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Originally Posted by Lily Kerns
Sounds fascinating. The majority of disabilities are unable to walk or stand for any length of time. While a Segway may be a great way to get around in general, it is not coming to an airport near you any time soon, as the police who use them are already under fire at several locations for being a safety hazard. At SFO, they use bicycles in the concourse and those are dangerous enough.  "
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"Actually, disabilities that cause difficulty lifting, difficulty sitting, and difficulty reaching are all
more common than disabilities that affect walking. Regardless, a wide variety of disabilities require a wide variety of accommodations, and only a qualified professional can determine if an accommodation is appropriate. It is not up to you to decide which accommodation you like best.
Moreover, your message shows that you have very limited knowledge of Segways. Segways are actually safer than bicycles and can be used in large groups without causing any problems.
Considering you are unfamiliar both with Segways and with disabilities, I am disappointed that you have apparently been given the authority to decide whether Segways are an appropriate way to handle disability. Your actions may even be discriminatory and could result in further action being taken against you."