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A GUIDE TO INDUCTION LOOP LEGISLATION Induction loop systems are used to assist the hearing impaired by transmitting amplified sound (music and speech) directly to a hearing aid which is switched to the “T” position. Click here for useful hearing loops related links The Disability Discrimination Act The aim of the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) is to stop discrimination against disabled people including the hearing impaired. Service providers, ie companies or organisations offering goods, facilities and services to the general public, must make “reasonable” adjustments to ensure that they do not unlawfully discriminate against disabled people. Under the act “reasonable adjustments” include the provision of various auxiliary aids, including induction loop systems, to enable a deaf or hard of hearing person to access goods, facilities or services available to the general public. From October 1st 2004, service providers will be required to install permanent induction loop or infra red systems where it is impossible or unreasonably difficult for a deaf or hard of hearing person to make use of a service. Call us for more information.