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Children's Environments: Accessibility Consultation for Safety, Independence, and Learning

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1.  What three frame of reference practice models support the needs of people with disabilities for community integration and maximum access to independence? Sensory Integration, Neurodevelopmental, and Independent living Independent Living, Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, Sensory Integration MOHO, ILM, and Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, Accessibility of the Built Environment, Model of Human Occupation

2.  Legislative guidelines and standards for accessibility include: ANSI MGRAD/ABA FHAAG and ADAAG All of the above

3.  What are three unique skills that OT practitioners have that make them excellent accessibility consultants? Ergonomic assessment, medical conditions and progressive illness, developmental skills Assessment tools, architectural drawings, measuring ramp slopes Legislation, grasping strength, building elements Educational programming, reaching ranges, mapping spatial routes

4.  It is important to assess ______________ for barriers. Parking the car and accessing the exterior entrance Walking, stepping, climbing walkways and stairs Opening/closing handles/doors All of the above

5.  All of the following major issues must be considered when determining use of accessible playground equipment EXCEPT: Varying grasp strengths, types of handles for grasping, and hand sizes for different age levels Keep all work surface heights at the same level Creating at least one accessible route throughout each exhibit Cognitive issues of directions, mapping, and understanding goals of activities

6.  Sensory deficit accommodations for visual and hearing impaired include: Auditory and visual cues Large print and Braille Alternative media, wayfinding All of the above

7.  Name 6 physical activity goals that should be considered when designing a playground? Vertical and horizontal circulation, climbing, sliding, rocking, spiraling, transferring/transitioning Climbing, spinning, swinging, rocking, transfers, games, friendship Spinning, circulation, climbing, speaking, manipulation, environmental toxins, manipulation Manipulation, transfers, rocking, climbing, participation, swinging, creative play, parenting

8.  Choose the most crucial environmental factor to consider when creating an outdoor play area: Avoid poisonous plants, ensure pathways are smooth, continuous, and in good condition Parking should be far enough away from play equipment so a child cannot bicycle near cars Do not construct a playground within 2 blocks of a shopping center Ensure there are benches around the perimeter of the playground for adults to sit

9.  What government agencies oversee legislative compliance for recreational facilities? Access Board, Department of Justice, Developmental Disabilities Association Department of Justice, Department of Education, Department of Parks and Recreation DOJ, DOT, DOE, State and Local Governments Department of Parks and Recreation, DOE, Department of Transportation

10.  Characteristics of accessible pathways include: Width between 44"-88" wide and headroom of 80" Thresholds not to exceed 1/4" Narrow paths should have a passing lane every 100' All of the above