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We all have to get around, and individuals with disabilities often encounter barriers, especially in public transportation. Public transportation options, such as buses, ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft, and other transit systems, are often essential for those with mobility differences. Wheelchair accessibility in public transportation cannot be overlooked. Let’s explore why this is and how public transportation decision-makers can create a more accessible world for their customers and communities.

Providing accessibility to all individuals should be a priority for any public space. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) established certain criteria that many businesses and commercial spaces must meet. One critical aspect of ADA compliance is the design and installation of stair systems. Everything from stair riser height to handrail placement can make a difference in whether stairs are truly accessible. To make compliance straightforward, PATHWAY® HD Code Compliant Modular Stairs are designed to meet ADA stair requirements to help your building make accessibility easy.

Over the last 40 years, EZ-ACCESS® has been driven by the purpose of making accessibility a reality across the country. Each aluminum ramp we make is another step toward eliminating mobility barriers, creating the chance for everyone to live life to the fullest. Our flagship product, the PATHWAY® 3G Modular Access System, is a residential ramp that customers consistently praise. From its durable aluminum structure to the simple installation process, this ramp is the gold standard.

Historic buildings possess unique charm and cultural significance, often serving as physical links to our past. They’re filled with the designs of times gone by and memories of events long past. However, these structures can present significant accessibility challenges due to vastly different building designs and codes compared to the modern day. Updating these buildings to meet modern accessibility standards involves navigating a complex landscape of building codes and historical preservation requirements while balancing efforts not to detract from the physical appearance. We’ll discuss the specific accessibility issues faced by historic buildings, the regulatory considerations they face, and how to address these challenges with innovative solutions from EZ-ACCESS®.

Inclusive design in religious spaces is crucial for fostering a sense of community and ensuring that everyone, regardless of their physical abilities, can participate in worship and other activities. Religious spaces are places of spiritual growth, community bonding, and cultural preservation. Making these spaces accessible to all is a marker of strong moral senses. While the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) excludes religious organizations and spaces from its requirements, it still serves as a guidepost for how to make accessibility happen in those buildings. We’ll discuss the importance of accessibility in religious spaces, the ADA guidelines relevant to these locations that can help create mobility inclusion, and how EZ-ACCESS® products can make these changes a breeze.