8/28/2014 The United States Access Board is an independent federal agency that promotes equality for people with disabilities through leadership in accessible design and the development of accessibility guidelines and standards. Outdoor Developed Areas • Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility (ABA) Standards for Trails, Camping and Picnic Facilities, Viewing Areas and Beach Access Routes • Covers Federal land management agencies & facilities constructed on Federal lands • Effective – November 25, 2013 1
8/28/2014 Future rulemaking • ADA – Title II entities - State and local governments, Title III entities, places of public accommodation • ABA – facilities built or altered with Federal grants and loans (ABA) • OPTIONS under the ADA – Use as guidance where no standards exist… (trails, picnic and camping facilities, viewing areas, and beach access routes) – Caution when considering use of outdoor recreation access routes - Contact DOJ – 800 514-0301 3 Emergency Transportable Housing • Final rule published May 7, 2014 • At least 5% mobility units when grouped on sites • Minimum of 10% of unit pads designed to accommodate accessible units • Requirements for kitchen water spray units, shower seats, bedroom clearances, installation of grab bars and shower seats • New exceptions for operable parts, ramps, and kitchen work surfaces • Weather alert systems also must be accessible and include a visual output 2
8/28/2014 Trail Surface Study • Natural surfaces • Assessed the firmness and stability of 11 different types of natural aggregate and treated soil surfaces over 4 year period. • ¾ inch minus limestone aggregate, two different soil stabilizer products http://www.ncaonline.org/resourc es/articles/trails-surfacestudy- finalreport.shtml Playground surface study • Evaluated surfaces over a 3-5 year period • No single type of surface material/system fared better when compared with others • Proper installation and effective maintenance are key! http://www.ncaonline.org/resources/articles/playground-surfacestudy-finalreport.shtml 3
8/28/2014 Poured in Place Tiles Engineered Wood Rubber Fiber Hybrid A: Outdoor Hybrid B: Rubber Top Hybrid C: Artificial Grass Carpet Mat Section 508 Refresh • Electronic and information technology procured by the federal government (computer hardware and software, websites, multimedia such as video, phone systems, and copiers) • NPRM on 508 Refresh submitted to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in February 2014. • Once cleared, publish in the Federal Register and begin public comment period of time 4
8/28/2014 Rail • Update guidelines for vehicles of fixed guideway systems, including rapid, light, commuter, intercity, and high speed rail. • Board formed Advisory Committee on Rail Vehicle Accessibility 5
8/28/2014 Passenger Vessels • NPRM – 2013 • Closed early 2014 • Comment review, text revisions based on comments • Complete regulatory assessment • Next step – publish final rule Passenger Vessels Mobility accessible cabin scoping 6
8/28/2014 Public Rights of Way • Sidewalks, street crossings, SHARED USE PATHS • Issues: Accessible pedestrian signals (APS), multi-lane roundabouts • Next step: FINAL RULE Medical Diagnostic Equipment • New access standards for examination tables and chairs, weight scales, x-ray machines and other radiological equipment, and mammography equipment • Next step: FINAL RULE 7
8/28/2014 Webinar Upcoming schedule – OCT – Accessibility Standards - Series "Building Blocks" - A Refresher NOV – Accessible Retail Stores and • 1 st Thursday of each Spaces - "Advanced Session" month – 2:30 p.m. – DEC – Accessible Emergency 4:00 p.m. Transportable Housing • CEU’s available – AIA, JAN (2015) – Accessible Hospitals ASLA, Etc. and Medical Care Facilities - "Advanced Session" • Archived sessions FEB – Accessible Play Areas - available "Advanced Session" • FREE MAR – Open Q & A www.accessibilityonline.org On-Line Guides 2010 ADA Accessibility Standard ABA Accessibility Standard 8
8/28/2014 Board General Counsel James Raggio Retires 9
8/28/2014 U.S. Access Board (800) 872-2253 (voice) (800) 993-2822 (TTY) E-mail: ta@access-board.gov 508@access-board.gov www.access-board.gov 19 10
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