Accessibility Standards
/ˌæk.sɪˈsɪ.bɪ.lɪ.ti ˈstæn.dərdz/
Definitions
- (n.) Legally mandated technical and design criteria ensuring that services, facilities, and environments are usable by people with disabilities.
The building was renovated to comply with newly updated accessibility standards.
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Commentary
Accessibility standards are often integrated into broader disability rights laws and are critical for ensuring equal access in public and private sectors.
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