ITIC: harmonised global accessibility requirements
Harmonized global accessibility requirements benefit manufacturers and consumers by lowering production costs, eliminating the need for redundant testing, and reducing the possible need to produce alternate models for different markets. In contrast, non-harmonized standards potentially increase manufacturing costs, driving up prices for consumers and limiting product choice.
When revisions are to be made to EN 301549 to implement EAA requirements for self-service terminals, where possible, harmonize with related requirements in the United States and Canada that have already demonstrated to be fit for purpose and are impacting products being distributed worldwide. Examples include the Americans with Disabilities Standards for Accessible Design, and Canada's CSA/ASC B651.2:22 (Accessible design for self-service interactive devices including automated banking machines).
References:
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Americans with Disabilities Act Title III Regulations (Standards for Public Accommodations and Commercial Facilities): https://www.ada.gov/law-and-regs/design-standards/2010-stds/#-2010-standards-for-titles-ii-and-iii-facilities-2004-adaag
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Forthcoming proposed rulemaking by the US Access Board to provide accessibility guidelines for “self-service transaction machines” (publication expected by end of 2023): https://www.regulations.gov/docket/ATBCB-2022-0004
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CSA/ASC B651.2:22, Accessible design for self-service interactive devices including automated banking machines: https://www.csagroup.org/store/product/CSA-ASC%20B651.2%3A22/