Transcript DAIP Requirements for Elected Local Government members

An introduction to the requirements for
Disability Access and
Inclusion Plans (DAIPs)
For elected members of Local Governments
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Impact of disability in WA
• 97% of people with
a disability live in
the community.
• 74.2% of PWD
need some
assistance.
Carers
12.6%
Not
affected by
disability
66.8%
• It is estimated by
2026 there will
615,500 people
with a disability.
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People
with
disabilities
20.6%
Disability
• A disability is any continuing condition that
restricts everyday activities.
• Disabilities can substantially reduce abilities
required for day-to-day living.
• Some people have multiple disabilities.
• Some disabilities are hidden, while others
may be visible.
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Access and barriers to access
• Access and inclusion is about providing
equal opportunities to all.
• People with disabilities can experience
difficulty in everyday activities.
• A disability can have a major impact on the
person’s life.
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Benefits of access and inclusion
• People with disabilities will benefit from
improved access to services and facilities.
• Improved access will also benefit seniors
and parents with prams.
• The community benefits from increased
social and financial participation all
members of the community.
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Legislative requirements
• Commonwealth Disability Discrimination Act
(1992)
• Western Australian Equal Opportunity Act
(1984) (amended 1988)
• Western Australia Disability Services Act
(1993)(amended 2004)
• Building Codes of Australia
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DAIP requirements
• Address six desired outcomes
• Lodge with Disability Services Commission
• Meet reporting requirements
• Review every five years
• Staff, officers, agents and contractors to
conduct business consistent with the LG’s
DAIP
• Consultation with people with disabilities in
the development
• Promotion of the DAIP
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Six outcomes areas
1. Access to services and events
2. Access to buildings and facilities
3. Information in alternative formats
4. Staff awareness
5. Opportunities to make complaints
6. Participation in public consultation
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What our Local Government is doing?
This could include:
• access initiatives achieved;
• current access issues; and
• goals for the future.
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Resources
• DAIP Resource Manual
• The Commission’s Community Access
and Information Branch
• Other access information available at
www.dsc.wa.gov.au
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