CASp Inspection Services in Fresno
Can a CASp Help with Commercial Property ADA Compliance?
Have you ever been challenged on your building’s or business’ accessibility for disabled patrons? If so, you may feel shame because most of us don’t want to intentionally create a situation that makes it difficult for any individual to park, enter, open, or simply speak with someone on your property. There may also be feelings of worry if you think you’re in a situation that could result in a possible lawsuit or at least further scrutiny. For these reasons, and the natural motivation of wanting to provide fair accessibility for all types of people, it can be a great idea to ask a CASp to do a quick analysis of your property and offer advice that can ensure you’re compliant with the latest accessibility standards in the state of California.
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A CASp is a Certified Access Specialist who focuses on specifics revolving around the topic of accessibility, especially for people with disabilities who may be overlooked during the planning and construction of various public and private buildings.
A CASp Can Help Avoid Lawsuits in California
Having this review can buy you time to make changes. When a business hires a CASp to inspect their property for compliance with accessibility standards, the CASp inspector will provide a detailed report listing necessary corrections to enhance accessibility.
By way of California senate bill 1608, businesses can use this report as a guide to fix disability access violations. With this CASp inspection, the business is able to request the court to put a 90-day hold on any ADA lawsuits and ask for a court officer with appropriate experience to conduct an early evaluation conference to review the changes. Prior to these procedures being in place, fines were levied but changes were not always made. By way of these improved actions, businesses are able to hire CASp specialists to avoid fees and lawsuits, but make the changes and improve accessibility in the process. The regulations within the CASp program are crafted by the Division of the State Architect and we're pleased to be at the forefront of this process by being able to provide businesses with the valuable advice they need. The system is not only intended to help businesses but also for the greater community to benefit. We're pleased to offer CASp inspections in Fresno but also in other areas of the Central Valley such as Merced, Madera, Kings, and Tulare counties. Call to let us know your location and we'll provide pricing and timing for your specific CASp requests.
Who Needs a CASp?
Some of the more common types of trades and establishments that may benefit from different CASp services are:
Architects, Builders, and Contractors
These roles are vital because these people help shape projects like land planning and building development. As they reach completion, these structures contain the access points for humans to enter and move about these spaces. In most instances, these types of jobs repeat the same work again and again, so having a basic understanding of what to look for or what not to do will increase the chances of helping create a more universally accessible environment for those with special needs. Plus our expertise with land surveying also overlaps to help clients understand appropriate ways to plan property access points that work for all people.
Legal Professionals and Nonprofit Organizations
Certain law firms and attorneys specialize in fighting for citizens that may have been wronged or overlooked by a lack of compliance with ADA standards. In these cases, the lawyers may know the laws but need a specialized person to review the physical setting and offer an expert opinion on how an entrance failed or could be improved. A CASp is the perfect candidate to offer this advice. Certain nonprofits also focus on ADA compliance. If they’re constantly advocating for people with disabilities, it would only benefit their whole organization to be able to speak to updated laws and best practices from a CASp who is certified by the state of California.
Schools, Cities, Counties, and Public Transit Organizations
While you may think that the city and state operate under the same set of guidelines, you may be surprised to realize that their facilities, vehicles, and access points were designed and built by many of the same people that handled buildings in the rest of the town. It’s extra important to make sure a public space or building that bears a city or school name is safe and comfortable for all individuals that rely on their services. Some of these departments and authorities are decades old and need to receive the same advice as private organizations to make sure they don’t fall out of step with the citizens they serve as they tend to their many responsibilities.
Property Owners and Property Managers
The last general group of people that can benefit from an ADA inspection service are the places we frequent most often. Our local coffee shops, retail establishments, our favorite restaurants, and happy hour spots. Office complexes, strip malls, big box stores, and even apartment complexes are highly trafficked areas that should not be overlooked for the best ways to help people with disabilities.
Let Us Help You Stay Up To Date With The Latest Accessibility Regulations
Standards are always changing but a CASp is kept aware of updates and new regulations because they are considered certified experts on these matters. They have access to and work within a community of others that stay up to date on these same laws. They participate in seminars and freely communicate with this community of experts in order to share knowledge, opinions, and best practices. All of this makes for a strong educational exchange as well as a reliable source for anyone that hires a California access specialist to help them and offer advice.
Experienced CASp Consultant for Fresno ADA Inspections
If you’re in need of an accessibility consultant who understands civil engineering and knows the ins and outs of related compliance rules in California, give us a call to set up an inspection or start by asking questions on a brief call. While the Certified Access Specialist system is still relatively new, we understand that many folks may not fully know what great advice can be received from a voluntary accessibility audit so proper measures can be considered and taken before an accident arises or a complaint is filed.
We’re here to help and we look forward to answering your questions, learning about your needs, and helping to solve and plan for the best possible accessibility for all California residents.