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10/6/2010
Welcome to the AccessibilityOnline Webinar Series A collaborative program between the ADA National Network and the US Access Board The Session is Scheduled to begin at 2:30pm Eastern Time We will be testing sound quality periodically We will be testing sound quality periodically The content and materials of this training are property of the US Access Board and the DBTAC ‐ Great Lakes ADA Center and cannot be used and/or distributed without permission. This program is funded under award #H133A060097 from the U.S. Department of Education through the auspices of the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) and an inter‐agency agreement with the U.S. Access Board. For permission to use training content or obtain copies of materials used as part of this program please contact us by email at [email protected] or toll free (877)232‐1990 (V/TTY)
www.AccessibilityOnline.org Slide
1
Presenters
Dave Yanchulis
Jim Pecht
US Access Board Slide
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Accessible Routes Session Agenda • Current ADA Standards • Where required (“scoping”) • Exceptions • Components of Accessible Routes Slide
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1
10/6/2010
Current ADA Standards Image of DOJ's 2010 Standards and the Board's ADA‐ABA guideilines
Option:
DOJ’s 2010 standards (mandatory March 15 2012) (mandatory March 15, 2012)
OR DOJ’s 1991 standards (until March 15, 2012)
Image of Cover of DOJ's ADA title III regulati ons
Slide
4
Current ADA Standards Transit Facilities (e.g., bus stops/stations, rail stations):
Image DOT Logo
DOT’s updated standards (2006)
Slide
5
Current ABA Standards (Federal facilities) Clip art of a Federal building
Seal of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Similar standards in effect for all federally funded facilities (except h i ) housing) Housing – UFAS still applies (HUD to update standards)
6
2
10/6/2010
New ADA (and ABA) Standards Based on the Board’s ADA‐ABA Guidelines (2004) DOJ and DOT include several additional requirements/ revisions Seal of the U.S. Department of Transportation
7
Guidelines v. Standards
Image of parallel ADA Application and Scoping chapters Application and Scoping chapters 1 and 2 (pages 5 ‐ 71) and ABA Application and Scoping Chapters 1 and 2 (pages 72 ‐ 140) shown referencing Common Technical Chapters 3 ‐ 10 ( pages 141 ‐ 289
Slide
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Additional DOJ Requirements In DOJ’s updated ADA regulations: • Social Service Center Establishments • Housing at Places of Education Housing at Places of Education • Assembly Areas • Medical Care Facilities • Residential Dwelling Units • Detention and Correctional Facilities • Places of Lodging Slide
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10/6/2010
Additional DOT Requirements Revisions in DOT’s standards: Location of accessible routes (206.3) • Location of accessible routes (206.3) • Detectable warnings on curb ramps (406.8) • Bus boarding and alighting areas (810.2.2) • Rail station platforms (810.5.3) Slide
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Online Guidance www.access‐board.gov/ada/
Image of "Guide to the ADA and ADA Standards" web page
Slide
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Accessible Route S i Scoping Slide
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Accessible Route Scoping Section 206 Cover of the ADA and ABA Accessibi lity Guidelin es (2004)
Table of contents of the ADA‐ABA guidelines (section 206 "Accessible Routes" highlighted)
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Section 206 Addresses: • • • • • • •
required accessible routes (206.2) exceptions (206.2) location (206 3) location (206.3) entrances (206.4) doors (206.5) elevators (206.6) and platform lifts (206.7) security barriers (206.8) Slide
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Accessible Route Scoping At least 1 accessible route is required to entrances from: • parking • passenger loading zones passenger loading zones • public streets/sidewalks • transit stops (where provided) Slide
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Accessible Route Scoping
Routes from site arrival points and transit stops Slide
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Accessible Route Scoping
Connecting accessible routes within a site Slide
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Accessible Route Scoping
Parking Slide
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10/6/2010
Accessible Route Scoping AR not required if no pedestrian connection provided (i.e. access by vehicle only)
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Accessible Route Scoping At least 1 accessible route is required to connect ALL accessible: • buildings and facilities buildings and facilities • spaces • elements on the same site Slide
