Chapter 12 Universal Design

Question 1

What is optimal universal design?

Answer 1

Environments that enhance usability for all beyond access for people with disabilities

Question 2

Principles of universal design

Answer 2

1. Equitable use
2. Flexibility in use
3. Simple and intuitive use
4. Perceptible information
5. Tolerance for error
6. Low physical effort
7. Size and space for approach and use

Question 3

Explain equitable use

Answer 3

Same means of use for all users
Design useful and marketable to diverse abilities
E.g. power sensor doors

Question 4

Explain flexibility in use

Answer 4

Accommodates a wide range of individual preference and abilities
There is choice in method of use
E.g. right and left handed scissors

Question 5

Explain simple and intuitive use

Answer 5

Easy to understand
Accommodates a range of literacy
E.g. moving sidewalk

Question 6

Explain perceptible information

Answer 6

Design communicates necessary information

E.g. tactile, verbal and visual cues

Question 7

Explain tolerance for error

Answer 7

Minimizes hazards and accidental consequences of misuse

E.g. double cut car keys, undo features

Question 8

Explain low physical effort

Answer 8

Efficient and comfortable with minimum fatigue

E.g. lowered or loop handles on doors

Question 9

Explain size and space for approach and use

Answer 9

E.g. wide security gates

Question 10

Program planning and universal design

Answer 10

Learn minimum requirements
Consult people with disabilities
Analyze all aspects of site and design
Make better decisions above minimum requirements