♿ Disabled Access to Halls: Not a Regulation Obligation, but a Conscientious Responsibility
🧭 “Accessibility is not just a ramp; it is a glimpse is the angle.”
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🎯 Introduction: Visible Solutions for Invisible Guests
When it comes to hall design, the first things that come to mind are usually seating arrangement, acoustic solutions or stage equipment. However, there is a much more fundamental issue that is often overlooked but determines the human aspect of the hall: The right of access of disabled individuals.
This issue, which should be considered not only to fulfill a regulation but to create a truly inclusive space, is actually one of the most critical elements that determine the quality of the hall. is one.
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🛠️ 1. What Does Disabled Access Include? (Not Just a Ramp)
When it comes to accessibility, many people think that just building a ramp is enough. However, in order to make a hall disabled-friendly, all of the following headings should be considered integrated:
Entrance ramp and automatic doors
Wide interior corridors (minimum 90 cm)
Wheel chair between the seats access
Disabled seating areas (usually front or in the region)
Elevator (multi-storey in halls)
Voice guidance systems (visually impaired for)
Exit ramp to the stage or elevator
Disabled exit available during emergency evacuation ways
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📏 2. What do the regulations say? In international projects, pay attention to the following criteria: required:
ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) – for US projects valid
BS 8300 (UK Standard) – Accessibility in UK buildings guide
ISO 21542 – Worldwide accessible building standards It determines A missing detail can lead to consequences up to the cancellation of licenses or opening permits. can open.
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🪑 3. How to Plan a Disabled Seating Area? To give an example:
If the hall capacity is 200 people, at least 2 seating areas should be provided for wheelchairs. These areas are usually planned in the front row, but choosing a position in the middle that will provide a better view of the stage. recommended.
There is also a companion seat right next to the disabled area.
Solution suggestions placed on a secure platform that is not fixed on the ground are the most appropriate. are options.
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🚪 4. Emergency Evacuation: The Most Critical Moment
Evacuation of disabled individuals in fire, earthquake or emergency situations takes much more time than standard passengers. For this reason:
Disabled seating areas must be located closest to the exit. It should be planned. should be brought in.
All personnel should be trained to assist these individuals. must.
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🌍 5. Nish Global Approach: Not Just a Project, but Value We produce
As Nish Global, we do not just produce projects; We also build ethical values. In every hall we complete:
Going beyond regulations and taking into account real user needs
We tested the project specifically for disabled individuals. We do.
In some countries, disabled access has become standard practice, although it is not mandatory. We brought it. respect for humanity is a matter of.
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✅ Result: Seeing the Unseen is True Professionalism The most valuable part of the job is that that hall belongs to everyone.
Our advice to our investors is:
Before starting your project, consider how your living room will be experienced by an individual with a disability. You will see that many details are more accurate with this view. will take shape.
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