Many disabled and visually impaired individuals rely on memorizing their routes to navigate to and from their usual places. Unexpected road works can disrupt these familiar paths, posing significant dangers and risks. Navigating around barriers and signs can be extremely stressful and dangerous for the visually impaired, leading to increased anxiety and potential harm. Vulnerable groups, including the elderly and those with pushchairs, are also affected.
For a visually imapaired pedestrian, venturing out onto streets that have been dug up without prior notice is not only confusing but also very dangerous. The fear and uncertainty can be overwhelming, making it vritually impossible to reach one’s destination safely. I’ve always wanted to work with street utility companies to address these issues, but my complaints to the council went unheard.
That’s why it’s thrilling to be working with Forefront and Ferns. They have been incredibly receptive and willing to train around disability and visual awareness, learning how to improve their work around excavations, barriers, and obstacles.
A special thanks to Gary Hawkins at Cadent for making these introductions possible. Without his support, none of this collaboration would have been possible. We’ll be tagging him to acknowledge his invaluable contribution.
Together, we’re working to make our streets safer and more accessible, ensuring that everyone can move around confidently and securely.
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