Post-evacuation logistics It's important to ensure that safety doesn't end once the building is evacuated. Post-evacuation plans are essential, especially for those whose mobility devices may not be immediately accessible.
Educational institutions must adopt a proactive approach to accessibility and evacuation. This means not only reacting when issues arise but also anticipating potential challenges and addressing them before they impact students.
By doing so, schools and universities affirm their commitment to a truly inclusive educational environment where all students, regardless of physical ability, can thrive safely and with dignity.
For instance, wheelchair users should have access to devices that allow them to navigate stairs without leaving their wheelchairs.
When it comes to attending classes and lectures, call every student access the same classrooms as their peers? If stairs are a barrier, there are evacuation aids designed to ensure student can reach all areas just as those without mobility impairments.
In an ideal setting, all facilities would be on a single level, eliminating the need for lifts, stairs, or special evacuation equipment.
However, until such a world exists, evacuation chairs and stair climbers are crucial for bridging these access gaps.
Evaccess often recommends devices that are simple to operate by a single person. In scenarios requiring movement between different levels, powered units are advised to minimise physical strain and enable individuals of all sizes to assist others in moving up and down stairs effectively.
Consider the example of a Birmingham school, which is raising funds to construct a ground-floor classroom costing £80k to accommodate a pupil. A stair climber costing less than £5k could meet the pupil's needs immediately, allowing them to join their classmates without delay.
This situation underscores that sometimes, even a single step can create an insurmountable barrier.
Progressive educational institutions are increasingly investing in these devices to ensure that all students, regardless of mobility, can evacuate safely. An alarming incident involved a 12-year-old student who was instructed to wait for rescue by the fire service during a drill, potentially having to wait 40 minutes in a safe zone. This incident, while distressing, was not isolated.
Fortunately, the school has since acquired a TRE-52, a device that allows him to evacuate simultaneously with his classmates, ensuring his safety and inclusion.
Evaccess' evacuation devices Evaccess's lineup includes a variety of evacuation devices, such as stair climbers and evacuation chairs,
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each designed to meet specific safety needs during emergencies. Their stair climbers are portable, capable of transporting individuals in wheelchairs both up and down stairs with ease, and can be operated by a single helper.
These devices focus on stability and ease of use, facilitating evacuations from various building levels, including basements. Additionally, Evaccess offers well- engineered evacuation chairs equipped with braking systems and powered features for easy operation, making them ideal for multi-story buildings where elevators are unusable during emergencies.
Featured evacuation products
from Evaccess The LG2004 T-Lift: This state-of-the-art model provides a revolutionary solution for evacuating individuals in wheelchairs. Capable of transporting both a person and their wheelchair up and down stairs, the T-Lift eliminates the need for physical lifting.
The Gecko: Tailored for adaptability, the Gecko excels in navigating a variety of staircases, including straight, spiral, and flared configurations. Its anti-tilt technology eases the load on operators while ensuring safety and stability, supporting up to 180 kg.
The Super-Trac TRE-70: The TRE-70 is a versatile powered stair climber designed to enhance accessibility and safety in multi-level buildings. It allows for the smooth transportation of individuals in wheelchairs over stairs, without the need for transfer from their chairs
The Evaccess commitment The Evaccess team is dedicated to supporting you by offering guidance and answering any queries. By choosing Evaccess, facilities managers can meet and exceed modern standards for safety and accessibility, promoting a culture of inclusivity and preparedness in building management.
For advice and inforamtion visit the website below.
https://evaccess.uk
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