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Accessible Route Scoping AR must coincide or be located in the same areas as general circulation paths
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Directional Signs Tip: Locate signs to prevent back‐ tracking (e.g., at start of entrance route)
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Security Barriers (206.8) Security barriers (e.g., bollards) cannot obstruct ARs
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Security Barriers Alternative route permitted at security screen devices
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Accessible Route Scoping If circulation path is i t i interior, AR must be interior
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Alterations (202.3) Exception: If circulation path not affected by alteration to element or space AR alteration to element or space, AR not required (unless primary function area)
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Alterations (202.4) Alterations to primary function areas require accessible path of travel • accessible route • restrooms • phones • drinking fountains
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10/6/2010
Means of Egress (207) Reference to the International Building Code (IBC) Standby power for platform lifts on egress routes
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Exceptions p
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Exceptions • Section 203 ‐ General Exceptions (e.g., work areas) • Section 206 ‐ AR Exceptions (e.g., “elevator exception)
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10/6/2010
General Exceptions (203) • construction sites • raised areas (security, life/ fire safety) limited access spaces • limited access spaces • machinery spaces • single occupant structures (e.g., toll booths) • employee work areas • certain spaces in recreation facilities Slide
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Work Areas (203.9) (ADA Facilities only) • • • •
“approach, entry, & exit” p ( q ) circulation paths (in areas ≥ 1000 sq ft) means of egress visual alarm connection
Slide
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Work Areas Access for “approach, entry, & exit” • Door man. clearance (exterior) • Compliant door (clear width, hardware, opening force, etc.) • Clear floor space Recommended: • Interior door man. clearance • Turning space Slide
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10/6/2010
Work Areas Accessible circulation paths
Exceptions: • areas 1:20 = ramp
Slide
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10/6/2010
Walking Surfaces changes in level: 1/4” max (vertical)
1/2” max (beveled)
Slide
46
Cross Slope Cross slope: 1:48 max.
Slide
47
Surfaces must be: firm, stable, “slip‐resistant”
Loose materials generally not compliant (unless properly treated) Slide
48
16
10/6/2010
Carpet • 1/2 “ max. pile height • secure attachment • firm cushion/pad (preferably none) • treatment of exposed edges
Slide
49
Openings
Slide
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Clearances 48” min. separation between reduced clearances
Slide
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10/6/2010
Clearances
Slide
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Handrails Handrails must comply where provided along walkways
Slide
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Entrances (206.4) At least 60% of “public entrances” to comply Also: • direct access from parking structures (all) • direct access from tunnels/ elevated walkways di f l/ l d lk • different fixed routes in transit facilities • entrances to different tenant spaces • restricted or secured entrances (at least 1) Slide
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Entrances
Automation of exterior doors recommended Slide
55
Doors, Doorways, Gates (404) Maneuvering Clearances
Slide
56
Doors, Doorways, Gates Recessed doors addressed
Slide
57
19
10/6/2010
Doors, Doorways, Gates Other changes: • doors in series • hardware height (34” – 48”) • limited projections into clear width limited projections into clear width • closing speed • smooth surface (push side) • vision lights • powered doors (referenced standards, break‐ out opening, clear floor space at controls) Slide
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Ramps (405) • slope: 1:12 max. • cross slope: 1:48 max. • clear width: 36” min. • rise: 30” max. • level landings • handrails (both sides) • edge protection Slide
59
Ramps edge protection
Slide
60
20
10/6/2010
Handrails (505) gripping surface – more detail, more options
criteria for circular & non‐circular cross sections Slide
61
Handrails
