Access Guide
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include a swimming and leisure pool, solarium, ice rink, children's Playzone, cafes, Studio B (Hair and Beauty Salon), Icebreakers Bar, fitness suite and dance studio, 3 squash courts function and conference facilities and the main hall.
- Services / facilities within the grounds include a cycle track and hub.
- Related link Doncaster Dome.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/doncaster-metropolitan-borough-council/access-guides/doncaster-dome
- Related link Doncaster Dome - Swimming Pool and Spa.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/doncaster-metropolitan-borough-council/access-guides/doncaster-dome-swimming-pool-and-spa
- Related link Doncaster Dome - Playzone and Ice Caps.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/doncaster-metropolitan-borough-council/access-guides/doncaster-dome-playzone-and-ice-caps
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- For information on Doncaster Dome - Icebreakers Bar please click here (opens in new tab).
- The fitness suite is located the rear of the Doncaster Dome, beyond the forum area.
Opening Times
- Monday 06:00 - 22:00.
- Tuesday 06:00 - 22:00.
- Wednesday 06:00 - 22:00.
- Thursday 06:00 - 22:00.
- Friday 06:00 - 21:00.
- Saturday 07:00 - 19:00.
- Sunday 07:00 - 19:00.
Location
- There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
- The nearest National Rail station is Doncaster.
Parking (Car Park 4)
- 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 be booked in advance.
- There is/are 4 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 350cm x 590cm (11ft 6in x 19ft 4in).
- The nearest Blue Badge bay is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- The furthest Blue Badge bay is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
- 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 - Fitness Suite)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located in car park 4.
- 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 single width.
- The width of the door opening is 100cm.
- 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 double width.
- The width of the door opening is 172cm.
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- There is a third set of entrance doors, (photograph 6).
- These doors are double, heavy and open towards you.
- The doors are 150cm wide.
Access Point (Gliwice Way)
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Access Point
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- This information is for the access point located leading to the main entrance from Gliwice Way.
- There is not an information board/map at this access point.
- There is stepped access at this access point.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located beyond the access point.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located leading from.
- There is/are 7 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are in the centre.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
Outside Access (Doncaster Dome - 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 ramped/sloped or stepped 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 260cm.
- 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 94cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located leading from car park 1.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
Access Point (Doncaster Dome - Fitness Suite Internal Access Point)
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Access Point
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- This information is for the access point located on the lower ground floor of Doncaster Dome.
- There is not an information board/map at this access point.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
- There is no gate at this access point.
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- There are barriers beyond this access point.
- These barriers are 100m wide,
- There is a set of double doors beyond the barriers.
- These doors are heavy, open away from you and are 156cm wide.
Access Point (Ice Caps - Play Zone - Fitness Suite - Forum - Forum Accessible and Standard Toilets)
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Access Point
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- This information is for the access point located opposite reception.
- There is an information board/map at this access point.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this access point.
- There is no gate at this access point.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located beyond the access point.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
Reception
- The desk/counter is 1m (3ft 3in) from the main entrance - fitness suite entrance.
- There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
- The lighting levels are medium.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Comments
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- There are automatic gate entrance to the right of reception.
- The gate is 90cm wide and opens away from you by card swipe.
- The height of the card swipe is 94cm.
- The gate can also be opened by the receptionist.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service(s).
- This venue does play background music.
- Music is played in the gym and dance studio.
- Motorised scooters are not welcomed in public parts of the venue.
- The lighting levels are medium.
Fitness Suite
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Access to Fitness Suite
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- The fitness suite is located to the rear of the venue.
- The fitness suite is 21m (22yd 2ft) from the main entrance - fitness suite 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 double.
- The doors are heavy.
- The opening is 160cm wide.
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Fitness Suite (General)
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- Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
- Training provided is by the local authority.
- Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes the multi gym, recumbent cycle, rowing machines, and the upper and lower body curl machines.
- A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
- There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
- There is level access to all of the equipment.
Main Hall - Theatre
- The main hall is located
- This area can be used for various types of events including concerts and sports.
- The tiered seating can be arranged accordingly.
- The steps leading to the seating is unmarked, shallow and does not have handrails.
- The main hall can also be used for basketball, tennis, and badminton. The hall can be divided in to sections with netting according to bookings.
Toilet with Adaptations (Fitness Suite)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 56m (61yd 9in) from the fitness suite entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located in the corridor opposite the gym.
- The accessible toilet is located off the main corridor.
- 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 locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The door is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 153cm x 310cm (5ft x 10ft 2in).
- There is 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
- 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 the left.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- 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 45cm (1ft 6in).
- 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 not a towel dispenser.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
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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 fair.
- There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are medium.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
- Baby change facilities are located within this accessible toilet.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 71cm (2ft 4in).
Accessible Changing Room
- There are accessible changing rooms available.
- The accessible changing room is located off the main corridor.
- The facility is 56m (61yd 9in) from the fitness suite entrance.
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 320cm x 307cm (10ft 6in x 10ft 1in).
- There is not an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
- The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is a locker within the accessible changing room.
- The locker is within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a changing bench.
- The facility changing bench height is fixed.
- The length of the bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
- There is a wheel in shower.
- The facilities available in the accessible shower are a flip-down seat.
- The height of the seat is 49cm (1ft 7in).
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- There is no accessibe toilet located within the changing room.
- There is an accessible toilet next to the changing room.
Standard Changing Room (Female)
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the maIn entrance fitness suite entrance.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the gym.
- The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located to the right beyond the entrance.
- 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.
- The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via a medium step.
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- There are male standard changing rooms adjacent.
- There are communal showers in the changing room with level access, (photograph 8).
Standard Toilet(s)
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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 off the main corridor opposite the gym.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 58m (63yd 1ft) from the main entrance - fitness suite entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Squash Courts
- There are 4 squash courts located at the rear of the venue. There is a single heavy door that opens away from you and is 88cm wide to access the court.
- Standard changing rooms are also available in this area.
Standard Changing Room (Squash Courts - Male)
- There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 108m (118yd 4in) from the fitness suite entrance.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 104m (113yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the squash courts.
- The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located at the rear of the venue.
- 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 medium step.
Standard Changing Room (Squash Courts - Female)
- There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 112m (122yd 1ft) from the fitness suite entrance.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 108m (118yd 4in) from the reception desk.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the squash courts.
- The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located at the rear of the venue, on the mezzanine level.
- There is not 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 medium step.
Level Change (Squash Courts Standard Changing Rooms - Female)
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located on the approach to the female changing rooms.
- There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
Toilet with Adaptations (Forum Area / Fitness Suite)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift.
- This accessible toilet is located to the right of the fitness suite entrance.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
- This is by lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The door is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 180cm (6ft 7in x 5ft 11in).
- 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 135cm (4ft 5in).
- 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 clinical 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 is higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
- 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 102cm (3ft 4in).
- 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 105cm (3ft 5in).
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
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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 bright.
Standard Toilet(s) (Forum Area / Fitness Suite)
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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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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right of the fitness suite entrance.
- The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the lift.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
- This is by lift.
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right of the fitness suite entrance.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
- This is by lift.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Other Floors (Fitness Suite)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G,1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
- The lighting levels are bright.
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Other
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- The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the dance studio.
Other Floors (Forum)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG,G.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
- The lighting levels are bright.
Lift (Forum)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located at the rear of the venue.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG,G.
- Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
- The lift is approximately 160m (174yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 150cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting level in the lift is bright.
Additional Info
- Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
- Documents are not available in Braille.
- Documents are not available in large print.
- A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
- A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.