- Author
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Bukowski, R. W.
- Title
- Guide for Developing Emergency Evacuation Plans for Employees With Disabilities. U.S. Fire Administration Booklet.
- Coporate
- National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD
- Report
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Fire Administration Booklet
1995
29 p.
- Keywords
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evacuation
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handicapped
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emergencies
- Abstract
- People with disabilities are increasingly moving into the mainstream of society, contributing to the diversity which has been this country's strength. It is only right that they be provided with the same level of safety as the rest of society, as referenced in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Equipment and procedures exist that can provide such safety for any person with a disability that is not so severe that it would preclude the ability to work. The key points regarding finding the best solution for your building arc, first, to remember that every person with a disability has unique abilities and limitations, and accommodations should be tailored to their needs. Second, it is crucial that the person be included in the decision on which equipment and procedures will work for tham to provide them with the confidence that they will be protected.