Improving slip resistance on steps and ramps Removing trip hazards and obstructions Example of ramp and with poor slip resistance and without handrails to both sides. 5. Entrance to Premises Gaining access to a building or the campus can often pose a real barrier to access for people with disabilities. There are many improvements that can be made to the existing entrance that have been highlighted in the access audit reports. These improvements are not limited to civil or structural works. Examples of improvements that can be made to entrances are: Improving signage at entrances Removing or leveling small steps or lips at entrances Providing U or D shaped colour contrast door handles Providing door and release systems that do not require good manual dexterity Reducing door forces and opening weights Providing alternative or ramped access to entrance with steps where possible Providing automatic door openers on doors that are difficult to operate or access Improving signage to entrances that have alternative accessible routes
Improving slip resistance on steps and ramps Removing trip hazards and obstructions Example of ramp and with poor slip resistance and without handrails to both sides. 5. Entrance to Premises Gaining access to a building or the campus can often pose a real barrier to access for people with disabilities. There are many improvements that can be made to the existing entrance that have been highlighted in the access audit reports. These improvements are not limited to civil or structural works. Examples of improvements that can be made to entrances are: Improving signage at entrances Removing or leveling small steps or lips at entrances Providing U or D shaped colour contrast door handles Providing door and release systems that do not require good manual dexterity Reducing door forces and opening weights Providing alternative or ramped access to entrance with steps where possible Providing automatic door openers on doors that are difficult to operate or access Improving signage to entrances that have alternative accessible routes
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