The Basics of a Handicap Ramp
One of the most widely used accessories for the disabled is the handicap ramp. These handicap ramps allow individuals in wheelchairs to enter and exit a building where they normally would not be able to do so. These ramps are also highly useful for those with baby strollers, shopping carts or freight on a wheeled carrier. So they are not just for the disabled, although that is the primary purpose of these ramps. For a building with stairs, a ramp is necessary for access by certain individuals. Even buildings without stairs need a handicap accessible entrance.
The ramp used by the disabled are planes placed on an incline. There are portable ramps as well as permanent ones. There are even semi-permanent wheelchair ramps. These ramps are placed on the ground or on a cement pad. Permanent ramps are usually held in place with cement or heavy duty bolts. The portable ramps fold into place for easy storage and are often crafted from lightweight yet durable aluminum. When it comes to the other types of ramps, wood and steel are the preferred building materials. There are benefits and drawbacks to each material.
Wood is cheaper than steel, but may not last as long due to wear and tear from the weather. Steel lasts longer, is usually more durable but also costs more. The design of a wheelchair ramp is extremely important, there are regulations that must be followed. For example most areas have minimum width requirements as well as slope requirements, which are for the safety of the disabled people using the ramp. In newly constructed public places a wheelchair ramp is mandatory through the Americans with Disabilities Act.
It is also entirely possible to outfit one's home with a handicap ramp. If you require one of these ramps at your home and do not currently have one, you will need to hire someone licensed and experienced in building handicap ramps and have it inspected for safety. There is no doubt that the wheelchair ramp is a necessity in today's world. It allows disabled individuals to access buildings that may have once been unaccessible. The Americans with Disabilities Act has done a lot for disabled people, not only have they made ramps mandatory but they also work to advocate for and assist those with disabilities.
| If You Are Receiving A Social Security Disability Check Each Month . social security disability The Disability Secrets website and this blog are published by Tim Moore, a former social security disability and SSI claims examiner. For information on SSD and SSI, please visit the homepage: Social Security ... | ||
Teen held in fatal sibling stabbing NAGOYA (Kyodo) A mentally handicapped teenager was arrested Saturday on suspicion of fatally stabbing his 11-year-old brother with scissors and a knife at their home in Iwakura, Aichi Prefecture, local police said. The suspect, 17, initially admitted to the allegation, saying he stabbed his younger brother after a fight, but later said he didn't remember the incident, the police said... | ||
Shaker Heights gets grant to make city hall more handicapped accessible Pursuant to a court settlement over ADA compliance, City Hall will be getting a $100,000 block grant to an upgrade its handicapped accessibility... | ||
Taiwanese Lottery Winner Gives More Than $3 Million to Charity - Tonic
| ||
Traveling With Service Animals - Disability.gov By Guest Blogger Curtis "Bob" Burns, Social Media Analyst, Office of Public Affairs, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) While I was working as a trainer at the Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), ... | ||
Struggle of people with disabilities continues - Workers World
| ||
Healthcare Cover for those with a Disability Percentage on Medicare levy to ensure disability services have a similar entitlement rating to medical services... | ||
Disability.gov Transportation News & Events Update: AirTran Fined . The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has assessed a civil penalty of $500000 against AirTran Airways for violating rules protecting air travelers with disabilities. The Air Carrier Access Act of 1986 requires airlines to provide ... | ||
Some 200 women gang-raped near Congo UN base - The Associated Press
| ||
WATCH: Big Hearts in the Little League Handicapped children get to live out their baseball dreams. Little League Baseball - Baseball - Sports - Youth - Little League.. | ||
NTPC to open new Rehabilitation Centre at Korba - SteelGuru
| ||
Little has been done to help differently-abled persons - Sunday Times.lk
| ||
Disability and the House Key: Housing Discrimination, Disabilities . What they found is that, well, landlords discriminate against people with disabilities. Realtors discriminate against people with disabilities. So do mortgage lenders. Management companies. Workpeople. All sorts of people involved in ... | ||
Our passive attitude to violence - Jamaica Observer
| ||
Many, if not all of the links on this website are affiliate links which means that we will be compensated if you choose to buy at some point in the near future. Please accept our sincere thanks for your support.
Technorati Tags: Disabled, Physically Challenged, Handicap Ramp
Home
Articles
- Grants For Handicapped
- Handicap Accessible
- Handicap Lift
- Handicap Mobility
- Handicapped Bathroom
- Handicapped Chairs
- Handicapped Children
- Handicapped Equipment
- Handicapped Parking
- Handicapped People
- Handicapped Scooters
- Handicapped Seat
- Handicapped Services
- Handicap Ramp
- Handicap Showers
- Handicap Toilets
- Handicap Van
- Handicap Vehicle
- Handicap Wheelchair
- Social Bookmark This Page
- Privacy Policy
- Terms of Use
- Contact Us
- About Us
- Sitemap
- RogerNeckles.com Blog