About the New 2010 ADA Standards
The Department of Justice (DOJ) published revised regulations for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 in the Federal Register on September 15, 2010. These regulations adopted revised, enforceable accessibility standards called the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design (2010 Standards). The 2010 Standards set minimum requirements for State and local government facilities, public accommodations, and commercial facilities to be readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities.
Of most interest for ATM Owners are the portions of the 2010 Standards that are specific to public accommodations and commercial facilities, including financial institutions. The final rule, which ends a rulemaking process that started in 2004, imposes new accessibility standards for automated teller machines (ATMs), including requirements for speech output and tactilely discernable (i.e., raised symbols - braille) input controls to assist visually impaired customers.
As a result, most existing ATMs need to be retrofitted to comply with the 2010 Standards, which may require upgrading or replacement of your existing ATM equipment. (learn more)
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Helpful Resources
ADA Home Page (learn more)