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Overview

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• About View
  • View information on opening times.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Dundee.
  • This station has step-free access.
  • The nearest bus station is Seagate.
  • This bus station has step-free access.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via a slight slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • The most accessible entrance is the main entrance.
  • There are 4 other entrances.
  • 4 of the other entrances have step-free access via slope.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via slopes or ramps: the ground floor museum walkways, cinema and the High Mill (from the High Mill and Lift entrance).
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
  • The ground, first and second floors can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • Seating is available.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: Braille, large print, Makaton and different languages.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
• Related Access Guides View
  • The route guide covers the pedestrian route between Dundee Railway Station and Verdant Works Museum.
  • View information on Route Guide - Dundee Station to Verdant Works (opens new tab).

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located to the rear of Red Box, off Glazed Alley.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • Ambulant toilet facilities are located to the right from the Cinema and Toilets Entrance.
  • The male and female step-free standard toilet facilities are located to the right from the Cinema and Toilets Entrance.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the ambulant toilet.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the venue, off Blinshall Street.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are signposted and have markings which are faded.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 270cm (width) x 485cm (depth).
  • There are no hatched/marked zones.
  • The nearest designated bay is 100m from the courtyard entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight slopes.
  • This route has bollards.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Museum visitors must enter their details via the touchscreen at reception to avoid car park charges.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Access Points and Turnstiles (Courtyard Entrance)

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• Access Point View
  • This access point is located on West Henderson's Wynd.
  • The approach to the access point has uneven surfaces and a bollard.
  • The access point is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access via a slope.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is a single gate at this access point.
  • The gate is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 102cm.
  • The gate has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is step-free access via a slope as you enter.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.

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Outdoor Spaces (Courtyard)

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• About View
  • The following is available in this area: grounds.
• Getting Around View
  • There are surfaced footpaths throughout.
  • Surfaced footpaths consist of: cobbles.
  • The majority of the surfaced footpaths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • Some footpaths have sections with potential obstacles such as: uneven surfaces.
  • There is overhead / area signage in this area.
  • There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • There is not step-free level access throughout.
  • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the courtyard.

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Entrance (Reception, Shop and Café)

• This entrance is located to the left as you enter the courtyard.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• 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 a slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There are double manual doors.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 167cm.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• There is a second, single manual door.
• The door opens both ways.
• The width of the opening is 75cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a low colour contrast.
• The second door on the left can be used for access to the shop, with the second door on the right leading to café seating, with all areas adjoining once inside.

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Reception (Tickets and Shop)

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• Location View
  • The reception is located at the rear of the café and shop.
  • The distance from the Reception, Shop and Café Entrance is 10m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the reception has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access to the reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 91cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • The reception has windows and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 104cm to 111cm from the floor.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Sensory packs are available from reception.

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Eating and Drinking

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• Location and Access View
  • The café is located ahead as you enter the Reception, Café and Shop Entrance.
  • 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 open plan access.
• Order and Payment View
  • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • The service counter was surveyed.
  • The counter is located to the rear right of the café.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 90cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has windows and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 95cm.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • The height of the tray rail is 72cm.
• Service View
  • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
  • Full table service is available.
  • Menu types include: wall-mounted, menu boards and handheld.
  • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
  • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating Area View
  • The seating area is both inside and outside.
  • The outdoor seating area is partially covered.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the seating area.
  • There is step-free access by slope to some of the outdoor seating.
  • 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 walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, benches 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.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Entrance (Lodge Keeper's Office)

• This entrance is located to the right as you enter the courtyard.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is not 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 away from you.
• The width of the opening is 114cm.
• The door has a medium colour contrast.

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Entrance (Works Office)

• This entrance is located to the right as you enter the courtyard.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is ramped and stepped access at the entrance.
• The ramp bypasses the steps.
• The ramp has a steep gradient.
• There are not any level resting areas along the ramp.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide.
• There is a handrail on the left going up.
• There are 2 steps.
• There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The steps are unmarked.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 77cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a medium colour contrast.
• The Cinema and Toilets Entrance at the rear of the courtyard can be used as an alternative to this, with both leading to the museum and cinema areas.

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Entrance (Cinema and Toilets)

• This entrance is located at the rear of the courtyard.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via a very easy slope or ramp at the entrance.
• There are double manual doors.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 250cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium colour contrast.
• There is a second, single manual door.
• The door opens both ways.
• The width of the opening is 90cm.
• The door has a low colour contrast.
• There are similar second doors on the left and on the right of this entrance.

