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PAS 88:2008● provide a reasonable means of avoiding the feature; or● provide an alternative method of making the serviceavailable.However, the Code of Practice – Rights of Access: Services tothe public, public authority functions, private clubs andpremises 2006 does say that what is reasonable may varyaccording to the:● type of services being provided;● nature of the service provider and its size and resources;● effect of the disability on the individual disabled person.It is also unlawful for hotels to pass on any cost of a reasonableadjustment to disabled visitors. Where reasonable adjustmentshave been made to ensure that a certain facility or service isaccessible for a disabled visitor this should be provided on acomplimentary basis as part of a hotel’s general expenses.© BSI March 2008 4
PAS 88:2008What PAS 88 covers?PAS 88 provides guidance for hoteliers in the following areas:Access strategiesInvolvement of disabled people in planningStaff trainingAccessible formats for information and websitesTransport provisionsCar parkingAccess routes to and around buildingsEntry and exits to premisesMovement around floors or levelsEntrance hall and receptionCheck-inCorridors and passagewaysMovement between floors and levelsInterior features and designCommunal areasLavatories and changing facilities in public areas© BSI March 2008 5
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