Archive: May 2003
The ADA and Gas Stations
By the way, here’s what the Americans With Disabilities Act has to say about gas stations:
Assistance at Self-Serve Gas Stations
People with disabilities may find it difficult or impossible to use the controls, hose, or nozzle of a self-serve gas pump. As a result, at stations that offer both self and full service, people with disabilities [...]
Dilemna
The age-old dilemna, how to get gas today?
The choices:
Take the wheelchair.
Ease of use index: try to precision park in front of the pump such that the wheelchair fits between the car and that stupid curb the pumps are on, but not so far away that I can’t reach the car with the nozzle. Don’t forget [...]
Geekiness
I am 30.76923% – Total Geek.
(Full Post)Random Notes
I’m currently reading Phillip Simmons’ book Learning to Fall. I like what he has to say about acceptance. I certainly don’t practice it very well.
I saw a good sig on Wheelchairjunkie: a building that is not accessible is an economic crime scene.
From the New York Times: Architecture in the Age of Accessibility. This is a [...]
The Car Dealer
Looks like I might have a little success story on my hands.
The car dealership originally had three handicapped permit spots, two in front of the showroom and one on the side near parts/service. The one on the side frequently had a dealership car in it. I complained, over and over again. I was told, over [...]
Evacuation II
Guide to Disaster Planning from iCan Online
Double the Fire Risk from Ouch!
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