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Americans with Disabilities Flashcards

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What is the purpose of General Order 2017-01?

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To establish guidelines consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act for department employees.

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Define Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) according to the notes.

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A Federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities.

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What does the Lexington Police Department aim to ensure according to its policy?

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A consistently high level of service to all community members including those with disabilities.

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Explain the term ‘Lipreading’ as per the notes.

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Using information from lip, face, and body movements to increase understanding.

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What is the definition of a ‘Qualified Interpreter’?

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A person capable of interpreting and translating proceedings for deaf or hard of hearing individuals.

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According to the ADA, what is the purpose of a Service Animal?

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To assist individuals with disabilities in their participation in civic activities.

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Define ‘Sign Language’ as mentioned in the notes.

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American Sign Language (ASL), primarily used in the United States.

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What is the definition of a ‘Wheelchair’ according to the information provided?

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A device designed for individuals with mobility disabilities for indoor or outdoor locomotion.

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What does Title II of the ADA prohibit regarding public entities?

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Discrimination based on disability by making programs, services, and activities accessible.

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How is an individual considered to have a disability under the ADA?

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If they have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits major life activities.

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How should officers respond if an individual reaches for their mobility device?

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Officers should not interpret it as an act of aggression.

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What action may an individual with a physical disability take to comply with an officer’s request?

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They may use their mobility device for movement.

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What may individuals with visual impairment use to assist in movement?

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They may use a cane or a service dog.

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What should officers be cautious of when encountering individuals with mobility disabilities?

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Officers should be careful not to misinterpret reaching for a mobility device.

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How may individuals with physical disabilities inform officers about their condition?

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They may inform officers of their physical disability.

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What does the ADA require of title II entities regarding communication with people who have communication disabilities?

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To communicate effectively with people who have communication disabilities.

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What term does the ADA use to refer to ways of communication with people who have communication disabilities?

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Auxiliary aids and services.

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What are examples of auxiliary aids and services for people who are blind or have vision loss?

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Qualified reader, information in large print, Braille, or electronically, audio recordings.

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What are examples of auxiliary aids and services for people who are deaf or have hearing loss?

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Qualified notetaker, sign language interpreter, oral interpreter, real-time captioning, written materials.

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What are examples of technologies that can be considered auxiliary aids and services?

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Assistive listening systems, captioning devices, text telephones, videophones.

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What is the purpose of the free nationwide telecommunications relay service (TRS)?

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To provide communication assistance for people with hearing or speech disabilities using text telephones or text messaging.

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What is the purpose of Video Relay Service (VRS) for people who use sign language?

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To provide intermediary services between sign language users and standard voice telephone users.

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What factors should be considered when deciding which aid or service is needed for effective communication?

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Nature, length, complexity, context of communication, usual method of communication.

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What must title II entities prioritize when choosing an aid or service for communication?

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The choice requested by the person with a communication disability.

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What must a department do regarding the person’s choice of aid or service, unless certain circumstances apply?

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Honor the person’s choice of aid or service.

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What are some tasks covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

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Performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working.

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How does the ADA impact department employees’ responsibilities?

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It affects tasks such as receiving complaints, interviewing suspects, enforcing laws, and providing customer service.

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What are some requirements of law enforcement agencies under the ADA?

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Providing physical support, interpreters, access to support systems, police information, and recognizing disabilities.

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What is the responsibility of every employee regarding disabled persons?

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Ensuring disabled persons’ rights are protected and treating them with care and understanding.

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What should employees do regarding individuals with disabilities’ signs and symptoms?

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Recognize signs, symptoms, and act accordingly, taking into consideration different disabilities.

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Why is it important for employees to have knowledge about general behaviors of people with disabilities?

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To provide services or accommodations that may not be apparent at first.

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What consequences may arise from an employee’s failure to recognize characteristics associated with certain disabilities?

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Serious health implications for the person with the disability.

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What considerations should be made before arresting or restraining an individual with a disability?

