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ADA Legacy Project
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Election Systems & Software AuroMARK Ballot - Marking Devices
The AutoMARK® ballot-marking system provides autonomy to voters who are blind, visually impaired, or have a disability or condition that makes it difficult to traditionally mark a...
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Guest Rooms
Electronic devices may also be used to open and close curtains. Lamps and Outlets. Lamps with outlets next to the bed are always preferred....
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A4.27.3 Height
Electrical receptacles installed to serve individual appliances and not intended for regular or frequent use by building occupants are not required to be mounted within the specified reach...
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Poured in Place Rubber
Poured in Place Rubber Nine were surfaced entirely with poured in place rubber (PIP), while five sites were combined with engineered wood fiber (EWF). ...
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Note
Note: Unedited copies of the American National Standards Institute standard, A117.1-1980, "Specifications for Making Buildings and Facilities Accessible to and Usable by Physically Handicapped...
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"Qualified Interpreter'' (Section-by-Section Analysis)
For example, a qualified interpreter who uses American Sign Language (ASL) is not necessarily qualified to interpret orally....
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United States Access Board
Access Board is a federal agency that promotes equality for people with disabilities through leadership in accessible design and the development of accessibility guidelines and standards...
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Case Study #2: The appropriate auxiliary aids and services under Title II are the same as special education and related services required under the IDEA.
Julie, therefore, will not receive additional auxiliary aids and services under Title II because the IEP meets both the IDEA and Title II standards to meet her communication needs....
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Issue: Historically Significant Facilities
Requirement: Historically significant facilities are those facilities or properties that are listed or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places or properties designated...
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4.1.7(1)(b) Definition
(b) Definition. A qualified historic building or facility is a building or facility that is:
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Using Qualified Interpreters
In some states, interpreters are also required to hold specific qualifications or certifications, either developed by the state or through the national Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf...
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C. Qualified Interpreters
Restricted Use of Certain Persons to Facilitate Communication. Due to confidentiality, potential emotional involvement, and other factors that may adversely affect the ability...
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What Consumers Should Know
VRS is different from some of the other forms of TRS in two important ways: the conversation between the VRS user and the CA is made through a video link and sign language, rather...
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§8.32(a)
(a) Effective as of July 11, 1988, design, construction, or alteration of buildings in conformance with sections 3-8 of the Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS) shall be deemed...
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ADA25: #11 of 25 -- Streaming Video
Third photo shows President Bush signing the Americans with Disabilities Act. Text appears "ADA25 -- Americans with Disabilities Act"....
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Tips for Communicating with Individuals Who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
If you do not have a Text Telephone (TTY), dial 711 to reach the national telecommunications relay service, which facilitates the call between you and an individual who uses a TTY....
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National Center on Accessibility at Indiana University Bloomington
NCA was established through a cooperative agreement between Indiana University and the National Park Service. ...
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Northwest ADA Center
The Northwest ADA Center is funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR), and is part of the ADA National Network. ...
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Other Requirements in the ADA Standards
Fire Alarm Systems Where fire alarms systems are provided, they must meet requirements for audible and visual features in the ADA Standards and the referenced NFPA 72 Fire Alarm Code...
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ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities
ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires state and local governments, businesses, and non-profit organizations to provide goods, services...
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Beginning of National Barrier-Free Standards
Beginning of National Barrier-Free Standards ________________________________________________________________ 1950 In the 1950s, disabled veterans and other people with disabilities...
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ADA25: Cloritta's Story
Cloritta Thomas is originally from Cleveland, Ohio and is the mother of two boys. She was injured by a stray bullet when she was 22 years old. Since then, Cloritta has had to learn...
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ADA25: Jerry's Story
Jerry is a 55 year old retired computer programmer who was born and raised in the greater Birmingham, Alabama area. Though retired, Jerry still works as a coach of Junior wheelchair...
