4.2. Hospitals and Health Care Buildings

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does universal accessibility mean?

   Hint

   Think about how all individuals, regardless of ability, should access places.

2. 2.

   Name one requirement for health care building entrances.

   Hint

   Consider the physical limitations some individuals may have.

3. 3.

   What is a requirement for emergency exits in health care buildings?

   • They should be hidden
   • They must be accessible
   • They can be upstairs

   Hint

   Consider who might need to use emergency exits during a crisis.

4. 4.

   True or False: All signs in hospitals must be in Braille.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about other audiences that might use the signage.

5. 5.

   Design an accessible emergency exit plan for a multi-story hospital.

   Hint

   Think about various disabilities and their specific needs.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how a lack of compliance with the Accessibility Act could impact a hospital's legal standing.

   Hint

   Reflect on the legal consequences of ignoring the act.