ADA vs ABA regarding signs

[TXFB.INS]

been looking at the different code standards and I see numerous differences between them but nothing related to signs, tactile or braille.

for those who deal more in this, is there a difference for us sign people?

I can only find the 2004 ABA while ADA has a 2010 version, are these the latest versions?

appreciate the input

 

[Gino]

What is an ABA type sign..... or how is it used ??

 

[TXFB.INS]

What is an ABA type sign..... or how is it used ??

that's my question, is there a difference between ABA and ADA


Architectural Barriers Act

its used in the same manner as the ADA guidelines

 

[Moze]

Certificates of Occupancy are granted based on ADA (pertaining to signs).

The ABA states:

"The ADA applies to places of public accommodation, commercial facilities, and State and local government facilities. The ABA covers facilities designed, built, altered with Federal funds or leased by Federal agencies. As a result of this revision and update, the guidelines for the ADA and ABA are consolidated in one Code of Federal Regulations part."

I've never seen where ABA supercedes ADA or is even used to establish conformity.

Bottom line is if you follow ADA, you should be fine.

 

[TXFB.INS]

Certificates of Occupancy are granted based on ADA (pertaining to signs).

The ABA states:

"The ADA applies to places of public accommodation, commercial facilities, and State and local government facilities. The ABA covers facilities designed, built, altered with Federal funds or leased by Federal agencies. As a result of this revision and update, the guidelines for the ADA and ABA are consolidated in one Code of Federal Regulations part."

I've never seen where ABA supersedes ADA or is even used to establish conformity.

Bottom line is if you follow ADA, you should be fine.

was unsure why they were so adamant about the ABA criteria until you listed the differences

That is what I was thinking and hoping after viewing the two standards.


It is threads like this that really makes one appreciate the help/experience that others are willing to share

 

[Pete Moss]

I was told that you need to follow the local city accessibility codes. Although there is some overlap with the ADA rules the two are not completely similar. Our local codes follow the ICC (International Code Council) guidelines. It may vary where you live and the local codes may follow ADA rules word for word. I would call someone within your city for the specifics. For us it is the department of planning and construction services.