Transport

Helping you with transport environment and vehicle design

Knowing how best to meet legislative requirements, whilst meeting customer needs and meeting your budget is never an easy task. Talk to us to find out how our expertise and services support you on a range of projects.

Whether you need help with planning a large-scale development, or want advice on a detailed design feature, we're here to help you.

What we do

The type of work we undertake in relation to transport environment and vehicle design is varied and flexible but includes:

  • access audits of existing transport environments and vehicles to identify barriers to access and recommend solutions for improvement
  • design appraisals of new transport environments and vehicles to identify potential barriers to access, offer solutions and advise design teams
  • staff training and CPD packages
  • practical information and advice on the latest legislation and guidance in relation to transport environments and vehicles
  • visual contrast assessments of finishes such as floor and wall finishes
  • research and development partnerships
  • expert advice on signage and wayfinding.
  • The design and production of RNIB Map for All in both large static displays or as hand-held tactile maps
  • passenger information assessments including print, websites, maps, timetables and real-time information
  • We can also produce your print, large print, braille and audio information
  • RNIB React electronic wayfinding system for blind and partially sighted people in pedestrian and transport environments
  • Mystery shopping exercises to help assess the quality of staff training and service provision
  • Publications relating to inclusive design.

How else can we help?

RNIB offers a range of services to support organisations striving to embrace diversity and improve their business. These services include training and consultancy for designing and creating accessible buildings, websites, accessible information, products and more.

Please explore the information in the professionals section, or call us to find out more 01733 37 53 70.

Contact us

RNIB Access Consultancy Services
PO Box 173
Peterborough
PE2 6WS
Phone: 01733 37 53 70

Last updated: 13 October 2011

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