Communities for all

Accessible places and spaces

State Disability Plan whole-of-government action—access for people with disability is improved by considering the needs of people with disability when buildings and venues used by the Queensland Government are refurbished or leases renewed, and where possible in choosing venues for Queensland Government run events and meetings.

Overall measure

Practical guidance and documentation provided to all staff and stakeholders on choosing accessible venues for agency-organised events or meetings. (State Disability Plan measure)

Action Accountable area

Action 3.1
Ensure DPC and PSC buildings are accessible wherever possible.

Office of the Director-General, 2032 Taskforce, Cabinet Services, Corporate and Government Services (Facilities), Office of the Queensland Parliamentary Counsel, Policy Division, Strategy and Engagement, PSC

Action 3.2
Select venues for agency organised events on the basis of accessibility and suitable

Office of the Director-General, 2032 Taskforce, Cabinet Services, Corporate and Government Services, Office of the Queensland Parliamentary Counsel, Policy Division, Strategy and Engagement, PSC

Action 3.3
Provide a mechanism for event guests to advise of access requirements (e.g. AUSLAN interpreters, companion card and similar support programs) and provide support services for event participants and attendees where possible.

Office of the Director-General, 2032 Taskforce, Cabinet Services, Corporate and Government Services, Office of the Queensland Parliamentary Counsel, Policy Division, Strategy and Engagement, PSC

Action 3.4
Respond on a case-by-case basis where agency staff with disability require a physical workplace adjustment.

Office of the Director-General, 2032 Taskforce, Cabinet Services, Corporate and Government Services, Office of the Queensland Parliamentary Counsel, Policy Division, Strategy and Engagement, PSC

Last updated: 21 July, 2020

Last reviewed: 21 July, 2020