Vertical Access

Thursday, February 4, 2021

Description

A key component of accessibility is vertical access between changes in level along accessible routes. This session will explain where vertical access is required (or exempted) in the ADA and the ABA Accessibility Standards and how it can be achieved. Presenters will review requirements in the standards for ramps, curb ramps, elevators, and platform lifts, as well as clarify common sources of confusion when providing vertical access.

Multimedia Archives

Playback Video

Note: No credit is available for reviewing the recorded session.

Speakers

Randall Duchesneau, Accessibility Specialist, U.S. Access Board

Josh Schorr, Training Coordinator and Accessibility Specialist, Office of Technical and Information Services, U.S. Access Board