ETA Interpretation/Opinion: Clearances between a handrail and wall surface: The 2010 ADA now requires the 1.5” as a minimum. 2012 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code will be requiring 2.25” minimum...
Search Results "Qualified Interpreter"
2010 ADA Definition
Qualified Interpreter: The final definition now states that ‘‘[q]ualified interpreter means an interpreter who, via a video remote interpreting (VRI) service or an on-site appearance, is able to interpret effectively, accurately, and impartially, both receptively and expressively, using any necessary specialized vocabulary. Qualified interpreters include, for example, sign language interpreters, oral transliterators, and cued-language transliterators.''
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Clearances between a handrail and wall surface: 2012 NFPA 101 vs. 2010 ADA
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1193.23(b)(4) (Advisory Guidance)
should be sought from representatives from a cross-section of disability groups, particularly individuals whose disabilities affect hearing, vision, movement, manipulation, speech, and interpretation...
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405 Ramps
This exception for qualified historic facilities has been removed in the final rule....
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Appendix C to Part 35— Guidance to Revisions to ADA Title II and Title III Regulations Revising the Meaning and Interpretation of the Definition of “Disability” and Other Provisions in Order To Incorporate the Requirements of the ADA Amendments Act
Note: This appendix contains guidance providing a section-by-section analysis of the revisions to 28 CFR parts 35 and 36 published on August 11, 2016. Click here to view Appendix...
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Tips for Interacting with People with Disabilities
This applies whether the person has a mobility impairment, a speech impairment, a cognitive impairment, is blind or deaf and uses an interpreter....
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"Auxiliary Aids and Services" (Section-by-Section Analysis)
appropriate for situations such as routine requests for written information, for a police officer issuing a speeding ticket, or as a means of communication while awaiting the arrival of an interpreter...
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11B-805.6 Hand washing fixtures, lavatories and sinks
Development (OSHPD), which has jurisdiction over hospitals and long-term care facilities in California, has issued Code Application Notice CAN 2-11B, dated 9/9/14, which includes the following interpretation...
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11B-805.6 Hand washing fixtures, lavatories and sinks
Development (OSHPD), which has jurisdiction over hospitals and long-term care facilities in California, issued Code Application Notice CAN 2-11B, dated 9/9/14, which includes the following interpretation...
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When is an employer required to make a reasonable accommodation?
An employer is only required to accommodate a “known” disability of a qualified applicant or employee....
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"Public entity.'' (Preamble, Section-by-Section Analysis)
Public entities are excluded from the definition of private entity and therefore cannot qualify as public accommodations under this regulation....
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Vertical Access to Mezzanines
Exception 3 stating that an accessible route to mezzanines is not required in facilities that are not subject to the requirement for an elevator, including one story buildings and those that qualify...
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Purpose
Access Board, the National Center on Accessibility, and Oklahoma State University, researchers sought to provide qualified professionals, resource specialists and operations staff of parks...
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Public entity (Section-By-Section Analysis and Response to Comments)
Public entities are excluded from the definition of private entity and therefore cannot qualify as public accommodations under this regulation....
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Tax Credit and Deduction
Eligible expenses may include the cost of undertaking barrier removal and alterations to improve accessibility, providing sign-language interpreters, or making material available in accessible...
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What are EEOC's obligations to make the charge process accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities?
For example, upon request, EEOC will provide an interpreter when necessary for a charging party who is hearing impaired....
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Plain Language Instructions
In any regulation, there is a tension between drafting language that is simple and straightforward that also gives full effect to issues of legal interpretation. ...
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Plain Language Instructions
In any regulation, there is a tension between drafting language that is simple and straightforward that also gives full effect to issues of legal interpretation. ...
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ADA Guide for Small Towns
However, this technical assistance does not constitute a legal interpretation of the statute. first printing, April 2000...
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Plain Language Instructions
In any regulation, there is a tension between drafting language that is simple and straightforward and drafting language that gives full effect to issues of legal interpretation....
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§100.205(e)(2)(v) 2003 International Building Code (IBC)
design and construction requirements, and conditioned upon the ICC publishing and distributing a statement to jurisdictions and past and future purchasers of the 2003 IBC stating, “ICC interprets...
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The invisibility of people with disabilities
Will you need an interpreter?...
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Sample Action Plan
Staff don't know how to arrange for sign language interpreters 1. Develop list of places to request in-person and video-relay interpreters. 2....
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ETA Opinion: ADA Signage at Exit Doors
Signage at Exit Doors Notes from written and oral communication with the DOJ and references to the International Building Code and the Access Board The Department of Justice (DOJ) has interpreted...
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Section 35.136 Service Animals (Section-by-Section Analysis)
The proposed section regarding service animals would incorporate the Department's policy interpretations as outlined in its published technical assistance Commonly Asked Questions about...