EMA is distinctively placed to provide advice and design solutions to create and improve access for people with disabilities, to buildings and places. This includes access audits, advice on code requirements and particularly access to Heritage Buildings.
 

	EMA Access to Heritage Buildings Photo Collection A series of photos collected by Eric over the years demonstrating use of modifications to heritage buildings for people with disabilities. CLICK HERE TO VIEW COLLECTION
	Improving Access to Heritage Buildings Eric has produced a booklet on improving access for people with disabilities to heritage buildings where the heritage value of a property must be carefully considered when making it universally accessible.  This booklet is available to read on the Australian Heritage Commission web site via the link below.   IMPROVING ACCESS TO HERITAGE BUILDINGS BOOKLET
	Draft Information Sheet for Adaptable Housing Class C Eric prepared this information sheet is to assist people in understanding the requirements to meet AS4299. Feedback would be appreciated to eric@emaa.com.au.  It was prepared in January 2006.  It is available in PDF format via the link below.   DRAFT INFORMATION SHEET FOR ADAPTABLE HOUSING
	Audio Frequency Induction Loop Systems A simple guide for architects and others in complying with the Building Code of Australia clause D3.7 Hearing Augmentation, initiated by the late Mervyn Willoughby-Thomas FRAIA, Accredited Access Consultant with the ACAA and a hearing-impaired architect.  It assumes a knowledge of building construction standards and legislation.  It was prepared in March 2003 and is available in PDF format via the link below.   AUDIO FREQUENCY INDUCTION LOOP SYSTEMS GUIDE
	Draft Information Sheet on Accessible Laundries This information sheet is to assist people in understanding the requirements to enhance access to laundries.  It is available in PDF format via the link below.   DRAFT INFORMATION SHEET ON ACCESSIBLE LAUNDRIES
	Design for Deafness This paper was presented by Eric Martin at the Fourth National Deafness Sector Summit 21 May 2006 in Perth, Australia. You can read Eric's paper or view his PowerPoint presentation here in PDF format or read the transcript of the presentation on the Deafness Forum of Australia's website via the links below.   DESIGN FOR DEAFNESS PAPER         DESIGN FOR DEAFNESS POWERPOINT PRESENTATION IN PDF       TRANSCRIPT
	A Community for All Ages - Building the Future Presentation on Adaptable housing by Eric Martin, given at the 'Community for All Ages - Building the Future' seminar held by the Department of Heath and Aging in Canberra on 30 March 2006.  You can view the PowerPoint presentation here in PDF format or read the transcript on the Department of Heath and Aging's website via the links below.   BUILDING THE FUTURE: ADAPTABLE HOUSING POWERPOINT PRESENTATION IN PDF FORMAT         TRANSCRIPT

This project involves a major redevelopment of this tertiary education facility.  The work includes an audit of existing buildings, access policy for the precinct then review of all new and upgrading proposals.  Half the projects are now completed with the rest due for completion mid 2008.

Southbank

This new building has commenced construction.  EMA prepared an access policy and review of design and documentation.

EMA are involved with providing disability access advice on three new facilities at ANU.  These include John Curtin School of Medical Research, Hedley Bull (Centre of World Politics) and Crawford School of Economics and Politics

EMA are providing disability access advice on student accommodation at three universities including Australian National University (ANU) - Section 21, University of Canberra (UCAN) and Southbank (Brisbane)

EMA have undertaken an access audit on the ACT Magistrates Court and the ACT Supreme Court.

EMA have just been appointed to BVN Brisbane for major refurbishment of the Robina Hospital

EMA are working with ACT Department of Housing and Community Services to prepare PowerPoint presentations on universal housing design.