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PROWAG Development and Implementation

Empower your expertise in PROWAG Development & Implementation. Master accessible public rights-of-way to avoid costly litigation and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.

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BeginnerUpdated Oct 20, 2025
PROWAG Development and Implementation

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand PROWAG's development and implementation.
check_circleDifferentiate ADA from PROWAG standards for public right-of-way.
check_circleApply PROWAG technical requirements to pedestrian facilities.
check_circleManage alterations versus maintenance in compliance.
check_circleMitigate legal risks associated with PROWAG non-compliance.
check_circleImplement effective PROWAG-compliant design solutions.

About This Course

Unlock the essentials of accessible design with "PROWAG Development and Implementation," an in-depth course designed for professionals navigating the complexities of public right-of-way accessibility. This program delivers critical insights into the Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG), offering a comprehensive understanding of their development, implementation, and profound impact.

Led by a seasoned expert with decades of experience in accessibility issues, including direct involvement in ADA regulatory negotiations, this course goes beyond surface-level compliance. You'll gain invaluable knowledge on current regulations, the nuances between maintenance and alteration, and strategies for making informed decisions in the field that mitigate litigation risks.

By exploring real-world scenarios and legal precedents, including significant ADA-related lawsuits, you'll learn how to "drive the bus" of accessibility rather than being "hit by it." The course emphasizes the importance of understanding not just the letter of the law, but its spirit—ensuring facilities are usable by everyone, including an ever-increasing aging population and individuals with diverse mobility needs.

Key learning outcomes include:

  • Understanding Key Legislation: Differentiate between the Architectural Barriers Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the ADA, recognizing their specific requirements for public and privately funded entities.
  • Navigating Compliance: Master the concept of ADA transition plans, the 20% rule for barrier removal, and the critical distinction between state construction laws and federal civil rights laws in the context of accessibility.
  • PROWAG in Practice: Delve into the technical requirements of PROWAG, including continuous pedestrian access routes, cross-slope limitations, surfacing standards, and accessible features at street crossings and transit stops.
  • Strategic Decision-Making: Learn to identify alterations versus maintenance, apply the "maximum extent feasible" principle, and effectively document crucial decisions to defend against potential lawsuits.
  • Enhancing Safety & Usability: Explore best practices for continuous detectable edges, appropriate use of accessible pedestrian signals, and the strategic placement of detectable warnings to improve safety for all users.

Whether you're an architect, engineer, planner, or public official, this course equips you with the knowledge to integrate PROWAG standards effectively, ensuring your projects are not only compliant but also genuinely accessible and inclusive—protecting your firm and serving your community with excellence.

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HalfMoon Education
HalfMoon Education

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HalfMoon Education is a nonprofit continuing education provider offering live webinars and on-demand courses for engineers, architects, landscape architects, land surveyors, attorneys, paralegals, accountants and others. Since 1996, we’ve helped thousands of professionals nationwide stay current with industry standards and codes, earn CE hours, and advance their expertise through practical, expert-led learning experiences. Learn more about us at: www.halfmoonseminars.org

Kristi Avalos
Kristi Avalos

President and CEO of Accessology Too, LLC

Ms. Avalos is president and CEO of Accessology Too, LLC, a firm dedicated to providing consulting services to building owners, architects, municipalities, and company owners regarding compliance with state and federal disability laws. Ms. Avalos founded Accessology in 1990 after 12 years in the airline industry, where she played a crucial role in ensuring industry compliance with the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA). Since then, Accessology has grown to provide not only state plan reviews and inspections, but also national and international consulting services. Considered a true expert in her field, Ms. Avalos is also a sought‐after witness for ADA/ACAA legal cases and has been named on more than 40 cases nationwide. Recognizing the value of educating others on the importance of removing attitudinal and architectural barriers, she proudly offers training on both federal and state accessibility standards throughout the US.

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