A new direction for inclusive design in Australia
Across Australia, the conversation around access in the built environment continues to evolve.
For decades, design has largely focused on minimum compliance, meeting the technical requirements of legislation including the National Construction Code, the Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards 2010, and referenced Australian Standards such as AS1428.1.
Disability in engineering and technology
This report presents the findings of a study IET have conducted to explore and understand the lived experiences of disabled engineers and technologists in the workplace, identify barriers and enablers to inclusion and career progression, and highlight actions for change.
Evacuation lift cores for all high-rises proposed for new government guidance
Draft fire safety guidance requiring evacuation lifts large enough for a wheelchair and accompanying person in all blocks of flats above 18m has gone out to consultation
The government is proposing amendments to Approved Document B (ADB) outlining how all high-rise buildings should have evacuation cores to allow disabled people to get out of a building without relying on firefighters.
Why neuro-inclusive design is becoming a core office asset
Evacuation Lift Guidance
BS EN 81-76:2025 Evacuation Lift Guidance
The National foreword of BS EN 81-76 was drafted by the BSI lifts hoists and escalators committee, MHE/4, since the committee recognised that further guidance on some important topics might be helpful with the introduction of a new standard for evacuation lifts. The National foreword also included a link to this page so that further guidance could be developed to assist with the use and application of the standard.
Government seeks views to modernise laws on powered mobility devices
Have your say on how laws around powered mobility devices could reflect modern technology and improve safety by 31 March 2026.
