Accessibility standards ensure that the built environment is inclusive, safe, and usable for everyone, regardless of their abilities. From historic landmarks to modern infrastructure, these standards guide the creation of spaces that are welcoming and functional for all, ensuring equitable access to public and private buildings.

Top standards

Lifts for the transport of persons and goods
Part 1: Safety rules for the construction and installation of passenger and goods passenger lifts

Graphical symbols — Safety colours and safety signs
Part 1: Design principles for safety signs and safety markings

Lifts for the transport of persons and goods
Part 2: Design rules, calculations, verifications and tests of lift components

Building construction — Accessibility and usability of the built environment

Lifts for the transportation of persons and goods
Part 32: Planning and selection of passenger lifts to be installed in office, hotel and residential buildings

Accessible design — Information contents, figuration and display methods of tactile guide maps

Accessibility and usability of the built environment — Accessibility of immovable cultural heritage — Principles and methodology for interventions

Insights

Occupational safety: A guide to protecting people’s health at work

Occupational health and safety is often treated as a checkbox exercise – but this mindset has consequences. Each year, millions suffer injuries or illnesses because their workplace failed to prioritize their wellbeing.

Identifying OHS hazards and managing risks

People are the foundation of every business. That’s why it’s essential to be fully aware of OHS hazards, develop strategies to reduce risks, and promote a culture that keeps your workers protected.

Accessibility and security in the built environment

Standards facilitate planning and effective implementation.