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4. Definitions



               1.  Accessible path of travel

               Allows a continuous and barrier free movement, with the combination of built elements
               that guarantee anyone can enter, move, use, exit, orient themselves and communicate
               autonomously and comfortably both in the public space, and around and inside the
               buildings.


               2.  Accessibility

               Accessibility include eases of independent approach, entry, evacuation, and/or use of a
               building and its services and facilities, by all of the building’s potential users, regardless
               of disability, age or gender with an assurance of individual health, safety and welfare
               during the course of those activities.

               3.  Built Environment


               External and internal environments and any element, component or fitting that is
               commissioned, designed, constructed and managed for use by people.


               4.  Clear headroom

               Free unobstructed vertical space to allow proper and safe passage.

               5.  Clear width


               Free unobstructed space for access through a doorway, passage, stair, ramp, walkway,
               etc.

               6.  Colour Blindness


               The most common form of colour blindness is red/green deficiencies in which shades of
               grey are generally detected in place of red and green. This should be considered when
               using colour coding or coloured text.

               7.  Curb Ramp


               Construction in the form of an inclined plane that makes it possible to pass from street
               level to a higher accessible pedestrian path.








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