The following accommodations should be provided for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing:
- Rooms equipped with alternative emergency devices such as visual alarms and indicators.
- An available TDD (telecommunication device for the deaf).
- A video relay phone
- Well lit areas for placement of sign language interpreters.
- Check to see that the elevator has a visual cue system in each elevator lobby to alert people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
- Check for noise levels (ventilation systems, noise from adjacent rooms etc.) which may be distracting.
- Check to see that the meeting room has appropriate requirements (drapes, blinds, etc.) to provide reduction of light or glare from windows.