Registration for the Disability and Communication Access Board's (DCAB) Basic ADA Training: Chapters 3-10 and Education Facilities Training will close on the Mondays prior to each session, presented by DCAB's Facility Access Specialist, Eric Isidro via Zoom. The Basic ADA Training series is comprised of five sessions focused on the 2010 ADA Accessibility Guidelines for both entry level and seasoned architects, engineers, and facility managers, wanting to brush up on their ADA Accessibility Guidelines foundation.

BASIC ADA TRAINING: Chapters 3 & 4

Tues., Nov. 15, 2022, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

• Chapter 3 - Building Blocks
• Chapter 4 - Accessible Routes
• 1 HSW/CEU AIA credit
• Registration Deadline: Mon., Nov. 14, 2022
• Registration for Basic ADA Training: Chapters 3 & 4

BASIC ADA TRAINING: Chapters 5 & 6

Tues., Nov. 22, 2022, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

• Chapter 5 - General Site and Building Elements
• Chapter 6 - Plumbing Elements and Facilities
• 1 HSW/CEU AIA credit
• Registration Deadline: Mon., Nov. 21, 2022
• Registration for Basic ADA Training: Chapters 5 & 6

BASIC ADA TRAINING: Chapters 7 & 8 

Tues., Nov. 29, 2022, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

• Chapter 7 - Communication Elements and Features
• Chapter 8 - Special Rooms, Spaces, and Elements
• 1 HSW/CEU AIA credit
• Registration Deadline: Mon., Nov. 28, 2022
• Registration for Basic ADA Training: Chapters 7 & 8

BASIC ADA TRAINING: Chapters 9 & 10 

Tues., Dec. 6, 2022, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

• Chapter 9 - Built-in Elements
• Chapter 10 - Recreational Facilities
• 1 HSW/CEU AIA credit
• Registration Deadline: Mon., Dec. 5, 2022
• Registration for Basic ADA Training: Chapters 9 & 10

BASIC ADA TRAINING: Education Facilities 

Tues., Dec. 13, 2022, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

• Review education facilities in the public and private sectors, including primary and secondary schools, vocational and trade schools, colleges, and universities.
• Review requirements in the ADA Standards, and will cover various spaces and elements in such facilities, including classrooms, parking, dormitories, bathrooms, and other elements.
• 1 HSW/CEU AIA credit
• Registration Deadline: Mon., Dec., 12, 2022
• Registration for Basic ADA Training: Education Facilities



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- NO FEES REQUIRED -

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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Laurie Palenske at laurie.palenske@doh.hawaii.gov or Duane Buote, Facility Access Coordinator at duane.buote@doh.hawaii.gov.



U.S. ACCESS BOARD

~ TECHNICAL GUIDE WITH GRAPHICS~

ADA SCOPING:  ALTERATIONS & ADDITIONS

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This guide includes isometric graphics which help visualize the requirements in the ADA Standards and referenced sections in the International Building Code (IBC) and was developed in cooperation with the International Code Council.

The following sections are included:

• General (Sec. 202.1)
• Additions (Sec. 202.2)
• Alterations (Sec. 202.3)
• Application of the Standards in Alterations
• Prohibited Reduction in Access
• Special Provisions for Alterations
• Technical Infeasibility
• Alterations Affecting Primary Function Areas (Sec. 202.4)
• Accessible Path of Travel
• Disproportionality (20%)
• Prioritization
• Path of Travel
• Alterations to Qualify Historic Facilities (Sec. 202.5)
• Common Questions

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For details on the requirements please go to the following website:  

• U.S. Access Board Technical Guide - ADA Scoping: Alterations and Additions
• U.S. Access Board Technical Guide

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STATE OF HAWAII

~ BUILDING ENTRY ADVISORY ~

Effective March 28, 2022

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Ensuring the protection of the government workforce and public is essential for continued operation and service to the public.

• No weapons or explosives are permitted on property (HAR Chapter 3-111).

Entry to the building may require:

• Photo identification

For your protection:

• Face coverings are recommended while in the building. Thank you for wearing face masks.
• Be respectful to other's concerns for social distancing while in the building.

If you have a cold, runny nose, sore throat, muscle aches or fever, please do not enter the facility. Contact a medical facility or your physician.

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Disability and Communication Access Board

~ UPDATED OFFICE PROTOCOLS ~

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To ensure everyone is healthy and safe, we will continue to adhere to the visitor protocols currently in place. If you plan to visit the office, please observe the following protocols:

• Masks are encouraged upon entry into the Kamamalu Building.
• Appointments are encouraged.
• Sign in with security in the lobby before entering our office.
• For walk in assistance, sign in on DCAB's visitor log sheet.
• Be seated in the waiting area located in the lobby for further assistance.
• Social distancing of 6 feet between one another.
• Visitor Protocols are subject to change as we monitor the COVID-19 pandemic.

MAHALO FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Duane Buote, Facility Access Coordinator at duane.buote@doh.hawaii.gov.



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~ UPCOMING WEBINAR ~

Accessing the Past: Accessibility in Historic Buildings and Facilities

November 3, 2022 @ 8:30 a.m. (Hawaii Time)

Speakers: Bill Botten, U.S. Access Board

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To register for the webinar, go to:

Upcoming Session

To view past webinars, go to:

Archive Sessions