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Seton’s range of Braille Signs are manufactured to comply with the Building Code of Australia, AS 1428.4:2 and the Disability Discrimination Act (1992). Braille Signs are both vandal and fade resistant, making it suitable for use inside or outdoors. They are chemical resistant and can be cleaned using a wide variety of detergents (including citrus based cleaners).

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Why are braille signs important to have in the workplace?

Braille and tactile signage is crucial to have in any workplace to ensure that individuals who are blind or have a visual impairment can safely access essential facilities. It assists with communicating directions and locating places, allowing for independence, comfort, and safe navigation with dignity. In particular, Braille signage helps create a safe environment where all individuals are treated equally, aligning with the Design for Access and Mobility Standard AS 1428.

Do these signs comply with any standards?

All of Seton’s Braille signs are made to comply with the AS 1428-2021, Design for Access and Mobility Standard. This standard sets out minimum requirements regarding layout and application, as well as a general basis for providing greater access for people with disabilities. This signage also aligns with the guidelines stated in the Building Code of Australia, D3.6 if installed correctly.

Where should I place braille and tactile signs?

It is required that for a building to be considered accessible, braille and tactile signage must correctly identify and be placed in the following locations:

Sanitary facilities
Ambulant accessible facilities
Each space with hearing augmentation systems
Doors indicating the word ‘Exit’ and ‘Level’ including the level number - Required by NCC E4.5
Nearest accessible entrances, where a pedestrian entrance is not accessible
To direct to nearest unisex accessible facilities, in an area where sanitary facilities do not include an accessible facility.

For more information please visit the Building Code of Australia Board/ National Construction Code Sections D3.6 and E4.5 here.

How do I correctly install my braille signage?

To ensure that the braille and tactile signage conforms with the standards the Building Code of Australia D3.6 Guidelines must be followed correctly during installation. This guideline states the following:

All signage:

Must be installed between 1200mm and 1600mm above the ground.
Any signage with single character lines must have the Tactile character placed between 1250mm and 1350mm above the ground.

Signs identifying facilities or features listed in D3.6:

Must be installed on the wall (the door handle side) with a gap of 50mm and 300mm between the signs leading edge and door.
If this is not possible it should be placed on the wall of the hinge side of the door or placed on the door if the hinge side is not available.

Luminance Contrast Requirements:

The Building Code of Australia D3.6 defines Luminance Contrast as the light reflected from one surface or component compared to the amount of light reflected from a different surface or component.

In order to comply with the standards of D3.6, luminance contrasts must be met under the lighting conditions for the environment the sign is going to be placed. The background, negative space, and fill of the braille sign or border with a minimum width of 5mm, must have a luminance contrast of at least 30% with the surface on which it is mounted.

Please see the diagram below for more information:

How can I tell if I should be using a LH or RH sign?

It is important to have an understanding of left and right hand transfers and how they are used within the workplace before installing any signage. Braille signage with the wording ‘LH or Left Hand’ indicates that the hand rail is on the left hand side when seated on the toilet. Likewise signage with ‘RH or Right Hand’ indicates that the hand rail is on the right hand side when seated on the toilet. The Australian Standards AS 1428.1 states "Signs for unisex accessible facilities shall be provided with the letters LH or RH to indicate a left-hand or right-hand side transfer onto the WC pan." By utilising the correct signage, the guidelines of AS 1428.1 can be correctly followed.

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