Door Handles

Old forum user 10/05/06 General Housing Topics

Does anybody have any advice on what are the most suitable door handles for an ECH scheme? We have recently opened a scheme with 'd' door handles, which are recommended as suitable for people with limited dexterity. However, some customers appear to be struggling to use these.

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Barbara Hobbs 12/05/06

We have just conducted research on future design with our present Residents

They requested handles that they could grip, lever type but not too long as some catch garment sleeves. No knobs as these were difficult. Suggested we looked at a diff type of door closer as some too stiff. Requested as many int communal doors as possible to be placed on automatic fire alarm closures and or fobs with automatic openings, please contact me if you require further info