Nobody likes to be told that they 'don't matter', yet hearing aid users can often find their needs being disregarded.Hearing loss is a 'hidden' disability so it's not possible to tell who might need assistive listening and whether it's 'important' to provide it. It is...
The Elizabeth Line has opened in London, an east to west route across the city connecting the Great Eastern Main Line and the Great Western.The project has been more than 10 years in the making and Contacta has been involved from the beginning. Our window...
During the COVID-19 pandemic, safety for staff and patients has been a priority in hospitals. Screens and barriers being put in place to prevent the transmission of infection are increasing safety at interaction points including at pharmacies, outpatient departments, maternity wards, and A&E reception.However, together...
With pupils in England returning to the classroom from March 8th, now is the time for schools to create safe communication. Our 5 point checklist takes you through the key points to consider. Carry out an assessmentConsider where students and staff are most likely...
Bozsik Aréna is a multi-purpose stadium located in Budapest, Hungary. Construction of the stadium started in 2019 and completed in 2021. The new arena is a UEFA IV category football stadium used for national and international football matches as well as being the home of...
Protective measures against coronavirus are likely to be in place for months to come, despite the roll-out of the vaccination programme.Many industries have been able to allow their staff to work from home. But warehouses, factories, distribution centres and food production plants still need people...
While many are currently working from home, some industries do still need to meet in person. Staff still need to be at a warehouse, on a building site or in an office. These are places where employees will practice social-distancing, where possible. But that can mean conversation...
Imagine purchasing equipment as vital to inclusivity as automatic doors, ramps, or accessible toilets, but then never checking if they’re operating the way your customers require, even after years of use and wear.This regularly happens with assistive listening solutions such as hearing loops, and at...
Note: This article originally appeared in ‘Installation’ Issue 208, February 2018.How to get it right when choosing and installing large area hearing loopsLarge area hearing loops can transform the lives of more than 51 million people with hearing loss in Europe, making education, worship, business,...
Ever wondered what impact a hearing loop can have on a venue? Watch our short video with interviews from Gavin Davis of Eastbourne Theatres and two theatre goers to find out!https://youtu.be/o7XOik4qvzI ...
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