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For circulation space to comply with AS1428.2, increase the W dimensions
by 50mm and the L dimensions by 100mm shown in AS1428.1-2001.

Note that Fixed Furniture must not be located within these circulation
spaces.

 

6.7.3

Doorways — Opening Forces

The maximum force that can be applied to open a doorway for it to be
accessible is 20N measured at the door handle or where a door handle is
not provided measured 100mm in from the latch edge of the door.

If a door closing device is mounted to a door, it must be capable of
controlling the door, despite the wind load and/or stack pressure during
the opening and closing cycle, and the door control device must close and
latch the door.

 

6.8

Counter — Reception

Reception Counters must have a wheelchair accessible section in
accordance with AS1428.2-1992.

 

6.9

Signage — Visual + Raised Tactile and Braille Signage

Accessible Wayfinding Signage will be required to be provided in a Raised
Tactile and Braille format from the principal entry points to all facilities and
to and within all common areas.

Design Guidelines for Accessible Signage are included with this report
(refer to Appendix A) and must to be complied with where Accessible
Signage

Typically Wayfinding Signage which is required to be accessible will
include all door/room signage (apart from plant and service areas where
access to these doors is only possible by key or similar access control
device ie., the door is always locked and shut), directional signs, directory
boards, amenity signage and some safety signage such as Fire Exit Stair
Signage.

Raised Tactile and Braille Floor numbers must be provided within all Fire
and Exit Stairs.

 

 

6.10.1

 

Facilities - Accessible Accommodation

The following accommodation is required to be accessible to people with
mobility disabilities:

Block A1 — 1 shared unit plus associated sanitary, kitchen and laundry
facilities, and balconies
Block A2 — 1 shared unit plus associated sanitary, kitchen and laundry

 

 

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