PSO 2855 - Inside Time

PSO 2855 Page 16DIFFERENT DISABILITIES AND POSSIBLE ADJUSTMENTSAnnex CHere are some examples of possible adjustments; this is not an exhaustive list.DISABILITYPOSSIBLE ADJUSTMENTSBlindness/visual impairmentColour contrasting doorwaysDocuments in audio format or Braille or MoonProvide large print books or talking books in LibraryPaint or mark steps to make them more visibleUse yellow paint in colour schemes to markhazards such as sharp corners. This is the colourthat partially sighted people can generally see bestDeaf/hearing impairmentVibrating alarm clock/pagerTeletext TVHave Typetalk installedUse portable induction loops in Visits, Reception,Induction, Education, Chapel etcProvide British Sign Language Interpreters orlipspeakers for necessary communicationAllow to retain spare batteries for hearing aids inpossessionDiabetesAllow access to food/drink outside mealtimesDyslexia & learning difficultiesDocuments/posters in pictorial formatAccess to learning support in Offending BehaviourProgrammesSimplify forms usedEasy to understand language when givingexplanations and instructionsGive prior warning of events and changeswherever possible with clear explanationsIssue No. 295 Issue date 3/04/08