Wednesday the 21st of June was a seminal event. The photo illustrates a certificate of appreciation were presented to FACS- From left- John Bailey (FACS HR Director), Mark Relf to mark the occasion. If you want to know more and want to be inspired have a look at the videos put together by each of the winning design teams. 

The photo shows Professor Bridge the Chief Investigator and Janelle Pollard from WOW design the developer of the App in front of the DIYmodify banner at the DIYmodify launch event on May 19, 2017.

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The Home Modifications Guidelines (HMG) provides clear guidance as to the suitability of modification to all Land and Housing Corporation properties and the appropriate allocation of financial responsibility between Land and Housing Corporation and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
 
Changes are minor from the previously published version. Important to note LAHC deems the OT as the expert in the recommendations for the client, with the Appendix 1 being a required summary format to list their modification recommendations to assist LAHC Program staff to operationalise.

This report outlines the Clearinghouse's research activites, financial status and activity plan for the 2015/2016 financial year.

This Summary Bulletin relates to the safe provision of heated water in the people’s bathrooms for washing and bathing through the installation of temperature limiting devices. A number of regulations and requirements are in place around the storage and delivery of heated water in a residential setting because of two public health concerns: the risk of scald burns in water delivered too hot and the risk of microbial presence (particularly legionella) in heated water stored at temperatures too low. An analysis of Australian Standards and regulations indicate that temperature limiting device options for use in people’s homes include: thermo-static mixing valve, tempering valve, or a hot water system compliant with AS 3498.

This systematic review identifies colour applications that effectively support safe and independent movement of older people and individuals with vision impairment in their home.

As of May 2016, ‘Slip-resistance classification of new ramp surface materials’ now applies to class 1 buildings in the 2016 edition of the Building Code Of Australia. So for all new ramps in the residential sector, application of finishes to these areas must have documentary evidence to prove the classification. This applies to all finishes and surface types.

This research examines how smoke alarms can be used more effectively in homes to provide early warning of fire needed for residents of all ages and abilities.  It draws on recent smoke alarm regulations, advances in smoke alarm devices, and the recommendations of fire authorities and researchers.