The Access Association which promotes inclusive and accessible environments has appointed Ian Streets, Director of About Access Ltd as their representative on the British Standard BS8300 – Design of buildings and their approach to meet the needs of disabled people – code of practice.
The Association a national organisation for access professionals in local authorities and private practice. Its members receive networking facilities through regional meetings a CPD program and information packs with an annual half day seminar at the Association’s AGM.
About Access Ltd provides advice to clients on making premises and services accessible to disabled people. About Access Ltd works with organizations of all sizes around the country, and on all property types from listed properties to those that have yet to be built. Managing Director, Ian Streets who is also on the National Register of Access Consultants, said “This is an honour to represent the Association, it is a respected body in the access field and is often the first port of call when looking for support, not only that but BS8300 is a key document when looking to improve access to the built environment.”
The Access Association can be found at www.accessassociation.co.uk and About Access Ltd at http://dummy.local or 01482 651101