All About Braille
If you want to become more familiar with ADA signage and printing braille, this is the course for you. We will discuss everything from the law to using FlexiSIGN and Print and a MUTOH 661UF UV-LED printer to print a braille sign.
A Message from Your Instructor
Braille Explained
The Braille Alphabet
Types of Braille
A Few Braille Manners
ADA Compliance - Not Just Braille
ADA Compliance Links
ADA Compliance Summary
1. Find Out If Your Signs Require Braille
2. If Your Sign Requires Braille, Add Raised Text
3. Use the Right Version of Braille
4. Keep Braille Transcriptions Together
5. Braille Must Be the Right Shape, Size and Height
There Are Three Pictogram Categories
Pictograms Are Required on Signs That Assist the Disabled
Pictograms Are Recommended on Room Signs
Check Spacing Requirements
When Pictograms Are Optional
Choose the Right Font
Give Your Text Some Breathing Room
Set Your Text to the Right Size
Placement of ADA Wall Signage
Overhead Signage Displays