Travelling by Bus
To ensure buses are comfortable and safe for people with disabilities, interior design plays a crucial role. A non-slip floor is essential to prevent accidents, particularly for individuals with mobility challenges. In addition, clearly marked, contrasting handrails allow visually impaired passengers to easily locate and use them. Bus interiors should also provide designated seating for people with mobility issues and an area to accommodate wheelchairs, ensuring comfort and accessibility for all.
- Design buses with non-slip floors and contrasting handrails for easy visibility.
- Reserve at least four seats near the access door for people with reduced mobility.
- Ensure a designated wheelchair space with flat, unobstructed space (1300mm x 750mm) and necessary back support, handrails, and a stop request button.
Sources
- https://accessible-eu-centre.ec.europa.eu/content-corner/digital-library/en-172102021-accessibility-and-usability-built-environment-functional-requirements_en
- https://www.iso.org/standard/71860.html
- https://www.t-l.ch/collectivites/guide-des-amenagements-pour-les-transports-publics-routiers-tl/
- https://www.leitfadenbarrierefreiesbauen.de/fileadmin/downloads/archiv/barrierefreies_bauen_leitfaden_en_bf_version2.pdf
- https://www.vitoria-gasteiz.org/http/wb021/contenidosEstaticos/especial/cea/20190917/Avance_PMSEP_2020_2030.pdf
- https://www.punt6.org/es/books/espacios-para-la-vida-cotidiana/
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