People with Impaired Mobility
When meeting with people who use wheel chairs or have restricted mobility, bear the following in mind:
- Stand in front of them and try to place yourself at their eye level.
- Don't move about (so that they don't have to continually change position in order to see you).
- Talk directly to a wheelchair user, not to their companion.
- Don't lean on a wheelchair - you are invading the body space of the user.
When arranging to meet people with impaired mobility, you should also consider:
- Are there suitable parking facilities?
- Is there a ramp or step-free entrance?
- Is there a lift, if necessary?
- Are there suitable toilet facilities?
- Has reception been notified so that they can provide assistance if required?
If there are difficulties, contact the disabled person in advance and discuss alternatives.
This information is provided by the Personnel Department
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