- Author
- Bukowski, R. W. | Juillet, E.
- Title
- Emergency Procedures for Employees With Disabilities in Office Occupancies.
- Coporate
- National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, MD National Task Force on Life Safety and People With Disabilities, Luray, VA
- Sponsor
- Federal Emergency Management Agency, Washington, DC Fire Administration, Washington, DC
- Report
- FA 154, June 1995, 28 p.
- Distribution
- FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Website: http://www.fire.nist.gov/bfrlpubs/
- Keywords
- emergency plans | handicapped | office buildings | planning | fire detection | people movement | occupants
- Identifiers
- notification - informing occupants that an emergency exists and action is needed
- Abstract
- People with disabilites are increasingly moving into the mainstream of society, contributing to the diversity which has been this country's strength. It is only right that they be provided with the same level of safety asthe rese of society, as referenced in the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Equipment and procedures exist that can provide such safety for any person with a disability that is not so severe that it would preclude the ability to work. The key points regarding finding the best solution for your building are, first, to remember that every person with a disability has unique abilities and limitations, and accommodations should be tailored to their needs. Second, it s crucial that the person be included in the decision on which equipment and procedures will work for them to provide them with the confidence that they will be protected.