Publications and other resources
DPTAC Publications
Acts of Parliament and Statutory Instruments
Access for all
Air travel
Buildings
Buses
Ferries
Motoring
Taxis
Trains
Travel information
Walking
This page contains a number of references to DPTAC publications and
other useful resources. Each reference aims to include the title, when
published and brief description plus how to obtain copies. The links
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DPTAC Publications
Publications available from DPTAC are free of charge, and may be available
in alternative formats. All DPTAC documents can be obtained by e-mail
from the DPTAC Secretariat.
Who We Are and What We Do (Adobe Acrobat - 39kb)
View the DPTAC Annual Report for 2000, 1999,
1998, 1997.
Acts of Parliament and Statutory
Instruments
Transport (Scotland) Act 2001
Freedom of Information Act 2000
Transport Act 2000
The Public Service Vehicles Accessibility Regulations 2000
The Rail Vehicle Accessibility (Amendment) Regulations 2000
Greater London Authority Act 1999
The Rail Vehicle Accessibility Regulations 1998
The Rail Vehicle (Exemption Applications) Regulations 1998
Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (c50)
Railways Act 1993 (c. 43)
Transport Act 1985
All available from The Stationery Office, telephone orders: 0870 6
005 522. More recent Acts and Statutory Instruments are available at
http://www.legislation.hmso.gov.uk
Access for all
Briefing for Multi Modal Study teams
Published 2001
DPTAC Advice to Multi-modal team on what to include for disabled
people
ECMT Charter on Access to Transport Services and Infrastructure
Published 1999
Charter adopted by the European Conference of Ministers of Transport
to ensure accessibility for disabled people is built into new transport
infrastructure.
All the above are available from DPTAC. Other related resources on
access for all are listed below:
Accessible Public Transport Infrastructure Guidelines for the
Design of Interchanges, Terminals and Stops.
To be published 2001 as 'Inclusive Mobility'
Available from DTLR miu@dtlr.gsi.gov.uk
A new deal for transport: Better for everyone
Published 1998
The Government's Transport White Paper setting out the direction of
national transport policy.
Available from the Stationery Office and http://www.dtlr.gov.uk/itwp/paper/index.htm
DRC Code of Practice on Rights of Access to Goods, Facilities,
Services and Premises
Published 1999 (to be updated in 2001)
Available from the Stationery Office
Design and Operation of Accessible Public Transport
Published 1996
Available from JMU Access Partnership http://www.jmuaccess.org.uk/publications.asp
Disability Discrimination Act information
Free information available from the Disability Rights Commission available
at:
http://www.drc-gb.org
From Exclusion to Inclusion
Published 1999
The final report of the Disability Rights Task Force, which made
recommendations to the Government on securing full and enforceable civil
rights for disabled people
Available at: http://www.disability.gov.uk
Guidance on Full Local Transport Plans
Published 2000
Available from DTLR Free Literature 0870 1226 236 and
http://www.local-transport.dtlr.gov.uk/fulltp/index.htm
A Good Practice Guide for the Development of Local Transport
Plans
Published 2000
Available from DTLR Free Literature 0870 1226 236 and
http://www.local-transport.dtlr.gov.uk/ltp/index.htm
Older People: their Transport Needs and Requirements
Published 2001
Available from DTLR Free Literature 0870 1226 236 and
http://www.mobility-unit.dtlr.gov.uk/older/needs/index.htm
Sign Design Guide: a guide to inclusive signage
Published 2000
Available from RNIB Customer Services 0845 702 3153
Social Exclusion and the provision and availability of Public
Transport 2000
Published 2000
Available from DTLR Free Literature 0870 1226 236
Transport 2010: The 10 Year Plan (paragraphs 6.5-6.6)
Published 2000
Available from the Stationery Office and http://www.dtlr.gov.uk/trans2010/index.htm
Air travel
Access to Air Travel
Published 1988.
DPTAC newsletter about the Aviation working group
Advice for Disabled Flyers (coming soon)
To be published 2001
A companion guide for disabled people to the DTLR Code of Practice:
Access to Air Travel for Disabled People.
CAA Guidance on Seating Restrictions
Published 2001
Information from the Civil Aviation Authority explaining the reasons
for safety restrictions on aircraft.
Top 10 Tips for Airport Staff (coming soon)
To be published 2001
Practical card sized for airport staff on basic awareness tips for
assisting disabled people.
