Leviton Manufacturing Company Decora Switch

The Decora Line of light switches has long been a favorite choice for universal usability.  The large rocker panel is especially easy to locate and activate with very low force and minimal dexterity.  The switches can be selected in color or with color trim to contrast with the mounting surface or lighted with various back lights and lighted on/off indicators all of which help users to see and use the switches in ambient conditions.  The "911" emergency flashing switch for outdoor lights adds another function to an already elegant, simple and universally usable product.  Properly selected and installed, these switches meet all many of the principles of universal design. 

The design exemplifies the following:

Equitable Use: Everyone can use this regardless of hand dexterity, without any sense of stigma, from an institutional product;

Flexibility in Use: It can be used in any setting, and has several features for specific needs;

Perceptible Information: The back lighting provides the visual cues needed in a darkroom;

Tolerance of Error: There is only one way to use these switches; it is

Simple and Intuitive to Use, as a result of its design; and it requires;

Low Physical Effort, the lightest touch is needed.