MANILA, Philippines — New public school buildings will be required to meet updated accessibility and disaster-resilience standards beginning in fiscal year 2027 under a Department of Education (DepEd) policy welcomed by the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA). In a statement, the NCDA said DepEd Order No. 022, series of 2026, establishes enhanced minimum performance standards and specifications for public basic education facilities, including requirements aimed at making school buildings more accessible to learners with disabilities. The standards require wheelchair ramps with a maximum incline of 1:20, non-skid flooring and walking surfaces, tactile paving and wayfinding features, continuous safety handrails, and […]...
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NCDA backs new PWD-accessible school standards for 2027
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