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Overview

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• About View
  • Hotel Riu Plaza Times Square is a large hotel with 32 floors.
  • There are 647 bedrooms.
  • There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
  • There are 33 bedrooms with adaptations.
  • There is step-free access via ramp to all bedrooms with adaptations.
  • None of the bedrooms with adaptations have adjoining rooms.
  • All bedrooms with adaptations have an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
  • Only assistance dogs are welcomed here.
  • Shared facilities include: a restaurant, a bar, a café and a gym.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue does not have its own car park.
  • There is a public car park nearby.
  • The nearest car park is located in West 46th Street.
  • The nearest train station is Penn Station.
  • This station has step-free access.
  • The nearest underground station is 50th Street.
  • This underground station has step-free access.
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • The most accessible entrance is also the main entrance.
  • There is 1 other entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the other entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There are no doors along circulation routes.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • Seating is available.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a shower chair.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.

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Parking

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• Drop-off Point View
  • It is possible to drop-off outside the hotel entrance but there is not a marked zone.
• Public Parking View
  • There is a public car park located in West 46th Street.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available in the car park.
  • Electric vehicle charging points are not available in the car park.
  • The recommended parking garage for hotel guests is located in West 50th Street, approximately 550m from the hotel.
  • This is a City Parking multi-storey garage.
  • It does not have designated accessible parking but does have valet parking.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
  • The toilets with adaptations are located on the L and LL floors.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located in the lobby.
• Changing Facilities View
  • Standard changing facilities are located on the LL floor, in the gym.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities with adaptations are located in the standard changing rooms.
  • Standard shower facilities are located in the standard changing rooms.

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Main Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the building, in West 46th Street.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces and bollards.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 167cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 165cm.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.

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Capital Grab and Go Entrance

• This entrance is located in West 46th Street, to the right of the main entrance.
• The approach to the entrance has bollards.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 80cm.
• The door has a low colour contrast.
• There is a second, single manual door.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 85cm.
• The door has a low colour contrast.
• This entrance gives direct access to the Capital Grab and Go café from the street.

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Lobby

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• Access View
  • There is step-free level access to the lobby.
  • The following are located in the lobby area: Reception / Check In, a concierge service, a luggage room, a bar, a restaurant, a café and toilets with adaptations.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the lobby area.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • There is background noise.
  • There is overhead / area signage in the lobby area.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is not consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Reception / Check-In View
  • The height of the reception desk is 116cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 79cm.
  • The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 130cm.
  • The payment machine is at a fixed height.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Other Services View
  • The Bellman desk was surveyed.
  • The height of the desk is 116cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • The desk has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 130cm.
  • The payment machine is at a fixed height.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The Concierge desk was surveyed.
  • The height of the desk is 120cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating View
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and sofas.
  • Some chairs are fixed.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.

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Hotel Corridors

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access between floors via lift.
  • There is step-free level access throughout walkways.
• Circulation View
  • There are no doors along circulation routes.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the walls and floor along most circulation routes.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Food and Drink

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• Restaurant Bar Café 1 View
  • Fashion Bar is located in the lobby.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors have a medium colour contrast.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • Counters include: self-service counters and a bar.
  • None of the counters are at a suitable height for standing users.
  • None of the counters are at a suitable height for seated users.
  • Menus are handheld.
  • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and gluten free food.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
  • Some seating is fixed.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • Some tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Restaurant Bar Café 2 View
  • Capital Grab and Go is located in the lobby.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 88cm.
  • Capital Grab and Go can also be accessed from West 46th Street.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • Counters include: a self-service counter and a payment counter.
  • Some of the counters are at a suitable height for standing users.
  • None of the counters are at a suitable height for seated users.
  • Menus are wall-mounted and wall-mounted (digital).
  • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: stools and high stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
• Restaurant Bar Café 3 View
  • The Theater Buffet Restaurant is located off the lift lobby.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is ramped access into this area.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • There is an opening without doors.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • Counters include: service counters and self-service counters.
  • None of the counters are at a suitable height for standing users.
  • None of the counters are at a suitable height for seated users.
  • Menus are not available.
  • The following are available: drinking straws.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • The Theater Buffet Restaurant is open for breakfast only.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Lobby - Male - Left Transfer)

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• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located at the rear of the lobby.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 44m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a low colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • There is a second door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 240cm (width) x 150cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 175cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
  • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 46cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 60cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever tap.
  • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 84cm from the floor.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 125cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 113cm from the floor.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 120cm and 150cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is also a female toilet with adaptations in this location.
  • The female toilet has right hand transfer.

