There are a range of alerting devices for use within the workplace which use flashing light arrangements. These can be supplied by a number of providers and are attached to fire alarms, telephones or audible triggers. There are also paging devices on the market which act similarly.
See Connevans catalogue for info or speak to the fire alarm supplier
www.connevans.com
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From: Discussion list for disabled students and their support staff. on behalf of AHEAD
Sent: Mon 16/05/2005 17:22
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Support for a Deaf student during workshops
Hi all,
I have had a query from a Disability Officer who is trying to find a the best way to accommodate a Deaf student during workshops on a mechanical engineering course. The student is due to start his course in October.
The student communicates using Irish Sign Language. However, staff have indicated to the Disability Officer that for the practical workshop component of the course the way in which danger or a difficulty on the production line is communicated to students is through sound.
Given that the student cannot hear staff are concerned that his safety and that of his colleagues could be compromised.
I am wondering if anyone has come up with an innovative way of accommodating Deaf students in an instance like this? Are there any alternative ways to indicate danger or difficulty in an workshop context.
The college are very keen to accommodate this student in the most effective way possible.
Any advice would be gratefully appreciated.
Kind regards,
Michelle Scanlan
Research and Information Officer
AHEAD ( Association for Higher Education Access and Disability)
Newman House
86 St Stephens Green
Dublin 2
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