Why have a Premises Access Audit?

There are various reasons why it is important to have a Premises Access Audit done for your business.

• To ensure that services provided to customers with disabilities meet the standards set by the Equality Act 2010, BS8300, and the Building Regulations.
• It is a proactive step in complying by responding with action to accessibility barriers and developing solutions to prevent discriminatory practices and potential lawsuits.
• It can help optimise the management and organisation of a building’s services to achieve maximum accessibility.
• It informs the development of an Access Action Plan, facilitating the incorporation of reasonable adjustments into future refurbishments, maintenance, and budget planning.
• It can aid in securing consent for building alterations, extensions, and new constructions that comply with Part M of the Building Regulations.

Having all the potential issues identified

in order to advise on reasonable adjustments to action, before there is an issue, substantially reduces the accessibility barrier potential visitors/clients might experience and will reduce the adverse impact risk to your business from:

• Potential unforeseen problems of accessing your premises safely by those with mobility or other disability issues.
• Preventing problems with negative feedback posted on social media by those trying to access services and facilities.
• Preventing enforcement action from statutory authorities.