Where an arrow is used in the tactile sign, a small arrow shall be provided for Braille readers.
On signs with multiple lines of text and characters, a semi-circular Braille locator on the left margin shall be horizontally aligned with the first line of Braille text.
Braille should be raised, domed and comfortable to touch. It should be located 8 mm below the bottom line of the text and be left justified.
Common alternative formats may be used to assist people with visual impairments who are best able to interpret information through hearing or touch. Embossed letters, raised pictograms and raised arrows are tactile features that may be incorporated into signs, which may be particularly helpful to persons with visual impairments.
B-24.2.13 Tactile Symbols
Tactile symbols applied on handrails, doors, maps or floor plans shall have a raised relief contour similar to tactile letters.
B-24.2.14 Tactile Maps and Floor Plans
Only essential information should be included on a tactile map or floor plan.
Tactile maps shall be angled between and from the horizontal for ease of reading, and the bottom edge shall be at a minimum height of 900 mm. The map should have a level of illumination between 350 lux and 450 lux, without glare.
The key should be located at the bottom of the map and left justified. The use of a recessed Braille locator on the left hand side should assist in locating the legend.
The map shall be orientated with the building.
B-24.2.15 Information Displays
If video and media information displays are used, they should be placed at a height according to B-24.2.4 and their lettering, etc, should be in conformity with the recommendations above.
Glare from artificial and natural lighting on the screen shall be avoided by,
a) positioning the display or the screen out of direct light; or
b) shading the display or the screen.
A complementary audible information system should be provided.