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BCA UD Mark Certified Gold Gold+ Platinum

Assessment criteria for Non-Residential Developments (Refurbished)

Development name: Address:

Developer: Architect:

Assessment date: ____________________________________

Assessor/s: __________________________________________

Section BOther requirementsmin. 20 pts (of 54 pts) from combination of the following

Part 4: Accessibility & Connectivity (36 pts)Inter-connectivityVehicular access & facilitiesPedestrian access & Circulation

Part 5: Safety (8 pts)Safety in movement & use

Part 6: Operations & Maintenance (10 pts)User-centric policyOperation & maintenance of facilitiesCommunicationTraining

Section AKey requirementsmin. 30 pts (of 108 + 13 bonus pts) from combination of the following

Part 1: Process (12 pts)Project development User consultation

Part 2: User-friendliness (58 pts)Way-findingFamily-friendly provisionsElder-friendly provisionsOther user-friendly provisions

Part 3: Design Integration (38 pts + 13 bonus pts)Concepts that create conducive environmentsInnovative UD strategies/ featuresIntegration of equitable use facilitiesAesthetic integration

BCA Universal Design Mark Assessment criteria for Non-Residential Development (Refurbished)

UD Mark

UD Certified (50 to 64) | UD Gold (65 to 74) | UD GoldPlus (75 and above)UD Platinum (75 and above; panel endorsement required)

To achieve UD Mark

Pre-requisiteAll relevant accessibility requirements in the prevailing

Accessibility Code are to be complied with


UD Mark CriteriaPoints

Available Awarded

SECTION A – KEY REQUIREMENTSmin. 30 pts from combination of the following

Part 1: Process Encourage the adoption of UD during project planning and development

1.1 Project development (Up to 5 points)a. Incorporate requirements for UD provisions in design brief 2 points

b. Project team comprises (i) certified UD Assessor; or (ii) certified UD Specialist

2 points3 points

1.2 User consultation (Up to 7 points)a. Establish user needs through consultation sessions with

(i) users(ii) user experts

2 points2 points

b. Use of mock-ups to solicit user feedback on usability 3 points

Sub-total (Part 1) Up to 12 points

Part 2: User-friendliness Demonstrate user-centric approach in planning, design and provisions

2.1 Way-finding (Up to 11 points)a. Physical design (pls check applicable)

(i) use of visual reference points (e.g. atria, external views, focal nodes) to aid users in orientation

(ii) use of surface patterns/textures to provide visual cues

(iii) use of colours for easy identification

(iv) others (pls specify):

1 point (each)(max 4 points)

b. Signage(i) building directory with maps located prominently at

main accessible entrance/lobby(ii) directional signage strategically located

a. along accessible circulation routesb. leading to facilities and services

1 point

1 point1 point

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(iii) clarity of signage systema. easy-to-read characters appropriately sized in

relation to intended viewing distanceb. easy-to-understand pictographsc. good colour contrastd. good illumination on signagee. appropriate mounting height for clear visibility

(iv) provision of Braille and/or tactile indicator

3 points

1 point

2.2 Family-friendly provisions (Up to 21 points)a. Child-friendly sanitary facilities in gender specific toilet cluster/s

(pls check applicable)

(i) basin

(ii) WC

(iii) urinal

(iv) child protection seat in cubicle

(v) diaper changing station

(vi) others (pls specify): ________________________

Provision of any of the above facilities (i) in both female and male toilet clusters(ii) at all appropriate areas (iii) at all appropriate levels

0.5 point (each)(max 2 points)

1 point1 point1 point

b. Designated children’s toilet fitted with child-friendly sanitary facilities (child-sized WC and wash basin) at an appropriate area

Provision of children’s toilet at all appropriate levels

3 points

2 points

c. Designated family restroom fitted with adult and child-friendly sanitary facilities (WC, child-sized WC, wash basin, diaper changing station, bin) at an appropriate area

Provision of family restrooms at all appropriate levels

2 points(1 point, if it is part of

accessible toilet)

1 point

d. Designated nursing room fitted with facilities (partitioned nursing area/s with seats, hot water dispenser, diaper changing station/counters, wash basin and bin) at an appropriate area for nursing mothers to feed and change

2 points(4 points for

provisions in mixed use developments)




Available Awarded

their babies in privacy and comfort

Provision of nursing rooms at all appropriate levels 2 points

e. Children’s play area (pls check applicable)

(i) safe playing environment e.g. sited away/barricaded from traffic or potential hazards

