Getting around can be difficult for people with visual impairments, especially when business owners fail to include Braille lettering on their signs. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) mandates that certain signs must be written in Braille so all patrons can be privy to essential information about a business. As a leading provider of custom labels and other sign products in Hawaii, Honolulu Sign Company Limited offers the following information to help you make sure your business is compliant.

Which Signs Require Braille?

Signage for permanent rooms and fixtures must be available in Braille, including all stairways and exit signs. Braille must also be used on the signs for restroom facilities, so they can be easily located. There are also regulations on how high Braille signs can be hung. According to the ADA, Braille signs must be hung between 48 and 60 inches off the ground so people of varying heights can read them. If a sign flanks a single door, it should be on the side where the latch is positioned. When a sign is hung adjacent to a double door, then the sign should be installed beside the right-handed door.

Which Optional Signs Should Include Braille?

Although not every custom label or sign must be in Braille according to ADA guidelines, you should still take extra steps to make sure visually impaired consumers are well cared for by your business. Many companies create custom labels featuring their logos for ease of application. While this tactic accommodates sighted individuals, those with vision problems may leave the establishment unaware of your business name. Adding a Braille version will make your business all-inclusive. Your building address is another piece of information that everyone should know. You can also include Braille on menus and temporary signs.

With more than 79 years serving business owners in Hawaii, Honolulu Sign Company Limited knows that ADA sign compliance can be a complex issue. That’s why they go above and beyond when helping local customers, whether by providing custom labels or creating plaques to commemorate milestones and achievements. To see a complete list of their products, visit the website. Call (808) 847-4047 to inquire about having Braille signs created for your business.