Access Guide
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include a Swimming Pool, Gym and a Studio.
Location
- There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
- The nearest National Rail station is Bradford Interchange.
Opening Times
- Opening times do vary depending on timetabling.
- Please click here for information on opening times.
Parking
- The venue does have its own car park.
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Venue Car Park
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- Parking is free for all users.
- The car park is located at the front of the venue.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot 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 250cm x 450cm (8ft 2in x 14ft 9in).
- The nearest Blue Badge bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
- The furthest Blue Badge bay is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
- The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
- The dropped kerb does not 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.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 139cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 99cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
Reception
- The desk/counter is 3m (3yd 10in) from the Main Entrance.
- There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
- The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Comments
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- Photograph 3 shows the log in screen.
- This screen is 160cm high.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service(s).
- This venue does play background music.
- Music is played throughout the venue.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
- The lighting levels are varied.
Swimming Pool
- There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
- There is a ramped entrance into the water.
- There is a wet side chair available.
- There is not a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
- There are steps into the swimming pool.
- There are 6 steps.
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on both sides.
- There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
- There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.
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Comments
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- Photograph 5 shows the pool pod for easy access into the pool.
- There are several panic buttons located on the wall to the right of the pool.
- The height of these buttons is 36cm.
- Photographs 9 and 10 show the sauna and adjacent shower to the right of the pool.
- This shower has a deep step.
Fitness Suite (Gym)
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Access to Fitness Suite
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- The fitness suite is located ahead and to the right as you enter.
- The fitness suite is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the Main Entrance.
- There is step free access to the fitness suite.
- There are doors into the fitness suite.
- The doors open towards you (pull).
- The doors are single.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The opening is 85cm wide.
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Fitness Suite (General)
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- Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
- A portable hearing assistance system is not available for induction.
- There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
- There is level access to all of the equipment.
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Comments
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- Some of the equipment has a 1m manoeuvring space.
- Various machines are suitable for wheelchair users.
Standard Changing Room (Changing Village - Unisex)
- There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the Main Entrance.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the reception desk.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the pool.
- The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located to the left as you enter.
- There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
- Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
- There is level access to the shower facilities.
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Comments
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- There are family changing cubicles in this area.
- The height of the baby change is 94cm.
- The height of the toddler chair is 85cm.
Standard Changing Room (Gym)
- There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the Main Entrance.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Fitness Suite.
- The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located ahead and to the right as you enter.
- There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
- Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
- There is not level access to the shower facilities.
- The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via a deep step.
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Comments
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- There are standard toilets in the male and female standard changing rooms.
- Photographs 1 to 7 show the female standard changing room.
Changing Places (Hygiene Room 1)
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Location and Access
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- The facility is located to the right as you enter the Changing Village.
- The facility is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the Main Entrance.
- The facility is not in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
- The facility is located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
- There is level access to the facility.
- The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall .
- There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- You do need a key for the facility.
- The key is not a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from reception.
- There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
- The door opens inwards.
- The door may be difficult to open.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The width of the door is 93cm (3ft 1in).
- The dimensions of the facility are 370cm x 355cm.
- The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
- There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
- The facility has a non-slip floor.
- There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
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Toilet Details
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- The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 89cm (2ft 11in).
- Dropdown rails are provided.
- As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
- There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall .
- There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 51cm (1ft 8in).
- There is a spatula flush.
- There is not a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- There is a high colour contrast between the toilet seat and pan.
- There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The facility changing bench is free standing.
- The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
- The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
- The facility hoist is powered overhead.
- The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
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Shower Details
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- 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 a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
- The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 51cm (1ft 8in).
- There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
- There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
- There is a high colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall.
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Other Facilities
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- A privacy screen is not available.
- The type of wash basin is adjustable.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
- As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
- There is a high colour contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 118cm.
- Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the hand dryer is 102cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 123cm.
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a/are clinical waste disposal units.
- There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
- There is not a coat hook.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Comments
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- There are two changing benches in this room.
- The transfer space to the right of the toilet is obstructed by one of the changing benches.
- The transfer space to the left is obstructed by the waste disposal unit.
- Photograph 12 shows the lockers located outside Hygiene Rooms 1 and 2.
- These lockers are at a suitable height for wheelchair users and have a knee space below.
- Additional information on this Changing Places toilet facility can be foundhere.
- There are two changing benches in this room.
Changing Places (Hygiene Room 2)
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Location and Access
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- The facility is located to the right as you enter the Changing Village.
- The facility is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
- The facility is not in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
- The facility is located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
- There is level access to the facility.
- The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall .
- There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- You do need a key for the facility.
- The key is not a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from reception.
- There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
- The door opens inwards.
- The door may be difficult to open.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The width of the door is 94cm (3ft 1in).
- The dimensions of the facility are 360cm x 358cm.
- The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
- There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
- The facility has a non-slip floor.
- There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
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Toilet Details
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- The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- Dropdown rails are provided.
- As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
- There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall .
- There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 52cm (1ft 8in).
- There is a spatula flush.
- There is not a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- There is a high colour contrast between the toilet seat and pan.
- There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The facility changing bench is free standing.
- The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
- The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
- The facility hoist is powered overhead.
- The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
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Shower Details
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- 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 a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
- The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
- The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 50cm (1ft 8in).
- There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
- There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
- There is a high colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall.
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Other Facilities
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- A privacy screen is not available.
- The type of wash basin is adjustable.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
- As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
- There is a high colour contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 107cm.
- Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the hand dryer is 100cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm.
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a/are non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
- There is not a coat hook.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Comments
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- The transfer space to the right is obstructed by the waste disposal unit.
- The transfer space to the left is obstructed by the changing bench.
- Additional information on this Changing Places toilet facility can be foundhere.
Accessible Toilet (Viewing Area - Right Hand Transfer)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located in the viewing area ahead and to the left as you enter the venue.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 94cm (3ft 1in).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 137cm x 224cm (4ft 6in x 7ft 4in).
- There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is a/are sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
- The shelf is at a height of 94cm.
- The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
- There is a mirror.
- Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 52cm (1ft 8in).
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm (3ft 11in).
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 105cm (3ft 5in).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 75cm (2ft 6in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
- There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Comments
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- There is an accessible toilet in both Hygiene Room 1 and 2.
Standard Toilet(s) (Main Concourse)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
- Lighting levels in the female toilets are moderate to good.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located ahead and to the right as you enter.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
- Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
Standard Toilet(s) (Changing Village)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located at the rear of the Changing Village.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
- Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
Additional Info
- A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
- An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
- The assistance dog toilet area is located on the grass areas around the car park.