All the above are available from DPTAC. Other air travel related resources
are listed below:
Code of Practice on Access to Air Travel for Disabled People
To be published 2001
A voluntary code of practice aimed at the aviation industry to ensure
they meet the needs of disabled people as passengers.
Available from DTLR miu@dtlr.gsi.gov.uk
Buildings
Built environment related resources are listed below:
DTLR The Building Regulations (Amendment) Regulations 1998
(SI 1998 No2561)
Published 1998
Available from the Stationery Office
New approved Document on Part M of the Building Regulations
Part M: Access and Facilities for Disabled People 1999 Edition
(ISBN 0117534692)
Published 1999
Available from the Stationery Office
The Arts Council of England National Lottery Funding Capital
Programme: Access Guidelines and Checklist
Published 1998
Available from the Arts council lottery.com@artscouncil.org.uk
Buses
Accessibility Specification for Small Buses Designed to Carry 9 to 22 Passengers (Inclusive) (December 2001)
Recommended Specifications for Low-Floor Buses - now superseded by the Public Service Vehicle Accessibility Regulations 2000.
Re-statement of Recommended Specifications for Buses used to
Operate Local Services - now superseded by the Public Service Vehicle Accessibility Regulations 2000.
Take Care of Your Customers - Advice to Bus and Coach Operators
Published 1996.
A leaflet on customer care.
All the above are available from DPTAC. Other bus and coach related
resources are listed below:
COST 332 Low-Floor Buses
Published 1996
This report draws together information on European operational experience
of low floor buses (LFB), including research data and carefully monitored
trials and to provide manufacturers, operators and local authorities
with an informed assessment of the technological and economic aspect
of low floor buses.
Available at: http://www.cordis.lu/cost-transport/home.html
From Workhorse to Thoroughbred: A better role for Bus Travel
Published 1999
Daughter document of the Transport White Paper setting out proposals
for bus policy.
Available from DTLR Free Literature 0870 1226 236 and
http://www.dtlr..gov.uk/itwp/brbus/index.htm
It's a bloody nuisance
Video for bus operators staff on meeting the needs of disabled people.
Available from Transfed on 01923 896607
Ferries
The Design of Large Passenger Ships and Passenger Infrastructure:
Meeting the Needs of Disabled Passengers
Published 2000.
Document for ferry and terminal operators addressing needs of disabled
passengers.
All the above are available from DPTAC. Other ferry and port related
resources are listed below:
The Merchant Shipping
(Passenger Ship Construction: Ships of Classes I II II(a) Regulations
1998 (SI 1998 No.2514)
Available from the Stationery Office
STCW 95 (International Convention on Standards of Training Certification
and Watchkeeping for Seafarers)
SOLAS (Full Edition)
Available from IMO Publication Section on 0207 735 7611
IMO Document
Motoring
Code of Practice on Facilities for Disabled Motorists at Filling
Stations
Published 1998.
Leaflet guide for operators of filling stations
Register of Driving Instructors for Disabled People
Information concerning driving instructors with disability experience. Available from Queen Elizabeth's Foundation Mobility Centre 020 8770 1151.
Restrictions on Personal Vehicular Transport
Published 1988.
Report on the government's proposals to encourage greater use of
public transport, including walking and cycling and reducing reliance
on the private car whilst still meeting the needs of disabled people
Review of the Orange Badge Scheme
Published 1999.
Report reviewing the scheme and giving recommendations for further
review
All the above are available from DPTAC. Other motoring related resources
are listed below
The Blue Badge Scheme: Advisory Leaflet
Provides information on the Blue Badge scheme and eligibility criteria.
Available at http://www.mobility-unit.dtlr.gov.uk/bluebadge/advice/index.htm
Parking for Disabled People, Traffic Advisory Leaflet 05/95
Published 1995
Available at: http://www.roads.dtlr.gov.uk/roadnetwork/ditm/tal/parking/05_95/index.htm
Reciprocal Parking Arrangements for Disabled and Blind People
in Europe
Provides information on how the Blue Badge scheme works across Europe
Available at http://www.local-transport.dtlr.gov.uk/ult/recip/reciproc.htm
Routes Access & Map Planning (RAMP)
Provides routes in the UK and Europe showing locations of accessible
facilities like toilets.
Available from RAMP on 01743 761181
Taxis
Advice for Taxi Drivers - Meeting the Needs of Disabled Passengers
Published 1995.
