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Summary

• York Leisure Centre is located within the York Leisure Complex.
• Services/facilities within the venue include a library, a gym, a sports hall, a sports hall viewing gallery, a swimming pool (including a training and a toddlers pool), a climbing area, a studio, and a room for hire.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include 5-a-side football pitches, and a children's play area.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • York Leisure Centre is located on Kathryn Avenue at Monks Cross to the north-east of York, it can be accessed via the A64 and A1237.
  • The leisure centre parking is either at the east stand car park or the north car park. Both car parks have Blue Badge bays and ample standard car parking. On match days the east stand car park is closed to leisure centre users approximately 4 hours before the match begins.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • Monks Cross Park and Ride is approximately 140m away. There are frequent buses to the centre of York.
  • For more information on park and ride information please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is York.
  • York Station is 3 miles away to the south-west, with direct links to the East Coast main line.
  • For more information on train times please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a colleague available for help and assistance.
• There is not a colleague trained in British Sign Language.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: large print.
• There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located on the grass areas surrounding the leisure centre.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are mobility aids available.
• The mobility aids available include mobile hoists and wheelchairs.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact a member of staff.
• There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people who may feel scared or at risk.

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Parking (East Stand Car Park)

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• Parking View
  • The venue does have its own parking facilities.
  • The car park is located in front of the Stadium, Leisure Centre, and East Stand.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • There is an additional car park for visitors.
  • The north car park is also available for leisure centre users.
• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 7 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 230cm x 455cm (7ft 7in x 14ft 11in).
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bay(s) have at least the recommended width of 120cm.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • On match days this car park is closed to leisure centre users approximately 4 hours before the start of the match.
• Paying View
  • There are no parking charges for the car park.
  • Parking is free for 4 hours except on match days when parking is free for 2 hours.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is concrete tiles.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the east stand car park entrance.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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Parking (North Car Park)

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• Parking View
  • The venue does have its own parking facilities.
  • The car park is located opposite the north stand of York Stadium.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • There is an additional car park for visitors.
  • The east stand car park can also be used for York Leisure Centre users.
• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 10+ designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 228cm x 470cm (7ft 6in x 15ft 5in).
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bay(s) have at least the recommended width of 120cm.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Paying View
  • There are no parking charges for the car park.
  • Free parking for all users is limited to 4 hours.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are dropped kerbs.
  • The entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is not clearly signposted.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and concrete.
  • There is a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is some tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 75m (82yd 1in) from the Leisure Centre North entrance.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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Opening Times

• Monday 06:00 - 21:30.
• Tuesday 06:00 - 21:30.
• Wednesday 06:00 - 21:30.
• Thursday 06:00 - 21:30.
• Friday 06:00 - 21:30.
• Saturday 08:00 - 18:00.
• Sunday 08:00 - 18:00.

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Approach (East Stand Car Park Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
  • There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
  • The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 169cm.
  • The height of the bollard(s) is 101cm.
  • The bollards do not contrast visually with the paving.
  • The bollards can be avoided by using the pavement to the right of the approach.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Outside Access (East Stand Car Park Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the leisure centre leading from the east stand car park.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'BETTER YORK LEISURE CENTRE/WE ARE YORK'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the opening is 197cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the opening is 108cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There are 2 sets of similar first and second sets doors at this entrance. The doors surveyed were to the right. The first set of doors to the right has a threshold as you exit. The first set of doors to the left do not have a threshold. The first set of doors to the right has a recess providing some weather protection. The first set of doors to the left does not.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Approach (Leisure Centre North entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac and concrete tiles.
  • There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
  • The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 133cm.
  • The height of the bollard(s) is 103cm.
  • The bollards have a visual identification band.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Outside Access (Leisure Centre North entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left of the York Stadium north stand.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Welcome to York Stadium Leisure Complex'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the opening is 154cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the opening is 157cm.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Library (Explore Library)

• The library is located in the main foyer to the left as you enter via the East Stand Car Park Entrance.
• The library is 3m from the East Stand Car Park Entrance.
• There is step-free access into the library.
• There is step-free access within the library.
• The type of flooring in the library is tiles and concrete.
• There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
• There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is not an ordering service.
• There is a self service book borrow/return machine available.
• The self service machine touch screen is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There are reading/study desks available.
• The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 88cm in height.
• There are no height adjustable desks available.
• There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
• A member of staff is not available to provide assistance.
• The library does not have a computer area.
• This library is unmanned and is self-service only. Any books borrowed or returned must be scanned via the self-service machine. There are coffee tables at a surface height of 46cm. There is a book return bin. The height of the book return bin slot is 74cm.

