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Museums

ADA ComplianceJanuary 16, 2013

ADA Titles

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Privately operated museums are covered by Title III of the ADA

Museums operated by state or local government are covered by Title II of the ADA

Museums that receive Federal funding – whether covered by Title II or III are also covered by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

(C) United Spinal Association 2013

New Construction & Alterations

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Permits and permit extensions issued after 3/15/2012 must comply with 2010 Standards

Start of construction to be used where permit is not issued. This does not mean ceremonies or site clearing.


Barrier Removal

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On or after 3/15/2012, elements not complying with or were not required by the 1991 Standards must be modified to comply with 2010 Standards

Elements complying with 1991 Standards not undergoing alteration after 3/15/2012 do not have to be modified to comply with new standard


Historic BuildingsGive priority to methods that provide physical

access to individuals with disabilities

Not required to take any action that would threaten or destroy the historic significance of an historic property

However must use alternative methods of achieving program accessibility


Historic BuildingsAlternate methods -

Using audio-visual materials and devices to depict those portions of an historic property that cannot otherwise be made accessible

Assigning persons to guide individuals with disabilities into or through portions of historic properties that cannot otherwise be made accessible

Adopting other innovative methods


New Definitions

Mobility DeviceService Animal


Mobility Device

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Two tiered approach

Wheelchairs and other

devices designed for use

by individuals with mobility

disabilities - canes,

crutches, walkersmust be permitted in all

areas open to pedestrian

use


Mobility Device

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Other power-driven mobility devices (those not primarily designed for use by individuals with mobility disabilities)

must be permitted to be used unless the covered entity can demonstrate that such use would (i) fundamentally alter its programs, services, or activities; (ii) create a direct threat to others; or (iii) conflict with legitimate safety requirements


Service Animals

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Only include a dog that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability


Service Animals

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Other animals, wild or domestic, are no longer considered service animals

Trained miniature horses may be an exception An emotional support animal (any animal that

provides emotional support, well-being, comfort, or companionship) is not to be considered a service animal

However, psychiatric service dogs are recognized; for example, a dog can be trained to “ground” a person with a psychiatric disorder


Assembly - Accessible Seating

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Significant reduction in large facilitiesFacilities with 500-5000 seats must have six

accessible seating locations (wheelchair location and companion seat) plus one additional accessible seating location for every additional 150 fixed seats above 500 in the general seating area (800 seat facility must have 6 + 2 = 8)

Facilities with 5001 or more fixed seats in the general seating area must have 36 accessible seating locations plus one additional accessible seating location for every 200 fixed seats above 5000 in the general seating area


Assembly - Accessible Seating

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Individuals who need to use accessible seating because of a mobility disability

Individuals who need to use accessible seating because their disability requires the use of the accessible features that are provided in accessible seating

Companions

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Accessible Seating

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Accessible Seating

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Companion seats may be movable as long as they provide• Shoulder-to-shoulder

alignment• Located at the same floor

elevation as the wheelchair location

• Size, quality, comfort, & amenities are equal to other seating in the area

(C) United Spinal Association 2010 9/7/10

Designated Aisle Seats

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Five percent of the total number of aisle seats

Previously was one percent of all seats


Assistive Listening Systems

Number of receivers required is based on seating capacity Assistive listening systems

Capacity of Seating inAssembly Area

Minimum Number ofRequired Receivers

Minimum Number of RequiredReceivers Required to beHearing-aid Compatible

50 or less 2 2

51 to 200 2, plus 1 per 25 seatsover 50 seats

2


1 per 4 receivers


1 per 4 receivers


1 per 4 receivers

2001 and over 55 plus 1 per 100 seatsover 2000 seats

1 per 4 receivers



Assistive listening systems are required in spaces where communication is integral to the space and audio amplification is provided

Requirement is no longer tied to having fixed seats



Availability must be identified by the international symbol


Effective Communication


Not a New Provision

Must take appropriate steps to ensure that communications with people with disabilities are as effective as communications with others

Including – Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs), Captioning, Qualified Interpreters, Large Print, Braille

Effective Communication

Apps for mobile devices can be used to translate spoken word into ALS, provide audio description of exhibits, and use GPS as way finding

Examples – Arizona Sonora Desert Museum - visitors can

navigate the 21 acre museum with their smart phones using app called MyGeoTrex, a GPS-based app that gives information about the exhibits

Werribee Open Range Zoo - OpenMi Excursions is a smart phone app that offers interactive and accessible learning through captions and Australian Sign Language


Sales CountersAccessible counter – 36 inches above the

finished floor and identified with access symbol


Queue Lines

Queue lines must be set at least 36 inches wide.

