
Accessible Reception Counter Design in Australia: 7 Checks
An accessible reception counter depends on more than joinery height. Use these seven checks to review approach, interaction, equipment, communication, privacy, queuing and operations.

An accessible reception counter depends on more than joinery height. Use these seven checks to review approach, interaction, equipment, communication, privacy, queuing and operations.

An accessibility product claim is only as useful as its evidence. This Australian checklist explains how to review reports, certificates, scope, limitations and installation conditions before specification.

School refurbishments need accessibility planning across the full student journey. This Australian checklist covers site arrival, paths, classrooms, amenities, wayfinding, inspections and design approval.

Commercial tenancy fitouts should be reviewed for accessibility before lease commitments, landlord approvals and procurement decisions are locked in. This guide explains what to check early.
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A performance solution report is where a deemed to satisfy provision is not met and an alternative building solution is proposed. The performance solution report is to articulate how the building solution is equal to or greater than that of the minimum requirement.
More and more requests are being made of product suppliers to provide a disability access compliance certification. ASN specialises in these certifications for suitability and usability of mainstream products for people with disability.
A luminance contrast test is a calculation between two (2) surfaces Light Reflectance Values (LRV’s). This determines the percentage of difference and is used to confirm compliance or deem not compliant.
When is it best to engage ASN? As early as is possible. This is usually at the design phase of a project. ASN can assist by providing advice direction so that in the future stages there has already been a number of common mistakes avoided.