2010 ADA Definition
Emotional Support Animal: ‘‘Animals whose sole function is to provide emotional support, comfort, therapy, companionship, therapeutic benefits, or to promote emotional well-being are not service animals.'' 73 FR 34508, 34553 (June 17, 2008).
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Official Technical Assistance
Access Board: Vertical Clearance for Protruding Objects
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Official Technical Assistance
Access Board: Protruding Objects - Sculptures
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Federal Documents > Standards > 36 CFR Part 1195 Standards for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment
M305.2.8 Fittings
Transfer supports shall not rotate within their fittings when in place for transfer....
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Access Board: Clear Floor or Ground Space
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Access Board: T-Shaped Space
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Official Technical Assistance
Access Board: Accessible Parking Pay Stations
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Federal Documents > Preamble to Standards > 36 CFR Part 1195 Standards for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment - Preamble
M305.2.4 Cross Section (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The proposed rule did not provide specific requirements for the cross section of transfer supports....
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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)
382.51 What requirements must carriers meet concerning the accessibility of airport facilities?
One new requirement at U.S. airports is to provide, in cooperation with the airport operator, animal relief areas for service animals that accompany passengers who are departing, arriving...
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Federal Documents > Standards > 36 CFR Part 1195 Standards for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment
M305.2.7 Clearance
Clearance between the transfer support gripping surface and adjacent surfaces or obstructions shall be 1 ½ inches (38 mm) minimum....
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Federal Documents > Standards > 36 CFR Part 1195 Standards for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment
M305.2.4 Cross Section
Transfer supports shall have a cross section complying with 305.2.4.1 or 305.2.4.2....
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Federal Documents > Preamble to Standards > 36 CFR Part 1195 Standards for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment - Preamble
M305.2.1 Location (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The Committee recommended requiring one support on the opposite side of the transfer side regardless of whether it was a transfer support or positioning support....
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Federal Documents > Standards > 36 CFR Part 1195 Standards for Accessible Medical Diagnostic Equipment
M305.2.5 Surface Hazards
Transfer supports and surfaces adjacent to transfer supports shall be free of sharp or abrasive components and shall have eased edges....
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Rulemaking Process Documents > NPRMS > 36 CFR Part 1195 Proposed Accessibility Standards for Medical Diagnostic Equipment NPRM
M305.2.1 Location
Transfer supports shall be located within reach of the transfer surface and shall not obstruct transfer onto or off of the surface when in position....
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Official Technical Assistance
Access Board: Protruding Objects - Drinking Fountains
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Access Board: Accessible Bathing Facilities Scoping
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Access Board: Doors in a Series
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Official Technical Assistance
Access Board: Door Opening Force
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Official Technical Assistance
Access Board: Obstructed Side Reach
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Research and History > Research Documents > Independent Wheelchair Transfers in the Built Environment: How Transfer Setup Impacts Performance Phase 2: Final Report
Conclusion
During this second phase of the independent wheelchair transfer study, platform transfers with and without grab-bars and a backrest and two-step transfers were evaluated. The study...
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State and Local Documents > Guidelines > Guidelines for Environmental Infection Control in Health-Care Facilities (excerpts related to service animals only)
3. Service Animals
Excluding a service animal from an OR or similar special care areas (e.g., burn units, some ICUs, PE units, and any other area containing equipment critical for life support) is appropriate...
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Spirit of the ADA
Improving Customer Service for People with Disabilities Video
This film was produced by the West Suburban Chamber of Commerce and Industry Foundation, in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Rehabilitation...
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Research and History > Research Documents > Independent Wheelchair Transfers in the Built Environment: How Transfer Setup Impacts Performance Phase 2: Final Report
Implication for Standards and Design
Each phase involved a highly customized transfer station iteratively developed with scientific, expert and consumer input to support the goals of the project. ...
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Legal Documents > United States of America v. Humboldt County, California - Consent Decree
Attachment A: NOTICE UNDER THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in County offices, even where pets are generally prohibited....
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Webinars, Videos, and Training > Official Technical Assistance
Access Board: Clear Floor Space Position
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