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Eating and Drinking (The Little Yorkshire Coffee Company)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located ahead as you enter via the East Stand Car Park Entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include: written wall menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 95cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Staff can move furniture to make a table accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 72cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles and concrete.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There are vending machines to the right of the café counter. The lowest control is 43cm high. The highest control is 133cm high. Highchairs are available.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Main Foyer - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, in the main foyer of the York Leisure complex, ahead as you enter via the leisure centre north entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text 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 has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is poor.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 245cm (4ft 10in x 8ft).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 92cm (3ft).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is 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) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 116cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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 47cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
  • 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 good.
  • 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 72cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is fair.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Main Foyer)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor, in the main foyer, to the left as you enter via the leisure centre north entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the leisure centre north entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • The information above relates to the female toilet. There is a different configuration of rails in the male toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 81cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The male toilet does not have the 2 horizontal grab rails.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are available in both the female and male toilets.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available.
  • The height of the baby change table is 95cm.

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Reception (York Leisure Centre)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the right as you enter via the East Stand Car Park Entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the East Stand Car Park Entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 104cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Colleagues are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 26/01/2023.
  • The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
  • There is a touch screen.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles and concrete.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • The touchscreens are to the left of the reception desk and are only used to sign up for membership. The touchscreens are 130cm high. There is a barrier control system to enter, to the right of the reception desk. There are 3 barriers. The barriers to enter are 60cm wide. The middle barrier is for wheelchair access and is 120cm wide. There is a key card reader at each barrier at a height of 84cm. There is a wide exit barrier. The exit barrier is 120cm wide. The exit barrier opens automatically.
• Reception Seating Area View
  • There is a seating area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
  • There are stools available.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl and tiles.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Access to other floors/levels is via stairs and lift.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music in public areas.
  • Music is played during some activities.

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Changing Area (Swimming Pool)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located on the ground floor, along the corridor to the right of the reception point.
  • The changing area is approximately 10m from the reception point.
  • The changing area is approximately 10m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 5m from the swimming pool.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; a Changing Places, standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers, an accessible toilet, standard toilets and baby change facilities.
  • This is a shared changing area.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 174cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are lockers within the changing area.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are good.
  • There are family cubicles. The family cubicles contain a child restraint seat at a height of 62cm. The family cubicles also contain a baby change unit at a height of 94cm.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The height of the shower head(s) is/are 200cm.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower(s).
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm.
  • The flip down seats are located at either end of the shower cubicles, they also have a horizontal and vertical hand rail.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
  • There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the seat and a vertical rail on the right.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are available.
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the changing area and in the standard toilet(s).
  • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
  • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 94cm.

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Changing Places (Swimming Pool Changing Area)

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located to the left as you enter the swimming pool changing area.
  • The facility is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the swimming pool changing room entrance.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is not located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • There is level access into the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • 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 door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 414cm x 310cm.
  • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
  • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 285cm.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 82cm.
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 92cm.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 188cm (6ft 2in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 120cm and 140cm when mounted.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The colour contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 124cm.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The wide paper roll dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 125cm.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 97cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 124cm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is a coat hook.
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 107cm and 191cm from the floor.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • There is a shelf to the right of the toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the shelf is 110cm.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Swimming Pool Changing Area - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, within the swimming pool changing area, at the front left as you enter.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the swimming pool changing area entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text 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 has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 153cm x 237cm (5ft x 7ft 9in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is 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) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 116cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • 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 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
  • 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 good.
  • 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 75cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is fair.

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Swimming Pool (Main Pool)

• There is a lifeguard for the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 6 steps.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is hydraulic.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• The hydraulic hoist is portable and serves all pools.
• There is not a wet side chair available.
• There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.

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Swimming Pool (Training Pool)

• There is a lifeguard for the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There are steps into the swimming pool.
• There are 5 steps.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is hydraulic.
• There is not a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is not a wet side chair available.
• There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.