Queue lines can create a tripping hazard for individuals with low vision or who are blind.


Display Labels

Characters and their background shall have a non-glare finish.

Characters shall contrast with their background with either light characters on a dark background or dark characters on a light background.

Additional factors affecting the ease with which the text can be distinguished from its background include shadows cast by lighting sources, surface glare, and the uniformity of the text and its background colors and textures.


Example of poor color contrast


Example of good color contrast


Display Label

Minimum character height shall comply with Table 703.5.5. Viewing distance shall be measured as the horizontal distance between the character and an obstruction preventing further approach towards the sign. Character height shall be based on the uppercase letter "I".


703.5.5 Visual Character Height

703.5.5 Visual Character Height

Height to Finish Floor or Ground

from Baseline of Character

Horizontal Viewing Distance Minimum Character Height

40 inchesto less than or equal to 70

inches

less than 72 inches 5/8 inch

72 inches and greater 5/8 inch, plus 1/8 inch per footof viewing distance above 72

inches

Greater than 70 inchesto less than or equal to 120

inches

less than 180 inches 2 inches

180 inches and greater 2 inches, plus 1/8 inch per foot

of viewing distance above 180 inches

Greater than 120 inches less than 21 feet 3 inches

21 feet and greater 3 inches, plus 1/8 inch per foot

of viewing distance above 21 feet


Display Label

Sloped labels allow inspection by all


Wall LabelsHeight that is comfortable for those seated and

standing is between 48 and 67 inches

Centerline at 54 inches above the floor is

optimum height


Free-standing Display Case36 inches


Free-standing Display CaseBest practice


Free-standing Display CaseGood Examples

Bad Example


Interactive Displays


Reach range48 inches maximum and 15 inches minimum for

unobstructed front or side reach



Reach rangeObstructed front and side reach



Accessible work surfaceProvide at least one station with a minimum of 27

inches of knee clearance underneath work surface with 17 – 25 inches of depth for knee and toe clearance underneath the desk/station for people who use wheelchairs

Toe Clearance Knee Clearance

Interactive exhibitsOperable partsProvide operable parts that can be used with a

closed fist and mount these parts between 15 and 48 inches above the finished floor

Ensure that more than 5 pounds of force is not required to operate the part


Space RequirementsPath of travel 36 inch minimum clear width

required with a 60 inch wide passing space every 200 feet

Best practice – 60 inch wide path


Limits of Protruding Objects


Protruding Objects

Bottom edge of

stairway

is less than 80 inches

above floor

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Protruding ObjectsCane detection


Protruding Objects


Protruding ObjectsA sign mounted within the circulation path

protrudes 6 inches and the leading edge is 29 inches above the finished floor


Protruding ObjectsExhibit planning – 30 inches above floor and

protrudes more than 4 inches


Protruding ObjectMore examples


Protruding ObjectLess obvious example – protrudes 7 inches at a

54 inches


Program Access

Virtual tours

Lectures

Handouts


Restaurants & Bars

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5% of the total number of general seating spaces and standing spaces at dining surfaces must be accessible (with accessible knee and toe clearances) and located

along an accessible route

(100 seats = 5 accessible)Previously the number of

accessible seating was based

on the number of dining tables

(20 tables = 1 table)


Common issuesProtruding objectsEffective communicationInformation not provided in various formatsLabels that do not meet sign requirementsPrinted materials not provided in alternate

formatsPrograms not accessible to all patronsInsufficient directional signageAncillary spaces (i.e. toilet rooms, coat checks)


Thank You

United Spinal Association

75-20 Astoria Boulevard

East Elmhurst, New York 11370

718-803 -3782

[email protected]

www.accessibility-services.com


mailto:[email protected]

http://www.accessibility-services.com/

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