Are truck stop employees required to fuel a truck for any truck driver who has a handicap sticker or are there any parameters? —Cindy K. ANSWER: Cindy, Thank you for your question. There is no rule or law that explicitly states that fueling assistance is required. There is guidance from the Department of Justice that states it is an option … READ MORE
Are older buildings grandfathered in from making them accessible to wheel chair users?
November 3, 2016 by Brad Gaskins
-Keith K. ANSWER: Keith. The quick answer is no. “Grandfathered” does not exist in the ADA. Since the ADA was passed there has been a barrier removal obligation. The trigger to remove these barriers is the fact that they exist. It does not matter how old the building is. There are three reasons that barriers do not need to be … READ MORE
What is the law concerning handicapped accessible parking concerning tractor trailer trucks & truck stops? Copy
November 3, 2016 by Brad Gaskins
-Tish K. ANSWER: Tish, As long as you provide a passenger loading zone in compliance with the ADA Standards, you should be OK. The ADA Standards have an exemption from the requirement to provide accessible parking spaces for those parking spaces used exclusively for: Buses Trucks Other delivery vehicles Law enforcement vehicles Vehicular impound …when such lots provide a … READ MORE