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Summary

• This is a clinic.
• Services within the building include: wheelchair services, physiotherapy, paediatric audiology.

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Getting Here (Europa Point)

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• By Road View
  • Europa Point is located north of Warrington town centre, on Europa Boulevard.
    Europa Boulevard is off the A49 when coming from the M62 junction 9.
    Europa Boulevard can also be accessed from Warrington centre via the A574 Cromwell Avenue.
  • Europa Point has its own car park in front of the building, with spaces designated for patients and visitors.
    There are 4 Blue Badge bays directly in front of the main entrance.
• By Bus View
  • There are bus stops on Europa Boulevard within 0.1 mile, approximately a 2 minute walk.
    Services 18, 254 P18, and 17 use these stops.
• By Train View
  • The closest railway station is Warrington Central, which is 2.5 miles away.
    Warrington bus station is a 2 minute walk from Warrington Central.
• Useful Links View
  • Warrington bus timetables.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Northern Rail website for Warrington Central rail station, with links to timetables.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance (Europa Point)

• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; large print on request and different languages on request.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow to use around the building.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are not available.
• There is not a/are not hearing assistance system(s) available.
• Home visits services are available.

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Parking (Europa Point)

• 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 located at the front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 4 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 235cm x 470cm (7ft 9in x 15ft 5in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • A dropped kerb at the rear of the building gives access to the Community Equipment Stores entrance.

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Outside Access (Europa Point Main Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There are bollards outside this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 248cm.
  • The bollard(s) has/have a high visual contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 102cm (3ft 4in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 129cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is portable.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

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Opening Times (Europa Point)

• Monday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Reception (Europa Point Main Entrance)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located ahead from the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main 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, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the low section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • 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.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
  • There is a television.
  • Subtitles are available.
  • Vending machines are not available.
  • A water dispenser is not available.
  • There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Getting Around (Europa Point)

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the majority of the building.
  • There is a slight ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to the Audiology Suite.
  • The width of the ramp or slope is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
  • There is/are 1 clearly marked step(s), with a handrail on the right going up, for access to the Audiology Suite.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl.
  • Handrails are not provided in corridors.
  • Seating is not provided in corridors.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Signage and Wayfinding View
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • 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 not play background music in public areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.

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Waiting Room / Area (Paediatric Audiology)

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is approximately 23m from the main entrance.
• There is level access into the waiting room / area.
• There is not a/are not door(s) into the waiting room / area.
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is a space for a wheelchair user to wait within the seating area.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• All chairs have armrests.
• Announcements are in person.
• The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
• There is not a television.
• Vending machines are not available.
• A water dispenser is not available.
• There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Lighting levels are good.

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• Comments View
  • The width of the gap into this area is 100cm.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Clinic 1 - Wheelchair Services)

• There is / are 7 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Clinic 1.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist is available.
• The hoist is powered overhead.
• A sling is available.
• The sling is attached by hook and loop.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Clinic 2 - Wheelchair Services)

• There is / are 7 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Clinic 2.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) automatically away from you.
• The automatic door(s) is/are push pad activated.
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The width of the door opening is 174cm (5ft 9in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist is available.
• The hoist is powered overhead.
• A sling is available.
• The sling is attached by hook and loop.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Clinic 3 - Wheelchair Services)

• There is / are 7 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Clinic 3.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• A hoist is available.
• The hoist is powered overhead.
• A sling is available.
• The sling is attached by hook and loop.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Clinic 4 - Consulting Room)

• There is / are 7 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Clinic 4.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Clinic 5 - Physiotherapy)

• There is / are 7 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Clinic 5.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Clinic 6 - Physiotherapy)

• There is / are 7 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Clinic 6.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• The bed / couch is adjustable.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Clinic 7 - Audiology Suite - Paediatric)

• There is / are 7 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Audiology Suite.
• There is not level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is carpet.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Conference / Meeting Facilities (Meeting Room)

• Conference/meeting facilities are available.
• The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor of Europa House.
• There is step-free access to the conference/meeting facilities.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room(s).
• The lighting levels in the room(s) are good.

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Changing Places (Transfer Space on Both Sides)

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located on the ground floor, ahead from the main entrance.
  • The facility is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access into the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 397cm x 295cm.
  • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
• 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 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There are no vertical grab rails for the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 87cm.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 178cm (5ft 10in).
• Shower Details View
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm.
  • 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 the right.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • There is a/are pedal bin and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is a coat hook.
  • The height of the coat hook is 165cm from the floor.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located ahead from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 9m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 94cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Outside Access (Community Equipment Stores)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 106cm.
• Comments View
  • There is a path around the building leading to the Community Equipment Stores entrance from the car park.
    
  • The path is accessed via dropped kerbs which are slightly sloped.

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Reception (Wheelchair Collection)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located ahead from the Community Equipment Stores entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Community Equipment Stores 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, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are low to moderate.
  • The height of the reception counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the low section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.