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Considerable progress has been made in equipping businesses and public places with equipment for the disabled. Congress passed legislation quite a few years ago that mandated that public places install a wheelchair ramp for the disabled. Prior to this legislation, many disabled people struggled with steps. This caused inconvenience and posed a serious safety threat. Since the legislation was enacted, almost every public place has a wheelchair ramp. Those in a wheelchair can safety enter buildings.
Employers have had to make many accommodations for their disabled employees. Law states that as long as the accommodation is reasonable, the employer is obliged to comply with the accommodation. This can vary in scope. Many creative measures have been taken to make it more likely that a disabled employee can be successful in the workplace. A wheelchair ramp is one of the simplest accommodations.
Furthermore, in addition to the wheelchair ramp, most public places are mandated to supply a handicapped bathroom. These stalls are large enough to allow a wheelchair to fit. It is rare to go into a public place and not see this accommodation. Our country and world is acknowledging the value and importance of disabled persons. Many of these individuals need very few accommodations to function effectively in all areas of life. Unfortunately, there is discrimination against these individuals. Many times people do not want to take the little extra time required to hire these individuals. Labor legislation strictly forbade discrimination against a disabled person. If the person can perform the job with or without reasonable accommodations, the employer is obligated to consider their application. Companies have had to dish out millions of dollars for faulty hiring practices. Stiff penalties have increasingly led to better hiring practices.
In conclusion, a disabled person is no less than anyone else. In fact, most people can find themselves in the same circumstance. There are many reasons that a person can become disabled. Many are born this way. Others suffer an accident that leaves some permanent damage. Regardless of the cause of the disability, the person is worthy of respect and dignity. Our world still has a long way to go when it comes to treating this population right. The wheelchair ramp is only the tip of the iceberg.
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Disability Ramps Build?
form_title=Disability Ramps Build form_header=7983 What will you be using the ramp for?*= () A walker () Motorized scooter () Motorized wheelchair () Manual wheelchair What material do you want the ramp made out of?*= () Wood () Concrete () Metal / Aluminum () Other () Don't Know Where will you be needing the ramp?*= () Front door () Back door () Side door () Indoors () Other
What type of simple machine is a wheelchair ramp?
A wheelchair ramp is an example of the simple machines known as inclined planes.
WHAT IS Blocking wheelchair access ramp to sidewalk CA VEH CODE 22500L?
It is when your vehicle is obstrucing a wheelchair ramp, this can occur while you are parked or even stopped in front of a wheelchair ramp.
Example of a ramp?
A ramp is an inclined surface that is used to go from one level to another. It is commonly used in buildings to provide wheelchair accessibility or to help move heavy objects. A simple example is a wheelchair ramp outside a building that allows wheelchair users to enter the building easily.
HOw do I get a wheelchair ramp built in front of my house?
You must hire a contractor to measure and build a wheelchair ramp in front of your house.
What do you call an incline for a wheelchair?
ramp
Does a wheelchair ramp have wheel and axle?
No, a wheelchair ramp is merely an incline that allows someone to push a wheelchair to a higher level instead of having to push it up a flight of stairs.
Where online can I find information about how to build a wheelchair ramp?
Information on how to build a wheelchair ramp can be found online at http://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/construction/projects/build-wheelchair-ramp.htm. The site has a step by step detailed set of articles that give instruction on how to build a wheelchair ramp.
What is the strongest material to use for a wheelchair ramp?
It is best to use steel for a wheelchair ramp. It would also be ok to use wood if available.
Disability Ramp Repair?
form_title=Disability Ramp Repair form_header=8003 What do you need to have repaired?*= [] Ramp [] Wooden handrails/pickets [] Metal handrails/pickets [] Add/replace handrails [] Add non-skid surface [] Change slope [] Change length or direction [] Paint [] Other What is the location of the ramp?*= [] Front door [] Back door [] Side door [] Indoors [] Other What are the intended uses of the ramp?*= [] With walker [] With motorized scooter [] With motorized wheelchair [] With manual wheelchair [] Other What material is the ramp constructed from? (Check everything applicable)*= [] Wood [] Metal [] Concrete [] Wood rails [] Wrought iron rails [] Metal tube rails [] Other [] Don't know
What type of simple machine is a wheelchair?
A wheelchair ramp is an inclined plane.
What is the average cost of having a wheelchair ramp installed in a home in Miami Florida?
The average ost of having a wheelchair ramp installed in a home in Miami Florida is about $500 to $1000. You can find them at www.doi.sc.gov › Consumer Services You are looking a 2,000 to 3,000 to install a wheelchair ramp. This is depending on the length and type of ramp. There are many agencies that will install the ramp for little or no cost to you.
