original ADAAG relied on a performance criterion in specifying access to ATMs for people with vision impairments: "instructions and all information for use shall be made accessible to and independently...
Search Results "Independent Operation"
-
Accessible to Persons with Vision Impairments
-
IX. New Construction
architectural standards for accessibility in new construction are contained in the ADA Accessibility Guidelines issued by the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, an independent...
-
Section 5 References
Section 5 References i http://udeworld.com/analysis-of-seat-height-for-wheeled-mobility-devices ii ”The Impact of Transfer Setup on the Performance of Independent Transfers: Final...
-
Conclusion
Buffalo, New York: The Wheeled Mobility Anthropometry Project, Final Report, page 49, Figure 3-5, reference to “All Device Types*”. 3 “The Impact of Transfer Setup on the Performance of Independent...
-
Medical Diagnostic Equipment Advisory Committee
for Disability and Health Policy at Western University of Health Sciences Don Brandon -The ADA National Network Kat Taylor - Equal Rights Center Mark Derry - National Council on Independent...
-
Attitudinal Barriers
Talk with friends, support groups or your local center for independent living to find a doctor who has experience treating people with disabilities....
-
402.2 Speech-Output Enabled
ICT with a display screen shall be speech-output enabled for full and independent use by individuals with vision impairments. EXCEPTIONS: 1....
-
A4.30.1 GENERAL
In building complexes where finding locations independently on a routine basis may be a necessity (for example, college campuses), tactile maps or prerecorded instructions can be very helpful...
-
Putting the ADA on the Legislative Agenda: The National Council on Disability
In 1984, Congress issued NCD a mandate to review all federal programs relating to disability and offer recommendations on how Congress could best promote the independence of persons with...
-
Power Wheelchairs
Various control units are available that enable individuals to control the movement of their power wheelchair with very limited independent movements (e.g., a puff of breath)....
-
Section 37.85 Purchase or Lease of New Intercity and Commuter Rail Cars
It should be noted that the definition of commuter rail operator clearly allows for additional operators to qualify as commuter, since the definition describes the functional characteristics...
-
Cities and Counties: First Steps Toward Solving Common ADA Problems
The key goals of the ADA are to ensure that all people with disabilities have equality of opportunity, economic self-sufficiency, full participation in American life, and independent living...
-
(3) Adjustability: Transfer Surface Intermediate Heights
to 1 inch, indicating that ½ inch increments would be more practical to match the varying heights of wheelchairs and mobility devices, which is critical for many patients in performing independent...
-
407.8.3.1 Unobstructed Forward Reach
Where the operable part is located at the leading edge of the maximum protrusion within the length of the vertical reference plane of the ICT, the operable part shall be 48 inches (1220...
-
407.4.7 Designations and Indicators of Car Controls
EXCEPTION: In existing elevators, where a new car operating panel complying with 407.4.7 is provided, existing car operating panels shall not be required to comply with 407.4.7....
-
Jean Tessmer
Meets all ADA reach and operability requirements, They also sell the track system....
-
Re: American Specialties 9014 Surface Mounted Horizontal Baby Changing Station
My fingers slipped off unless I applied tremendous pinching force to operate. If seated in a wheelchair, the angle to graps the handl hold would not be possible....
-
TITLE III COVERAGE AND FINDING
Under title III of the ADA, no person who owns, leases (or leases to), or operates a place of public accommodation may discriminate against an individual on the basis of disability in the...
-
407.4.6 Elevator Car Controls
EXCEPTION: In existing elevators, where a new car operating panel complying with 407.4.6 is provided, existing car operating panels shall not be required to comply with 407.4.6....
-
407.12.2.1 Unobstructed Side Reach
Where the operable part is located 10 inches (255 mm) or less beyond the vertical reference plane, the operable part shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) high maximum and 15 inches (380 mm) high...
-
Flush Controls [4.18.4]
Flush Controls [4.18.4] Flush controls must be mounted no more than 44 inches above the finished floor and must: be automatic or operable by one hand operate without...
-
229 Windows
229 Windows A new requirement at section 229.1 of the 2010 Standards provides that if operable windows are provided for building users, then at least one window in an accessible space...
-
11B-229.1 General
Where glazed openings are provided in accessible rooms or spaces for operation by occupants, at least one opening shall comply with Section 11B-309 _|Operable Parts|_....
-
17. I’ve provided a pool lift. Do I have any further legal obligations?
Staff should also be trained so they will know how the lift works, where it is located, and how to operate and maintain it....