Catering

Has accessibility been considered for catering?

It is important to consider how catering will be made accessible. This will depend on many factors, including:

• catering to be provided and how menus will be made accessible
• what access requirements may be needed
• whether assistance will be needed to access the food and drink itself
• accessible places to eat
• providing accessible food counters and bendable straws.

Also, consider proximity to accessible toilets from the catering and eating locations.

Is the catering area accessible and is there a variety of meal options available?

• Food stalls or stations need to be sufficiently spaced to allow free movement for wheelchair and mobility aid users, and at an accessible height.
• Offer meals that are easy to eat, and ensure dietary requirements are catered for.
• Cutlery, paper serviettes and bendable straws should be provided, and ensure staff are available to assist if required.
• Place food at the edge of tables and not in the middle, to ensure it can be reached from a seated position.