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| Accessibility for safety and aging | Examples and explanations |
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surface finishes to create both visual and tactile distinctions. Photoluminescent markings are recommended to be applied to ensure visibility in low-light conditions, particularly in staircases or emergency exit areas. | |
| Provide lactation rooms or lactation pods. | Dedicated lactation rooms, or breastfeeding support rooms, support higher rates of breastfeeding, improved work performance, and physical and emotional well-being.146 It is recommended that these rooms include features such as an electrical outlet, seating, and a table, along with access to a sink and refrigerator either within the room or on the same floor to better accommodate pumping and breastfeeding needs. |
| Provide at least one fully accessible, all-gender single-use restroom OR one multi-use all-gender restroom on each floor of the building. | Providing all-gender restrooms creates a more inclusive and welcoming environment for people who may prefer gender-neutral options.147 |
At least one adult changing station or table in a designated, accessible restroom or family restroom, or in each men’s and women’s restroom. | Locate the changing station in a family or accessible restroom that complies with ADA guidelines for door width, turning space (60 inches or 1.52 meters diameter), and clear floor area (30 x 48 inches or 0.76 x 1.22 meters). Use a height-adjustable adult changing table with a weight capacity of at least 350 lbs. (160 kg.) to accommodate diverse user needs. Ensure the table is at least 72 inches (1.83 meters) long and 30 inches (0.76 meters) wide for adequate space. |
| Provide signage in all languages spoken by more than 5% of the local population. | Ensure services and information are accessible to diverse communities. Provide additional signage for people with _limited English proficiency (LEP)_when they constitute 5% of the population or 1,000 individuals, whichever is smaller. |
Achieve at least one point under EQc2: Occupant Experience, Option 1. Biophilic Environments, Path 1. Integrated Biophilic Design | Biophilic design is particularly valuable for neurodivergent populations, approximately 15–20% of the global population.148 Achieve at least 1 point under_EQc2:_ Occupant Experience, Option 1. Biophilic Environments, Path 1. Integrated Biophilic Design. |
Table 3. Accessibility for navigation
| Accessibility for navigation | Examples and explanations |
|---|---|
Provide wayfinding signage that clearly indicates exits, entrances, and major functions in the project. | Signage should be clear, concise, and easy to understand, using both text and universally recognized symbols to accommodate individuals with varying levels of literacy. |
Provide nontext diagrams and symbols on signage. | Diagrams and symbols can convey instructions or warnings more quickly than text alone, making it easier for people with varying levels of literacy or visual impairments to understand. Provide alternative signage where applicable. |
146 De Souza, C. B., Venancio, S. I., & da Silva, R. P. G. V. C. (2021), Breastfeeding Support Rooms and Their Contribution to Sustainable Development Goals: A Qualitative Study, Frontiers in public health, 9, 732061, https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2021.732061. 147 Harwood-Jones, M., Martin, K. & Airton, L. (2021, August), Research and Recommendations on Gender-Inclusive Washrooms and Changerooms, https://www.queensu.ca/hreo/sites/hreowww/files/uploaded_files/Washroom%20Report%20-%20Digital.pdf. 148 Doyle, N. (2020, October 14), Neurodiversity at work: a biopsychosocial model and the impact on working adults, https://www.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32996572/.
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