Visually Impaired

Persons with Low Vision

  • Texts they are to read should be written in a larger font size.
  • Contrast colors should be used for the background and letters of signboards, labels, etc.
  • White letters on a black background are easiest to read for many persons with low vision.
  • Avoid writing in capital letters because they may have difficulty in seeing where the sentence ends. 
  • Lighting is important; radiant light should not be used.
  • Texts they are to read should not be written on glossy paper.
  • Walls should not be painted with glossy paint. 
  • Combinations of red and green shadows should be avoided.
  • Colors should be selected in harmony with lighting.
  • Different colors should be used on doors, different floors or materials in buildings.
  • Objects should not be placed on the paths of persons with low vision. 
  • Physical changes in schools or workplaces, furniture or equipment changes should be reported to the relevant people.
  • They may use prism and magnifying glasses.

Visually Impaired

  • Yellow tactile paving should be used on the ground for guidance.
  • Elevator floor numbers should be in Braille and audible directions are needed.
  • Floor maps of workplaces or schools should be in Braille.
  • If visually impaired individuals know how to read Braille, texts should be published in this alphabet.
  • A computer narrator and Braille display should be supplied.
  • They should be accompanied by a companion if needed for training or work.
  • A special tour for visually impaired persons who are new at the school or workplace should be organized to introduce the building.
     

Last Update Date: Tue, 07/16/2019 - 15:13