A better vision for us all: checklist for lighting for the visually impaired

摘要

Five key requirements for lighting to meet the needs of visually impaired people: ·The Cibse code for interior lighting must be followed, with an extra 25 to 50% above the recommended lighting levels · Avoid glare at all costs ·Light must be evenly distributed with no dramatic changes when moving from one area to another ·Task lighting should be an essential part of a lighting installation for people with a visual impairment, as well as an aid to everyone else ·Lighting, particularly in residential accommodation, should be controllable, either by dimming or switching, so that illuminance can be adjusted to meet