The Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards (Premises Standards) are due to come into force on 1 May 2011. They will lead to significant improvements in the level of access required in all new public buildings and existing buildings undergoing renovation. It is also anticipated that corresponding changes will be made to the Building Code of Australia at the same time.
This free two hour briefing is aimed at people with disability and non-government organizations who advocate for the rights of people with disability and ageing Australians. (People who work in the building industry are asked to register for one of the seminars advertised at: www.humanrights.gov.au/disability_rights/buildings/ps_registration.htm)
The briefing will cover:
- The objectives behind the Premises Standards
- Who is responsible for complying with the Premises Standards
- Main features including exceptions and concessions
- Areas of buildings and levels of access required.
The briefing will be presented by Michael Small from the Australian Human Rights Commission who has been closely involved in the development of the Premises Standards.
Where
Flinders University City Campus, 182 Tarndanyangga/ Victoria Sq Adelaide, Level 1, Room 1
When
Thursday 2nd September 2010 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Places are limited so you must register. If you would like to attend this briefing please RSVP by Wednesday 1st Sept 2010 to:
Julie Viney
HC Harrison Consultants Pty Ltd
47 Grey Avenue
Welland SA 5007
Ph 08 8241 5086
Fax 08 8241 5089
Email: julie@harrison-consultants.com.au
The venue is wheelchair accessible – if you have any other access requirements such as sign language interpreters please inform us when you register so that arrangements can be made. (Best accessible toilet on the ground floor)
