A resolution on policy concerning the Symbol of Access was adopted as follows by the Assembly of Rehabilitation International at its meeting September 19-21, 1974 in Offir, Portugal.
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- The Symbol shall always be used in the design and proportions approved by the Assembly. The colors used shall always be in sharp contrast and unless there are compelling reasons to use other colors,the Symbol and its background shall be reproduced either in black or white or dark blue and white.
- No change in or addition to the design shall be permitted.
- With the exception stated in Para 4 below, the Symbol shall never be used for any purpose other than to identify mark or show the way to facilities that are accessible to persons whose mobility is restricted by disability. The standards of accessibility to be applied should be established by the responsible authorities in each country and it is recommended that they be guided by the recommendations of the United Nations Expert Meeting on Barrier-Free Design, which was held in 1974. The report and recommendations of the meeting are being published and made available by Rehabilitation International.
- It is recognized that the popularization and universal recognition of the Symbol will be assisted by its reproduction in published material and other media relevant to services for the disabled so long as it is always clearly and conspicuously identified as "The International Symbol of Access." Such use is authorized.
- Affiliated National Organizations of Rehabilitation International or other agencies so authorized in writing by Rehabilitation International may obtain national legal protection of the Symbol and control of its use in accordance with the policies stated in this resolution.
Title:Guidance on the use of the International Symbol of Access(ISA)（P.51）
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