Any housing unit acquired, constructed, or remodeled using proceeds from the SAH grant program must: 1. comply with the MPRs, and 2. include features necessary to accommodate the Veteran’s disabilities. The home renovation or modification completed using SAH grant funding must comply with the MPRs and the contract signed for the project.
Read MoreNIST has released for public comment a request for information (RFI) to remove barriers to voting for people with disabilities.
Read MoreThe Ventura County Transportation Commission was found in non-compliance with the ADA laws at the Station located at 30 Lewis Road, Camarillo, CA 93010. This settlement agreement could have been prevented had the VCTC been pro-active about ADA compliance.
Read MoreThis election polling place settlement agreement was reached in lieu of a lawsuit. This process and settlement agreement could have been prevented if Newton County had been pro-active in their approach to ADA compliance at election polling places.
Read MoreFSTAG applies to trails in the National Forest System that meet all three of the following criteria: the trail is new or altered; the trail has a designed use of Hiker/Pedestrian as defined in the Federal Trail Data Standards (FTDS); the trail connects either directly to a trailhead or to a trail that meets most of the accessibility requirements found in FSTAG.
Read MoreAccessible beach access routes at USFS facilities must meet the requirements in the FSORAG for slope, width, resting areas, surface conditions, openings, and edge protection in some circumstances. A beach access route is a continuous unobstructed path that crosses the surface of the beach and provides pedestrian access to the water.
Read MoreEven though an element or installation in a Title II or Title III facility is not specifically included in the ADA Standards, the DOJ will still apply the ADA’s general nondiscrimination provisions, including the requirement to make reasonable modifications where necessary to provide the public accommodation’s goods and services to people with disabilities.
Read MoreToilet buildings at USFS facilities must comply with the 2015 Architectural Barriers Act. Differences will apply if there is one toilet riser versus multiple toilet risers. Do not confuse a toilet pit with a toilet building.
Read MoreAccessible pit toilets at USFS facilities must meet the requirements in the FSORAG. These requirements depend on whether or not the installation has walls, thin/lightweight walls, or sturdy walls. The design of pit toilets varies widely depending on the setting, the amount of expected use, and the system used to manage the waste. If an accessible pit toilet has walls, a floor, a door, or a roof, these components must comply with the appropriate provisions of ABAAS.
Read MoreThese companies/facilities and JCR Companies could have avoided this evaluation and settlement process by taking proactive steps to comply with the 2010 ADA Standards at these managed properties. Property Managers have a responsibility to advise their clients/tenants about the requirements of the ADA and to maintain their managed properties in compliance with the ADA.
Read MoreAccessible utility sinks at USFS facilities must meet the requirements in the FSORAG, if the utility sink is provided in a recreation facility that also contains a cook top or conventional range. Not all utility sinks have to be accessible. The requirements for accessible utility sinks include sink rim height, bottom of the sink bowl height, clear space, control height, accessible controls, and water spout height.
Read MoreOutdoor rinsing showers at USFS facilities must meet the requirements in the FSORAG. These requirements include shower head height above the ground or floor, hand-held shower head hose length, clear space, surface slope and conditions, and ORAR connection.
Read MoreCamp shelters are small structures typically enclosed on three sides with a roof or overhang that are often located on trails. Camp shelters at US Forest Services facilities must comply with the FSORAG, except in two circumstances. FSORAG requirements include access to other structures, minimum number of accessible camp shelters, clear spaces, slope, and surface conditions.
Read MoreEven though an element or installation in a Title II or Title III facility is not specifically included in the ADA Standards, the DOJ will still apply the ADA’s general nondiscrimination provisions, including the requirement to make reasonable modifications where necessary to provide the public accommodation’s goods and services to people with disabilities.
Read MoreUtilities at USFS recreation sites, such as electricity hookups, drinking water faucets, outdoor rinsing showers, utility sinks, sewer hookups, and other utilities, must meet the installation requirements of FSORAG. Requirements include controls, clear space, surface conditions, and openings in the surface.
Read MoreTelescopes and periscopes at USFS facilities must meet the requirements in the FSORAG. Whenever a telescope or periscope is provided, ensure that a separate telescope or periscope is available for use from a standing position and from a seated position at each distinct viewing location. A level 36X48 inch clear space should be located at the accessible telescopes and periscopes.
Read MoreAll benches provided along USFS trails or beach access routes or at Forest Service recreation sites (other than those inside a building or in an amphitheater) must meet requirements in the FSORAG. These requirements include back support, seat height, armrests, weight capacity, shoulder alignment, and a clear space. At least 20 percent of benches at a USFS recreation area should be connected to the area’s other major features by an ORAR.
Read MoreWith few exceptions, trash and recycling receptacles (containers) at USFS facilities must meet the requirements in the FSORAG. These requirements include clear spaces, surface conditions, and operating parts, unless large animals are a threat in the area.
Read MoreWater hydrants at US Forest Service facilities must be installed in compliance with the FSORAG. Standard handpumps are exempt from the requirements for reach ranges and operability in ABA. An accessible handpump for shallow wells is now available for purchase.
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