Obstructions limited along bottom of rail; prohibited on top and sides Slide
62
Handrails • handrail/ surface clearance: 1 ½” min. (not absolute) • diameter: 1 ¼” – 2” (not 1 ½” max.) • dimension applies to outer diameter
Slide
63
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10/6/2010
Curb Ramps (406) • Smooth transition • 1:12 max. slope, 36” min. width • Side flares or returned sides Side flares or returned sides • Landings (top and bottom)
Slide
64
Curb Ramps
side flares returned sides Slide
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Curb Ramps
Landing 36” min. required at the top Slide
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10/6/2010
Curb Ramps
Insufficient space at top makes maneuvering difficult Slide
67
Detectable Warnings Not required on: • curb ramps (except at transportation facilities covered by DOT standards) • hazardous vehicular areas Rights‐of‐way rulemaking to revisit issue
Slide
68
Detectable Warnings Updated specifications/ recommendations
Slide
69
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10/6/2010
Detectable Warnings www.access‐board.gov/adaag/dws/update.htm
Slide
70
Elevators (407 – 409) • Standard Elevators • Destination‐Oriented Elevators • Existing Elevators (alterations) Existing Elevators (alterations) • Limited Use/ Limited Application Elevators (LULA) • Private Residence Elevators
Slide
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Standard Elevators Car sizes – more alternatives designs providing turning space within car recognized
Slide
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10/6/2010
Standard Elevators Alterations: where one car is altered, all cars programmed to respond to the same hall call must be altered call must be altered
Slide
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Standard Elevators Alterations alternate specifications for: • call controls and signals • hall signals h ll i l • doors • car size • car controls Slide
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LULA Elevators Allowed only: • where standard elevator not required • as alternative to platform lifts lt ti t l tf lift • in residential dwelling units (private residence elevator also permitted)
Slide
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10/6/2010
Private Residence Elevators • allowed only in residential dwelling units • required compliance with ASME A17.1
Slide
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Platform Lifts (206.7) Allowed only at: • performance areas/ speakers’ platforms • wheelchair spaces in assembly areas p y • incidental spaces • judicial spaces (e.g., witness stands, judges’ benches) • existing site constraints Slide
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Platform Lifts (410)
Low‐energy, powered gates/ doors
Slide
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Platform Lifts Side Entry
Slide
79
Q Questions?
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U.S. Access Board (800) 872‐2253 (voice) (800) 993‐2822 (TTY) E‐mail: ta@access‐board.gov www.access‐board.gov Slide
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10/6/2010
Thank you for participating in today’s webinar
Next scheduled session: “Accessible Airport Terminals” November 4th www.AccessibilityOnline.org
Slide
877‐232‐1990 (V/TTY)
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Welcome to the AccessibilityOnline Webinar Series A collaborative program between the ADA National Network and the US Access Board The Session is Scheduled to begin at 2:30pm Eastern Time We will be testing sound quality periodically We will be testing sound quality periodically The content and materials of this training are property of the US Access Board and the DBTAC ‐ Great Lakes ADA Center and cannot be used and/or distributed without permission. This program is funded under award #H133A060097 from the U.S. Department of Education through the auspices of the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) and an inter‐agency agreement with the U.S. Access Board. For permission to use training content or obtain copies of materials used as part of this program please contact us by email at [email protected] or toll free (877)232‐1990 (V/TTY)
www.AccessibilityOnline.org Slide
1
Presenters
Dave Yanchulis
Jim Pecht
US Access Board Slide
2
Accessible Routes Session Agenda • Current ADA Standards • Where required (“scoping”) • Exceptions • Components of Accessible Routes Slide
3
1
10/6/2010
Current ADA Standards Image of DOJ's 2010 Standards and the Board's ADA‐ABA guideilines
Option:
DOJ’s 2010 standards (mandatory March 15 2012) (mandatory March 15, 2012)
OR DOJ’s 1991 standards (until March 15, 2012)
Image of Cover of DOJ's ADA title III regulati ons
Slide
4
Current ADA Standards Transit Facilities (e.g., bus stops/stations, rail stations):
