A paratransit passenger's request for a driver to help him or her navigate an incline (e.g., a driveway or sidewalk) with the passenger's wheeled device should generally be granted....
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22. Navigating an Incline, or Around Obstacles
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Section 810.2.2
Section 810.2.2 The Department recognizes that there will be some situations in which the full dimensions of a bus boarding and alighting area complying with the §810.2.2 may not...
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Q13: Are the provision and implementation of a health plan developed prior to the Amendments Act sufficient to comply with the FAPE requirements as described in the Section 504 regulation?
Continuing with a health plan may not be sufficient if the student needs or is believed to need special education or related services because of his or her disability....
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I. Attendants
Except under limited circumstances, you cannot require a person with a disability to be accompanied by an attendant....
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§ 1194.3(c)
require the installation of specific accessibility-related software or the attachment of an assistive technology device at a workstation of a Federal employee who is not an individual with a disability...
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II-2.4000 Substantial limitation of a major life activity
To constitute a "disability," a condition must substantially limit a major life activity....
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Doors and hardware
• Minimum-weight doors with accessible hardware are easily opened by people who have arthritis or use a cane for extra balance. For heavier doors, automatic and power-assisted...
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Accessible route
• Clear, wide paths without stairs to the establishment’s entrance and throughout the business leave room for canes and walkers and accommodate people with reduced mobility and...
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Signage
• Precise directional and informational signage in high-contrast colors with clear, large type and good lighting make shopping more comfortable for people with diminished short-term...
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§ 36.311(c)
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§1630.14(c) Examination of employees
(c) Examination of employees. A covered entity may require a medical examination (and/or inquiry) of an employee that is job-related and consistent with business necessity. A covered...
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WFDB - The World Federation of the Deafblind
The organization is governed by an Executive Council (EC) made up of 10 deafblind EC members; 4 officers: President, Vice President, Secretary General, Treasurer and 6 regional representatives...
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FindLaw - ADA: Disabilities & Your Rights as an Employee
FindLaw - ADA: Disabilities & Your Rights as an Employee Discrimination in employment against qualified individuals with disabilities is prohibited by the federal Americans with Disabilities...
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Mark Perriello on Americans with Disabilities Act Video
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Service Animal Issues
As indicated above, airlines may not charge passengers with disabilities for services required by part 382, including transporting their oversized service animals in the cargo compartment...
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The ADA and City Governments: Common Problems
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§ 36.501(a) General
Any person who is being subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability in violation of the Act or this part or who has reasonable grounds for believing that such person is about...
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Sec.36.501(a) General
Any person who is being subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability in violation of the Act or this part or who has reasonable grounds for believing that such person is about...
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What is a substantial limitation on major life activities?
To qualify as a “disability” under part 382 a condition or disease must substantially limit a major life activity....
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15. When may an employer refuse to hire, terminate, or temporarily restrict the duties of a person who has or had a hearing impairment because of safety concerns?
In making a direct threat assessment, the employer must evaluate the individual's present ability to safely perform the job....
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Safety Assistants/Attendants
The Foreign Carriers NPRM proposed retaining, with minor modifications, the existing Part 382 limitations on the ability of carriers to require passengers with disabilities to travel with...
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II. GENERAL NONDISCRIMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Defendant, and each of its officers, employees, agents, successors, and assigns, and all others in active concert or participation with Defendant, are permanently enjoined from: ...
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The Target Population
Disabilities may be caused by a wide variety of diseases and injuries as well as genetic and congenital conditions....
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Seating Assignments
Seating Assignments When requesting a particular seat assignment, it is useful to be as specific as possible about the type of seat that will meet your needs as a passenger with a disability...
