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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a fitness suite and sports hall.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include outdoor sports pitches.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Nechells.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Duddeston.

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COVID-19 Information

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Sunday 09:00 - 15:00.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is at the side of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There are 4 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 360cm x 520cm (11ft 10in x 17ft 1in).
  • The nearest designated bay is 14m (15yd) from the main entrance lift.
  • The furthest designated bay is 25m (27yd) from the main entrance lift.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb / non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • The patron does not have to cross a road.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 220.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The nearest and furthest Blue Badge bays are 12m and 23m from the lower ground entrance, respectively.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue on Rupert Street.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • The Main Entrance enters the centre at upper ground level.
  • There is a 2cm threshold on the mat just beyond the entrance.
  • This can be overcome by using the main entrance/car park lift or the lower ground entrance.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading up to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 115cm (3ft 9in).
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located leading up to the entrance.
• There is / are 11 step(s) to the area / service.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • The ramp overcomes the steps.

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Lift (Main Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the front of the venue next to the car park.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-UG.
• The lift is 12m (13yd 4in) from the car park.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 77cm (2ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 118cm x 132cm (3ft 10in x 4ft 4in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • There are a set of 15+ steps that lead up to the main entrance from the car park.
  • This lift overcomes these steps and brings you straight into the centre at upper ground level, opposite reception.

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Outside Access (Lower Ground Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the venue in the car park.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open automatically.
  • The doors are single width.
  • The door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in) wide.
• Comments View
  • The second door is push pad operated.

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Level Change (Lower Ground Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).

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Reception

• The reception desk is 2m (6ft 7in) from the main entrance lift.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is high height.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• Lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in some parts of the venue.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-UG.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting level is bright.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead as you enter in the main corridor.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-UG.
• The lift is 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance lift.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 102cm x 150cm (3ft 4in x 4ft 11in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the upper ground level.
  • The fitness suite is 12m (13yd) from the main entrance lift.
  • There is level access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 83cm (2ft 9in) wide.
• IFI Accredited Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite has attained IFI level one.
  • A number of staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equity Training.
  • IFI accredited equipment is available.
  • For example: treadmill, upright cycle, leg extension and upper body multi-station.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Accessible Toilet (Foyer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located ahead as you exit the lift opposite reception.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 134cm x 195cm (4ft 5in x 6ft 5in).
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 65cm (2ft 2in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • The baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 98cm (3ft 2in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.

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Accessible Toilet (Lower Ground)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor next to the lower ground entrance.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 210cm (6ft 7in x 6ft 11in).
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • This accessible toilet is 2m from the lower ground entrance.

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Accessible Shower (Lower Ground)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The showers are located within the accessible toilet.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails and a fixed seat.
• The height of the seat is 46cm (1ft 6in).
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The female and male toilets are 2m (2yd 7in) from the main entrance lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Changing Room

• There are standard changing rooms available.
• The standard changing room is 3m (9ft 10in) from the lift.
• The standard changing room is 13m (14yd) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room is 6m (19ft 8in) from the fitness suite.
• The standard changing rooms are located on the lower ground floor.
• There is level access to the standard changing rooms.

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Standard Shower

• There are standard level access shower facilities available.
• The showers are located within the standard changing rooms.
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are available in Braille.
• Documents are available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located outside the venue.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.