Slips And Falls - Standards Technology And The ADA

Abstract

With The Federal Implementation Of The Americans With Disabilities Act (Ada), We, As Forensic Engineers, Have Become Much More Important Players In The Judicial Setting When It Comes To The Increasing Number Of Slip/Fall Cases. This Paper Discusses The Latest Research That Safety-Oriented Groups Have Undertaken In Addressing The Issues Of This Complex Area Of Engineering And Law. A Compilation Of Standards Relating To Slip/Fall Issues Is Given. Tribometers, Past And Present, Are Discussed To The Give The Reader A Perspective On The Evolution Of Science And Technology In This Area. Finally, An Overview Of How The Americans With Disabilities Act Comes Into Play Is Presented.