Michigan law defines 'disabled person' or 'person with disabilities' as individuals with specific physical conditions verified by a licensed medical professional, including vision, mobility, respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological impairments. It also provides a definition for 'hazardous material,' encompassing various dangerous substances such as explosives, gases, liquids, and radioactive materials. These definitions help determine eligibility for certain accommodations and regulations related to transportation and safety.
A person qualifies if a licensed physician, physician assistant, or optometrist determines they have specific physical conditions such as blindness, limited mobility, lung or heart issues, severe arthritis, or reliance on oxygen.
Conditions include blindness, inability to walk over 200 feet without rest, use of mobility aids, severe lung or heart disease, neurological or orthopedic limitations, or dependence on oxygen.
Hazardous materials include explosives, flammable gases and liquids, oxidizers, poisonous substances, radioactive materials, irritants, and corrosive agents.
The law helps identify individuals with disabilities for accommodations and ensures proper handling and regulation of hazardous materials to protect public safety.