(ii) shock-proofed floor surface

(iii) play equipment of non-toxic materials and with rounded edges

(iv) ample seating provided nearby for visual supervision by caregivers

(v) others (pls specify):


f. Family friendly accommodation and facilities/services (pls check applicable)

(i) provision of family size rooms

(ii) kids’ club and facilities

(iii) others (pls specify):


2.3 Elder-friendly provisions (Up to 12 points)a. Elder-friendly sanitary facilities (pls check applicable)

(i) provision of ambulant friendly toilets/cubicles beyond prevailing code requirements

(ii) provision of ambulant friendly urinals beyond prevailing code requirements

(iii) provision of grabs bars on both sides of wash basin/s


b. Elder-friendly accommodation (pls check applicable)(i) accessible rooms

a. no. of rooms beyond prevailing code requirementsb. rooms distributed across pricing tiers

(ii) rooms with elder-friendly features like grab bars in bathrooms/toiletsa. no. of rooms beyond prevailing code requirementsb. rooms distributed across pricing tiers

2 points2 points

1 point1 point




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(iii) elder-friendly in-room facilities/servicesa. brighter-than-average illumination level in roomb. night light in bathroomc. furniture/fixtures that are easy to operate e.g. pull-

down wardrobe rails d. larger font types for in-room guidese. larger buttons for telephones/controlsf. emergency pull-cordg. others (pls specify):


2.4 Other user-friendly provisions (Up to 14 points)a. Resting areas


(i) adequate seating

(ii) seats fitted with grab bars/arm rests

(iii) seats of varying heights to cater to users of different statures

(iv) adjacent pram and/or wheelchair parking space/s



b. Social and recreational facilities accessible to the elderly and wheelchair users (pls check applicable)

(i) landscaped spaces/sky terraces/pavilions for social interaction and sensory experience

(ii) community gardening

(iii) 3G equipment corners/fitness corners

(iv) gymnasium

(v) swimming pool

(vi) function hall/community rooms/multi-purpose courts

(vii) sports court with adjustable basketball/netball hoops

(viii) staff resting lounge

(ix) others (pls specify):





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c. Other services/facilities (pls check applicable)

(i) pram, wheelchair and/or accessibility scooter rental service

(ii) accessible information counter/s

(iii) accessible interactive information kiosk/s and/or directory

(iv) lockers for heavy belongings and prams

(v) accessible drinking fountain/s and/or vending machine/s

(vi) accessible ATMs/cash card top-up machine

(vii) PA system with hearing loop and enhanced sound systems for information

(viii) audible warning device/s at potentially hazardous area/s

(ix) first aid room and/or AED

(x) bus shuttle services

(xi) others (pls specify):






Available Awarded

Part 3: Design IntegrationDemonstrate user-centric approach in the planning and design of spaces as well as holistic and aesthetic incorporation of UD principles/features

3.1 Concepts that create conducive environments for intended usee.g. quality learning/rehabilitative spaces through space planning, provisions that support aging-in-place/social integration, spaces designed with flexibility for adaptation to different users, changing needs over time, etc.Pls specify:

For existing2 points (each)

For enhancement3 points (each)

(max 18 points)

3.2 Innovative UD strategies/features Innovation in design/technology to support integrated living, overcome undulating site conditions, mitigate space constraints, enhance services/ workflow, optimize resources, etc.

Pls specify:

For enhancement4 points (each)

(max 20 points)




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3.3 Integration of equitable use facilitiese.g. same, or equivalent, means of access to facilities and services for all users, considerate placement of facilities & services

Pls specify:

(max 5 bonus points to be awarded by

BCA assessors only after site verification)

3.4 Aesthetic integration Aesthetic integration of UD facilities, features and fittings that is complementary to overall development design

Pls specify:

(max 8 bonus points to be awarded by

BCA assessors only after site verification)

Sub-total (Part 3) Up to 38 points(plus 13 bonus

points)

TOTAL (for Section A) Up to 108 points(plus 13 bonus

points)




Available Awarded

SECTION B – OTHER REQUIREMENTSmin. 20 pts from combination of the following

Part 4: Connectivity & AccessibilityProvide seamless connectivity to other buildings/infrastructures and enhance overall accessibility within the development

4.1 Inter-connectivity (Up to 5 points)a. Accessible external route/s leading to accessible

building/development entrance/s from nearby (pls check applicable)

