Blog - ADA Compliance with Confidence
Clients often want ADA signs to be as compact as possible. But tactile letter height, edge clearance, Braille placement, and total character count set real limits on how small a compliant sign can be. Planning for these requirements up front saves time, prevents redesigns, and keeps your project on schedule.
Great signage isn’t just about fonts and finishes, it’s about whether people can actually read the message the moment they see it. In this post, we break down color contrast in plain English: what the ADA really requires (non-glare and clear contrast), how to pick colors that work in the real world, and when metallic looks and second-surface prints are a good idea.
After tactile text and Braille, font choice is the next big factor that can make or break ADA compliance. The 2010 ADA Standards (§703.2) specify that tactile characters must be uppercase, sans‑serif, and have uniform strokes. Even for visual-only copy, sticking to these principles improves legibility for every reader. Below you’ll learn the key rules, see which popular fonts make the cut, and which ones you should retire from your design toolbox.
Discover the essentials of ADA compliance for office spaces. This guide lets you and fellow facility managers and contractors build a fully compliant office.
Hiring a Certified Access Specialist benefits your business in several ways. Read on to understand the value of a CASp!
Discover how hiring disabled employees drives innovation, strengthens teams, and helps businesses grow with inclusive, accessible workplaces.
Ensure ADA compliance for stairs, handrails, and signage with this guide—perfect for contractors, architects, and signage pros focused on accessibility.
The ADA and OSHA both have regulations that ensure your business is safe and accessible. Are you following them correctly? Find out here!
Avoid legal pitfalls and boost customer experience with these ADA compliance tips for small businesses, including information on exemptions and signage solutions.
Ensure your emergency signage meets OSHA & ADA standards with custom solutions from Erie Custom Signs. Stay compliant, safe, and future-ready.
From color and contrast to lighting and placement, NFPA 101 sets the standard for safer exits. Here's how you can stay compliant.
ADA employer requirements are in place to ensure fairness, but what should you do to remain ADA-compliant as an employer? Learn more here!
Following ADA fire extinguisher sign requirements means allowing anyone to respond quickly or evacuate safely during a fire. Learn more here!
Find out what costly ADA violations and penalties impact your business and how.
From physical to mental health conditions, learn the disabilities defined by the ADA and why understanding it is critical for your business's compliance.
Clear hospital signs save time and lives. Make sure yours stands out while meeting ADA requirements.
Knowing the basics of braille can help make more accessible spaces. Use this quick braille cheat sheet to get started!
Can different types of office layouts affect team dynamics? See how smart design choices improve the workplace.
What does “legally blind” truly look like? Discover how designing signage for low vision can give your business a competitive edge.
Discover how blind individuals navigate the world and how your business can support them with smarter design. Accessibility starts here.
Ensure workplace safety with OSHA-compliant walkways. Discover marking, signage, and training tips, plus durable solutions from Erie Custom Signs.
Learn California ADA signage requirements, including restroom symbols, tactile signs, and mounting rules. Stay compliant and ensure accessibility in your facility.
Exit signs aren’t optional in most commercial spaces. Learn when they’re legally required, when they’re not, and how to keep your building compliant.
Discover how ANSI, OSHA, and ADA signage standards ensure workplace safety, compliance, and accessibility for all employees and visitors.
Automatic door signage requirements ensure that your accessibility features are achieving the goal of helping people with disabilities. Learn more here!
OSHA restroom requirements protect employees’ health and dignity. Learn access rules and signage standards to keep your workplace fully compliant.
Discover the key signs, ADA rules, and tips for building inclusive, compliant airport wayfinding systems.
ADA exit sign requirements ensure safety and compliance. Learn proper height, placement, colors, and illumination standards to keep your facility accessible.
