Accessible Design for ABM and Self Service Interactive Devices

Designation Number:
B651.2
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Domestic
Standard Development Activity:
New Edition
ICS code(s):
11.180
91.140.01
Status:
Proceeding to development
SDO Comment Period Start Date:
SDO Comment Period End Date:
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Scope:

1.1 Purpose

The purpose of this Standard is to specify minimum accessibility and usability requirements for self-service interactive devices intended for public use.

Notes:

(1) While the purpose of this Standard is to make a product as accessible and usable as practicable for people with disabilities or functional limitations, it is possible that some people will have needs greater than the needs addressed by this Standard. See Annex A for information on the characteristics of people with disabilities.

(2) The language requirements stated in this Standard refer to English and French, i.e., the official languages of Canada.

Project need:

To update the Standard to reflect new technologies/stakeholder input.

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