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Swimming Pool (Toddlers Pool)

• There is a lifeguard for the swimming pool.
• There is a ramped entrance into the water.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.
• This pool is shallow with a maximum depth of 30cm.
• There is not a wet side chair available.
• There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.

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Clip 'N Climb

• Clip 'N Climb is located on the ground floor, in the corridor to the right of the reception area.
• The entrance to Clip 'N Climb is approximately 10m from the reception area.
• There is step free access to Clip 'N Climb.
• There are double doors to enter.
• The doors may be difficult to open.
• The doors are 176cm wide.
• There is a security barrier beyond the entrance.
• The security barrier opens away from you (push).
• The security barrier is easy to open.
• The security barrier is 100cm wide.
• The flooring is a mixture of concrete tiles and carpet.
• There is some floor that is shiny.
• There is some flooring with large repeating patterns.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is bench seating.

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Party Room

• The party room is located on the ground floor, at the beginning of the right corridor, on the left.
• The party room is approximately 10m from the reception point.
• The party room has double doors, but 1 door is locked.
• The doors open away from you (push).
• The doors may be difficult to open.
• The width of the open door is 82cm.
• The flooring is vinyl and has a shiny surface.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre with a 150cm by 150cm turning space at the front of the room.
• There are tables.
• The height to the underside of the tables is 68cm.
• There are chairs.
• The chairs do not have armrests.

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Accessible Changing Room (Sports Hall - Right Hand Transfer)

• This accessible changing room is located on the ground floor, in the front right corridor.
• This accessible changing room is approximately 15m from the reception point.
• There is step-free access to the accessible changing room.
• This is a shared changing room.
• A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
• The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
• The door opens inwards.
• The door may be difficult to open.
• The door is locked by a lever twist.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm .
• The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
• The door has a horizontal grab rail.
• The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 285cm x 311cm.
• The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
• The lateral transfer space is 220cm (7ft 3in).
• The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
• There is a flush on the transfer side.
• There is spatula type lever flush.
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
• There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
• As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is 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) and wall is good.
• The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
• There is an emergency alarm.
• The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
• Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
• There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
• There is a/are coat hook(s).
• The height of the coat hook is 117cm from the floor.
• There is a mirror.
• The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
• There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
• The toilet has a cistern.
• The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
• 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 93cm (3ft 1in).
• The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
• 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
• 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 good.
• 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 71cm.
• There is not a towel dispenser.
• There is a hand dryer.
• The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The height of the hand dryer is 94cm (3ft 1in).
• The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.
• The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
• There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
• The shower head is height adjustable.
• The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
• There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
• The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
• The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
• The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is good.
• There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
• The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is good.
• There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
• The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
• There is a bench for changing.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.

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• Comments View
  • There is also a fixed shower head at a height of 180cm.
  • There are 2 similar accessible changing rooms in this area.
  • The one surveyed was the furthest from the sports hall.
  • Lockers are available in the main corridor outside.
  • Low level lockers are available.

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Changing Area (Sports Hall - Male)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located on the ground floor, in the front right corridor.
  • The changing area is approximately 15m from the reception point.
  • The changing area is approximately 15m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 5m from the sports hall.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers, standard toilets and baby change facilities.
  • This is a male changing area.
  • Similar female changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are not lockers within the changing area.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are good.
  • Lockers are available in the main corridor outside. Low level lockers are available.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The height of the shower head(s) is/are 200cm.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower(s).
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm.
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are good.
  • There is a door to enter the standard toilet facilities. The door has similar dimensions to the entry door.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are available.
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the standard toilet(s).
  • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
  • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 92cm.
  • There is a similar female standard changing area located in the far right corridor. At the time of the survey it was in use and could not be surveyed.

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Sports Hall

• The sports hall is located on the ground floor, at the end of the front right corridor.
• The sports hall is approximately 20m from the reception.
• There are double doors to enter the sports hall.
• The doors open towards you (pull).
• The doors may be difficult to open.
• The doors are 160cm wide.
• There are similar doors to enter the sports hall in the far right corridor.
• The flooring in the sports hall is wood.
• There is shiny flooring.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There are seats without armrests.
• There is bench seating without armrests.
• There is an emergency alarm push button located on the wall to the right (as you exit) of the entrance surveyed.
• The height of the emergency alarm button is 151cm.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the reception.
  • The stairs are approximately 3m from the reception.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The steps do have open risers.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the front of the right corridor, on the left.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the reception.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A colleague does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is poor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is fair.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 114cm x 140cm (3ft 9in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.

