This is determined by the Building Classification.within the Building Code of Australia. More
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5400mm Long by 2 x 2400mm wide (4800mm wide) (One dedicated parking space + One Shared Space) If two accessible carparks are required, they may use the shared space in between them, however, the size would then be 3 x 2400mm (7200mm wide). More
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To permit enough space for a side deployed ramp to enter and exit a motor vehicle. More
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Accessible (Disabled) Car ParkingShare :
Changing Places facilities have been introduced to provide suitable facilities for people who cannot use standard accessible toilets.More
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Changing PlacesShare :
This Changing Places Information Kit provides key people such as architects, Councils, developers, designers and facility managers with all the information required to build a Changing Place toilet: plans, design specifications, security options and costings.More
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Changing PlacesShare :
Equal Access consults throughout Australia strategically supporting organisations to plan for the emergency evacuation of ALL staff members, including the development of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEP’s).PEEP’s are customised documentations that provide the framework for the planning and provision of emergency evacuation of people with a disability.More
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Emergency EgressShare :
The Victorian Building Authority advises that if using the transitional provisions of Section 10, Building Act 1993, the Relevant Building Surveyor and the applicant would be acting unlawfully under the DDA.More
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General AccessShare :
Affected Part: An ‘affected part’ is defined as: ‘the principal pedestrian entrance of an existing building than contains a ‘new part’; and; any part of an existing building that contains a ‘new part’, that is necessary to provide a continuous accessible path of travel from the entrance to a ‘new part”.More
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General AccessShare :
In the past wall setouts on plans were based on stud frame to stud frame. With the implementation of AS1428.1-2009 Building Designers will need to carefully review setouts as the minimum spaces nominated must me unobstructed.More
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General AccessShare :
It depends on the use of the property and if this use is changing. From a building perspective, if you ‘change the use’ of the property you must get the necessary permits and ensure that dignified and equitable access is provided in accordance with the access provisions of applicable standards.More
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General AccessShare :
The inconsistency between the Premises Standards and the BCA presents a dilemma for carpet selection – carpet with a 11 mm pile height or pile thickness will satisfy the BCA, but currently represents a non-compliance under the Premises Standards.More
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General AccessShare :
If the building is a prescribed temporary structure, as defined by the Building Regulations 2006, a building permit for its construction is not required, however an Occupancy Permit from the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) and a siting approval from the relevant Municipal Building Surveyor will be required. Section 23 of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) prohibits disability discrimination in relation to the access to premises that can be accessed by a section of the public, irrespective to whether a building permit is required for the structure. More
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General AccessShare :
"The requirements for slip-resistance classifications under the BCA are for ramps, stairways and landings. These are located in Parts D2.10, D2.13 and D2.14 of Volume 1 of the BCA"More
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General AccessShare :
A wheelchair requires a 1500mm x 1500mm space to make a 90° turn, however the internal corner of the turning space may be splayed.More
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General AccessShare :
Although universal design is not quite as widespread in brothels as it is in other industries, there has been some positive progress in recent years.More
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General AccessShare :
Hearing augmentation systems must be provided where an inbuilt amplification system is provided (other than one only used for emergency warning).More
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Hearing AugmentationShare :
It is our professional belief that as the Disability Discrimination Act and Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards 2010 are both federal pieces of legislation, they take precedence over any local or state government heritage legislation.More
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Heritage & AccessShare :
Type 15 lifts have a maximum of 4m travel, can be constant pressure controlled, Part 16 lifts can travel up to 12mMore
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Lifts & ElevatorsShare :
Lifts with constant pressure controls do not meet the DTS requirementsMore
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Lifts & ElevatorsShare :
AS1428.1-2009, Clause 6.5.1 requires a space 1500mm x 1500mm for a 90 degree turn, though the internal corner can be splayed 500mm x 500mm.More
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Lifts & ElevatorsShare :
What are the options now? Clause E3.6 of the Premises Standards and the BCA outline a number of passenger lift options. More
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Lifts & ElevatorsShare :
Luminance contrast is defined in Australian Standard 1428.1-2009 as ‘the light reflected from one surface or component, compared to the light reflected from another surface or component’. It is not the difference in the colour or the colour contrast, but the difference in the light reflective properties of each colour.More
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Luminance ContrastShare :
AS1428.2:1992, Section 24.1.1 provides details that should be considered with any design of Wheelchair Accessible Picnic Tables And Street FurnitureMore
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Outdoors & EventsShare :
ACLatch provides a unique solution to this problem. It operates with the Magnalatch range, providing an alternate base unit that includes a locked release. This then allows a secure release at a lower height, so the gate can be both child-safe and with access to anyone in a wheelchair.More
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Outdoors & EventsShare :
Download the template letter requesting Toilet Providers make a change by providing fully compliant accessible toilets for events and festivalsMore
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Outdoors & EventsShare :
Demand action for providing Transportable Hire Disabled Toilets For Events & FestivalsMore
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Outdoors & EventsShare :
