ANSWER: Public entities, such as Amtrak and commuter operators, must construct a new facility for use in designated public transportation so that it is readily accessible to and...
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QUESTION: WHEN A RAIL OPERATOR CONSTRUCTS A NEW STATION PLATFORM OR ALTERS AN EXISTING STATION PLATFORM, DOES 49 CFR PART 37 REQUIRE THE RAIL OPERATOR ENSURE THAT THE PLATFORM IS AT LEAST 8 INCHES ABOVE TOP OF RAIL, EVEN IF THE RAILROAD OPERATOR WILL PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY CONSISTENT WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 37.42?
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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)
The final rule also adds new provisions concerning passengers who use medical oxygen and passengers who are deaf or hard-of-hearing....
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2. Question: What is the minimum width needed for a level boarding railroad passenger station platform to meet the accessibility requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
Answer: Under 49 CFR Part 37, all new or altered railroad station platforms, including non-level boarding platforms, used for intercity rail passenger service or commuter rail passenger...
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Does a wheelchair user have to use the seat belt and shoulder harness?
regulations, a transit operator is not permitted to mandate the use by wheelchair users of seat belts and shoulder harnesses, unless the operator mandates the use of these devices by all passengers...
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Does a wheelchair user have to use the seat belt and shoulder harness?
regulations, a transit operator is not permitted to mandate the use by wheelchair users of seat belts and shoulder harnesses, unless the operator mandates the use of these devices by all passengers...
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Registered Accessibility Specialist (RAS) Bulletin RAS 2012-01 Referenced Standards
RAS 2012-01 Referenced Standards Effective Date: April 16, 2012 2012 TAS Reference: 105.2 The Department is not the authority having jurisdiction for ensuring...
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Sec.36.310 Transportation provided by public accommodations
Sec.36.310 Transportation provided by public accommodations.
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§ 38.123(a)(3)
(3) A grab bar at least 24 inches long shall be mounted behind the water closet, and a horizontal grab bar at least 40 inches long shall be mounted on at least one side wall, with...
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United States of America v. Quiktrip Corporation - Consent Decree
QUIKTRIP CORPORATION, Defendant. Civil Action No. ____________________ CONSENT DECREE ...
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COMMERCIAL FACILITIES
locomotives, railroad freight cars, railroad cabooses, commuter or intercity passenger rail cars (including coaches, dining cars, sleeping cars, lounge cars and food service cars), any...
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Department of Transportation: Disability Training Materials and Helpful Information
Although many of the programs have an intended audience, we believe that all of the content is helpful for any passenger, airline employee, or contractor....
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B. Information about the Aircraft
You should be familiar with and be able to provide information about aircraft accessibility for passengers with a disability when they request this information....
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ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities
ADA National Network · www.ADAta.org Questions on the ADA call 800-949-4232 voice/tty Questions on the checklist: 617-695-0085 voice/tty or ADAinfo@NewEnglandADA.org This website...
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Commercial Facilities
locomotives, railroad freight cars, railroad cabooses, commuter or intercity passenger rail cars (including coaches, dining cars, sleeping cars, lounge cars, and food service cars), any...
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Typical Issues
Typical Issues When parking is provided for voters, staff and volunteers, accessible parking must be provided for people with disabilities. Voters with disabilities who arrive by...
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11B-503.4 Floor and ground surfaces
Vehicle pull-up spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with Section 11B-302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the vehicle pull-up space they serve. Changes in...
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TEST NO. 1 – INDIVIDUAL BUILDING TEST
For purposes of these requirements, vehicular or pedestrian arrival points include public or resident parking areas, public transportation stops, passenger loading zones and public streets...
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TEST NO. 1 – INDIVIDUAL BUILDING TEST
For purposes of these requirements, vehicular or pedestrian arrival points include public or resident parking areas, public transportation stops, passenger loading zones and public streets...
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TEST NO. 1 – INDIVIDUAL BUILDING TEST
For purposes of these requirements, vehicular or pedestrian arrival points include public or resident parking areas, public transportation stops, passenger loading zones and public streets...
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I. Purpose of the Regulatory Action
While this requirement is not a new obligation for public transportation entities receiving Federal financial assistance (see section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act), including the National...
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Department or DOT or U.S. Department of Transportation:
The Federal agency that works to ensure a fast, safe, efficient, accessible, and convenient transportation system that meets the Nation’s vital national interests and enhances the quality...
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Background
Transportation (“Department” or “DOT,” also “we” or “us”) amended 14 CFR Part 382 (Part 382), its ACAA rule, to apply the rule to foreign carriers and to add new provisions concerning passengers...
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Executive Summary
The purpose of this rulemaking is to ensure that passengers with disabilities have equal access to the same air travel-related information and services that are available to passengers without...
