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Does the ADA mandate wheelchair ramps in all government buildings?
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∙ 12y ago
Yes, ramps are required in all government buildings, and in many cases, all buildings of public access. Individual states tend to have their own regulations concerning number and construction, which may deviate slightly from the base-specifications of the ADA.
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Do all government buildings have wheelchair ramps?
All publicly owned buildings and institutions, such as government buildings, schools, and hospitals are required by law to be accessible to handicapped people, thus they include wheel chair ramps.
What are the benefits of portable ramps?
"Portable ramps are most beneficial to people in a wheelchair, because a lot of places do not have wheelchair ramps installed." People in wheelchairs will take portable ramps with them to be able to enter older buildings that are without wheelchair ramps.
Why does the government require the construction of wheelchair ramps on certain buildings?
Because according to the regulations that are enforced by the government public buildings must be accessible to disabled persons that use wheelchairs.
What are examples of an inclined plane and their uses?
Wheelchair ramps, ramps up parking garages
Are there transportable wheelchair ramps?
Yes, transportable wheelchair ramps are actually fairly common. Two large companies that manufacture such ramps are handiramp and literamp.
Where can I find do-it-yourself plans to build wheelchair ramps?
You can find do-it-yourself plans to build wheelchair ramps at www.doityourself.com. Another good site is www.newdisability.com/wheelchairramp.htm
Are there any charities or agencies that install wheelchair ramps for disabled elderly?
Maryland Low-Income Housing Programs install wheelchair ramps for disabled elderly for free
What companies sell portable wheelchair ramps?
A very reputable company that rents wheelchair ramps is American Access. They also have 24-hour installation services and you can order online. They can have the ramp delivered and installed for you in about 24 hours, so they are a great choice for emergencies.
Who makes the easiest to use portable wheelchair ramps?
Handi-Ramp, www.handiramp.com makes the easiest to use portable wheelchair ramps available today. The company offers a variety of ramps to satisfy a wide range of coast and space requirements.
What are facts about ramps?
Ramps are considered to be a simple machine. It uses an inclined plane to quickly move items. Wheelchair ramps represent a traditional example of this slope.
Are there portable wheelchair ramps that I can put in my vehicle and use anywhere or are they just portable enough to use or not use in one location?
Yes, ther are portable wheelchair ramps that you can put in your vehicle and use anywhere. You can find them at wheelchairs.lifetips.com/cat/61674/wheelchair-lifts/index.html
Where can I get a wheelchair ramp installed in Chicago?
Extended Home Living Services Inc., is a Chicago company that installs wheelchair ramps for the Chicago area. You can visit their website at www.ehls.com to see the different types of ramps that they offer. You can get a wheelchair ramp installed in Chicago by visiting this website: www.rampnow.com
