Equal Access Disability Access Consultants

06/10/2025

AccessLatch MKII & MagnaLatch
AccessLatch MKII with Anodised Aluminium Mount

AccessLatch MKII is a simple to install, no power/battery solution that enables Child Safety Gate Locks to be opened with the use of an MLAK key by people in wheelchairs or those of short stature. They work with the Magnalatch range of products, providing an alternate key-operated base unit that allows the gate to be opened from a lower height whilst remaining child-safe and compliant with self-latching requirements.

AccessLatch can be installed on gates at Preschools, Childcare Centres Community Centres, Maternal Child Health Centres, Swimming Pools and Playgrounds

AccessLatch is operated with the use of a MLAK Key
https://accessandsafety.com.au/product-category/accesslatch-magnalatch-accessible-child-safe-gate-lock/

06/10/2025

Available Again
AccessLatch MKII for MagnaLatch wheelchair accessible child safety gates lock.
AccessLatch MKII is a simple to install, no power/battery solution that enables Child Safety Gate Locks to be opened with the use of an MLAK key by people in wheelchairs or those of short stature. They work with the Magnalatch range of products, providing an alternate key-operated base unit that allows the gate to be opened from a lower height whilst remaining child-safe and compliant with self-latching requirements.
AccessLatch can be installed on gates at Preschools, Childcare Centres Community Centres, Maternal Child Health Centres, Swimming Pools and Playgrounds
More Details https://accessandsafety.com.au/product-category/accesslatch-magnalatch-accessible-child-safe-gate-lock/

26/09/2025

Access 2025 Sold Out—But You Can Still Join Virtually!

Due to unprecedented demand, the in-person Access 2025 Conference: Universal Design – Inclusive Futures has officially sold out, but we’re thrilled to announce that virtual attendance is now available! Hosted by the Access Consultants Association (ACA), this landmark event will be streamed live, giving remote delegates full access to keynote presentations, interactive panels, and sector-leading insights from wherever they are. Whether you're tuning in from home, work, or campus, you’ll still be part of the conversation shaping the future of inclusive design.

Virtual tickets are now on sale, including a dedicated student ticket to ensure emerging voices and future leaders can participate. This is your chance to join professionals, practitioners, policymakers and advocates from across the access and inclusion landscape, and gain CPD points while engaging with cutting-edge thinking on Universal Design. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a sold-out event that’s driving real change, virtually and inclusively.

Conference Website: https://access.asn.au/conference/

30/04/2025

Well it is always hard to say goodbye, especially after 9 years.

Mark Krause, you will be sorely missed, but enjoy your retirement and your travels with Deb.
Thank you for your time at EAG - your knowledge, commitment to quality and your mentorship to new team members has always been immensely appreciated.
Time now to enjoy yourself and spend time with your beautiful family and grandkids.
Bruce, Karina and the team from Equal Access Group.

18/02/2025

A recent update to The Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards 2010 (DAPS) came into effect on November 23, 2024. Among the changes was the inclusion of a reference to the 2021 edition of ‘AS 1428.1 Design for Access and Mobility, Part 1: General Requirements for People with Disabilities‘ replacing the 2009 edition. What do these changes mean for practitioners, and how do they interact with the National Construction Code?

Chris Flynn from our office does a deep dive into what is new.

https://www.disabilityaccessconsultants.com.au/premises-standard-update-and-changes-in-as-1428-1-2021/

DAPS updated on Nov 23, 2024, now references ‘AS 1428.1:2021’ for accessibility, replacing the 2009 edition. Practitioners must align designs with the new standards and the National Construction Code.

21/01/2025

Free Disabled Carpark Revit and IFC Files

https://www.disabilityaccessconsultants.com.au/designer-info/disabled-carpark-revit-and-ifc-files/

Accessible/ Disabled Carpark Revit and IFC Files NOTE: If files do not download correctly, right-click on them and select “Save Link As” Right Hand Disabled Car Parking Download Revit File Right Hand Disabled Car Park Download IFC File Right Hand Disabled Car Park LEFT Hand Disabled Car Parking ...

07/10/2024

We are proud to announce Equal Access has just certified their 100th Changing Places accessible adult change facility in Australia at the Mildura Sporting Precinct for Mildura Rural City Council

19/06/2024

Love These emails.

Hi Bruce,

I personally would like to thank you for the marvellous training that you gave us all yesterday.

No doubt that it was a benefit to all that attended and the information that you provide was extremely useful to all. As Council have many

Buildings servicing the public I am sure that your training will go a long way with staff dealing with any future works or upgrades to these facilities.

As I have used your services for quite a number of years now, I was surprised and delighted that I to also pick up a number of useful bits of information.

Once again, Many Thanks for all your time and efforts regarding your Workshop training.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to call me.

Kind Regards

GT
Project Manager - Building and Open Space

02/05/2024

Why ‘Wave to Open’ and ‘Wave to Lock’ Discriminate against People with Disability

This type of door control, in my opinion, discriminates against people with vision impairment and also people who are Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD), especially those for whom English is not their first language. Will they be able to comprehend what is required?

More Here https://www.disabilityaccessconsultants.com.au/why-wave-to-open-and-wave-to-lock-discriminate-against-people-with-disability/
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01/04/2024

Training in the use of Stairway Evacuation Devices, including Evacuation Chairs, Stairclimbers, Evacuation Sleds, Evacu-B is an essential component of emergency preparedness for all building and business owners. Investing in this training will ensure that your organisation is compliant with safety regulations and equipped to protect occupants in an emergency.

More Information https://evaculife.com.au/training/

Training in the use of Stairway Evacuation Devices, including Evacuation Chairs, Stairclimbers, Evacuation Sleds, Evacu-B is essential

21/03/2024

♿ Trapped in a Hotel Room over Christmas ♿

Amber Furlong checked into her accessible hotel room in Noosa on 24 December 2023 as part of a family holiday. Her room was on the 3rd floor of her hotel wing, serviced by a single lift. On 26 December, Amber discovered whilst heading for a swim for therapy that the single lift servicing her floor had broken down following severe storms.
https://evaculife.com.au/blog/trapped-in-a-hotel-room-over-christmas/

If lift failure occurs, this can leave people vulnerable if they are trapped within a hotel room with no way of exiting due to lift failure.

01/03/2024

Cranbourne coppers at their best.
No excuse for this.
However, good to see our blue bollards being used.