Lecture 3: Accessibility & Inclusion Flashcards
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What is the Accessibility for Ontarian’s with Disability Act (AODA) & when did is become a law?
AODA set out mandatory accessibility standards that all government levels & organizations/businesses must follow
- became law June 13, 2005
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What is the goal of the AODA?
To make Ontario fully accessible by January 2025 so all Ontarian’s can access services, programs, & employment
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What does the AODA define a Barrier as?
Anything that prevents a person with a disability from fully participating in all aspects of society because of their disability
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What does the AODA define Disability as?
Range of conditions, some visible & some not. Conditions may be since brith, caused by an accident, or developed over time. Disabilities include; visual, hearing, physical, intellectual, learning, & mental health disabilities
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What is the goal of the AODA’s Ontario Regulation 191: Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation?
To prevent & remove barriers for those with disabilities
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What are the 5 standards of the AODA’s Ontario Regulation 191: Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation?
1.) Provide & receive information accessible for those with a disability
2.) Employment-accessible workplace & practices
3.) Transportation features on vehicles, routes, & services accessible for those with disabilities
4.) Design public spaces to be accessible
5.) remove customer service barriers so equal access to goods, services, & facilities
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What are 3 benefits of complying to the AODA?
- allows those with disabilities to contribute/participate in society & the economy
- businesses can increase reach & revenue as they open their services to another demographic (aging)
- recreational & educational institutes increase accessible PA so benefits reach populations with higher risks of inactivity
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When discussing Information & communications standards of the AODA, what does this require of businesses?
Businesses must communicate in ways that that works for all employees & customers
- must notify public if information is available in accessible formats
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When discussing Information & communications standards of the AODA, why is it important for us?
Rule applies to websites, emergency info, & educators
- must make accessible lessons for students with all disabilities & challenges
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When discussing Design of Public Spaces in the AODA, what does this apply to?
New construction & major renovations to existing structures
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When discussing Design of Public Spaces in the AODA, what are some things this includes?
Recreational trails and beach access routes
• Outdoor public eating areas
• Outdoor play spaces
• Outdoor paths of travel
• Accessible parking
• Service related elements
• Maintenance and restoration of public spaces
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What are some AODA requirements for Trails & Beach Access Routes?
- minimal width of 1000mm & height of 2100mm
- firm & stable surface
- drainage openings no larger than 20mm & perpendicular to direction of travel (if long)
- if beside water/drop, edge must be 50mm high
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When discussing rules of the AODA for trail amenities, wha must be true of ramps?
- 900mm wide minimum
- max slope of 1.10
- landings at top, bottom, & directional changes
- horizontal intervals of 9m or less apart
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When discussing rules of the AODA for trail amenities, what must be true of the Entrance?
- clear opening that is 850mm wide
- must indicate length, surface, & average/minimal width of trail
- average/minimal slopes
- location of amenities with accessible signage
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When discussing the AODA’s rules for Outdoor Play Spaces, what must be included?
- accessibility features (sensory & active areas for children of varying abilities)
- firm & stable surfaces & prevent against impact injury
- clearance for children & caregivers with mobility aids to move through/around
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When discussing the AODA’s rules for Outdoor Paths of Travel, what does this refer to?
Refers to walkways & sidewalks for pedestrian travel
- includes; stairs, ramps, curbs, accessible pedestrian signs, etc
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When discussing the AODA’s rules for Accessible Parking, what must this include?
- adequate space between spaces to allow access to vehicles with mobility aids
- specifications for path surface & clearance
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When discussing the AODA’s rules for Accessible Parking, what are 2 types of off-street parking?
1.) wider space with signage identifying it is van accessible
2.) standard parking
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What does the AODA mandate about maintenance?
Accessibility related equipment must be safe to use
- preventative 7 emergent maintenance done as needed
- must have a backup plan for when these features are out of service so those with disabilities can still access services
