objective 1.03. developed by ronald mace at ncsu “ universal design is the design of products and...
TRANSCRIPT
![Page 1: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Objective 1.03
![Page 2: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.”
The intent of universal design is to simplify life for everyone by making products, communications, and the built environment more usable by as many people as possible at little or no extra cost. Universal design benefits people of all ages and abilities
![Page 3: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Install gates at top AND bottom of stairs
Store all household (cleaners, medicines, etc) behind locked doors
![Page 4: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
Put plastic outlet caps over all unused electrical outlets
Tie cords of blinds high so children cannot reach them
![Page 5: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
Keep children away from any area that may have toxic or lead-based paints
1. Corrosive (such as acids, bleach, drain cleaner )
2. Flammable (burns easily Paint and Paint thinner)
3. Reactive (explosive or produces deadly vapors)
4. Toxic (poisonous to humans).
![Page 6: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Change all floors to be of one type (all wood, all vinyl) for better mobility. Remove all rugs so not to slip
Provide safety bars in the bathroom near toilet and bathtub
![Page 7: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
Provide safety seats in tubs
Provide additional lighting in hallways and night lights Provide lever handles on doors
![Page 8: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
Strobe Smoke Detector
![Page 9: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
Trim doorway thresholds so they are flush with floors Provide handrails on both sides of stairs and hallways.
Should extend at least 18” beyond last step
![Page 10: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Grab bars in bath and rubber or non-slip flooring
Seat in shower/tub, chairs with arms
![Page 11: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Place to sit while preparing meals, varied height counters, room for knee space
![Page 12: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
Mark the flooring changes with wide strips of contrasting adhesive tape
Use large type or Braille on any product that would be considered poisonous (household cleaners)
Remove all furniture with sharp corners, glass tops, or that can turn over easily
Telephone should have large numerals or Braille. Pre-program all emergency phone numbers
![Page 13: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
OTT-LITE A hands-free magnifying accessory. The neck extends to cover large areas. The lens rotates for easy viewing. The flexible shaft provides universal positioning. 3X magnification.
![Page 14: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
Install lighting to flash for doorbell, smoke alarms, and telephone
Use portable vibrating timers in kitchen. TTY/TDD telephone (can type message into phone to
be received) Sonic Shaker
![Page 15: Objective 1.03. Developed by Ronald Mace at NCSU “ Universal design is the design of products and environments to be usable by all people, to the greatest](https://reader035.vdocuments.us/reader035/viewer/2022062518/56649e9f5503460f94ba0cc1/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Housing Decisions, pages 108-112 Housing and Interiors, pages 31-33 www.spinlife.com
Copyright ©2007, ABCD, All rights reserved