Vogelsang IP

All areas relevant to the audit meet the quality criteria for the“Accessibility Tested—Accessible for People with Mobility Impairments and WheelchairUsers” designation.

We have compiled some information on accessibility below. Detailed information can be found in the inspection report at the end of this text.

• There are four designated parking spaces available for people with disabilities.
• The Vogelsang IP Forum bus stop is approximately 200 meters away.
• All rooms accessible to guests are at ground level or accessible via elevators.
• All doors and passageways accessible to guests are at least 90 cm wide.
• The ticket counter is 85 cm high at its lowest point, and the information desk is 78 cm high. Alternative communication options are available while seated.
• The exhibits and the information about them are primarily visible while standing or sitting.
• There are two public restrooms for people with disabilities, both of which are accessible from either side (at least 88 cm). The grab bars in the restrooms can be folded up.
• Guided tours are offered for people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users. Advance registration is required.
• Assistive devices available: Wheelchair
• Guided tours are offered for people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users. No advance registration is required for the tour.

All areas relevant to the assessment meet the quality criteria for the“Accessibility Tested—Partially Accessible for People with Hearing Impairments and Deaf People”designation.

We have compiled some information on accessibility below. Detailed information can be found in the audit report at the end of this text.

• An inductive loop system is available.
• When an audible alarm sounds, there is no visually perceptible flashing or blinking signal.
• In the elevator in the foyer, an outgoing emergency call is visually confirmed; however, this is not the case in the other two elevators. Stairs are available as an alternative.
• Information about the exhibits is provided in written form or through photorealistic displays, but not in sign language.
• Guided tours are offered for people with hearing impairments. No advance registration is required for the tour.
• A sign language interpreter is not available.

All areas relevant to the audit meet the quality criteria for the“Accessibility Tested—Accessible for People with Visual Impairments and Blind People”designation.

We have compiled some information on accessibility below. Detailed information can be found in the inspection report at the end of this text.

• Assistance dogs are permitted.
• Outdoor paths have visually high-contrast or tactile sidewalk boundaries.
• The entrance is designed with high visual contrast and is identifiable by a tactile change in flooring.
• The building signage is designed with clearly legible, high-contrast lettering.
• There are glass doors in the entrance area. These open automatically and are marked with safety symbols.
• A wayfinding system with floor indicators is in place (both outdoors and indoors).
• Orientation information is tactile (e.g., raised or prismatic lettering).
• All elevated areas accessible to visitors are well lit—that is, brightly and without glare.
• The exhibits are generally well-lit. Information about the exhibits is presented with high visual contrast and is also conveyed tactilely (Braille, prismatic braille).
• In the elevators, an emergency call is confirmed by an audible signal. The floor being served is announced by voice.
• On stairs, the steps have visually contrasting edges. Handrails are provided.
• An audio guide is available that can be operated independently by people who are visually impaired or blind.
• Guided tours are offered for people with visual impairments and blind people. During the tours, exhibits are incorporated that can be explored by touch. No advance registration is required for the tour.
• Tour guides are trained to ensure that guests with visual impairments and blind guests can participate in every tour and that their needs are addressed.

All areas relevant to theassessment meet the quality criteria for the“Accessibility Tested—Accessible for People with Cognitive Impairments”designation.

We have compiled some information on accessibility below. Detailed information can be found in the audit report at the end of this text.

• The name and logo of the NS Documentation Center are clearly visible from the outside.
• The destination of the route is usually within sight, or route markers are placed at a distance that ensures they are always visible.
• Information is provided in easy-to-understand language.
• No guided tours are offered for visitors with cognitive impairments.

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