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ADA Shop TalkNO ADA Ramps Allowed in Minnesota with Karen Gridley, Accessibility Specialist, MN Dept. of Labor & IndustryJoin us for a comprehensive discussion on the Minnesota Accessibility Code (MAC) with accessibility expert Karen Gridley from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. In this episode, we explore:
The Code Development Process: Learn about the journey that led to the creation of the MAC and the key considerations that shaped its provisions.
Enforcement Strategies: Understand how the MAC is implemented and enforced in Minnesota to ensure compliance and accessibility for all.
Key Amendments: Discover the latest updates and changes to the MAC, and explore their impact on accessibility standards in the state.
If you work...2024-09-2549 minADA Shop TalkSection 508 of the Rehabilitation Act with Kathrine Eng Senior ICT Accessibility Specialist, U.S. Access BoardJoin me this week as we talk about website and document accessibility with Kathrine Eng, Senior ICT Accessibility Specialist with the U.S. Access Board. Kathy is a Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act expert, shares some excellent best practices, and clears up some confusion related to website and document accessibility.
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: https://www.access-board.gov/about/staff/katherine-eng/
Email: eng@access-board.gov
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathy-eng-267830a7/
U.S. Access Board Webinars & Training: https://www.access-board.gov/webinars...2024-09-0332 minADA Shop TalkThe 5 ADA Administrative Requirements for Title II AgenciesJoin me for a review and explanation of the 5 ADA administrative requirements for Title II agencies and entities.
Key Administrative Requirements under Title II of the ADA
Designating an ADA Coordinator
Notice of the ADA’s Provisions
Establishing and Publishing Grievance Procedures
Self Evaluation
Transition plan
DOJ Sample Notice
DOJ Sample Grievance Procedure
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2024-08-0726 minADA Shop TalkThe Latest ADA Updates, Happenings & TrainingJoin me for the latest ADA updates, happenings & training in the world of accessibility.
Links and Websites Resources:
U.S. Access Board Issues Final Rule Setting Low Transfer Height for Certain Medical Diagnostic Equipment
Accessibility Online Webinar: Access to Medical Care Facilities, Exam Rooms, and Long-Term Care Facilities
Fair Housing Act Requirement 6: Reinforced Walls for Grab Bars
U.S. Access Board Holds Hearings on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Disability Community and AI Practitioners
LIVE Webinar 🎥: How to Create an ADA Workshop for Your Community
CASp 101: Certification and Practice
APA Fall Webinar Friday, September...2024-07-3117 minADA Shop TalkMaking Playgrounds Accessible For All With Bill Botton, PlayCore/US Access Board (Retired)Have you ever wondered about Play Area surfaces and how to make play areas more accessible? Bill Botten, Accessibility Specialist with PlayCore and US Access Board (Retired), joins me this week to discuss some excellent best practices and critical elements to consider with Recreation and Play Areas.
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: https://www.playcore.com/
Email: bill.botten@playcore.com
National Trails Surface Study
Play Areas Surface Research
Webinar Series With Bill Botton
Please join me in the FREE AD...2024-07-2436 minADA Shop TalkEqual - Equal With Mark WoodEqual - Equal is a critical concept when applying all these accessibility regulations, codes, and standards. Join me and Mark Wood as we discuss the importance of this concept and other ADA topics.
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: www.calcasp.com
Email: mwood@calcasp.com
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Pro...2024-07-1749 minADA Shop TalkFree-For-All-WednesdayJoin me for a Free-For-All Wednesday on great ADA topics and technical questions from some of our listeners.
Links and Websites Resources:
LIVE Webinar 🎥: ADA Open Discussion - Bring Your Barriers
Sue Moe Readily Achievable Barrier Removal!
GSA Adopts Access Board’s Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines into Enforceable Standards
The CASp Code Discussion Group (CCDG) is meeting on July 18
Fair Housing Act Requirement 5: Controls in Accessible Locations
Please join me in the FREE ADA Shop Talk Community at adashoptalk.com in the show notes or email me at pklein@bluedag...2024-07-1025 minADA Shop Talk7 Hidden Gaps in Your ADA Transition Plan with Aaron Hester, MBA, SVPDiscover 7 of the most common gaps in your agency's ADA Transition Plan with Aaron Hester, MBA, SVP, Managing Partner with Precision Infrastructure Management. A must-listen for every ADA Coordinator.
