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What is access in disability?
This means people with a disability should be able to enter and move freely inside buildings and reach facilities like toilets and lifts. In addition, not to be confined to a segregated space or the seats.
Access Assessment report play vital roles in promoting accessibility and inclusivity within the built environment in Australia.
Access Assessment report provide detailed evaluations of buildings, facilities, or environments to ensure compliance with Australian accessibility standards, such as the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and the Australian Standards for Access and Mobility (AS 1428).
Loka Consulting Engineers, we are accredited member of The Association of Access Consultant Australia (ACA) which means we are registered and qualified to provide expert access services.
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Our service includes:
- Reviews of architectural drawings and specifications
- Provide a different access reports at each stage of design documentation (DA, CC, CDC, S4.56…etc.) to comply with one/all of the followings:
NCC 2022
Disability (Access to Premises-Buildings) standards (DAPS) 2010
Australian Standard AS1428.4.1 (2009) – Tactile ground surface indicators
Australian Standard AS2890.6 (2009) – Off-street parking for people with disabilities.
AS4299 Adaptable Housing
Australian Standard AS1735.12 (1999) – Lifts Part 12: Facilities for persons with disabilities
Australian Standard AS1428.1 (2021) – Design for Access and Mobility.
Australian Standard AS1428.2 (1992) – Design for Access and Mobility.
Senior’s housing Design Guide
- Inspections during all stages of construction to ensure that the project complies with access building requirements.
- Preparation of performance Solutions (alternative solutions) to meet and allow
for flexibility in design where limitations are imposed by other building conditions. - To enhance the assurance that your project aligns with compliance standards, LOKA offers peer reviews of reports completed by other Access consultants, including Design reviews, Performance Solutions, Access Audits etc.
Access reports for disability cover various aspects of accessibility including :
Physical Accessibility Assessment:
This involves evaluating features such as ramps to comply with Australian standard ramp, doorways, pathways, elevators, and step ramp facilities to determine whether they meet the needs of individuals with mobility impairments, wheelchair access, and other physical disabilities.
Visual Accessibility Evaluation:
This assesses factors such as signage, lighting, color contrast, and tactile indicators to ensure that individuals with visual impairments can navigate the environment safely and independently.
Auditory Accessibility Accessibilty:
This examines the availability and functionality of assistive listening systems, visual alarms, and other features that support individuals with hearing impairments.
Compliance with Australian Standards:
Access reports for disability in Australia should encompass thorough documentation to ensure compliance with pertinent accessibility standards and regulations. This involves referencing specific Australian building codes, standards, and guidelines, thereby demonstrating adherence to legal requirements. Collaborating with an Access Consultant can provide valuable insights into compliance. Key references include Australian standards and regulations such as AS 1428, which serve as benchmarks for assessing compliance and pinpointing areas necessitating improvement.
Expert Witness
We have acted as an Expert Witness for Disability Access related matters for the Land and Environment Court on multiple occasions.
We have provided access assessment reports for projects to the following Councils:
Ashfield Council, Auburn Council, Bayside Council, Blacktown Council, Bankstown Council, Burwood Council, Byron Shire Council , Blue Mountains Council, Camden Council, Campbelltown Council, City of Canada Bay Council, Canterbury-Bankstown Council, Central Coast Council,City of Botany Bay Council, City of Ryde, City of Sydney Council, Fairfield Council, Georges River Council, Gosford Council, Hills Shire Council, Holroyd Council, Hornsby Council, Hurstville Council,Hunters Hill Council, Kiama Council, Kogarah Council, Ku-ring-gai Council,Lake Macquarie Council , Lane Cove Council, Leichhardt Council, Lithgow,Liverpool Council, Manly Council, Marrickville Council, Mosman Council, North Sydney Council, Orange Council ,Parramatta Council, Penrith City Council, Pittwater Council, Randwick Council, Rockdale Council, Ryde Council , Strathfield Council, Sutherlandshire Council, Sydney Council , Warringah Council, Waverley Council, Willoughby Council, Wollondilly Council,Wollongong Council,Woollahra Council , Wyong Shire to name a few.
At Loka, We are committed to providing Access reports with excellent service and quality solutions that enable our clients to make informed decisions and achieve their development goals, for all types of projects.
How we help our clients:
At Loka Consulting Engineers, we’ve had the privilege of collaborating with a diverse range of multi-national businesses, from builders to international aid agencies, including:
Contractors | Architects | Developers | Government
Our commitment remains unwavering, we craft solutions that transcend mere functionality across Australia, ensuring sustainable infrastructure and pioneering environmental innovations.
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