Section 508 requires that Federal agencies’ electronic and information technology is accessible to people with disabilities. IT Accessibility & Workforce Division, in the U.S....
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Substantially Limited in Working
This is consistent with the fact that no other major life activity receives special attention in the regulation, and with the fact that, in light of the expanded definition of disability...
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1. New Curb Ramp Construction and Alterations
In 1989, DPW established its Curb Ramp Program and developed priorities for the design and installation of curb ramps based on input from the disabled community....
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a) "Neighborhood" Access Theory
little weight to Steinfeld's opinions that Coffman Pool and MLK Pool (which are designated as accessible pools) are not meaningful alternatives to Balboa Pool for persons with mobility disabilities...
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Section 1193.39 Prohibited reduction of accessibility, usability and compatibility [1193.29 in the NPRM] (Section-by-Section Analysis)
This provision was uniformly supported by disability groups, many of whom cited examples of an accessible feature or design which was later defeated by an alteration....
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b. A written job description prepared before advertising or interviewing applicants for a job
In identifying an essential function to determine if an individual with a disability is qualified, the employer should focus on the purpose of the function and the result to be accomplished...
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§ 382.40a Boarding assistance for large aircraft
(b) Carriers shall, in cooperation with the airports they serve, provide boarding assistance to individuals with disabilities using mechanical lifts, ramps, or other suitable devices that...
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Section 1193.33 Accessibility and usability
In developing, or incorporating information into existing training programs, consideration must be given to the following factors: accessibility requirements of individuals with disabilities...
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3. The Release Provisions are Overbroad
The definition of "Released Claims" includes accessibility claims based on the ADA as well as state and local disability-related statutes, rules and regulations. See Section IX.B....
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10. Q: Do police departments have to arrange for a sign language interpreter every time an officer interacts with a person who is deaf?
The ADA requires that the expressed choice of the individual with the disability, who is in the best position to know her or his needs, should be given primary consideration in determining...
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Section 36.403 Alterations: Path of Travel (Section-by-Section Analysis)
These commenters argued that if a public accommodation already is in the process of altering its facility, there should be a legal requirement that individuals with disabilities are entitled...
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202.5 Alterations to Qualified Historic Buildings and Facilities
These regulations require public entities that operate historic preservation programs to give priority to methods that provide physical access to individuals with disabilities....
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7.1. Purpose and Objective of the Final Rule, Relative to Movie Theaters Categorized As Small
existing regulation implementing the ADA’s title III auxiliary aids provision reiterates the obligation of covered entities to ensure equally effective communication with individuals with disabilities...
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III-1.7000 Relationship to title II
ILLUSTRATION 3: A private, nonprofit corporation operates a number of group homes under contract with a State agency for the benefit of individuals with mental disabilities....
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Paragraph (e) (Advisory Guidance)
Though these disabilities may vary widely, these persons have difficulty grasping, pinching, or twisting objects and often have difficulty with finer motor coordination....
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Section 37.137 Paratransit Plan Development
It is possible that this may happen and such action would have a negative effect on transportation provided to persons with disabilities in general....
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Pacific ADA Center
with disabilities through education and technical assistance....
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501.1 Scope (Section-by-Section Analysis)
This exception is included because assistive technology frequently needs flexibility in order to perform well for end-users with disabilities....
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Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act
institutions such as prisons, jails, pretrial detention centers, juvenile correctional facilities, publicly operated nursing homes, and institutions for people with psychiatric or developmental disabilities...
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Feature 1 - Parking and Passenger Drop-Off Areas
Feature 1 - Parking and Passenger Drop-Off Areas When parking is provided for meeting participants, accessible parking must be provided for participants with disabilities....
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Food and Restaurant Services
Food and Restaurant Services People with disabilities need to access tables, food service lines, and condiment and beverage bars in restaurants, bars, or other establishments where food...
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1017.7.1 Maximum Running Slope and Segment Length
Gradual running slopes on trails are more useable by individuals with disabilities. Where the terrain results in steeper running slopes, resting intervals are required more frequently....
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New Construction and Alterations
New Construction and Alterations The ADA requires that all new facilities built by public accommodations, including small businesses, must be accessible to and usable by people with disabilities...
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Guest Rooms with Communication Features
Department believes the requirements for guest rooms with communications features in the 2010 Standards clarify the requirements necessary to provide equal opportunity for travelers with disabilities...
