Fire Safety, Laws & Legislation, Resource Zone
Why Are Mobile Phone Text Systems Not Reliable As A Fire Alarm? Since 2002, BS5839-1 section 18 has been dedicated to the special requirements of “Fire alarm Warnings for people with Impaired Hearing”. It is vital that this standard is adhered to as this is seen by...
Fire Safety, Laws & Legislation, Resource Zone
A disabled refuge is a relatively safe temporary waiting area, located within a building to aid the evacuation of all people as safely as possible. The disabled refuge area allows building management and emergency services to assist all people out of a building in the...
Fire Safety, Laws & Legislation, Resource Zone
It is essential that across a University there is 100 percent compliance within all buildings, including residential student accommodation. Building regulations and fire safety requirements are set out and ensuring student’s safety should always be a top priority....
Laws & Legislation, Resource Zone
The Equality Act 2010 for Deaf and hard of hearing people – How we can help? What is the Equality Act 2010? The Equality Act 2010 provides a legal framework that essentially creates equality for all; protecting individuals from unfair treatment and promotes a fair and...
Laws & Legislation, Resource Zone
From 2021, in England, large accessible toilets for severely disabled people will become compulsory under the new legislation. These accessible toilets, known as Changing Places, will be required in places such as shopping centres, supermarkets, and sports and arts...
Disability Awareness, Laws & Legislation, Resource Zone
Recent reports have highlighted concerns with the accessibility of Universities throughout the UK. Disabled people are still facing barriers with Universities failing to make reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act. The Equality Act 2010 is now in its...