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Getting Around (Ground Floor)

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• Access View
  • There is not step-free level access throughout.
  • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: some ground floor museum areas.
• Circulation View
  • Doors are held open along circulation routes.
  • Access throughout may include uneven surfaces, narrow walkways and pillars.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests, benches and high stools.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Exhibition Space (Jute Museum)

• The area is indoors.
• This area is interactive.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• The following areas have step-free access via slopes or ramps: the Jute Museum walkways.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
• The following may be experienced here: strong smells and sudden loud noises.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• Display formats include: audio guides, information boards and subtitles.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, benches and high stools.
• Furniture available in this area includes: desks.
• There are shows/talks with designated seating for wheelchair users.
• The tour is self-guided but volunteers/staff are available to provide additional information.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the tour.
• The following areas have step-free access via slopes or ramps: the ground floor museum areas.
• The tour also has uneven surfaces.
• Wayfinding signage is provided throughout the tour.
• Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.

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Screen (Juteopolis - Jute Museum)

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• Access To View
  • The screen is located to the rear right as you enter the Toilets and Cinema Entrance.
  • The most accessible route to the screen has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the screen.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance before and after screenings.
  • This entrance gives access to the rear row.
  • There is step-free access via a slope as you enter the screen.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
• Screen Information View
  • The following rows have step-free level access: the rear row.
  • The following areas have step-free access via slope or ramp: the front and central rows.
  • Seating available in the screen includes: flip-down seats with armrests.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• Designated Seating View
  • The designated seating area is located in the front row.
  • The most accessible route to the designated seating has a slight slope.
  • The designated seating area is not clearly marked or signed.
  • There are 2 designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • Companions can sit next to you and behind you.
  • Companion seating available includes: flip-down seats with armrests.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.

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Entrance (Glazed Alley, High Mill and Red Box)

• This entrance is located at the rear left of the courtyard.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• 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 a slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 89cm.
• The door has a low colour contrast.
• There is step-free access via a slope as you enter.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• The High Mill and Lift entrance can also be used to access this area via a non-cobbled slight ramp or steps.

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Exhibition Space (Glazed Alley and High Mill)

• The area is indoors.
• This area is interactive.
• There is not step-free level access throughout.
• The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the High Mill from the High Mill and Lift Entrance.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
• The following may be experienced here: strong smells and sudden loud noises.
• There may be background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
• Display formats include: pictorial, information boards and interactive exhibits at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, sofas and benches.
• Furniture available in this area includes: desks.
• There are shows/talks with designated seating for wheelchair users.
• The tour is self-guided but volunteers/staff are available to provide additional information.
• There is not step-free level access throughout the tour.
• The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the High Mill from the High Mill and Lift Entrance.
• The tour also has uneven surfaces.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided throughout the tour.

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Room (Red Box)

• The room is located ahead as you enter the Glazed Alley, High Mill and Red Box Entrance.
• The distance from the Glazed Alley, High Mill and Red Box Entrance is 30m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• This route has uneven surfaces and narrow walkways.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 94cm.
• The door has a medium colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
• Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
• None of the tables are fixed.
• The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a play area and a wash basin.
• There may be background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• The front wall can rotate to be used for wider/open access.

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Entrance (High Mill and Lift)

• This entrance is located to the left of the courtyard, beside the café.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via a slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 111cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a medium colour contrast.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located to the right as you enter the High Mill and Lift Entrance.
• The distance from the High Mill and Lift Entrance is 5m.
• 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 has uneven surfaces.

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• Standard Lift View
  • The ground, first and second floors can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low colour contrast.
  • The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The control buttons have a medium colour contrast.
  • None of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 78cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 103cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
  • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities and a visual floor indicator.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs

• The stairs are located ahead as you enter the High Mill and Lift Entrance.
• The ground, first and second floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• 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 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 and 45cm.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Getting Around (High Mill Balconies)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access between floors via lift.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• Circulation View
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
  • Access throughout may include pillars and cable cover ramps.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the walls and floor along most circulation routes.
  • There may be background noise.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Entrance (Social History Gallery from High Mill - First Floor)

• This entrance is located on the first floor, to the left from the lift.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• 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.
• There is a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
• The width of the opening is 82cm.
• The door has a medium colour contrast.
• There is a second, single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• There is a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
• The width of the opening is 81cm.
• The door has a medium colour contrast.
• There is step-free access via a very easy slope or ramp as you enter.

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Exhibition Space (Social History Gallery)

• The area is indoors.
• This area is interactive.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
• The following may be experienced here: sudden loud noises and interactive video effects.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
• Display formats include: pictorial, information boards, televisions/screens and interactive exhibits at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, benches, stools and high stools.
• Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables and desks.
• There are shows/talks with designated seating for wheelchair users.
• The tour is self-guided but volunteers/staff are available to provide additional information.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of the tour.
• The tour also has uneven surfaces.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided throughout the tour.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Glazed Alley - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the rear of Red Box, off Glazed Alley.
  • The distance from the Glazed Alley, High Mill and Red Box Entrance is 50m.
• 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.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a medium colour contrast.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a medium colour contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 177cm (width) x 247cm (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 108cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the transfer side.
  • 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 transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • 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 80cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a medium colour contrast.
  • 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 86cm 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 medium colour contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 99cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal 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.
  • There is a similar toilet with adaptations next to this one which has a right hand transfer space.