Resources
Accessibility Resources
This toolkit is built on existing best practices and international frameworks. Here are the key resources that inform our guidance.
Frameworks and Guidance
How to create a Building Accessibility Guide
Organization: Australian Government Department of Finance Type: Template guidance Public-facing building guide structure and content expectations.
Visitor access guides
Organization: Sensory Trust Type: Guidance Explains what to include and how visitors use it.
Access Chain: an inclusive design tool
Organization: Sensory Trust Type: Framework Models access across the full visitor journey.
Crafting an accessibility guide
Organization: City of Melbourne Type: Guidance Practical steps for organizations creating an accessibility guide.
Tactile Mapping Project
Organization: LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired Type: Project / Video Explains the importance and creation of tactile maps for the blind.
Tactile Map for People With Blindness or Partial Blindness
Organization: Instructables Type: DIY Guide Detailed instructions for creating 3D printed tactile maps. Note: Many public libraries now have 3D printers available for use.
Government Guidance
- ADA.gov (USA): Official guidance on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Use their museum and small business guides for conceptual models.
- GOV.UK Accessibility (UK): Standards for public sector accessibility.
- City of Melbourne Accessibility (AU): Resources for accessibility in the city.
Technical Standards
- WCAG 2.2 (W3C): The global standard for web accessibility. This toolkit follows WCAG 2.2 AA.
- ISO 21542:2021: Building construction — Accessibility and usability of the built environment.
Featured: Tactile Mapping
Tactile maps are essential for visitors who are blind or have low vision. Modern technology has made these significantly more accessible to create.
- LightHouse Tactile Mapping Project: Learn how the LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired uses tactile maps to empower independent navigation.
- 3D Printed Tactile Maps: A DIY guide to creating 3D printed maps. Many public libraries now offer 3D printing services that can be used for this purpose.
Canonical Reference Extracts
We maintain structured extracts of key guidance documents to ensure their operational insights are preserved.