D&B_CGP_S.9 Accessibility
GSAS-D&B CGP Training
Keyword(s)
wayfinding, disability, safety, special needs, accessible entrances, Architectural Barriers Act (ABA), pathways, signs, parking, and exits, gradient, trash, recycling receptacles
Publisher
Gulf Organisation for Research & Development

Description
People are diverse and variable in their functional capacities, size and age. Moreover, disability and illness, whether temporary or permanent, can also affect human capabilities including; mobility, reach, balance, strength, sight, knowledge or sense of direction. Accessibility can be considered as the "ability to access" and to benefit from systems or provisions to enable access. The intent is focused on enabling access for people especially those with disabilities or special needs, or to enable access by providing assistive technology where necessary.
Objective
To maximize accessibility to and within the site for all users, in particular those with special needs.