Where do you locate Braille Signs so they can be found?

This is a very common question that is asked by people who need to purchase DDA signs.

The Sign Design Guide (written by the JMU and the Sign Design Society) talks about ensuring a "consistency of location to help people find information when they need it". This is why we have developed our Braille finger push plate for doors; they relay Braille information in a location that is consistent and helpful for Braille readers: http://www.as-s.co.uk/braille-signs.htm

Please let me know any thoughts you might have.

Sniffing out the right supplier

When the Guide Dogs for the Blind wanted an external Braille sign for the official opening of a new centre, they turned to Architectural Symbols & Signs to provide the solution. Advice was given about the wording and location, the Braille strip was then made from brass and lacquered to give an antique bronzed look; the day was a great success with plenty of tongues and tails wagging.

AS&S Director ends up in Court

When Atkins, the internationally-acclaimed Building Management Consultants who look after Her Majesty’s Court Service, wanted to meet the DDA regulations for 16 Crown & County Courts throughout the South West of England, they turned to Architectural Symbols & Signs.

A lot of the buildings are either listed or of significant architectural importance, and that was a major reason why Atkins chose AS&S. All the courts were audited for their requirements over a 2-week period and advice was given about the signs that were needed and where to locate them for DDA compliance.

The individual signs were manufactured in either brushed or polished satin stainless or brass, to suit the buildings existing décor; the signs were then sent to the contractors for installation. Thankfully that was the only reason why AS&S had to go to court!