Doman 2 | Module 8: Universal Design Flashcards
The goal ofuniversal designis to create products, services, and environments that meet the needs of everyone who uses them, minimizing or eliminating the need for______ or ________.
adaptations, accommodations.
When products, services, and environments are not designed for universal use, a person with a disability may need _________ __________ so they can participate and accomplish the same tasks as someone without a disability.
individualaccommodations
Four synonyms for universal design
- Inclusive design
- Design for all
- Human-centered design
- Lifespan design
Ronald Mace said the following of what UD is:
“To be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible through adaptation or specialized design”
FLASE
WITHOUT the need for adaptation or specialized design
What 3 built environments need to be accessible
- Buildings
- Public spaces
- Transportation systems
The cost of adjusting physical spaces to be more universally designed is usually lower than the overall construction cost required to make it universally designed in the first place.
FALSE
often higher to adjust in post
True or False:
Meeting only the minimum regulatory building standards usually results in the need for further accommodations to be built for those in need.
True. The minimum is usually not going to be enough in the long run.
True or False:
Countries are not expected to supply best practice UD guidelines to better support accessibility.
False. Many countries do supply guidelines like these.
What built environment accessibility measures are included for buildings? (5)
- Access in and out
- Movement and evacuation
- Fixtures and furnishings
- Accessibility of facilities
- Signage
What built environment accessibility measures are included for transportation? (3)
- Access to different means of transportation
- Routes
- The outdoor environment
What built environment accessibility measures are included for documentation purposes? (3)
- Policies
- Guidelines
- Recommendations
What are the 7 principles of UD?
- Equitable use.
- Flexibility in use.
- Simple and intuitive use.
- Perceptible information.
- Tolerance for error.
- Low physical effort.
- Size and space for approach and use.
What is meant by “equitable use” in UD?
The product or service is useful and can be of service to people with diverse abilities
What is meant by “flexibility in use” in UD?
The product or service accomodates a wide range of individual preferences AND abilities
What is meant by “simple and intuitive use” in UD?
The product or service is easy to understand, regardless of experience, knowledge, language skills, or current concentration level
What is meant by “perceptible information” in UD?
The product or service communicatesnecessary info effectively, regardless of ambient conditions or the user’s sensory abilities.
What is meant by “tolerance for error” in UD?
The product or service minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of accidental or unintended actions.
What is meant by “low physical effort” in UD?
The product or service is used efficiently and comfortably and with a minimum of fatigue.
What is meant by “size and approach for use” in UD?
The product or service ensures appropriate size and space are provided for approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of the user’s body size, posture, or mobility.
To acheive equitable use in UD:
- Same ______ of use for all, equivalent if not identical
- Does not ______ or _______ users
- Maintains ______, ______, _______, and consistent availability for all
- Is ________ to everyone
means
segragate, stigmatize
privacy, security, safety
appealing
The two examples below represent what UD principle?
- Automated doors provide the same entry to people of all abilities.
- Providing closed captions on videos.
Equitable use
To achieve flexibility in use in UD:
- Gives users a ________ in method or approach
- Make designs am________
- Facilitates ________ and precision in use
- _______ to user’s pace
choice
ambidextrous
accuracy
adapts
The two examples below represent what UD principle?
- A moving walkway in an airport can be used for walking or standing.
- A form that allows a generous time to complete.
Flexibility in Use
To achieve flexibility in use in UD:
- Eliminates unnecessary _________
- Consistent with user _________ and _________
- Accounts for a wide range of _________ levels and _________ skills
- Information is prioritized by _________
complexity
expectation, intuition
literacy, language
importance
The two examples below represent what UD principle?
- The different parts of a web page are easy to locate and identify.
- Navigation elements are consistent throughout a website.
Simple and Intuitive Use
The two examples below represent what UD principle?
- Redundant cueing in airports like voice communication and signage.
- Images provide contextually relevant alternative text.
Perceptible Information
To achieve perceptible information in UD:
- Use different _________ (pictorial, verbal, tactile) for _________ presentation of essential information.
- Provide adequate _________ between _________ information.
- Differentiate elements in ways that can be _________.
- Provide _________ with a variety of techniques or devices used by people with _________ limitations.
modes, redundant
contrast, essential
described
compatibility, sensory
To achieve tolerance for error in UD:
- Arrange elements to _________ hazards and errors.
- Provide _________ of hazards and errors.
- Provide _________ features.
- Discourage _________ action in tasks that require _________.
minimize
warnings
fail-safe
unconscious, vigilance
The two examples below represent what UD principle?
- Power tools that prevent injuries.
- Using date pickers to ensure proper date format is used.
Tolerance for Error
To achieve low physical effort in UD:
- Allow the user to maintain a _________ body position.
- Use reasonable _________ _________.
- Minimize _________ actions.
neutral
operating, forces
repetitive
The two examples below represent what UD principle?
- Lever or loop handles on doors and faucets.
- Voice activation.
Low Physical Effort
To achieve optimized size and approach for use in UD:
- Provide a clear _________ to important elements for any seated or standing user.
- Make reach to all components _________ for any seated or standing user.
- Accommodate variations in _________ and _________ size.
- Provide adequate space for the use of _________ devices or _________ assistance
line of sight
comfortable
hand, grip
assistive, personal
The two examples below represent what UD principle?
- ATMs at a reachable height for people who use wheelchairs.
- A website visually highlights the most important information.
Size and Approach for Use
