Arwyddion ac Anabledd
Gweithgaredd 1a
Astudiwch yn ofalus yr amrywiaeth o ddelweddau sy’n dangos gwahanol fathau o arwyddion yn y ‘carwsél’.
Ar ôl astudio’r delweddau, disgrifiwch ac eglurwch yn llawn:
- Yr amrywiaeth o arwyddion a ddefnyddir i hysbysu ymwelwyr
- Yr amrywiaeth o arwyddion a ddefnyddir i rybuddio ymwelwyr
Gallwch ddatblygu is-gategorïau os byddwch chi’n teimlo bod angen hynny.
Gweithgaredd 1b
Aseswch y defnydd a wneir o arwyddion a byrddau gwybodaeth ar safle’r Ogofâu Arddangos.
Er mwyn cwrdd ag anghenion pobl ag anabledd sy’n ymweld â’r ogofâu arddangos, mae rheolwyr Dan-yr-Ogof wedi llunio’r Datganiad Mynediad Anabledd.
Due to the natural layout and mountainous location of the complex, a number of very steep natural inclines and declines have to be negotiated when moving around the site (in addition there are over 100 steps in the first cave), this applies both above and below ground. With this in mind access for wheelchair users has to be restricted for Health and Safety reasons in high-risk areas. Also, any visitor using a walking aid, may find the terrain unsuitable.
Visually impaired visitors should note that lighting levels vary greatly within the showcaves, reflecting conservation issues regarding flora and fauna underground. Further to this strobe lighting is also used in some areas. As the underground environment is created by Nature, it must be noted that the cave walls and floors are very irregular – it is not like walking in a shopping centre! Throughout their entire visit an accompanying adult must remain with any person with impaired vision, to ensure that person’s safety.
People with hearing difficulties should note that all the interpretation underground (and the majority above ground) is undertaken via audio commentaries that play at various points throughout the site. As well as general information, warnings are also relayed by this audio system relating to forthcoming terrain. Any person who is hard of hearing must be accompanied by a person who is able to pass on this safety information, whilst visiting the complex.
Fel mae James wedi’i egluro, roedd y Ddeddf Gwahaniaethu ar Sail Anabledd yn gofyn bod busnesau’n gwneud penderfyniadau ynghylch beth sy’n rhesymol o ran mynediad ar gyfer pobl ag anabledd. Roedd y datganiad mynediad uchod, a roddwyd ar y wefan, yn rhoi i ymwelwyr posibl wybodaeth ynghylch yr amodau dan y ddaear yn yr ogofâu.
O Hydref 1af 2010, mae’r Ddeddf Cydraddoldeb wedi cymryd lle’r Ddeddf Gwahaniaethu ar Sail Anabledd. Mae gan y Ddeddf Cydraddoldeb ffocws ehangach na’r Ddeddf Gwahaniaethu ar Sail Anabledd, ond mae ganddi fwy neu lai yr un bwriadau.
Gweithgaredd 2
Mae’r cyswllt isod yn darparu trosolwg ar y Ddeddf Cydraddoldeb.
www.equalities.gov.uk/pdf/401727_GEO-BCC_QuickGuide2_acc.pdf
Defnyddiwch y wybodaeth a gewch o’r cyswllt i ddatblygu cyflwyniad sy’n cyflwyno cwmpas a bwriadau’r Ddeddf Cydraddoldeb.
Mae tudalen 15 o’r ddogfen yn cyfeirio at ‘addasiadau rhesymol’ y disgwylir i gyrff eu gwneud i gydymffurfio â’r Ddeddf Cydraddoldeb. Mae Dan-yr-Ogof wedi datblygu polisi anabledd sy’n ymwneud â mynediad i’r ogofâu ac mae hwn wedi’i arddangos ar ei wefan a’i ddatblygu’n Asesiad Risg (isod).
Hefyd mae’r ogofâu wedi cael eu dynodi’n Safle o Ddiddordeb Gwyddonol Arbennig oherwydd yr adeileddau daearegol sydd i’w cael ynddyn nhw. Mae hyn yn cyfyngu ar yr hyn y gall rheolwyr yr ogofâu ei wneud i newid yr amgylchedd ffisegol.
Gweithgaredd 3
Yn eich barn chi, ydy’r rheolwyr wedi gwneud ‘addasiadau rhesymol’ digonol i gydymffurfio â’r Ddeddf Cydraddoldeb neu a ellid gwneud mwy? Cyfiawnhewch eich penderfyniadau.
Hazard |
Person at Risk |
Risk Evaluation |
Alterations/Procedures |
Disabled Access to visitor attraction |
As defined |
Blind/partially sighted visitors – HIGH |
Due to the irregular features of the natural cave walls, the flooring in certain aspects of the underground visit, the numerous steps on site, and the variable lighting levels, underground visitors will only be allowed access on site if accompanied by a sighted person who fully understands and accepts the responsibility of accompanying a visitor with such a disability. A ratio of 1:1 is required. |
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Deaf/hard of hearing visitors – HIGH |
The vast majority of the interpretation on site is conducted via audio commentary, which also includes warning at the appropriate places regarding low roof levels etc. Due to this, deaf or hard of hearing visitors will only be permitted access into the visitor attraction if accompanied by a hearing person who can pass on this important information, and who fully understands and accepts the responsibility of accompanying a visitor with such a disability. A ratio of 2:1 is advised. |
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Wheelchair user/impaired mobility - HIGH |
The visitor attraction is based on the side of a mountain, consequently there are a number of steep climbs to be negotiated, a large number of steps, and it should be noted that in general there is a lot of walking that must be undertaken to get around the site. Due to this wheelchair users will only have access to a very limited area. This is limited due to the steps within the caves and the pathway sizes within the natural cave system. It is recognised that Dan-yr-Ogof Cave can be accessed by a wheelchair for the first 200 metres (approximately), although assistance will be required to do so. The steepness of the hills on site stops wheelchair users from accessing the other attractions, as a significant risk to all visitors is identified should a wheelchair user lose control of the aid whilst in these areas. A pathway allows safe access to the Shire Horse Centre area. Visitors with mobility aids will have varying degrees of access to the site depending on their individual needs. These will be assessed on a case by case basis. |
Gweithgaredd 4
Gan ddefnyddio gwybodaeth a gewch o’r cysylltau isod, trafodwch y pwysigrwydd i fusnesau twristiaeth o ddarparu ar gyfer pobl ag anghenion arbennig.
www.direct.gov.uk/en/DisabledPeople/TravelHolidaysAndBreaks/TravelAndHolidaysInTheUk/DG_4019030