On July 25, 2024, the U.S. Access Board (USAB) issued a final rule specifying a low transfer height of 17 inches for medical diagnostic equipment (MDE) used in the supine, prone, side-lying, and the seated position. related to the low height specifications for transfer surfaces.
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Read MoreGSA issued a final rule adopting the Access Board’s Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) as part of the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (ABAAS). These requirements include accessibility features such as minimum sidewalk width, accessible pedestrian signals, accessible pedestrian loading zones, and accessible on-street parking.
Read MoreTen Tennessee State Parks will begin providing new all-terrain wheelchairs to enhance accessibility for visitors.
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Read MoreA pharmacy is a professional office of a health care provider that must comply with the ADA. The elevator exemption does not apply to a pharmacy installed above the ground level floor.
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Read MoreMost golf course facilities must comply with the ADA, both within the boundary of the golf course and outside the boundary. The recreation guidelines for golf courses and 2010 ADA Standards provide specifications for elements within a golf course facility to create a general level of usability for individuals with disabilities. New construction or alterations of existing golf course facilities going forward should comply with the 2010 ADA Standards. Designers and operators are encouraged to exceed the 2010 ADA Standards where possible to provide increased accessibility and opportunities.
Read MoreGrab bars are not storage devices. Nothing should be stored or placed on the tops of grab bars to include towels, toilet paper rolls, air refresheners, etc. Grab bars must be installed so the top of the gripping surface is 33-36 inches above the finished floor. Hotels should train staff not to place anything on top of grab bars.
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