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• Comments View
  • There is a similar lift to the right of the one surveyed.

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Sports Hall Viewing Gallery

• The sports hall viewing gallery is located on the first corridor, at the end on the right.
• The sports hall viewing gallery is approximately 5m from the lift.
• There is a single door with a locked extension leaf to enter the sports hall viewing gallery.
• The door opens towards you (pull).
• The door may be difficult to open.
• The door is 87cm wide.
• The flooring is vinyl.
• There is a designated space within the viewing gallery with room for 2 wheelchairs.
• Companions can sit next to you.
• There are 9 deep (20cm) steps to access the staggered seating area.
• Chairs in the sports hall viewing gallery do not have armrests.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (First Floor Corridor - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, at the end of the corridor, on the left just before the fitness suite.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text 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 has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 156cm x 254cm (5ft 1in x 8ft 4in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is 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) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 117cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 good.
  • 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 97cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.

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Fitness Suite

• The fitness suite is located on the first floor, at the end of the corridor, on the left.
• The fitness suite is not staffed.
• There are surveillance cameras in the fitness suite.
• There is step free access to the fitness suite.
• Level access is by lift.
• The doors are manual.
• The door opening width is 172cm.
• Staff receive training in assisting disabled people.
• There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
• There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; cable resistance machines, upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed, arm cycles and free weights.
• The type of flooring in the fitness suite is vinyl.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Fitness Suite Information View
  • There are sofas and armchairs within the gym.

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Accessible Changing Room (Fitness Suite - Left Hand Transfer)

• This accessible changing room is located on the right as you enter the fitness suite.
• This accessible changing room is approximately 5m from the fitness suite entrance.
• There is step-free access to the accessible changing room.
• This is a shared changing room.
• A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the accessible changing room 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 door opening is 88cm .
• The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
• The door has a horizontal grab rail.
• The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is poor.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 280cm x 345cm.
• The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is a lateral transfer space.
• As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
• The lateral transfer space is 210cm (6ft 11in).
• The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
• There is a flush on the transfer side.
• There is spatula type lever flush.
• There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
• The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
• There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
• As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is 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) and wall is good.
• The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
• There is an emergency alarm.
• The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
• Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
• There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
• There is a/are coat hook(s).
• The height of the coat hook is 117cm from the floor.
• There is a mirror.
• The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
• There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
• The toilet has a cistern.
• The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
• 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 fair.
• 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
• 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 good.
• 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 99cm.
• There is not a towel dispenser.
• There is a hand dryer.
• The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The height of the hand dryer is 91cm (2ft 12in).
• The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is fair.
• The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
• There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
• The shower head is height adjustable.
• The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
• There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
• The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
• The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
• The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is good.
• There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
• The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is good.
• There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
• The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
• There is a dry seat for changing.
• There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.

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• Comments View
  • There is also a fixed height shower unit at a height of 184cm.
  • There is a similar changing room at the front right of the fitness suite.

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Changing Area (Fitness Suite Male)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located on the first floor in the fitness suite, against the front wall.
  • The changing area is approximately 10m from the fitness suite entrance.
  • The changing area is approximately 15m from the lift.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers and standard toilets.
  • This is a male changing area.
  • Similar female changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are lockers within the changing area.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are good.
  • There is a second door with similar dimensions to the first.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is stepped access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower cubicle is accessed by a shallow (5cm) step, created by the shower tray.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The height of the shower head(s) is/are 200cm.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
  • There is no seat for the shower(s).
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.

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Studio

• The studio is located on the first floor and is accessed through the gym.
• The studio is approximately 20m from the lift.
• There are double doors to enter the studio.
• The doors open towards you (pull).
• The doors may be difficult to open.
• The doors are 180cm wide.
• The flooring in the studio is wood.
• The flooring has a shiny finish.
• There are free weights within the studio.
• There is an emergency alarm button on the wall to the right as you exit.
• The height of the emergency alarm button is 113cm.