Maintaining Accessibility: A Guide to Upkeep of Physical Features
Introduction Physical accessibility is elemental to the goals of equity and access for all. From ramps and elevators to automatic doors and wheelchair lifts, physical …
What’s Wrong With This Curb Ramp?
In this episode of BlueDAG’s Accessibility Minute video series, guest host Derek Mortland discusses issues with a parallel curb ramp. Tune in for a practical, straightforward conversation …
10 Things You Can Do to Make Your Building Accessible
Introduction Creating an accessible and inclusive environment is essential for supporting individuals with disabilities. Introducing accessibility measures into a building can significantly benefit these individuals …
What is Physical Accessibility, and Why is It Important?
Introduction Accessibility refers to the design of products, devices, services, or environments for people with disabilities. The goal is to make as many things usable …
ADA 101 – Changes in Level – Beveled
ADAS 2010 303.3 Changes in Level – Beveled Changes in level between 1/4 inch high minimum and 1/2 inch high maximum shall be beveled with …
ADA 101 – Sides of Curb Ramps
2010 ADAS 406.3 Sides of Curb Ramps Where provided, curb ramp flares shall not be steeper the 1:10 (10%). Code according to 2010 ADAS. Check …
ADA 101 – Extended Floor or Ground Surface
2010 ADAS 405.9.1 Extended Floor or Ground Surface The floor or ground surface of the ramp run or landing shall extend 12 inches minimum beyond …
$30M and 17 years for ADA compliant sidewalks in Springfield, MO
Ensuring sidewalks and curbs ramps are in compliance with ADA standards is good practice, and not just because it is the law. Gentle slopes, well …
New York City Settlement requires survey of 162,000 sidewalk curbs
Accessible public right-of-ways are good for everyone. Gentle slopes, well defined landings and wide smooth pathways are all convenient for the able user. However, for …