FUNCTIONAL INTERIORS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS 4(2+2)

Lesson 23 : Housing for the Visually Impaired

Elimination of Hazards

• Replace worn carpeting and floor covering.
• Tape down or remove area rug.
• Remove electrical cords from pathways, or tape down for safety.
• Do not wax floors; use nonskid, non-glare products to clean and polish floors.
• Keep desk chairs and table chairs pushed in.
• Move large pieces of furniture out of the main traffic areas.
• If telephone booths protrude into main traffic areas, have them moved.