removal: Providing access to your business from public sidewalks, parking areas, and public transportation; Providing access to the goods and services...
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Section 36.213 Relationship of Subpart 8 to Subparts C and D (Preamble, Section-by-Section Analysis)
One illustration of this principle is its application to the obligation of a public accommodation to provide access to services by removal of architectural barriers or by alternatives to...
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D) Curb Ramps at Intersections
Pedestrian walkways or sidewalks that are the responsibility of the town often play a key role in providing access to government programs and services and to the goods and services offered...
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Recommendations for Buffet Meals
Use the following guidelines when setting up buffet lines and stations: Buffet service tables should be no higher than 36 inches....
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Section 36.213 Relationship of Subpart 8 to Subparts C and D (Section-By-Section Analysis and Response to Comments)
One illustration of this principle is its application to the obligation of a public accommodation to provide access to services by removal of architectural barriers or by alternatives to...
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H. Transitions Back to the Community
operators have required individuals with disabilities to move to hospitals, nursing homes, or other institutions when these individuals could not locate accessible housing or the supportive services...
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C. Federal Appellate Case Law
the Ninth Circuit reversed a district court decision dismissing a complaint for failure to state a claim and held that “closed captioning” and audio description are “auxiliary aids and services...
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Interim Segway® Personal Transporter Policy
The General Services Administration (GSA) recognizes that some persons with mobility impairments are utilizing the Segway® Personal Transporter (Segway) and similar devices as their preferred...
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206.2.5 Restaurants and Cafeterias
Examples of "same services" include, but are not limited to, bar service, rooms having smoking and non-smoking sections, lotto and other table games, carry-out, and buffet service....
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G.5.ii. - How is the "back office" exception applied?
First, the agency must intend to locate the product in a physical space frequented only by service personnel....