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hand hygiene message on the front, our pupils have much better motivation to wash their hands properly. The look and feel helps to encourage the children to be more proactive about hand- washing, as they want to use the dryer for fun. This, combined with practical advice in the classroom, is really helping to get
the hand hygiene message across.”
Continuing To Set Inclusivity Standards
Two new additions to our
range, the Quest and Quazar have also been
submitted to the UK Noise Abatement Society for Quiet Mark assessment and both have been
awarded this international
mark of excellence, further demonstrating our commitment to the development of quiet hand dryers.
Now we are using this quieter dryer, with a bright and colourful hand hygiene message on the front, our pupils have much better motivation to wash their hands properly.
colleges, as part of lessons or through communications materials such as posters. An added bonus of the Quad is that it has a fl at surface, which has enabled a colourful, adhesive vinyl to be added to its front, depicting a fun character encouraging pupils to practise good hand hygiene. Its fl at surface also means that the dryer does not protrude far from the wall, creating a safer environment for lively children or the visually impaired or disabled.
Rebecca King, School Business Manager at Chesterton Primary, said: “Now we are using this quieter dryer, with a bright and colourful
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Designed to comply with the standards set out by both the Quiet Mark and the American Disability Act, the Airdri Quazar is an ultra-slim dryer, protruding only four inches from the wall, whilst being extremely energy effi cient at only 1,000 watts. The stylish, wall-mounted hand dryer comes in a variety of cover fi nishes – black, white, chrome or brushed stainless steel. Its contemporary, stunning design will suit any modern washroom environment, whilst being perfect for facilities limited in space.
The Airdri Quest also champions Airdri’s commitment to noise level reduction whilst providing an energy effi cient, fast drying experience. This, combined with quick and easy servicing, makes it the perfect choice for high traffi c environments.
Design For Disability Products should be designed and manufactured with disability in mind.
The Disability Discrimination Act insists designers provide disabled access to the extent that it is reasonable to do so. Space, the right equipment and having a clean and safe environment are factors that need to be considered.
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Recognising And
Celebrating Diversity Social trends and pressures have pushed inclusive design to the fore and best practice is being formalised through regulation and standards such as the BS 7000 series which addresses design management systems. In an increasingly global marketplace understanding and catering for difference is crucial for business success.
To help organisations ensure they are addressing inclusivity when purchasing products, we’ve compiled the following check list:
1. Get direct feedback from your end users on how they use products in practice and the problems they may experience.
2. How noisy is the product? Look for machinery which has been awarded the Quiet Mark.
3. Does the size and shape of the product provide suitable access for users?
4. Consider the physical placement of the product to best suit end user needs?
5. Is the manufacturer able to provide a bespoke design, appropriate to your requirements?
By bearing these factors in mind when purchasing equipment, designing or refurbishing buildings, this should ensure users have access to products that meet their needs in an inclusive environment.
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