Lee Wilson, Access Consultant

24/04/2025

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05/02/2025

The National Construction Code, Building Code of Australia Volume One, requires lift landings to be provided with warning signs to prevent occupants from using a passenger lift during a fire. Each sign must be readily visible near every lift landing call button, as per Clause E3D4(3).
The proposed changes to Clause E3D4(3) in 2025 will require warning signs near lift call buttons with lettering contrasting colours with the background to ensure clear visibility. The lettering must be incised, inlaid, or embossed on a securely fixed plate made of metal, wood, plastic, or similar material or directly attached to the wall surface to ensure visibility.

The National Construction Code, Building Code of Australia Volume One, requires lift landings to be provided with warning signs to prevent occupants from using a passenger lift during a fire. Each sign must be readily visible near every lift landing call button, as per Clause E3D4(3). The proposed c...

04/02/2025

Inflammation of the eyes can manifest as uveitis. It has an impact on the uvea, the middle layer of tissue in the eye wall. Warning signs of uveitis frequently appear unexpectedly and worsen rapidly. These include blurred vision, discomfort, and redness in the eyes. The illness can affect people of all ages, including children, and can impair one or both eyes.

An autoimmune or inflammatory condition, an accident, or an infection may bring on uveitis. Frequently, it is impossible to pinpoint the cause. Serious uveitis can result in irreversible visual loss. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to avoid issues and protect your vision.

This fact sheet is part of our Ophthalmology and Optometry Information Guide series, developed to help people understand eye conditions and their impact on navigating the built environment.

Inflammation of the eyes can manifest as uveitis. It has an impact on the uvea, the middle layer of tissue in the eye wall. Warning signs of uveitis frequently appear unexpectedly and worsen rapidly. These include blurred vision, discomfort, and redness in the eyes. The illness can affect people of....

03/02/2025

A macular hole is a small tear or opening in the macula. The macula is the part of your retinas essential for sharp, detailed central vision. When a macular hole forms, it can blur or distort your central vision, making everyday tasks like reading, driving, or recognizing faces more challenging.

This fact sheet is part of our Ophthalmology and Optometry Information Guide series, developed to help people understand eye conditions and their impact on navigating the built environment.

A macular hole is a small tear or opening in the macula. The macula is the part of your retinas essential for sharp, detailed central vision. When a macular hole forms, it can blur or distort your central vision, making everyday tasks like reading, driving, or recognizing faces more challenging.

02/02/2025

A coloboma is a congenital (present from birth) condition in which a portion of the eye structure fails to develop properly, resulting in a gap or hole in one or more parts of the eye. This condition can affect various parts of the eye. Depending on the location and size of the coloboma, the severity and impact on vision can vary significantly.

This fact sheet is part of our Ophthalmology and Optometry Information Guide series, developed to help people understand eye conditions and their impact on navigating the built environment.

A coloboma is a congenital (present from birth) condition in which a portion of the eye structure fails to develop properly, resulting in a gap or hole in one or more parts of the eye. This condition can affect various parts of the eye. Depending on the location and size of the coloboma, the severit...

30/01/2025

Light sensitivity, or photophobia, is a medical condition that causes the eyes to hurt or show distress when exposed to strong illumination. Photophobia can be used as an indicator for diagnosing eye, brain, or systemic health problems. Light sensitivity has various causes, including medical conditions, surrounding elements, and working environments. Intense sunlight and artificial lighting lead to photophobia, a decline in performance by most workers, and generally poor health.
This fact sheet is part of our Ophthalmology and Optometry Information Guide series, developed to help people understand eye conditions and their impact on navigating the built environment.

Light sensitivity, or photophobia, is a medical condition that causes the eyes to hurt or show distress when exposed to strong illumination. Photophobia can be used as an indicator for diagnosing eye, brain, or systemic health problems.

29/01/2025

The obstruction of one or more branches of the central retinal vein is known as Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion (BRVO). The retina plays a crucial role in vision. The retina needs a constant supply of oxygen and nutrients provided by blood vessels. One major artery brings oxygen-rich blood to the retina, and one major vein carries deoxygenated blood away from the retina.
This fact sheet is part of our Ophthalmology and Optometry Information Guide series, developed to help people understand eye conditions and their impact on navigating the built environment.

The obstruction of one or more branches of the central retinal vein is known as Branch Retinal Vein Occlusion (BRVO). The retina plays a crucial role in vision. The retina needs a constant supply of oxygen and nutrients provided by blood vessels. One major artery brings oxygen-rich blood to the reti...

28/01/2025

Vitreomacular traction (VMT) occurs when the vitreous, a gel-like substance in the eye, remains partially attached to the macula during aging, causing pulling on the retina. Normally, the vitreous shrinks and detaches with age, but in some cases, it remains attached, leading to VMT. This condition can result in damage to the macula, which affects vision.
This fact sheet is part of our Ophthalmology and Optometry Information Guide series, developed to help people understand eye conditions and their impact on navigating the built environment.

Vitreomacular traction (VMT) occurs when the vitreous, a gel-like substance in the eye, remains partially attached to the macula during aging, causing pulling on the retina. Normally, the vitreous shrinks and detaches with age, but in some cases, it remains attached, leading to VMT. This condition c...

27/01/2025

Dry eye syndrome happens when your eyes don’t make enough tears or the tears evaporate too quickly, causing discomfort and irritation. Tears are essential for keeping your eyes moist, smooth, and clear. A healthy tear film has three layers: fatty oils, aqueous fluid, and mucus.
This fact sheet is part of our Ophthalmology and Optometry Information Guide series, developed to help people understand eye conditions and their impact on navigating the built environment.

Dry eye syndrome happens when your eyes don’t make enough tears or the tears evaporate too quickly, causing discomfort and irritation. Tears are essential for keeping your eyes moist, smooth, and clear. A healthy tear film has three layers: fatty oils, aqueous fluid, and mucus.

23/01/2025

Central Retinal Vein Occlusion and its Management: Ophthalmology & Optometry Information Guide. Central Retinal Vein Occlusion (CRVO) is a condition in which the main blood vessel of the retina, responsible for draining the deoxygenated blood out of the eye, gets blocked. The obstruction of this vein results in blood and fluid accumulation. Eventually, the blood and fluids in the retina impact the vision.

Central Retinal Vein Occlusion (CRVO) is a condition in which the main blood vessel of the retina, responsible for draining the deoxygenated blood out of the eye, gets blocked. The obstruction of this vein results in blood and fluid accumulation. Eventually, the blood and fluids in the retina impact...