Designing for Accessibility under TAS, ADA Standards and IBC in Texas
Agenda
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Day One: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
8:30 am – 12:15 pm CDT
Day Two: Thursday, August 31, 2023
8:30 am – 12:15 pm CDT
Presented by: Kristi Avalos
Day One: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Complying with Federal and State Accessibility Requirements
- History and development of the International Building Code (IBC)
- Development of the Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design
- Relationship between ADA federal requirements, IBC and TAS
- Entities and facilities that are covered
- Scoping requirements
- Readily achievable barrier removal
- Alterations
- New construction
- New policies and procedures
- Safe harbors
Day Two: Thursday, August 31, 2023
Meeting State and Federal Access ADA Standards including the IBC
- Path of travel
- Accessible parking
- Exterior accessible routes
- Ramps and stairways
- Entrances and doors
- Interior accessible routes
- Accessible toilet facilities
- Showers
- Drinking fountains
- Signage standards
- Accessible kitchen facilities
- Assembly areas
- Assistive listening systems
- Recreational facilities
Reviewing New Materials/Technologies and Anticipated Developments in Codes/Standards
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Credits
Professional Engineers
7.0 PDHs
Architects
7.0 HSW CE Hours
AIA
7.0 LU|HSW
International Code Council
.7 CEUs (Accessibility)
Continuing Education Credit Information
This webinar is open to the public and is designed to qualify for 7.0 PDHs for professional engineers and 7.0 HSW continuing education hours for licensed architects in Texas.
Professionals seeking continuing education credit in other states may be able to claim the hours earned at this webinar. Refer to specific state rules to determine eligibility.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 7.0 HSW LUs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is reportable to the AIA/CES.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .7 CEUs in the specialty area of Accessibility (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the webinar for those who attend the entire course and score a minimum 80% on the quiz that follows the course (multiple attempts allowed).
On-Demand Credits
The preceding credit information only applies to the live presentation. This course in an on-demand format may not be eligible for the same credits as the live presentation; please consult your licensing board(s) to ensure that a structured, asynchronous learning format is appropriate. The following pre-approvals may be available for the on-demand format upon request:
7.0 HSW LUs (AIA)
Speakers
Kristi Avalos
President and CEO of Accessology Too, LLC
Ms. Avalos is a nationally renowned leader in providing accessibility-related services and is a sought-after speaker with a knack for using an upbeat approach to help others understand the complexities of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). With over 40 years of experience, she provides expert witnessing on ADA, 504, Federal Housing Administration, and Air Carrier Access Act legal cases. In 1990 she founded Accessology Too, LLC which is a national leader in providing accessibility consulting services and is one of the largest U.S. firms dedicated solely to accessibility and access issues. Since its founding, Accessology has worked closely with the Department of Justice and the U.S. Access Board to remain knowledgeable and adept with the constant changes that occur regarding ADA guidelines. Accessology has worked on numerous multi-million dollar projects to impact accessibility compliance during all stages, from schematics to construction and final inspections. Since 2005 Accessology has specialized in the development, execution, and monitoring of the required ADA Transition Plans for Title II entities to help them avoid access-related litigation since so much litigation is tied to not having a Transition Plan on file. Ms. Avalos and her team at Accessology are committed to removing structural and attitudinal barriers that adversely impact people with disabilities.
AIA Info
AIA Provider Statement:
HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: Designing for Accessibility under TAS, ADA Standards and IBC in Texas
Delivery Method: Live Online
Course Description: This course examines accessibility requirements of the Texas Accessibility Standard, the Americans with Disability Act, and the International Building Code and the relationship between them.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to explain the relationship between the Texas Accessibility Standard (TAS), the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), and the International Building Code (IBC) and the buildings they cover.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to identify readily-achievable removal of accessibility barriers in structures.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to comply with TAS, ADA, and IBC provisions for paths of travel, accessible parking, ramps, entrances and doors, stairways, and recreational facilities.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to comply with TAS, ADA, and IBC provisions for interior accessible routes, toilet facilities, showers, drinking fountains, signage, assembly areas, and assistive listening systems.
LUs: 7.0 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Experience with design and construction
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 04/26/2024
Complaint Resolution Policy:
Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to fchapman@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.