ADA Myths Put Businesses at Risk
Since its passage more than 28 years ago, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has helped guide us to ensure the facilities we operate our …
ADA 101 – Wheelchair Spaces – Width
2010 ADAS 802.1.2 – Wheelchair Spaces – Width A single wheelchair space shall be 36 inches wide minimum. Where two adjacent wheelchair spaces are provided, …
ADA 101 – Swimming Pools
2010 ADAS 242.2 – Swimming Pools At least two accessible means of entry shall be provided for swimming pools. Accessible means of entry shall be …
Park Accessibility Point of Focus Across the Nation
A few weeks back, we highlighted the great work the Town of Sudbury, Massachusetts, is doing to upgrade their school parks to make them more …
Public Right-Of-Way Accessibility Becomes Apparent in ADA Audits
Ensuring sidewalks and curbs ramps are in compliance with ADA standards are major issues for many municipalities across the United States. While much work is …
BlueDAG Compliance – Episode 4 – Loading Zones
BlueDAG Senior Compliance Specialist Mark Wood discusses loading zones and common violations with them.
ADA 101 – Size of Clearance at Water Closets
2010 ADAS 604.3.1 – Size of Clearance at Water Closets Clearance around a water closet shall be 60 inches (1525 mm) minimum measured perpendicular from …
O’Hare Adds Changing Places Restroom to Serve Travelers with Disabilities
O’Hare International Airport in Chicago now offers expanded service for travelers with disabilities and their caregivers. O’Hare’s new “Changing Places” restroom features an adult changing …
Mass. Town Invests in Playgrounds to Better Serve Children with Disabilities
While parking lots and facility access often take precedent in ADA compliance projects, playgrounds are important community hubs that also require attention. In Sudbury, Massachusetts, …