General principles and guidelines for including disabled people in regeneration projects

(Adapted from Rochdale MBC's 'Guidelines to achieving Equality of Participation in Rochdale')

CHECKLIST 6 Annual Budget Measures

Input

Laptops with speech synthesisers, word processors, and spell checkers for loan to students.

Output

1. Speech synthesis hardware and software
2. Large monitor
3. Braille printer
4. Refreshable Braille output display
5. Braille translation software/firmware
6. Colour monitors and software to permit the selection of colours used
7. Magnifying closed-circuit cameras

Environment

1. Adjustable tables to accommodate both wheelchair users and short- or tall-statured people
2. Adjustable chairs that provide support and stability

Documentation/Support/Training

1. Design and implement a training program for users of complex equipment.
2. Hire/provide Accessibility Co-ordinator for facility.

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Checklists

1. General access provisions not related to technology
2. Access to Participation in events and meetings
3. Facility Preparation – Technology Specific Issues
4. Low cost / Time measures
5. Moderate Cost / Time Measures
6. Annual Budget Measures

See also:
Guide to Good Web Site Design

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