Resolving ADA Design Challenges

Course Description: 

This course will introduce you to the background and key aspects of design guidance related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and how to meet the obligations of ADA within the complexities of the public right-of-way. During this workshop, we will review the design guidelines and discuss the approaches to take when real-world conditions don't look like the picture in the book. Participants will join in a classroom exercise evaluating and making recommendations for these challenging situations. In the afternoon, there will be a roundtable discussion of CT ADA issues and solutions.

Learning Objectives: 

Upon completion of this class, participants will:

• Know how to identify applicable laws, regulations, policies, guidelines, and standards pertaining to accessibility for persons with disabilities in the public right-of-way (PROW)
• Know how to apply ADA design guidelines in the public right-of-way and recognize common pitfalls
• Know how to apply flexibility and address conflicting needs and requirements often found in the public right-of-way
• Gain experience in applying ADA guidelines to challenging real-world examples.

Who Should Attend:

This course will be relevant to transportation designers, transit agency representatives, construction and maintenance personnel, officials who issue building and utility permits, and local agency decision-makers. Participants will receive 6 credit hours toward their CT Safety Champion designation. 

Credit Hours