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20 Years: Americans with Disabilities Act Reaches Milestone

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:59:12 +0000

The world’s first comprehensive declaration of equality for people with disabilities came into law on July 26, 1990 and will be recognized on U.S. World Standards Day with the theme “Standards for Accessibility.”

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Campus Map Focused On Accessibility

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:55:39 +0000

Western Michigan University (WMU) has set up a detailed map online that identifies the best routes for mobility and access to every building on its main campus.

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WEB EXCLUSIVE: Ensuring Facility ADA Compliance

Anne Vazquez — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:20:09 +0000

Parking, facility entrances, and interior pathways are several areas to consider.

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NEW PRODUCT FLASH: TRACTION TREAD™ GLOW

Anne Vazquez — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 13:48:57 +0000

This product from ZERO International is designed to guide occupants during evacuations.

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WEB EXCLUSIVE: Are Your Curb Ramps Really ADA Compliant?

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:55:07 +0000

Most municipalities have implemented features required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), but many of these features fall short of ADA compliance.

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BOMA Comments On New ADA Accessibility Guidelines

Heidi Schwartz — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:51:33 +0000

Association asks the Department of Justice (DOJ) to maintain a broad grandfather clause to protect existing facilities already in compliance with the current ADAAG.

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