In Australia, signage in public spaces must fulfil building code requirements aimed at optimising the accessibility of buildings and facilities. Specifications also exist regarding the form of signs to ensure that the signs themselves are accessible for all people including those with a vision impairment .
A full range of standard signs, including International symbol of access available in a variety of materials Symbol available as cut out logo or coloured background with white figure
The international symbol of access (or other signs) can be sprayed onto existing concrete or stencilled into new unset concrete eg. to depict parking areas for people with disabilities.
Hillmont Engraved Signs designs and manufactures permanent braille signs, combination braille / bold print signs, plaques and pictograms (with raised letters and braille).
The wireless AudioSigns access system consists of ceiling or wall mounted transmitter modules and a body worn small receiver unit. The modules continuously emit an infra red beam which, when intercepted by a receiver unit, will relay a discreet message to the user via an earpiece or lapel speaker.
Hearing Help Available signs depict a blue ear and indicate that a place displaying the sign has an assistive listening system installed and working.
A square metal international wheelchair user sign. One size only
Lockwood Braille Signage is designed in Australia to meet and exceed requirements for Braille and Tactile signage applications. The Lockwood range of Braille and Tactile Signs is available in six designs to suit a range of applications.
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