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Taking into account the nature of the disability and considering alternative measures if restraint may cause harm.

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When considering transportation for an individual with a disability, what should be done if seatbelts cannot be used?

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Request supervisor’s assistance in arranging alternative transportation.

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Who will provide training for employees on recognizing disabilities?

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The Training Section within the department.

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Who is authorized to determine if a particular aid or service would cause an undue burden?

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Only the Chief of Police or their designee.

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Define ‘undue burden’ as per the provided notes.

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An undue burden is defined as significant difficulty or expense.

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What must the decision that a particular aid would result in an undue burden include?

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A written statement of the reasons for reaching that conclusion.

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If a particular aid would result in an undue burden, what must the department provide?

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Another effective aid or service if possible.

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Can the department charge individuals for communication aids or services?

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No, the department cannot charge for these.

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What level of service are people who are deaf or hard of hearing entitled to?

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They are entitled to a level equivalent to that provided to others.

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Why is effective communication essential with a deaf or hard of hearing individual involved in an incident?

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To determine what actually occurred and the urgency of the matter.

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What steps can employees take when encountering a deaf or hard of hearing person?

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Steps include determining the disability, getting their attention, speaking clearly, and using auxiliary aids.

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What are examples of auxiliary aids for effective communication with a deaf or hard of hearing individual?

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Examples include gestures, written notes, computers, assistive listening devices, and interpreters.

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When should a qualified interpreter be used for effective communication?

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For lengthy, complex, and important communication situations.

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Under the ADA, where must service animals be allowed?

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In all areas of the facility where the public is normally allowed to go

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What questions can employees ask regarding a service animal when its service is not obvious?

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Is the service animal required because of a disability, and what work or task has it been trained to perform

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According to the ADA, what are employees not allowed to ask about in relation to a person’s service animal?

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The person’s disability, medical documentation, special identification card, or demonstration of abilities

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In what circumstances can a person with a vision disability be separated from their service animal?

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Only if extenuating circumstances exist, like a need for arrest, and care arrangements should be made

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Which type of entities should allow people with manual or power wheelchairs into all public areas?

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Covered entities, such as businesses and organizations serving the public

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What must covered entities do in terms of accommodating other types of power-driven mobility devices (OPDMD)?

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Allow them into their facilities unless safety requirements legitimately bar accommodation

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What rights do people with disabilities have concerning the choice of mobility devices?

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They have the right to choose the device that best suits their needs

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Who is responsible for providing effective communication, including the use of interpreters, according to the ADA?

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The department

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In what situations can a department rely on a companion to interpret?

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In emergencies or when the individual requests it and the accompanying adult agrees.

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When can an officer request a supervisor to assist with requesting an interpreter?

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When unable to communicate effectively with a victim or witness.

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Why do officers have an obligation to provide qualified interpreters to people who are deaf or hard of hearing before any questioning?

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To protect the rights of the individuals and ensure integrity of investigations.

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Who is responsible for annually identifying and contracting with interpreters and qualified interpreters?

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The Language Access Coordinator (LAC)

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What is important during interrogations to avoid substantial impacts on evidence presented in criminal prosecutions?

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Effective communication to prevent miscommunication.

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What must be used for any interrogation where legal rights could be adversely impacted?

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A qualified interpreter

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What is a TTY used for by individuals with hearing or speech disabilities?

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To communicate on the telephone

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How does a TTY user communicate with another TTY user at the other end of the line?

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By typing a message

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What may arrestees who are deaf or hard of hearing require for making outgoing calls?

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A TTY

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What are service animals defined as under the ADA?

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Dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities

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What are some examples of work or tasks that service animals can perform?

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Guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, etc.

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According to ADA regulations, do dogs that provide comfort or emotional support qualify as service animals?

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No

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What provision do ADA regulations have about miniature horses?

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A separate provision about miniature horses that have been individually trained to do work for people with disabilities

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What are the assessment factors for accommodating miniature horses under the ADA?

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Housebroken, under owner’s control, facility accommodation, presence impact

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