❖ Lack of a Written Plan
❖ Lack of Community Engagement/Involvement
❖ Lack of Applicable/Correct Standards
❖ Incomplete Assessments/Self-Evaluations
❖ Implementation Not Actionable
❖ No Alternative Maintenance Activity Utilization
❖ Not a Living Document
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: https://precisioninfrastructuremgmt.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronnhester/
Email: a.hester@precisioninfrastructuremgmt.com
2024-07-0329 minADA Shop TalkLaunch Your ADA Transition Plan With Damon Brown, BlueDAG LLCDamon Brown, Chief Strategy Officer with BlueDAG LLC, joined me for a discussion about the recent BlueDAG Version 5.0 enhancements and the Launch Program.
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: https://www.bluedag.com/
Email: damon@bluedag.com
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BlueD...2024-06-2628 minADA Shop TalkThe APAC-BE Certification With Matt H Lescher, Director of Accessibility Services at CCI.Matt H Lescher, Director of Accessibility Services at CCI and the APA, joins me to discuss the APAC-BE Certification and the benefits of obtaining your APAC-BE Certification.
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: https://www.codeconsultants.com/
Email: mattl@codeconsultants.com
LinkedIn
Apply and Maintain APAC-BE Certification
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2024-06-2038 minADA Shop TalkParking Made Easy: Accessible Parking ExplainedAccessible Parking seems easy on the surface, but there are some key concepts you must understand
Here's a hint: If you don’t get anything else right, GET YOUR PARKING LOT RIGHT!
Join me as I walk frequent and infrequent code users through the process of applying the parking provision of the 2010 ADAS.
Links and Websites Resources:
Upcodes 2010 ADAS
CalCasp Free PDF 2010 ADAS
Please join me in the FREE ADA Shop Talk Community at adashoptalk.com in the show notes o...2024-06-1238 minADA Shop TalkStudy Smart, Not Hard: Top Tips for Crushing the CASp Examination with Lorena Soules, CBO, CASpAre you wondering about California's Division of State Architects CASp examination?
Join Lorena Soules, CBO, CASp, as we discuss some top tips for the Certified Access Specialist (CASp) Exam.
Lorena is the co-owner of Accessibility Assurance, Inc. Lorena has worked for Southern and Central California jurisdictions over the last 2 decades as a Senior Permit Technician, Permit Center Supervisor, Plans Examiner, and Accessibility Inspector.
Links and Websites Resources:
Email: lorenasoulescasp@gmail.com
LinkedIn
Apply and Maintain CASp Certification
Pleas...2024-06-0538 minADA Shop TalkRecent ADA Events of InterestJoin me this week as I go over some great ADA events and topics of interest for you.
Links and Websites Resources:
1. DOJ Issues “Small Entity Compliance Guide
2. Fair Housing Act Requirement 1 Training June 4th 2024
3. CASI Discussion Group, What are the Components of an Accessible Means of Egress- Friday, June 7, 2024
4. The National ADA Symposium-Minneapolis June 9, 2024 – June 12, 2024
5. Demystifying The Fair Housing Amendments Act Design Guidelines June 20th 2024
6. Texas Accessibility Academy - Tuesday & Thursday, June 25 & 27, 2024
Please join me in the FREE ADA Sho...2024-05-2918 minADA Shop TalkWhen applying the ADA, don't burn the pizza with Doug Anderson, Partner at LCM ArchitectsSometimes, we get bogged down with the "details" of the ADA and miss the big picture, which may actually lead to less accessibility.
Doug Anderson, Partner at LCM Architects shares his analogy of how cooking a frozen pizza is a lot like applying the ADA and how we may be missing opportunities actually to increase accessibility for people with disabilities.
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: https://whttps://www.lcmarchitects.com/
Email: Danderson@lcmarchitects.com
Phone: 312-914-1717
LinkedIn
Please join...2024-05-2238 minADA Shop TalkThe murky side of the ADA with Jerri Davison Director, Pacific ADA CenterLearn about the "Murky" side of the ADA for ADA Coordinators with Jerri Davison, Director, Pacific ADA Center, and The Center on Disability.