AS 1428.1 Clause 7.5 accepts that a grate may be used on a continuous accessible path of travel if circular openings are not greater than 13mm in diameter.More
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Outdoors & EventsShare :
Most likely. It depends on each states requirements, however Councils usually enforce this as part of the permit requirement to hold public eventsMore
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Outdoors & EventsShare :
One size does not fit all! One of the most common questions we get asked in our office is "how big or what is the size of a disabled toilet or shower"? or more correctly "how big are accessible toilets and showers"? This simple question, however, is not easily answered due to the number of variables that affect the overall size. The guiding legislation we use when designing an accessible toilet is Australian Standard AS 1428.1-2009 Design for access and mobility – General requirements for access – New building work In determining the size of an accessible (disabled) toilet we have to consider WC location and required circulation Hand basin and required circulation Shower location and circulation Door type, location and required circulation.More
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Sanitary FacilitiesShare :
Not permitted under Clause F2.3(a) of the BCA. Note that depending on the situation consideration may be gievn to a ‘Performance Based’ approach to permit a Unisex Ambulant toilet inlieu of Separate Male & Female toilets. More
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Sanitary FacilitiesShare :
No, the features/clearances between the toilets accomodate different user ranges Accessible toilet – Person who uses a mobility chair requiring clearances for tranfer on/off the Pan. Ambulant facility – Person who may be an amputee, Muscular Dystophy, rely on crutches. More
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Sanitary FacilitiesShare :
The 1400mm exclusion zone caters for persons using a mobility chair to approach the Pan in their preferred way i.e. Front on, Diagonal or Side on. More
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Sanitary FacilitiesShare :
Accessible toilet – Person who uses a mobility chair requiring clearances for tranfer on/off the Pan. Ambulant toilet – Person who may be an amputee, Muscular Dystophy, rely on crutches.More
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Sanitary FacilitiesShare :
An ambulant toilet is provided for people with a disability who are capable of walking. It is similar to a standard toilet, however the cubicle door opens outwards and has larger easier to use door hardware, there must be a clear space of 900mm x 900mm both inside and outside the cubicle and there must be grab rails within the cubicle, located on each side of the toilet. A coat hook and the toiet paper dispenser must be located at the required height.More
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Sanitary FacilitiesShare :
No, there is insufficient reach range for persons using a mobility chair to reach forward and insert their arms down into the air jets.More
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Sanitary FacilitiesShare :
To date we have not seen any that meet the requirements of AS 1428.1:2009.More
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Sanitary FacilitiesShare :
Glazing bands are needed for people with vision impairment to alert them to a barrier created by clear glass, preventing them from walking through it.More
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Signs & Glazing BandsShare :
The following items are required when determining whether raised tactile and braille signage compliesMore
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Signs & Glazing BandsShare :
The BCA is specific in assigning all accessible sanitary facilities, and in some cases, general facilities, as unisex.More
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Signs & Glazing BandsShare :
We have created two toilet signs without using the words ‘Gender Neutral’. In fact, the signage does not nominate any gender or have any other gender identifying features. It simply classifies the facility as a toilet.More
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Signs & Glazing BandsShare :
"All Braille & tactile characters on signs are to be located between 1200mm and 1600mm above the floor level. Where accessible toilet signs just have a single line of text they must have the Braille and tactile characters located between 1250mm and 1350mm above floor level."More
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Signs & Glazing BandsShare :
Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) refers accommodation for participants who are eligible for specialist housing solutions to assist with the delivery of environmental supports to cater for their significant functional impairment and/or meet their very high (support) needs. More
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Specialist Disability AccommodationShare :
Where there are 2 or more continual steps (or risers), it is considered a stairway, and must comply with BCA D3.3(a)(ii) of the BCA, which states that all stairways (except a fire-isolated stairway – see below) must comply with Clause 11 of AS1428.1More
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Stairs & RampsShare :
The intermediate (mid) landing on stairways needs to be extended to provide a setback to allow the handrail at the top of the first flight to extend the distance of one going, before turning 180 degrees and going up the second flight. More
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Stairs & RampsShare :
The majority of people who are blind or vision impaired have some vision. The provision of sufficient luminance-contrast in the design of signage and the choice of TGSIs will enhance access to information for people with vision impairment and forall pedestriansMore
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Tactile Ground Surface IndicatorsShare :
Luminance contrast is defined in Australian Standard 1428.1-2009 as ‘the light reflected from one surface or component, compared to the light reflected from another surface or component’. It is not the difference in the colour or the colour contrast, but the difference in the light reflective properties of each colourMore
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Tactile Ground Surface IndicatorsShare :
The key issue with the use of Discrete TGSIs is Luminance contrast, especially with the polished stainless steel type which generally do not comply. More
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Tactile Ground Surface IndicatorsShare :
Ensure you are using the correct testing equipment and calculation when determining luminance contrast to ensure full compliance is achieved. Slip resistance is also a critical item for consideration.More
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Tactile Ground Surface IndicatorsShare :
The recent Supreme Court of Victoria ruling makes clear that Victorian owners corporations are required...
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The use of ‘Expert Judgement’ when assessing a Performance Solution in regard to disability access can leave practitioners open to potential claims under the DDA. Th...
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