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Navigating Australian Standards for Event Accessibility

15th Oct 2024

Australian Standards for Disability Access Ensuring event accessibility is not just about inclusivity but also about complying with Australian standards that safeguard the rights of individuals with disabilities. Among these standards, the AS1428 suite provides guidelines for design and access that facilitate unhindered participation for everyone. These standards cover various aspects, from physical access to tactile indicators, helping crea …
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Navigating Adelaide: The Challenge of Disability Access in Busy Dining Areas

Posted by Floorsafe Australia on 30th Aug 2024

Adelaide's bustling dining scenes, particularly in areas like Peel and Leigh Streets, are under review by the City Council due to accessibility concerns raised by local traders and disability advocates. Despite the vibrant atmosphere, these popular spots present significant challenges for individuals with disabilities, especially those using wheelchairs.The City Council's DilemmaA recent petition by 14 Leigh Street businesses prompted the Adelaid …
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The Basics of Stair Nosing: Why It's Essential for Safety and Accessibility.

Posted by Floorsafe Australia on 19th Jul 2024

Every year, stairs injure more than one million people worldwide. A significant number of these accidents occur because of the absence or inadequate nosing on the stairs.Stairs are a ubiquitous part of our lives, providing vertical access in homes, offices, and public spaces. As common as they are, they're also one of the primary spots for slip and fall accidents. Adding an anti slip stair nosing can help prevent accidents and makes essential str …
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Our Range of Tactile Indicators

18th Jul 2024

It is estimated that there are around four hundred thousand people who are blind or vision-impaired in Australia. Tactile indicators are one of the best ways we can support blind and vision-impaired people to be able to move safely around in the community. Tactile indicators are used to provide warning and directional information. They can be used on footpaths to indicate a crossing or intersection coming up. They can also be used in carpeted are …
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Quick Fix Instant Bonding Tactile Indicators

18th Jul 2024

It is so important that our public spaces, centres and businesses are accessible to all members of our community. There are many products on the market that can help us to enable access and inclusion. Tactile indicators are placed on the ground, on walkways, footpaths, curbs and at intersections to provide information about the terrain and features to people who are visually impaired. A recent improvement in tactile indicators has been through th …
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