Image DOT Logo
DOT’s updated standards (2006)
Slide
5
Current ABA Standards (Federal facilities) Clip art of a Federal building
Seal of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Similar standards in effect for all federally funded facilities (except h i ) housing) Housing – UFAS still applies (HUD to update standards)
6
2
10/6/2010
New ADA (and ABA) Standards Based on the Board’s ADA‐ABA Guidelines (2004) DOJ and DOT include several additional requirements/ revisions Seal of the U.S. Department of Transportation
7
Guidelines v. Standards
Image of parallel ADA Application and Scoping chapters Application and Scoping chapters 1 and 2 (pages 5 ‐ 71) and ABA Application and Scoping Chapters 1 and 2 (pages 72 ‐ 140) shown referencing Common Technical Chapters 3 ‐ 10 ( pages 141 ‐ 289
Slide
8
Additional DOJ Requirements In DOJ’s updated ADA regulations: • Social Service Center Establishments • Housing at Places of Education Housing at Places of Education • Assembly Areas • Medical Care Facilities • Residential Dwelling Units • Detention and Correctional Facilities • Places of Lodging Slide
9
3
10/6/2010
Additional DOT Requirements Revisions in DOT’s standards: Location of accessible routes (206.3) • Location of accessible routes (206.3) • Detectable warnings on curb ramps (406.8) • Bus boarding and alighting areas (810.2.2) • Rail station platforms (810.5.3) Slide
10
Online Guidance www.access‐board.gov/ada/
Image of "Guide to the ADA and ADA Standards" web page
Slide
11
Accessible Route S i Scoping Slide
12
4
10/6/2010
Accessible Route Scoping Section 206 Cover of the ADA and ABA Accessibi lity Guidelin es (2004)
Table of contents of the ADA‐ABA guidelines (section 206 "Accessible Routes" highlighted)
Slide
13
Section 206 Addresses: • • • • • • •
required accessible routes (206.2) exceptions (206.2) location (206 3) location (206.3) entrances (206.4) doors (206.5) elevators (206.6) and platform lifts (206.7) security barriers (206.8) Slide
14
Accessible Route Scoping At least 1 accessible route is required to entrances from: • parking • passenger loading zones passenger loading zones • public streets/sidewalks • transit stops (where provided) Slide
15
5
10/6/2010
Accessible Route Scoping
Routes from site arrival points and transit stops Slide
16
Accessible Route Scoping
Connecting accessible routes within a site Slide
17
Accessible Route Scoping
Parking Slide
18
6
10/6/2010
Accessible Route Scoping AR not required if no pedestrian connection provided (i.e. access by vehicle only)
Slide
19
Accessible Route Scoping At least 1 accessible route is required to connect ALL accessible: • buildings and facilities buildings and facilities • spaces • elements on the same site Slide
20
Accessible Route Scoping AR must coincide or be located in the same areas as general circulation paths
Slide
21
7
10/6/2010
Directional Signs Tip: Locate signs to prevent back‐ tracking (e.g., at start of entrance route)
Slide
22
Security Barriers (206.8) Security barriers (e.g., bollards) cannot obstruct ARs
Slide
23
Security Barriers Alternative route permitted at security screen devices
Slide
24
8
10/6/2010
Accessible Route Scoping If circulation path is i t i interior, AR must be interior
Slide
25
Alterations (202.3) Exception: If circulation path not affected by alteration to element or space AR alteration to element or space, AR not required (unless primary function area)
Slide
26
Alterations (202.4) Alterations to primary function areas require accessible path of travel • accessible route • restrooms • phones • drinking fountains
9
10/6/2010
Means of Egress (207) Reference to the International Building Code (IBC) Standby power for platform lifts on egress routes
Slide
28
Exceptions p
Slide
29
Exceptions • Section 203 ‐ General Exceptions (e.g., work areas) • Section 206 ‐ AR Exceptions (e.g., “elevator exception)
Slide
30
10
10/6/2010
General Exceptions (203) • construction sites • raised areas (security, life/ fire safety) limited access spaces • limited access spaces • machinery spaces • single occupant structures (e.g., toll booths) • employee work areas • certain spaces in recreation facilities Slide
31
Work Areas (203.9) (ADA Facilities only) • • • •
“approach, entry, & exit” p ( q ) circulation paths (in areas ≥ 1000 sq ft) means of egress visual alarm connection
Slide
32
Work Areas Access for “approach, entry, & exit” • Door man. clearance (exterior) • Compliant door (clear width, hardware, opening force, etc.) • Clear floor space Recommended: • Interior door man. clearance • Turning space Slide
33
11
10/6/2010
Work Areas Accessible circulation paths
Exceptions: • areas 1:20 = ramp
Slide
45
15
10/6/2010
Walking Surfaces changes in level: 1/4” max (vertical)
1/2” max (beveled)
Slide
46
Cross Slope Cross slope: 1:48 max.
