Lecture 3 - Accessibility

Question 1

What is the AODA?

Answer 1

Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act - Set out mandatory accessibility standards that all levels of government must follow

Question 2

What is the Goal of the AODA?

Answer 2

Prevention and removal of barriers for those with disabilities

Question 3

5 standards of AODA?

Answer 3

1. Information and Communication - create, provide and receive accessible info
2. Employment - accessible workplace
3. Transportation - accessible routes and vechiles
4. Design of public spaces
5. Customer Service - remove barriers

Question 4

What is the Accessibility Policy?

Answer 4

Large Organizations and government - written policy that includes practices for providing goods, services and facilities and must be available to the public

Question 5

What is the Accessibility Plan?

Answer 5

Steps that will be taken to remove and prevent barriers to employment