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: https://www.adapacific.org/
Email: info@adapacific.org
Email: info@centerondisability.org
LinkedIn
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Produced...2024-05-1638 minADA Shop TalkPSA and Living Transition Plans With Kristi Avalos, CEO AccessologyDemystifying the T-II Transition Plan!
Get the inside scoop on what it means for you in plain English as we break down programs, services, and activities (PSA) with Kristi Avalos, the President/CEO at Accessology.
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: https://accessology.com/
APAC Certification:
Email: kjavalos@accessology.com
LinkedIn
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Check Out T...2024-05-0144 minADA Shop TalkADA Unfiltered With Marsha Mazz, US Access Board (Retired)Marsha Mazz, Director of Accessibility Codes and Standards at United Spinal Association, joins me this week.
We discussed construction tolerances, readily achievable barrier removal, and some of the new regulations on the horizon.
Before joining United Spinal, Marsha headed the United States Access Board's Office of Technical and Information Services.
Links and Websites Resources:
Website: https://www.accessibility-services.com/
Website: https://unitedspinal.org/
Email: mmazz@accessibility-services.com
LinkedIn
Please join me in the FREE ADA Shop Talk Community at ada...2024-04-2450 minADA Shop TalkNever Give Up With Stephen Twist, CEO, CASpStephen Twist, CEO, CASp, ICC Certified Plans Examiner with Stephen Twist Consulting, Inc., is on the show today.
Steve knows the code, but his perspective on how he uses code elements such as signs, grab bars, parking stalls, and showers is invaluable!
Steve's story is both inspiring and motivational.
Links and Websites Resources:
Stephen Twist Consulting
LinkedIn
YouTube Channel
UpCodes
2010 ADAS FREE PDF
Please join me in the FREE ADA Shop Talk Community at adashoptalk.com in th...2024-04-1744 minADA Shop TalkA Must-Have Secret Weapon for ADA Coordinators with Chris Sparrow, Program ManagerJoin Chris Sparrow, Program Manager with the Barbara Stone Foundation in Greenville, SC, to talk about one of the most underutilized resources every ADA Coordinator should know about.
Chris also discussed some really innovative initiatives that have been collaboratively developed in the Greenville, SC, area.
Links and Websites Resources:
Barbara Stone Foundation
AccessGVL
Chris's Email: chris@barbarastonefoundation.org
LinkedIn
Please join me in the FREE ADA Shop Talk Community at adashoptalk.com in the show notes or email me at pklein@bluedag.com.2024-04-1047 minADA Shop TalkAccessible and Adaptable Dwelling Units - What's the difference?When it comes to accessibility for housing, have you ever been asked: "How many ADA units are required?"
In this episode, I explain my thought process on the differences between Public Housing and Private Multifamily Dwellings in relation to the housing requirements and why terms are so important when applying the regulations, codes, and standards.
Otherwise, we can go crazy🤪
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This Month's FREE Webin...2024-04-0322 minADA Shop TalkA Day In the Life of an ADA ConsultantCan you provide me with your comments?
Plus, join me as I share some topics and work schedules this week that I think you will find very informative or entertaining.
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This Month's FREE Webinar:
“Disability Etiquette & Best Practices for Customer Services Representatives.”
Date: April 24th, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Pacific Time
Presenters: Paul Klein, CBO, CASp & Victor Felix, CASp
2024-03-2726 minADA Shop TalkFederal and State Housing Regulations With Susan Moe, Architect and CASpJoin Susan Moe, Architect, CASp, and me for a great and informative conversation about housing accessibility requirements and challenges.
Get Sue's FREE Guides Here:
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Email Sue at: susan@smoearchitect.com
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This Month's FREE Webinar:
“A Guide to ADA Awareness for T-II Entities & Agencies.”
Date: March 21st, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Pacific Time
...2024-03-2039 minADA Shop Talk5 Tips for Accessible Elections & Polling PlacesToday, I have my 5 Tips for Accessible Elections and Polling Places. These are not official DOJ or US Access Board tips; they are my practical tips that will help any elections or polling place official trying to make their facilities more accessible.
Tip #1 – Start with Full Compliance First. I.e., the removal of all barriers.
Tip #2 – Recognize that full compliance may not always be achievable.
Tip #3 – Use the “Approach, Enter and Exit” methodology.
Tip #4 – Start with Parking and work your way into the voting areas.