Slide
47
Surfaces must be: firm, stable, “slip‐resistant”
Loose materials generally not compliant (unless properly treated) Slide
48
16
10/6/2010
Carpet • 1/2 “ max. pile height • secure attachment • firm cushion/pad (preferably none) • treatment of exposed edges
Slide
49
Openings
Slide
50
Clearances 48” min. separation between reduced clearances
Slide
51
17
10/6/2010
Clearances
Slide
52
Handrails Handrails must comply where provided along walkways
Slide
53
Entrances (206.4) At least 60% of “public entrances” to comply Also: • direct access from parking structures (all) • direct access from tunnels/ elevated walkways di f l/ l d lk • different fixed routes in transit facilities • entrances to different tenant spaces • restricted or secured entrances (at least 1) Slide
54
18
10/6/2010
Entrances
Automation of exterior doors recommended Slide
55
Doors, Doorways, Gates (404) Maneuvering Clearances
Slide
56
Doors, Doorways, Gates Recessed doors addressed
Slide
57
19
10/6/2010
Doors, Doorways, Gates Other changes: • doors in series • hardware height (34” – 48”) • limited projections into clear width limited projections into clear width • closing speed • smooth surface (push side) • vision lights • powered doors (referenced standards, break‐ out opening, clear floor space at controls) Slide
58
Ramps (405) • slope: 1:12 max. • cross slope: 1:48 max. • clear width: 36” min. • rise: 30” max. • level landings • handrails (both sides) • edge protection Slide
59
Ramps edge protection
Slide
60
20
10/6/2010
Handrails (505) gripping surface – more detail, more options
criteria for circular & non‐circular cross sections Slide
61
Handrails
Obstructions limited along bottom of rail; prohibited on top and sides Slide
62
Handrails • handrail/ surface clearance: 1 ½” min. (not absolute) • diameter: 1 ¼” – 2” (not 1 ½” max.) • dimension applies to outer diameter
Slide
63
21
10/6/2010
Curb Ramps (406) • Smooth transition • 1:12 max. slope, 36” min. width • Side flares or returned sides Side flares or returned sides • Landings (top and bottom)
Slide
64
Curb Ramps
side flares returned sides Slide
65
Curb Ramps
Landing 36” min. required at the top Slide
66
22
10/6/2010
Curb Ramps
Insufficient space at top makes maneuvering difficult Slide
67
Detectable Warnings Not required on: • curb ramps (except at transportation facilities covered by DOT standards) • hazardous vehicular areas Rights‐of‐way rulemaking to revisit issue
Slide
68
Detectable Warnings Updated specifications/ recommendations
Slide
69
23
10/6/2010
Detectable Warnings www.access‐board.gov/adaag/dws/update.htm
Slide
70
Elevators (407 – 409) • Standard Elevators • Destination‐Oriented Elevators • Existing Elevators (alterations) Existing Elevators (alterations) • Limited Use/ Limited Application Elevators (LULA) • Private Residence Elevators
Slide
71
Standard Elevators Car sizes – more alternatives designs providing turning space within car recognized
Slide
72
24
10/6/2010
Standard Elevators Alterations: where one car is altered, all cars programmed to respond to the same hall call must be altered call must be altered
Slide
73
Standard Elevators Alterations alternate specifications for: • call controls and signals • hall signals h ll i l • doors • car size • car controls Slide
74
LULA Elevators Allowed only: • where standard elevator not required • as alternative to platform lifts lt ti t l tf lift • in residential dwelling units (private residence elevator also permitted)
Slide
75
25
10/6/2010
Private Residence Elevators • allowed only in residential dwelling units • required compliance with ASME A17.1
Slide
76
Platform Lifts (206.7) Allowed only at: • performance areas/ speakers’ platforms • wheelchair spaces in assembly areas p y • incidental spaces • judicial spaces (e.g., witness stands, judges’ benches) • existing site constraints Slide
77
Platform Lifts (410)
Low‐energy, powered gates/ doors
Slide
78
26
10/6/2010
Platform Lifts Side Entry
Slide
79
Q Questions?
Slide
80
U.S. Access Board (800) 872‐2253 (voice) (800) 993‐2822 (TTY) E‐mail: ta@access‐board.gov www.access‐board.gov Slide
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10/6/2010
Thank you for participating in today’s webinar
Next scheduled session: “Accessible Airport Terminals” November 4th www.AccessibilityOnline.org
Slide
877‐232‐1990 (V/TTY)
82
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