(i) building/s within same development

(ii) adjacent development/s

(iii) bus interchange

(iv) bus shelter

(v) MRT station

(vi) LRT station

(vii) taxi stand

(viii) traffic junction

(ix) public street/sidewalk

(x) overhead bridge

(xi) underpass

(xii) park/park connector

(vii) others (pls specify): (all routes are to be at least 1200mm in width, stable, firm, level and slip resistant)


b. Provision of shelter for at least 1 accessible external route 1 point

4.2 Vehicular access & facilities (Up to 15 points)a. Designated accessible alighting and boarding bay/s


(i) sheltered

(ii) buffer zone (more than 2500mm between





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accessible entrance/lobby and alighting and boarding bay/s)

(iii) safety rails/bollards

(iv) seating provided


b. Segregation of different traffic (pls check applicable)

(i) between pedestrian and vehicular traffic

(ii) separate taxi point and alighting/boarding point

(iii) separate routes for different users e.g. visitors vs residents in a mixed use development



c. Designated pedestrian walkways and crossings in car park 1 point

d. Car park indicators (pls check applicable)

(i) clear directional markings for vehicular traffic

(ii) luminescent/blinking warning road markers at pedestrian crossings

(iii) electronic signage system showing availability of parking lots

(vi) others (pls specify):


e. Accessible parking lots(i) more than required lots under prevailing Accessibility

Code(ii) located conspicuously near main lobbies, lift lobbies

or accessible entrances

2 points

1 point




Available Awarded

f. Family parking lots (i) 1% of total parking lots ( nos.); or(ii) more than 1% of total parking lots ( nos.)

(max 3 points)2 points3 points

g. Other parking lots (pls check applicable)

(i) bicycle parking lots

(ii) hybrid car parking lot/s

(iii) electric car parking lot/s with electric charging station



4.3 Pedestrian access and circulation (Up to 17 points)a. Accessible entrances into buildings

(i) more than 1 accessible entrance per building; or(ii) all entrances are accessible

Provisions at the entrance/s (pls check applicable)

(i) auto door/s at accessible entrance/s

(ii) step-less entry into building

(iii) shelter

(max 2 points)1 point2 points


b. Accessible circulation routes (include ramps & corridors) of more than 1200mm width(i) 1 circulation route leading to all accessible spaces

and facilities; or(ii) more than 50% of circulation routes; or(iii) all circulation routes

(max 3 points)

1 point

2 points3 points

c. Accessible lifts(i) more than 1 accessible lift; or(ii) all lifts are accessible

(max 2 points)1 point2 points

d. Lifts/escalators with UD features (pls check applicable)

(i) seating provided at lift lobbies or within lifts

(ii) mirror fitted in the interior of accessible lifts

(iii) audio feedback on direction of travel for





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escalators


e. Staircase/s with UD features (pls check applicable)

(i) minimum tread width of 300mm and maximum riser height of 150mm

(ii) non-slip nosing with luminescence/good colour contrast against tread

(iii) handrails on both sides of the staircase/s

(iv) secondary handrails for children

(v) Braille/tactile indicators on handrails

(vi) intermediate handrails for staircases more than 2400mm wide

(vii) others (pls specify):



Part 5: Safety

5.1 Safety in movement & use (Up to 8 points)a. Walking surfaces are stable, firm, level and slip resistant 1 point

b. Appropriate use of surface finishes to provide warning on change in level (pls check applicable)

(i) colour contrasting colours

(ii) detectable floor surfaces



c. Handrails and/or trailing bars provided along circulation route/s

Additional handrail features provided (pls check applicable)

(i) secondary handrails for children

(ii) Braille/tactile indicators

1 point(not applicable for

hospitals)

0.5 point (each) (max 1 point)




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d. No obstacles, dangerous projections, protrusions and overhead hazards along pedestrian circulation

1 point

e. Appropriate illumination level with direct and reflected glare minimized

1 point


Part 6: Operations & Maintenance

6.1 User-centric policy (Up to 2 points)a. Establish corporate policy on creating a user-friendly built

environment2 points

6.2 Operation & Maintenance of Facilities (Up to 6 points)a. Design consideration made to ease maintenance of


(i) building façade

(ii) common areas/facilities



b. Maintenance regime (pls check applicable)

(i) establish procedures for regular inspection, testing and maintenance

(ii) conduct regular audits to ensure good working condition of facilities



6.3 Communication (Up to 2 points)a. Provide clear communication to employees on corporate

philosophy and handling public user feedback1 point

b. Provide feedback mechanism for users 1 point

6.4 Training (Up to 2 points)




Available Awarded

a. Strong commitment on training and equipping employees with UD knowledge

2 points


TOTAL (for Section B) Up to 56 points

GRAND TOTAL (for Sections A + B)

A B


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