Signage and information:

• Emergency call bell or guide rail inside toilet should be provided to guide the way out.
• Sensory stimulation like sounds and smells are useful to transfer information.

Lifts and doorways:

• Lift buttons should be of contrasting colour and with larger size for the visually impaired.

4.3.3 Views of professionals
The views of architect and occupational therapist are highlighted below.

4.3.3.1 Universal design implementation

• Universal design concept is to be cultured among the public and should be applied in community facilities where frequent access by the public or international visitors are expected.
• Inclusion of an Access Plan and an Evacuation Plan at the start of the design stage is a good practice to ensure accessibility for different user groups and to facilitate integration of universal design as main stream design instead of some special standard.
• Provisions for means of escape for the disabled should be allowed. Options include provision of fire separating measures to contain the fire, or provision of a temporary refuge space for the disabled persons to wait for rescue.
• Guidelines governing the design of non-building works such as fittings and fixtures should be included as recommended requirements or enhanced standards.