While universal design varies from one place to another, here are some elements to consider:
Road
- Smoothness of moving on/off the road: Does the road have a curb or entrance or exit point?
- Grade: What are the topographical features through which the road runs, and how does the road accommodate the steepness of the grade?
- Surface: What is the most acceptable surface for the road based on terrain, climate, and use? For instance, if the grade is steep, a rougher surface might be better for some users.
- Separation of lanes: When separate street lanes with dividers are created for pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorized vehicles, separate lanes for each mode are safer to use. This benefits everyone, but especially assists pedestrians with disabilities, or elders, and children.
Bus Stops and Terminals
- Signs: Bright and vandal-proof illumination, contrasting color schemes; large print letters; Station names easily visible from inside the buses; Clear and simple signs to easily identify different bus services.
- Tactile strips: on platform edge for the visually impaired.
- Bench: Include at least one on each platform.
- Access to bus stops or terminals: Raised crosswalks to reach bus stops; Avoid steps wherever possible; Where stairs are unavoidable, provide at least one ramp access; Wheelchair lifts only in exceptional situations; At least one turnstile per entrance must permit entry of wheelchairs, strollers, and bicycles.
- Gap between station/platform edge and bus/train floor: Escalated platforms, ramps.
- Audible announcement of opening and closing the doors.
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