Journal
DISABILITY AND HEALTH JOURNAL
Volume 3, Issue 4, Pages 245-252Publisher
ELSEVIER SCIENCE INC
DOI: 10.1016/j.dhjo.2010.07.005
Keywords
ADA compliance; Accessibility; Medical Equipment; Legal actions; Policies and Procedures
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The purpose of the work documented here was to assist defendants in legal actions to comply with settlement agreements, consent decrees, and memoranda of understanding. The work involved surveying medical center facilities and interviewing the staff and, based on the results, developing recommendations for compliance. Recommendations are offered for exam tables and chairs, weight scales, and ancillary aids. Guidance on interior design barriers and communication barriers is also provided. Finally, recommendations regarding facility policies and procedures and staff training are outlined. (C) 2010 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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