The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a topic that facility managers need to understand and Brad Gaskins of The McIntosh Group is one of the nation's leading experts on the subject. Mike Petrusky talks with Brad about the applications and definitions contained in the ADA and what FMs should know with regard to accessibility and compliance in their facilities. Learn about Brad and his favorite college team, which has a huge influence on the color of all the shirts in his wardrobe! This is the first of a series of episodes where we will discuss the ADA, so let us know what other details you would like Mike and Brad to discuss on future installments. Submit your questions online below:

Questions about the ADA? Mention this podcast when you "Ask Brad" online at http://mcintoshtransforms.com/ and get a FREE copy of the "2010 ADA Standards Field Guide".

See Brad in Baltimore at NFMT 2017: http://www.nfmt.com/baltimore/education/sessiondetails/The-ADA-in-2017-and-Beyond-What-You-Need-to-Know--3147

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Listen to Part 2 of the interview here: http://kayrellconnections.com/episode32