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Overview

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• About View
  • There are 439 bedrooms.
  • There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
  • There are 12 bedrooms with adaptations.
  • There is step-free level access to all bedrooms with adaptations.
  • None of the bedrooms with adaptations have adjoining rooms.
  • 4 bedrooms with adaptations have an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
  • 8 bedrooms with adaptations have an ensuite with a bath.
  • Only assistance dogs are welcomed here.
  • Shared facilities include: a restaurant, a bar, a café and a gym.
  • Tennis courts are available.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park.
  • There is a drop-off point.
  • The nearest train station is Grand Central.
  • The nearest underground station is Grand Central.
  • The hotel parking is valet parking only.
  • The drop-off point is at the front of the hotel.
  • There are a number of public car parks near to the hotel, none of car parks are connected with the hotel.
• 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 access via ramp at the other entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: Ambassador Grill (there is a route via the staff lift which can be used to bypass the step) and Tennis Courts.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps: the lobby seating area and East Tower lifts to rooms and gym.
  • There are no doors along circulation routes.
  • All floors can be accessed via a standard lift.
  • The are two sets of lifts, one for the East Tower and one for the West Tower.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • Seating is available.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.

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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 lower level next to Ambassador Grill and on the 2nd floor next to the meetings rooms. Guests will need to speak to a member of staff to use them.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located within the gym and near the meeting room facilities on the 2nd and 28th floors.
  • Female and male standard toilet facilities with stepped access are located at the rear of the lobby, next to the East Tower lifts.
• Changing Facilities View
  • Standard changing facilities are located within the gym.

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Parking

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• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located on East 44th Street.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.
  • The hotel parking is valet parking only.
  • The drop-off point is at the front of the hotel.
• Public Parking View
  • There are number of public car parks located near to the hotel, none of the car parks are connected with the hotel.

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Main Entrance

• This entrance is located on East 44th Street.
• The approach to the entrance has bollards.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a slight gradient.
• The ramp is over 150cm wide.
• There are no handrails for the ramp.
• There is a bell at a height of 105cm.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 75cm.
• The door has a low colour contrast.
• There is a second, single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 80cm.
• The door has a low colour contrast.
• There is a member of staff at the entrance to provide assistance.
• There is a set of revolving doors which is the main entrance to the hotel.
• The doors surveyed are used to bypass the revolving doors.

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West Tower Entrance

• This entrance is located off East 44th Street.
• The approach to the entrance has bollards.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a slight gradient.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
• There are no handrails for the ramp.
• There are double manual doors.
• The doors open away from you.
• The doors require effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 170cm.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• There is a second set of double manual doors.
• The doors open towards you.
• The doors require effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 160cm.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• This entrance is used to give step-free access to the West Tower lifts.
• There is stepped only access from this entrance to the reception and lobby area.

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Lobby

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• Access View
  • There is ramped or stepped access to the lobby.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • There are not any level resting areas along the ramp.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
  • There is a handrail on the right going up.
  • There are 5 steps into the lobby.
  • There is a central handrail.
  • 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 steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 15cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
  • The following are located in the lobby area: reception / check-in, a seating area, a café and standard toilets.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the lobby area.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the restrooms.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps: the lobby seating area and East Tower lifts.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • There is background noise.
  • There is wayfinding signage in the lobby area.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
• Reception / Check-In View
  • The height of the reception desk is 115cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • The reception has mirrors which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 115cm.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Other Services View
  • The Front of House counter was surveyed.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section is 86cm.
  • The counter has mirrors which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating View
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • Some tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • 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.

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Food and Drink

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• Restaurant Bar Café 1 View
  • The UN Cafe is located in the lobby opposite the front of house counter.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is sloped access into this area.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is an opening without doors.
  • The width of the opening is 118cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There is a payment counter.
  • The surface height is 117cm.
  • Menu types include: wall-mounted and countertop.
  • 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: high stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: high tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Restaurant Bar Café 2 View
  • Admirals Grill - Restaurant is located at the rear of the lobby.
  • The most accessible route has a steep ramp.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There are 9 steps.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • There are handrails on both sides, that are within reach, for the steps.
  • There is an alternative route via an employee lift, a hotel guest must be accompanied by a hotel employee to use this route.
  • Please ask an employee for more information.
  • There is an opening without doors.
  • The width of the opening is 135cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • Counters include: self-service counters.
  • None of the counters are at a suitable height for standing users.
  • All counters are at a suitable height for seated users.
  • Menu types include: countertop.
  • 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.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Some seating is fixed.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Restaurant Bar Café 3 View
  • Admirals Grill - Bar is located at the rear of the lobby.
  • The most accessible route has a steep ramp.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There are 9 steps.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • There are handrails on both sides, that are within reach, for the steps.
  • There is an alternative route via an employee lift, a hotel guest must be accompanied by a hotel employee to use this route.
  • Please ask an employee for more information.
  • There is an opening without doors.
  • The width of the opening is 135cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There is a bar.
  • The surface height is 106cm.
  • Menu types include: handheld.
  • 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.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, sofas and high stools.
  • Some seating is fixed.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (next to Ambassador Grill - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the lower level walkway near the Ambassador Grill.
  • There is an alternative route via an employee lift which bypasses the steps, a hotel guest must be accompanied by a hotel employee to use this route.
  • Please ask an employee for more information.
  • The distance from Ambassador Grill is 10m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has a steep ramp.
  • 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, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 83cm.
  • The door has a push button lock.
  • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 185cm (width) x 195cm (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 123cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a wall sensor 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 a vertical grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high 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 high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 58cm 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 87cm 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 100cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 125cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Lift (East Tower)