Leaflet for taxi drivers containing a good practice guide in providing
taxi services for elderly and disabled passengers
Available from DPTAC
Guidance on Training for Taxi and Private Hire Drivers in Disability
Issues. (to be added to the website)
Published 1997.
Booklet for licensing authorities to assist them to introduce training
for taxi and private hire services to respond to the travel needs of
disabled passengers
Available from DPTAC
Guidelines for the Establishment of Taxicard Schemes
Published 1996.
Advice booklet on setting up a taxicard scheme
Available from DPTAC
All the above are available from DPTAC. Other taxi and minicabs (private
hire vehicles) related resources are listed below:
Travelling with Assistance Dogs in Taxis: Advice for Disabled
People also version for taxi drivers
Available from DTLR Free Literature 0870 1226 236
http://www.mobility-unit.dtlr.gov.uk/travdogs/index.htm
Trains
Advice to Short-listed Bidders for Rail Franchises
Letter sent to all short listed bidders giving advice on what to
include in the rail re-franchise process.
The above are available from DPTAC. Other rail related resources are
listed below:
Cost 335 Passengers' Accessibility of Heavy Rail Systems
Published 1999
The purpose of this report is to provide guidance on best practice
in meeting the needs of rail travellers with reduced mobility. The report
deals with the technical and economic issues involved in achieving access
to rolling stock and to stations and with issues of information.
Available at: http://www.cordis.lu/cost-transport/home.html
Guidance to Rail Vehicle Accessibility Regulations 1998
To be published 2001
Available from DTLR mu@dtlr.gsi.gov.uk
Meeting the needs of disabled passengers
Published 1994 (new edition forthcoming - see below)
Available from Strategic Rail Authority Fax: 020 7654 6010
Train and Station Services for Disabled Passengers: a Code
of Practice
To be published in 2001
Available from Strategic Rail Authority Fax: 020 7654 6010
Guidance on Disabled Persons Protection Policies
To be published in 2001
Available from Strategic Rail Authority Fax: 020 7654 6010
Travel information
Legibility of Timetables, Books and Leaflets
Published 1996.
Booklet setting out a code of good practice for legibility in transport
timetables, books and leaflets. The Association of transport Co-ordinating
Officers (ATCO) is currently producing new guidance in consultation
with DPTAC
All the above are available from DPTAC. Other travel information related
resources are listed below:
Walking
Walking and pedestrian environment related resources are listed below:
Encouraging Walking: Advice to local authorities
Published 2000
Available from DTLR Charging and Local Transport Division 3
e-mail: cycle_walk@dtlr.gov.uk
and
http://www.local-transport.dtlr.gov.uk/walking/index.htm
How to Choose a Powered Vehicle
Available from Queen Elizabeth's Foundation Mobility Centre
Tel: 020 8770 1151 and http://www.qefd.org
Inclusive Mobility
To be published 2001
Available from DTLR, e-mail: miu@dtlr.gsi.gov.uk
Guidance on the use of Tactile Paving Surfaces
Published 1998
Available from DTLR Free Literature 0870 1226 236 and
http://www.mobility-unit.dtlr.gov.uk/tactile/index.htm
Older People: their Transport Needs and Requirements
Published 2001
Available from DTLR Free Literature 0870 1226 236 and
http://www.mobility-unit.dtlr.gov.uk/older/needs/index.htm
LTN2/95 The Design of Pedestrian Crossings
Published 2001
Available from the Stationery Office
Personal Security Issues in the Pedestrian Journeys
Published 1999
Available from DTLR Free Literature and on website:
http://www.mobility-unit.dtlr.gov.uk/psi/index.htm
Reducing Mobility Handicaps - Towards a barrier free environment
(to be replaced by the Inclusive Mobility)
Photocopies available from The Institution of Highways and Transportation
Tel: 020 7387 2525 - Web: http://www.iht.org.uk
Sense and Accessibility: How to improve access on the countryside
paths, routes and trails for people with mobility impairments.
Published 1999
Available from Countryside Agency Publications Tel: 0870 12064666
Traffic Advisory Leaflet 4/91: Audible and Tactile Signals
at Pelican Crossings
Published 1991
Available from DTLR Charging and Local Transport Division, 76 Marsham
Street, London, SW1P 4DR
Traffic Advisory Leaflet 5/91: Audible and Tactile Signals
at Signal Controlled Junctions
Published 1991
Available from DTLR Charging and Local Transport Division, 76 Marsham
Street, London, SW1P 4DR
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