Published on Tuesday 18th February 2020
The Equalities Act 2010 replaced the Disability Discrimination Act of 2005 (DDA). However, the term 'DDA compliant ramp' is still commonly used when discussing laws protecting the rights of disabled people to access buildings, services and spaces.
The Equalities Act 2010 replaced the Disability Discrimination Act of 2005 (DDA). However, the term 'DDA compliant ramp' is still commonly used when discussing laws protecting the rights of disabled people to access buildings, services and spaces.
The act protects a person against discrimination on the grounds of (including but not limited to):
>More information on the Equality Act 2010<.
The Equalities Act requires employers, local authorities, schools, and service providers to make reasonable adjustments for disabled people by removing barriers that could stop individuals from gaining and remaining in employment or education; or customers from accessing and using goods and services.. Find more about the Equalities Act.
Physical barriers can include steps, stairways, kerbs, exterior surfaces and paving, parking areas, building entrances and exits (including emergency escape routes), internal and external doors, gates, toilets and washing facilities, public facilities (such as telephones, counters or service desks), lighting and ventilation, lifts and escalators, floor coverings, signs, furniture, and temporary or movable items (such as equipment and display racks).
This is dependent on the type of building being reviewed.
Private Dwellings
To achieve a DDA compliant ramp to a home, please follow the ramp regulations surrounding access to dwellings.
Public Buildings
Individuals refurbishing or constructing buildings for public use must guarantee high-grade DDA access is achieved.
Remember that permanent or semi-permanent access systems including wheelchair ramps and steps, must comply with the disability act and requirements stated in Documents M and K of the Building Regulations.
Temporary Buildings
Ramps and steps for temporary public buildings must comply with the Documents M and K of the Buildings Regulations.
Additional Safety Features
Extras are available with our modular wheelchair ramps and steps, including:
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