Access Resource Kit (ARK) - Disability Services Commission

INTERIORS - GENERAL
76 Is the preferred font style used for printing?
Helvetica Medium Typeface is preferred (AS1428.1 – Clause 8.1(a) (ii))
77 Does the colour of the letters provide a minimum luminance
contrast of 30% with the background colour?
BCA Specification D3.6 – 2.3(c)
78. Are the signs made of a non-reflective material?
79. Does the signage contain appropriate graphics? (recognised
international symbols preferred) (AS1428.1 – Clause 8.2.1 &
AS1428.2 – Clause 16)
80 Where the symbol for access is used, does it comply with
the international standard in style, colour and layout?
(AS1428.1 - Clause 8.2)
Emergency Exits and Evacuations
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YES NO
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81. Are audible alarms provided in this building/facility?
(AS1428.2 - Clause 18.2.2)
82. Are visual alarms provided in this building/facility?
(AS1428.2 - Clause 18.2.3)
83. Are safe havens provided for people with mobility
difficulties on levels above the main entrance level?
84. Is training provided to your Fire Warden on assisting
people with disabilities in emergency situations?
85 Does your emergency plan/procedures include
instructions for safe placement/evacuation and
identification of people with disabilities who will require
assistance?
86. Is there a continuous accessible path of travel from the
set down area/transport stop to the facility entrance?
(AS1428.1 Clause 7 & BCA clause D3.2(c))
Buildings and Facilities Checklist – Towards Best Practice (Aust Standards updated
February 2011) 3.35