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Physical Accessibility Barriers and Solutions for People with Visual Impairments



Barriers

Solutions

Simple/Low cost

Involved / High cost

Protruding Objects mounted on the wall (e.g., fire extinguisher) may endanger your head

Place a cane-detectable object (such as a potted plant) under the object to redirect walkers

Remove the object from the wall

Signs are inaccessible (not tactile)

Create temporary signs (e.g., using a Braille writer) for permanent spaces such as the restroom, etc.

Install permanent, accessible (tactile) signs

A sign with the universal image for accessibility that has other accessible features
Sign with many accessible features, including Braille

Locks on the lockers are not accessible

Bring your own accessible lock (push button locks are more accessible)

Install accessible locks on all lockers


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