Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the Minnesota Accessibility Code (MAC) with accessibility expert Karen Gridley from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. In this episode, we explore:The Code Development Process: Learn about
Join me this week as we talk about website and document accessibility with Kathrine Eng, Senior ICT Accessibility Specialist with the U.S. Access Board. Kathy is a Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act expert, shares some excellent best practic
Join me for a review and explanation of the 5 ADA administrative requirements for Title II agencies and entities.Key Administrative Requirements under Title II of the ADADesignating an ADA CoordinatorNotice of the ADA’s ProvisionsEstablis
Join me for the latest ADA updates, happenings & training in the world of accessibility.Links and Websites Resources:U.S. Access Board Issues Final Rule Setting Low Transfer Height for Certain Medical Diagnostic Equipment Accessibility O
Have you ever wondered about Play Area surfaces and how to make play areas more accessible? Bill Botten, Accessibility Specialist with PlayCore and US Access Board (Retired), joins me this week to discuss some excellent best practices and criti
Equal - Equal is a critical concept when applying all these accessibility regulations, codes, and standards. Join me and Mark Wood as we discuss the importance of this concept and other ADA topics.Links and Websites Resources:Website: www.c
Join me for a Free-For-All Wednesday on great ADA topics and technical questions from some of our listeners.Links and Websites Resources:LIVE Webinar 🎥: ADA Open Discussion - Bring Your BarriersSue Moe Readily Achievable Barrier Removal!
Discover 7 of the most common gaps in your agency's ADA Transition Plan with Aaron Hester, MBA, SVP, Managing Partner with Precision Infrastructure Management. A must-listen for every ADA Coordinator.❖ Lack of a Written Plan❖ Lack of Commu
Damon Brown, Chief Strategy Officer with BlueDAG LLC, joined me for a discussion about the recent BlueDAG Version 5.0 enhancements and the Launch Program.Links and Websites Resources:Website: https://www.bluedag.com/Email: damon@bluedag.co
Matt H Lescher, Director of Accessibility Services at CCI and the APA, joins me to discuss the APAC-BE Certification and the benefits of obtaining your APAC-BE Certification. Links and Websites Resources:Website: https://www.codeconsultants
Accessible Parking seems easy on the surface, but there are some key concepts you must understandHere's a hint: If you don’t get anything else right, GET YOUR PARKING LOT RIGHT!Join me as I walk frequent and infrequent code users through the
Are you wondering about California's Division of State Architects CASp examination?Join Lorena Soules, CBO, CASp, as we discuss some top tips for the Certified Access Specialist (CASp) Exam.Lorena is the co-owner of Accessibility Assurance, I
Join me this week as I go over some great ADA events and topics of interest for you.Links and Websites Resources:1. DOJ Issues “Small Entity Compliance Guide2. Fair Housing Act Requirement 1 Training June 4th 20243. CASI Discussion Group,
Sometimes, we get bogged down with the "details" of the ADA and miss the big picture, which may actually lead to less accessibility. Doug Anderson, Partner at LCM Architects shares his analogy of how cooking a frozen pizza is a lot like applyi
Learn about the "Murky" side of the ADA for ADA Coordinators with Jerri Davison, Director, Pacific ADA Center, and The Center on Disability.Links and Websites Resources:Website: https://www.adapacific.org/ Email: info@adapacific.org Em
Demystifying the T-II Transition Plan!Get the inside scoop on what it means for you in plain English as we break down programs, services, and activities (PSA) with Kristi Avalos, the President/CEO at Accessology.Links and Websites Resources
Marsha Mazz, Director of Accessibility Codes and Standards at United Spinal Association, joins me this week.We discussed construction tolerances, readily achievable barrier removal, and some of the new regulations on the horizon.Before joinin
Stephen Twist, CEO, CASp, ICC Certified Plans Examiner with Stephen Twist Consulting, Inc., is on the show today.Steve knows the code, but his perspective on how he uses code elements such as signs, grab bars, parking stalls, and showers is in
Join Chris Sparrow, Program Manager with the Barbara Stone Foundation in Greenville, SC, to talk about one of the most underutilized resources every ADA Coordinator should know about.Chris also discussed some really innovative initiatives that
When it comes to accessibility for housing, have you ever been asked: "How many ADA units are required?"In this episode, I explain my thought process on the differences between Public Housing and Private Multifamily Dwellings in relation to th
Can you provide me with your comments? Plus, join me as I share some topics and work schedules this week that I think you will find very informative or entertaining. Please join me in the FREE ADA Shop Talk Community at adashoptalk.com in t
Join Susan Moe, Architect, CASp, and me for a great and informative conversation about housing accessibility requirements and challenges.Get Sue's FREE Guides Here:Get Sue's Training Programs Here:Email Sue at: susan@smoearchitect.comPlea
Today, I have my 5 Tips for Accessible Elections and Polling Places. These are not official DOJ or US Access Board tips; they are my practical tips that will help any elections or polling place official trying to make their facilities more acce
Today, we have a great conversation about program access (PSA) and readily achievable barrier removal (RABR).1. What is a T-II Entity versus a T-III Entity2. 28 CFR Part 35 v 28 CFR Part 363. Programs, services and activities4. Mom-and-pop
Join me for a very informative session with Kaylan M. Dunlap, CASp and Principal, Director of Technical Services at Evan Terry Associates.Here are a few questions Kaylan addresses in this great conversation:Can you tell the listeners a little