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Arts Centre project review

News, Inclusive Design | 4th March 2025

The Inclusive Design team carried out a Workplace Accessibility Assessment for the Arts Centre.

Ruby, Mark, Ebony, Manil and Dom checked different areas of the Arts Centre back office to see how easy they are to use for everyone, including new employees, stakeholders and suppliers.

Key areas that were reviewed

Arriving and leaving:

Public transport access, drop-off points and walking paths. Checked if train stations had clear signs, if trams had ramps and if footpaths were flat with no trip hazards

Approaching and entering:

Signs, entrances, reception areas and wayfinding. We tested if doors were automatic, if reception desks had a lower section for wheelchair users and if signs had large text or Braille

Moving through the building:

Doors, lobby, floors, stairs, lifts, emergency alerts and exits. We checked if doors were wide enough, if the lobby had enough space for wheelchairs, if emergency alerts had flashing lights for people who have hearing loss.

Work areas:

Desks, meeting rooms, sound, lights and switches. We tested if desks were adjustable, if meeting rooms had good lighting and hearing loops for people with hearing aids and if light switches were at a reachable height.

Amenities:

Kitchens, toilets and lockers. We checked if kitchens had accessible sinks and if accessible toilets had grab bars and enough space for wheelchair users.

Communication systems:

Sign-in system for ease of use. We checked if the app had a simple layout and worked with screen readers.

Outcome

The Inclusive Design Team is creating an Workplace Accessibility Assessment report with recommendations to improve accessibility at the Arts Centre back office during its significant redevelopment over the next 2-3 years.

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