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Lifts

• The lift surveyed is located at the rear right of the lobby.
• The distance from the main entrance is 35m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• This route also has bollards.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Floors LL and L and floors 3 to 28 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a medium colour contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 105cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 206cm (width) x 162cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
  • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
  • Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
  • There are 5 lifts in this location, 3 to the left and 2 to the right.
  • Only the 2 lifts on the right go down to the LL floor.
  • There is an additional lift outside the Capital Grab and Go café which has similar specifications but also serves the 29th and 30th floors.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Fashion Bar - Female - Right Transfer)

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• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located in the Fashion Bar.
  • The distance from the Fashion Bar entrance is 27m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a medium colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • There is a second door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a medium colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 177cm (width) x 130cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 110cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
  • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the left as you face the toilet.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 45cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 52cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 106cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 117cm from the floor.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 122cm and 175cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
  • There is a male toilet with adaptations next to this one.
  • The male toilet has left hand transfer.

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Stairs (Lobby to LL floor)

• The stairs are located at the rear of the lobby, next to the lifts.
• The lobby and LL floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The steps are unmarked.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm-45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• This stairway is used to access the facilities on the LL floor.

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Stairs (Stairway C)

• The stairs are located at the rear of the lobby.
• Floors LL, L and 3 to 28 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
• There is a handrail on the left going up.
• The handrail is easy to grip.
• The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The step markings are not clearly visible.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• There is an additional stairway (D) which is similar to this one.
• Due to the number of floors guests generally use the lifts with the exception of the facilities on the LL floor which has a dedicated stairway.

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Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (1001)

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• Bedroom Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the 10th floor.
  • The distance from the lifts is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is Braille, tactile and numbered signage on or near the door.
  • Entry to the room is by a key card reader.
  • The height of the key card reader is 109cm.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 83cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a king bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 60cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 11cm from the floor.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
  • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair with armrests and a sofa.
  • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk and a wardrobe for a seated user.
  • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, a medication fridge, TV with subtitles and a flashing fire alarm.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
• Ensuite Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens by sliding and has a medium colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 77cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 176cm (width) x 160cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 105cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
  • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is in the centre of the cistern.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 60cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 83cm from the floor.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 110cm from the floor.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 122cm and 170cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
  • There is a fixed shower head and a separate detachable shower head.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There are grab rails for the shower.
  • The grab rails for the shower have a medium colour contrast.
  • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
  • There is no emergency alarm .

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Gym (LL Floor)

• The gym is located on the LL floor next to the lifts.
• There is step-free level access into the gym.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 100cm.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• There is a locked extension leaf .
• The width of the opening is 77cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening .
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is a second set of double manual doors.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 160cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening .
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Access throughout may include permanent physical obstructions.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• The gym is not staffed.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• There is some clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
• Equipment includes free weights and cable resistance machines.
• Seating available includes: chairs with armrests.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

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Standard Changing Room (LL Floor - Male)

• The changing room surveyed is located on the LL floor, in the gym.
• The distance from the lifts is 12m.
• The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
• There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
• There is step-free level access into the changing room.
• The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 80cm.
• Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
• Washing and toilet facilities available in the changing room include: a wheel-in shower, a standard shower, a toilet with adaptations and a wash basin.
• Changing facilities available in the changing room include: a changing table/bench.
• The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
• The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
• There is not a towel dispenser.
• There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
• The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
• The height of the baby change facility when in use is 95cm.
• There is also a mirror and coat hooks in the room.
• There is a shower in the changing room.
• There is a 15cm step to access the shower cubicle.
• There is a fixed shower head and a separate detachable shower head.
• The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
• There is no shower seat.
• There are no grab rails for the shower.
• There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
• There is a toilet cubicle with adaptations and a shower with adaptations in this changing room.
• There are also 2 urinals, including one at a lower level.
• There is a female standard changing room next to this one.
• The female changing room also has a toilet with adaptations and a shower with adaptations but the room itself has a different layout.

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Toilet with Adaptations (LL Floor - Male Standard Changing Room - Right Transfer)

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• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located in the male changing room.
  • The distance from the lifts is 12m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • There is a second door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 135cm (width) x 138cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
  • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 60cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 85cm from the floor.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 135cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 108cm from the floor.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 122cm and 152cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a toilet with adaptations in the female standard changing room.
  • The female toilet has left transfer.

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Shower with Adaptations (LL Floor - Male Changing Room)

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• Access View
  • The shower surveyed is located in the male changing room.
  • The distance from the lifts is 12m.
  • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • There is a second door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
  • There is no emergency alarm .
  • There is a fixed shower head and a separate detachable shower head.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 45cm from the floor.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The grab rail for the shower has a low colour contrast.
  • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has no disposal facilities.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • There is a baby change table.
  • The height of the baby change table when extended is 95cm.