Tag: Accessibility

Facility executives can take steps to avoid litigation and maintain accessible spaces for all by choosing the right ADA consultant.

HearUSA speaks with Facility Executive about the importance of promoting an inclusive workplace environment for those with hearing loss.

The Accessible Bathroom Collection is designed with a focus on inclusivity, comfort, and safety for everyone's bathroom experience.

If you’re a facility manager, it’s safe to assume that you know assessment methodologies are rapidly evolving. With data, stakeholder engagement, and suitability tools you can provide high quality environments for your users.

The International Code Council explores how automatic door requirements improve building accessibility for Building Safety Month.

University of Phoenix survey on workplace accommodations highlights strengths and opportunities for accessibility of individuals with disabilities.

The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC will reopen to the public in November, allowing visitors to experience the world's largest Shakespeare collection in new ways and reimagined spaces.

Facility executives can reference these common ADA questions to ensure their buildings are compliant.

Shearman & Sterling’s recent New York office transformation reflects firm's commitment to people, clients, and the environment.

During the pandemic, building configurations or uses may have changed in new and significant ways. These can have life safety implications, particularly for people with disabilities.

Officially opened in July 2020, the museum's design is a tribute to the Olympic and Paralympic movements, with Team USA athletes at the center of the story.

Finding ways to make a direct difference in the world can be a challenge, but the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) puts it within reach of every facility manager.

The International Building Code (IBC) for 2021 mandates the inclusion of automatic doors for entrances to public buildings.

Here are five practical areas for consideration to ensure that people with disabilities in your facility are respected, included in the planning process, and provided the required and appropriate safeguards.

UpLift Seating and UpLift Entryway are intended to improve access to venue settings for people in wheelchairs, while helping those facilities become ADA-compliant.

Keep current with Americans with Disabilities Act developments to make better facilities decisions.

Inclusive merry-go-round from Landscape Structures delivers spinning sensation to all ages and abilities.

Here are several keys to achieving ADA compliance in commercial buildings.

The Travis Roy Foundation moved into a 2,000 square foot office featuring accessible design, with the support of donated services from several area firms.

Some cities and states have adopted a different symbol that was created to be more dynamic and suggestive of movement than the ISA.