Tip #5 – Temporary measures are your...2024-03-1333 minADA Shop TalkUnderstanding Program Access Versus Readily Achievable Barrier RemovalToday, we have a great conversation about program access (PSA) and readily achievable barrier removal (RABR).
1. What is a T-II Entity versus a T-III Entity
2. 28 CFR Part 35 v 28 CFR Part 36
3. Programs, services and activities
4. Mom-and-pop shop RABR
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This Month's FREE Webinar:
“A Guide to ADA Awareness for T-II Entities & Agencies.”
Date: March 21st, 2024
Time: 1...2024-03-0629 minADA Shop TalkHidden Gaps in the ADA with Kaylan Dunlap of Evan Terry AssociatesJoin me for a very informative session with Kaylan M. Dunlap, CASp and Principal, Director of Technical Services at Evan Terry Associates.
Here are a few questions Kaylan addresses in this great conversation:
Can you tell the listeners a little more about your back story, your work, and your journey to become an Accessibility consultant?
What's your biggest challenge when it comes to the ADA?
What advice do you have for an ADA Coordinator who's struggling with the ADA in their city or county?
Tell us about some of the organizations that you work with, like...2024-02-2835 minADA Shop TalkDemystifying Truncated Domes - Where They Go and Why They MatterTruncated domes, detectable warnings, so often misunderstood, miss applied, and just plain goofy!
Join me for a lively discussion about truncated domes and some of their history.
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This Month's FREE Webinar:
“Ensuring Accessibility in Transient Lodging: A Guide to the 2010 ADA Standards.”
Date: February 22nd, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Pacific Time
Presenters: Paul Klein, CBO, CASp & Victor Felix, CASp
...2024-02-2121 minADA Shop Talk5 ADA Certifications That Make You Stand Out5 Niche Certifications That Make You Stand Out
1. APAC-BE
2. California DSA - CASp
3. ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP)
4. RAS - Registered Accessibility Specialist (TLRD/TAS)
5. ICC – Accessibility Inspector/Plans Examiner
6. CPABE - International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP)
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This Month's FREE Webinar:
“Ensuring Accessibility in Transient Lodging: A Guide to the 2010 ADA Standards.”
Date: February 22nd, 2024
Tim...2024-02-1425 min
America's Healthcare AdvocateADA Show with Paul KleinJoin me with my guest Paul Cline, Co-Founder and Owner of Blue DAG and Principal/Founder of ADA Insurance, as we discuss what these companies offer and how they improve quality of life and independent living for people with disabilities.
#paulcline #bluedag #adainsurance #qualityoflife #independence #disabilities #aha #americashealthcareadvocate2021-10-0238 min
Pilgrim on the 405Ed LaFrance - DatacateEd began his career working in industrial models and design in the late 1980's, fabricating prototypes and scale representations for government and private industries. In the early 1990's, Ed moved into manufacturing and industrial equipment, working as a production designer and manager in a factory setting. In the latter part of the 1990s, Ed served as VP of sales for a manufacturer of industrial printing and automation equipment, at a pivotal time when sales and marketing were beginning to move into the online arena.In 1997, Ed started New Media, an Internet services company offering web hosting, colocation, e-Commerce...2021-06-1049 min
Where There’s a Will There’s a WayEd LaFrance - Datacate
Ed began his career working in industrial models and design in the late 1980's, fabricating prototypes and scale representations for government and private industries. In the early 1990's, Ed moved into manufacturing and industrial equipment, working as a production designer and manager in a factory setting. In the latter part of the 1990s, Ed served as VP of sales for a manufacturer of industrial printing and automation equipment, at a pivotal time when sales and marketing were beginning to move into the online arena.
In 1997, Ed started New Media, an Internet services company offering web hosting, colocation...2021-06-1049 min
Consulting Success Podcast3 Pillars Of Revenue Generation For Consultants with Paul Klein: Podcast #107
When you’ve transitioned from corporate to consulting, you would have income highs and lows. You also face the challenge of pricing your services as a newcomer. Paul Klein, the host of Pricing is Positioning podcast and Cofounder of BlueDAG LLC, talks about the three pillars of revenue as a consultant. He also talks about the nitty-gritty details of running a consulting business, getting your first Fortune 500 client, and running your business on autopilot. Success doesn’t come overnight but with the right perspective, determination, and wit, you can develop, price and deliver your services in such a way that cli...2019-09-2334 min