Maximizing Assistive Technology in Consumers' Hands
March 5, 2013
Research on Evacuating Persons with Mobility Impairments During Fire Emergencies
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), under the Department of Commerce is soliciting comments from the general public regarding research under consideration. The research aims to provide guidance to designers and building managers on aspects of fire evacuation that concern occupants with mobility impairments and on how to improve elevator design and usage during fire emergencies.
