Course Outlines


 
 

5-Hour California Disabled Access Course Outline*
(Based on the California Building Code)
 
Course Notes
Course Content
Acronyms
Code References
The CBC vs The ADA
Course Navigation
Course Length
 
California Senate Bill 1608
 
Universal Design
What is Universal Design?
Principles of UD
 
Applicability
Facilities Required to be Accessible
Publicly-Funded
Public Use
Religious Entities & Private Clubs
Temporary Facilities
 
Existing Facilities
The CBC vs The ADA
Readily Achievable
Removal of Barriers
Readily Achievable Priorities
The CBC & Existing Facilities
Post-Disaster Reconstruction
Change of Occupancy
Exception: Construction Cost
Exception: Multi-Story Buildings
Exception: Accessibility Alterations
Exception: Miscellaneous Work
Exception: Toilet Rooms
Exception: Historical Buildings
 
New Construction
Dimensions and Tolerances
Accessibility Based on Occupancy
Accessible Route of Travel
Bathing & Toilet Facilities
Multi-Accommodation Toilet Rooms
Single Toilet Rooms
Elevators & Lifts
Kitchens
Signage
Controls
Dressing Rooms
Wheelchair Space & Reach
Fixed Seating, Tables &
Counters
Employee Areas
Floor Surfaces
Storage
 
Accessible Fixtures
Water Closets
Urinals
Lavatories
Showers
Bathtubs
Drinking Fountains
Accessories
 
Site Accessibility
Curb Ramps
Parking
Passenger Loading Zones
 
Entrances, Exits & Paths of Travel
Doors
Corridors
Stairs
Ramps
Aisles
Walks
Hazards
 
Fire Detection & Alarm Systems
 
References & Resources
California Access Manual
ADA Standards
ADA vs CBC
SB 1608 

* Shorter courses have similar content but vary in depth and breadth.

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Course Developer: California architect with more than 20 years of experience analyzing and applying disabled access laws. He has been responsible for access compliance design and review of new and remodeled facilities including industrial, commercial, educational, institutional and residential occupancies. (Note: Author name will be provided at course completion)

 

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