[blindLaw] Question on the ADA for law school project.

[Michal Nowicki]

Hi Teresita,

I don't know where this information comes from, but it's definitely not the
ADA. The ADA applies to places, programs, services, and activities, but not
to products. Take, for instance, a bookstore. If the bookstore was built or
underwent substantial renovation after the ADA took effect, it must be
wheelchair accessible. However, it is not obligated to stock Braille or
large print books.

That said, smart refrigerators with video playback capabilities are covered
by the Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act
(CVAA).

Best,

Michal

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Subject: [blindLaw] Question on the ADA for law school project.

Dear all,,
This is probably not the group to ask, but.

Is anyone an ADA expert or know one?

I am having issues finding any sections or administrative guidance
supporting ADA accessible refrigerators.
My question is because I wrote an entire note urging an expansion of the ADA
to new technology including touch screen appliances.

 I found several websites claiming to have ADA refrigerators.

https://www.spencerstv.com/blog/best-ada-compliant-refrigerators.
and also GE.
https://www.geappliances.com/ge/ada-compliant/

"
ADA Requirements for Top-Freezer Refrigerators

To be considered ADA compliant, GE top-freezer refrigerators must meet the
following requirements:

   -
      - 100% of the fresh food space below 54 inches.
      - 50% of the freezer space below 54 inches.

Controls must:

   -
      - Be below 54 inches.
      - Be operable with one hand and not require tight grasping, pinching
      or twisting of the wrist.
      - Require force of less than 5 lbs to activate."


Does anyone know where the guidance comes from?

I already searched Westlaw, Nexus and Hineonline, Bloomberg. major cites.
Google Scholar etc.

If anyone knows, let me know.
Warmly,
Teresita
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