The manual provides suggestions to help local education agencies comply with regulations of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Chapter 1 reviews the general provisions of Section 504 on such topics as program and structural accessibility, transportation, and specific prohibitions. Chapter 2 deals with requirements for employment provisions, including a discussion of the need for documenting employment policies and practices. Physical accessibility guidelines are provided in a third chapter which also includes checklists for such specific aspects as walks, ramps, steps, and doorways. Design specifications for various other physical settings are given. Chapter 4 covers requirments for educational programs and services, including due process, evaluation and placement, and nonacademic services. The final chapter sets out requirements for self evaluation. (CL)