CEAC Risk Assessment & Mitigation 2

Question 1

When conducting a risk assessment for a historic building seeking ADA compliance, which approach best balances preservation with accessibility?

Accepted Answer

Apply the ADA's alternative compliance path that permits less than full access when compliance would threaten historic character

Answer

The ADA allows alternative accessible routes and features for historic properties when full compliance would threaten or destroy historic significance, provided maximum feasible accessibility is still achieved.

Question 2

A CEAC identifies that a sloped accessible parking space has a cross-slope of 3.5%. What is the primary risk this poses?

Accepted Answer

Wheelchair instability and tipping hazard when transferring

Answer

ADA requires accessible parking spaces to have slopes no steeper than 1:48 (≈2%) in all directions; a 3.5% cross-slope creates instability and tipping risk during wheelchair transfers.

Question 3

Under the ADA, which factor is LEAST relevant when prioritizing barrier removal in an existing facility?

Accepted Answer

The age of the building's original construction permit

Answer

The ADA's readily achievable barrier removal analysis considers cost, resources, nature of the barrier, and impact on operations—the original permit date is not a listed factor.

Question 4

A risk matrix rates hazards by combining probability and severity. A wet floor at an inaccessible ramp would most likely be categorized as:

Accepted Answer

High probability / High severity

Answer

Wet floors at ramps are a frequently occurring condition (high probability) that can cause falls resulting in serious injury (high severity), placing them in the highest-risk quadrant.

Question 5

Which document type formally records identified accessibility barriers, their locations, and recommended corrective actions for a facility?

Accepted Answer

Transition Plan

Answer

A Transition Plan is the ADA-required document that identifies accessibility barriers, sets timelines for removal, and designates responsible parties for corrective action.

(CEAC) Certified Environmental Access Consultant Practice Test

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CEAC Risk Assessment & Mitigation 2