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Overview

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• About View
  • Facilities available in the venue include: multiple fitness suites, multiple sports courts, children's soft play area, standard and adapted toilets, standard and adapted changing rooms, a café, and outdoor pitches.
  • View information on opening times
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Whiteabbey.
  • The nearest bus station is Tesco Newtownabbey bus and coach station.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the pool, some fitness suites, the gym, the sports courts and the children's soft play/sensory room.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and automatic doors.
  • The ground, first and second floors can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: phone charging points and Wi-Fi.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located within the reception area, in the changing place with adaptations and in the adapted gym changing room.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located in the reception area.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located in the pool side standard changing rooms.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located in the gym.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • The Changing Places toilet facilities are located at the poolside.
  • Standard changing facilities are located at the poolside and in the gym.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within female toilets, adapted toilets and in family changing cubicles in standard changing rooms.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • The shower facilities which have adaptations are located within the changing room with adaptations and within the adaptive gym changing room.
  • Standard shower facilities are located within the poolside changing area and the standard gym changing area.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the front of the building.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 9 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 475cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 129cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 30m from the main entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp or slope.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • There are 2 electric vehicle charging points.
  • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 230cm (width) x 475cm (depth).
  • The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The charging points require an app.
  • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There are 5 reservation only Blue Badge bays located between the car park and the building.

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Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a slight gradient.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
• The ramp bypasses the steps.
• There are 5 steps with handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The steps are unmarked.
• The steps have tactile markings at the top and bottom.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 177cm.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a second single automatic door.
• The second door opens by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 99cm.
• The second door has a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception

• The reception is located to the left after the main entrance.
• The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
• The most accessible route to reception has automatic doors.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 97cm.
• There is a lowered section at the desk.
• The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 85cm to 90cm from the floor.
• The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a magnifier.
• The measurements for the touchscreen are based on the lowered touch screen available.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There are security barriers with a wider opening which are operated by key card.
• Staff are also available to operate barriers if required or to assist. The wider barrier is 129cm wide.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• The following areas have stepped access: the pool, some fitness suites, the gym, the sports courts and the children's soft play/sensory room.
• Access throughout may include manual doors, automatic doors and doors permanently held open.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
• There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable in some areas.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located beside the reception area.
• The distance from the reception desk is 5m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The ground, first, and second floors are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 81cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 110cm (width) x 139cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, an audible announcer and a visual floor indicator.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located ahead of reception.
• The ground, first and second floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Access To (Café)

• The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access and automatic doors.
• There is no signage on or near the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors which open towards you.
• One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 74cm.
• The width of the opening is 80cm.
• The doors have a medium visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 94cm.

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Eating and Drinking

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• Location and Service View
  • The café is located straight ahead via the main entrance and close to the reception.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and automatic doors.
  • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered and numerous seating options.
  • Full table service is available on request only.
  • Menus are available on a board.
  • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: dairy free, lactose free, vegetarian and vegan.
  • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Order and Payment View
  • The payment counter was surveyed.
  • The counter is located at the rear of the café.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 92cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Lift (Play Zone)

• The lift surveyed is located to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has automatic doors, step-free level access, manual doors and a slight ramp or slope.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 82cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 82cm (width) x 126cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
• There is a similar lift inside the play zone to access the sensory room.

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Area (Play Zone)

• The Play Zone is to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access via lift into this area.
• There are 7 steps with handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are not easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 16cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• There are double manual doors with a low visual contrast.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 90cm.
• Facilities available in this area include: soft play area, jungle gym, sensory room, various seating, and toilet facilities.
• There is step-free level access throughout the area, this may include the use of a lift.
• The following areas have stepped access: the sensory room.
• Access throughout the area may include manual doors.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
• Some seating is fixed.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Pool

• This is an indoor swimming pool.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• The following areas have stepped access: the hot tub.
• Access throughout this area may include slippery surfaces.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• Seating available around the pool includes: benches.
• The seating is fixed.
• There is an emergency alarm at poolside.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Access into the water is via a ladder.
• There are 7 steps with handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails do not cover the flight of the steps throughout its length.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The pool is staffed at all times.
• The following adaptations are available for disabled people: submersible wheelchair.
• Additional facilities include: a jacuzzi, a hot tub, a children's pool and poolside showers.

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Changing Places (Poolside - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located at the poolside.
  • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • The distance from the lift is 60m.
  • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens by sliding and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 99cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 379cm (width) x 282cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
• Toilet Details View
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 185cm.
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is not a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The changing bench is wall mounted and height adjustable.
  • The length of the changing bench is 190cm.
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
• Shower Details View
  • There is an adjustable shower head.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is a shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 52cm from the floor.
• Other Facilities View
  • There is a height adjustable wash basin.
  • The wash basin has a lever tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 118cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 140cm.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The facility has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Standard Changing Room (Poolside)

• The changing room surveyed is located on the ground floor and to the left as you exit the lift.
• The distance from the lift is 60m.
• The most accessible route to the changing room has manual doors.
• There is step-free level access into the changing room.
• The door opens outwards automatically and has a low visual contrast.
• The width of the door opening is 160cm.
• Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
• Facilities in the changing room include: a changing table/bench, a toilet, a wash basin, a baby change table and a locker.
• The wash basin has a sensor tap.
• The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
• Additional features include: a full length mirror, a mirror, coat hooks, a baby changing table and a hand dryer.
• The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
• The changing room has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
• The height of the baby change facility when in use is 109cm.
• There is a fixed height shower head.
• The shower controls are push.
• There is no shower seat.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There are also similar changing facilities attached to the gym on the second floor.

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Gym

• The gym is located on the second floor.
• There is step-free level access into the gym.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 114cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• Access throughout may include narrow walkways.
• There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The gym is staffed when open.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is some clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
• Equipment includes free weights, cable resistance machines and upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Changing Room with Adaptations (Gym - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The changing room surveyed is located in the gym.
  • The distance from the lift is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • Facilities available in the changing room include: a wash basin, a wheel-in shower, a locker at a suitable height for a wheelchair user, a dry seat for changing with a grab rail/dropdown rail and a toilet.
  • The dimensions of the changing room are 384cm (width) x 208cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left of the toilet as you look at it.
  • The lateral transfer space is 225cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 55cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the right of the wash basin as you look at it.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 91cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 123cm from the floor.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The changing room has a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is an adjustable shower head.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 53cm from the floor.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The shower grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Entrance (Pitches)

• This entrance is located to the left side of the building.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a single manual gate at this entrance.
• The gate is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 105cm.
• The gate has a high visual contrast.
• There is a second single manual gate.
• The second gate opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 137cm.
• The second gate has a high visual contrast.
• There is stepped access as you enter.
• There are 20+ steps with handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The steps have some clear markings.
• The steps have tactile markings at the top and bottom.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 15cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• The steps detailed are in between the first and second gates.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Reception - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located straight ahead from the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has manual doors and step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 91cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 204cm (width) x 233cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 91cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 93cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 97cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 107cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin, a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.