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Arnold Clark Linwood MG

Phoenix Retail Park, Linwood Road, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 2BH

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Dealership Information

  • For contact details, opening times, and services available in this branch, please click here to visit the Arnold Clark Linwood MG / Honda branch page on their website (opens in a new tab).
  • The dealership has access to a live BSL interpreter via video call.
  • The branch has no magnifying glass and no signature guide.
  • Documents can be provided in the following alternative formats: Makaton on request, large print on request, voice recognition CD on request, Braille on request, audio on request and different languages on request.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Public Transport and Parking

  • There is not a bus stop within approximately 150m of the branch.
  • The nearest train station is Paisley St James.
  • The dealership has its own car park.
  • The car park is located at the front of the branch.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking is free for all customers.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There are 3 Blue Badge parking bays.
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked/signposted.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay are 255cm x 560cm and all bays are the same size.
  • There is a hatched zone on one side only.
  • The hatched zone is less than 120cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 15m from the entrance.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are available.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Potential obstacles between the Blue Badge parking and the entrance include dropped kerbs without tactile paving.
  • Dealership Car Park View
    • Blue Badge bays are not used for storage of stock vehicles.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging View
    • The electric vehicle charging point(s) is/are located at the side of the building.
    • There is/are 2 electric vehicle charging point(s).
    • The height of the electric vehicle charging point nozzle slot is 120cm.
  • Shared Car Park View
    • There are further designated Blue Badge and Parent & Child bays in the car park located opposite Mazda and Hyundai.

Dealership Forecourt

  • The surfaces in the forecourt are even.
  • There are not marked walkways in the forecourt to make routes safer for customers.
  • There is step-free access in the forecourt.
  • There is room for wheelchairs users to manoeuvre around the cars in the forecourt.
  • Signage is clearly presented/easy to read.

Entrance

  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with the immediate surroundings.
  • There are double automatic doors which open by sliding.
  • The width of the door opening is 97cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • The second set of doors are double automatic doors which open by sliding.
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

Reception (Welcome Desk)

  • The reception point is located immediately to the left as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There is step-free access to this reception.
  • The height of the reception counter is 110cm.
  • There is not a low level counter at the recommended height for wheelchair users.
  • The reception has windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • For writing and signing documents, there is sufficient space at the counter.
  • There is background noise here.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the reception area.
  • There is hard flooring and low pile carpet in the reception area.

Reception (Service)

  • The reception point is located ahead as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There is step-free access to this reception.
  • The height of the reception counter is 74cm.
  • For writing and signing documents, there is sufficient space at the counter.
  • There is background noise here.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is low pile carpet in the reception area.
  • Reception Seating Area View
    • There is a seating area close to the reception point.
    • There are chairs with armrests available in the reception area.
    • The following furniture is permanently fixed: all of the tables.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.

Showroom

  • There is step-free access throughout the branch.
  • The walkways are over 150cm wide.
  • There is room for wheelchair users to manoeuvre between cars in the showroom.
  • Display cars within the showroom are rarely moved.
  • No cars are accessed by a slightly raised area.
  • Signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
  • There is hard flooring and low pile carpet in the showroom.
  • There is flooring in the showroom which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.

Sales Desks

  • There are 7 sales desks, and the nearest one is approximately 5m from the entrance.
  • The desk(s) is/are is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the desk(s).
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the desk(s).
  • The sales area has: tables which are accessible to wheelchair users and chairs with armrests.
  • The following furniture is permanently fixed: all of the tables.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at some desks which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The height of the desk(s) is 74cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
  • None of the desks have clear space under them.

Customer Lounge

  • There is a customer lounge 10m from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the customer lounge.
  • There is hard flooring and deep pile carpet in this area.
  • There is background noise here.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the lounge.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the lounge.
  • The following furniture is permanently fixed: some of the chairs.
  • The customer lounge has: tables which are accessible to wheelchair users, sofas and armchairs.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 44cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
  • The tables do contrast visually with the floor.
  • There is a self-service refreshment counter.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to customers.
  • The height of the counter is 96cm.
  • The counter does not have a clear knee recess.
  • There is a vending machine and a water dispenser.
  • There is an entertainment or activity area for children.

Toilet with Adaptations (Male - Right Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located at the rear right of the showroom.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 38m (41yd 1ft) from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a male toilet. There is a separate female accessible toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door is locked by a lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 147cm x 197cm (4ft 10in x 6ft 6in).
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 65cm (2ft 2in).
    • The transfer space is obstructed by storage items.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a push button flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
    • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is fair.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 41cm (1ft 4in).
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 99cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Additional Fixtures and Fittings View
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
    • The shelf is at a height of 68cm.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the soap dispenser is 116cm.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is fair.

Toilet with Adaptations (Female - Left Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located at the rear right of the showroom.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 38m (41yd 1ft) from the entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
    • This is a female toilet. There is a separate male accessible toilet.
    • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door is locked by a lever twist.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 147cm x 197cm (4ft 10in x 6ft 6in).
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
    • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 7in).
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a push button flush.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
    • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
    • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the right.
    • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is fair.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 41cm (1ft 4in).
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
    • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
    • There is a toilet roll holder.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 92cm (3ft).
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • Additional Fixtures and Fittings View
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are sanitary, nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • There is a wash basin.
    • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
    • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
    • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The height of the soap dispenser is 117cm.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is fair.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.