| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Access and egress | Means of entry and exit to a building. |
| Accessible | When a public building or place is accessible it means people can easily move in, out and around the building or space. Accessibility may be limited by physical, sensory and informational barriers. |
| Access consultant | A specialist consultant who is trained to identify potential accessibility issues and provide advice on legal obligations. |
| Access panel | A panel of experts who provide guidance to builders and developers about unjustifiable hardship issues. |
| Bindi Maps | A free mobile application that helps people find their way around indoor spaces that other navigation apps can't reach. |
| Blue Badge Map | Worldwide map and database of accessible (Blue Badge) carparking spaces |
| Building certifier | A person with responsibility for, or control over, the building approval process for a building. For example, a private certifier, building surveyor or local council. |
| Building developer | A person with responsibility for, or control over, a building’s design or construction. For example, a property developer, property owner, building designer, builder, project manager or project lessee. |
| Building manager | A person with responsibility for, or control over, matters in the Access Code that apply to the building, other than design and construction matters. For example, a property owner, property lessee, property manager or operational staff. |
| Disability advocate | A professional that helps people who file for disability benefits, complaints and other disability-related matters. |
| Dispute resolution | A way of resolving disagreements without bringing the issue to court. It is normally the first step in trying to reach agreement and minimise more problems. |
| Environmental sensitivities | Adverse effects or chronic conditions in which a person has symptoms when exposed to low levels of chemicals, environmental substances or communication technologies (such as wi-fi). |
| Luminance contrast | The difference in the amount of light reflected from a darker building element compared to a lighter building element. |
| Misalignment | Incorrect arrangement or position in regards to design and implementation of policies. |
| Peak bodies | Non-government organisations, associations or advocacy groups that lobby government and promote the interests of their members. |
| Procedural amendment | A procedural amendment is the process by which the Premises Standards legislative amendments can be adopted into the National Construction Code outside its 3-year review cycle. |
| Regulatory impact statement | A regulatory impact statement or assessment refers to the process of assessing regulatory proposals. |
| Regulatory mechanisms | Separate bodies, organisations and committees given responsibility by a government to ensure current coordination and implementation of regulations. |
| Terms of Reference (ToR) | A document that establishes a board or committee and its authority for a delegated area of responsibility. |
| Unjustifiable hardship | A burden on a person or business that would be excessive once all circumstances are taken into account. |
| Wayfinding | Information systems that guide people through a physical environment and enhance their understanding and experience of the space. |
| Whole of journey | The ability for someone to have a seamless journey from start to finish. |
The Australian Government is now operating in line with Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.