Make Sure Your Polling Place is ADA-Compliant This November

Last updated 6 months ago

As Election Day nears and preparations are made, it’s important to ensure that your polling location is accessible to all, including those American voters with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act is designed to ensure that all voters can comfortably access their voting locations, so keep reading to find out more about how ADA Solutions, Inc. can help you comply with these guidelines to avoid sidelining disabled voters.

Parking Lot Accessibility
The first step in the voting process is arriving safely at the polling location. It’s essential to ensure a clear path from the parking area and any drop-off locations so that voters with vision or motion impairments can access the building safely. Ensure that all curbs or steps are clearly marked with tactile warning systems that are in good repair and uncovered, and be sure to place barriers around any potential obstacles or hazards to warn voters who walk with canes. Take special care to place detectable barriers around objects such as wall-mounted boxes or the edges of stairs or ramps in order to avoid collisions or falls.

Building Accessibility
Make sure there is at least one disabled-accessible entrance to your polling facility so that those in wheelchairs or with little or no vision can safely and independently open and traverse doorways and halls. Once voters enter the building, ensure a clear and safe path from the door to the polling booths. Place barriers around any potential indoor hazards, such as the undersides of stairs or objects mounted on the wall that are not detectable via cane, which can become dangerous for those who cannot see.

ADA Solutions, Inc. is a leader in the industry of tactile warning systems to keep disabled Americans safe in all locations. We are proud to offer products that exceed the requirements stated by the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure that all Americans can enjoy access to the services they need. Learn more by checking out our website or calling (800) 372-0519 today.