• The lift surveyed is located at the rear of the lobby.
• the main entrance
• The most accessible route to the lift has a steep ramp.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • All floors 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 weight limit for the lift is 111kg.
  • 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 100cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 125cm (width) x 200cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have 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 list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator and a mirror to aid reversing.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
  • Only the two furthest lifts on the right go to the 27th floor.

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Lift (West Tower)

• The lift surveyed is located ahead as you enter from the West Tower entrance.
• The distance from the West Tower entrance is 7m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • All floors in the West Tower can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high colour contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 907kg.
  • 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 82cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 136cm (width) x 160cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have 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 list of floor services/facilities, an audible announcer and a mirror to aid reversing.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

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Toilet with Adaptations (2nd Floor - Female Standard Toilets - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located within the standard toilets.
  • The 2nd floor of the hotel is for meeting and events.
  • The toilets are locked when there are no meetings or events taking place, if you wish to use this toilet please speak to an employee.
  • The distance from the lift is 9m.
• 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.
  • The signage is on the standard toilet door.
  • There is Braille and pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 80cm.
  • The door has a push button lock.
  • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 160cm (width) x 164cm (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 95cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a wall sensor 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 low colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
  • 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 low 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 low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 95cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 140cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 120cm from the floor.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a long mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Hotel Room 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.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
  • There is a Braille signage on the floor number signs and room door numbers.

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Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (East Tower - 2917 - Signature King Suite with Wheel in Shower)

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• Bedroom Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the 29th floor.
  • The distance from the lift is 30m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has a steep ramp.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is Braille 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 105cm.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a double bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 64cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 7cm from the floor.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed.
  • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a sofa and a riser recliner chair.
  • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk.
  • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, TV with subtitles and a flashing fire alarm.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
  • The door into the bedroom is 83cm wide.
  • There is a living room area.
  • The living room area has sofa's, armchairs, coffee table and a table.
  • There is a fridge and microwave.
• Ensuite Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards and has a low colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 83cm.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 147cm (width) x 293cm (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 90cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • 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 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 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 low colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 64cm 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 86cm 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 112cm from the floor.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror which is angled for ease of use.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • 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 lever.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 43cm 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 emergency alarm.

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Ensuite with Adaptations (East Tower - 2917 - Smaller Ensuite with Wheel in Shower)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite is located next to the living area.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards and has a low colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 83cm.
  • 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 ensuite are 125cm (width) x 215cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
  • 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 no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 42cm 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 40cm 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 86cm from the floor.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a bar of soap.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror which is angled for ease of use.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • 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 lever mixer.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 42cm from the floor.
  • 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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Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (East Tower - 2928 - Accessible King Room with Lowered Bath)

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• Bedroom Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the 28th floor.
  • The distance from the lift 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 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 110cm.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a king bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 65cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 2cm from the floor.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed.
  • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair without armrests, an armchair and a riser recliner chair.
  • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk and a table.
  • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, TV with subtitles and a flashing fire alarm.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
  • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
• Ensuite Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a low colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 89cm.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 230cm (width) x 150cm (depth).
  • There is 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 165cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • 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 no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 42cm 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 36cm 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 86cm from the floor.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a bar of soap.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror which is angled for ease of use.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 120cm 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 lowered bath with an overhead shower.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 42cm.
  • The bath has a lever mixer control.
  • There is a fixed shower head and a separate adjustable shower head.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.

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Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (West Tower - 3240 - Accessible King Room with Wheel in Shower)

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• Bedroom Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the 32nd floor.
  • The distance from the West Tower lift is 25m.
  • 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 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 114cm.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 83cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a king bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 64cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 6cm from the floor.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
  • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair without armrests and an armchair.
  • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk and a table.
  • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets, TV with subtitles and a flashing fire alarm.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
  • This bedroom has an adjoining room.
• Ensuite Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens by sliding and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 152cm (width) x 305cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • 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 no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 47cm 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 42cm 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 bar of soap.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror which is angled for ease of use.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 120cm and 170cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
  • There is a fixed shower head and a separate adjustable shower head.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 47cm from the floor.
  • 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 (27th Floor)

• The gym is located on the 27th floor.
• There is step-free level access into the gym.
• The gym is directly accessed by the further 2 East Tower lifts.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• The gym is not staffed.
• The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
• There is some clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
• Equipment includes free weights and cable resistance machines.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Changing Area (Gym)

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• Changing Area View
  • The female and male changing area was surveyed.
  • The changing area surveyed is located within the gym.
  • The distance from the lift is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • Facilities in this area include: toilets, a changing bench and lockers.
  • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
  • Ambulant toilet facilities are not available.
  • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The wash basin has lever taps.