Hi Alan,
Couldn't you just short-cut the fuss by showing them a picture of an accessible counter that DOES look nice?
Helen
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> Date: Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:49:07 +0100
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> Subject: Reception counters and Part M
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> Hi All.....
> our library service wants to install a new reception counter as part of a library
> upgrade but insists that the whole counter will be 760mm high as per Part M
> for wheelchairt users. They will not provide a higher/raised section or even a
> section at the usual 900mm for worktops because "it doesn't look nice". My
> assertion that they are not catering for all their clients is falling on deaf ears.
> Part M is not clear in this respect and they will not consider the guidance of
> BS8300. Does anyone know of any statutory requirement to provide a counter
> which is universal? I have also scoured the "CyMal Museums Archives and
> Libraries Wales Disability Portfolio - Wales Addition" but to no avail.
> any advice gratefully received.
>
> alan
>
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