Access Guide
Summary
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Service
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- The Sports Centre is located on the West side of Campus.
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; two sports halls, a swimming pool and fitness suite, along with a Café.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located on the right hand side of the ground floor.
- Accessible changing facilities are located within the Indoor Changing Facilities area and the Swimming Pool Changing Area.
- Standard changing facilities are located within the Indoor Changing Facilities area and the Swimming Pool Changing Area.
Rooms and Spaces Links
Getting Here
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By Road
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- From the M6 leave at junction 26 and join the M58.
Leave the M58 at junction 3 and follow the A570 Ormskirk Road towards Ormskirk.
After approximately three miles the entrance to the university campus is on the right.
From Liverpool or Preston take the A59 and then onto the A570 at Ormskirk.
The University entrance is on the left after approximately 1.5 miles. - The main campus car park C is on the left when entering the campus from the A570.
Car Parks A and B are located opposite the main reception building.
Blue Badge bays are available at various locations across the campus. - For more information on google maps location of Edge Hill university please click here (opens new tab).
- From the M6 leave at junction 26 and join the M58.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
- From Ormskirk Bus Station the Edge Link bus service (EL1) runs directly to the campus during term time and is free for students with a university card.
The 152 bus between St Helens railway station and Ormskirk bus station runs along the A570 and stops on the main road opposite at the university. - For more information on 152 bus service by Stagecoach please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Ormskirk Train Station.
- From Liverpool Lime Street station change to Merseyrail Northern Line for Ormskirk Station.
From Preston take the train to Ormskirk Station.
Then via a pedestrian walkway walk to the Ormskirk bus station for the EL1 or 152 bus services. - For more information on Ormskirk Station please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on planning a rail journey to Edge Hill University please click here (opens new tab).
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Useful Links
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- Edge Hill University travel page, giving information on travelling to the university. Includes links to the Edge Link bus service map and timetable.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- Traveline, which can be used to plan your journey by all means.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- Merseytravel site for further information on rail travel to Ormskirk from Liverpool.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Useful Information
- The disability support teams provide specialist support, to help you develop strategies that you can use in your studies and other areas of your life. A range of information advice and guidance is available through the teams to help you get everything in place and ensure you have the right provisions.
We have two teams at the university that support students who have challenges.
The SpLD Support Team works with all our students who have or are exploring challenges related to Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD and Dyscalculia. . - To see more information on the SpLD Support Team and how to access the team please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01695 657 526.
- Email: [email protected].
- The Inclusion Team provide information, advice, and support to our wider disabled student community at the university, including but not limited to students who have challenges related to Mental Health support needs, Sensory Impairments, Autism, Long Term Health Conditions and Mobility Impairments.
- To see more information on the Inclusion Team and how to access the team please click here (opens new tab).
- Email: [email protected].
- A range of teams in Catalyst provide support to students at the university:
UniSkills provide a comprehensive programme of workshops, online resources and one-to-one support tailored to enhance your academic abilities. For more information, please click here
Student Services provide advice and guidance to students who might need Mental Health and Wellbeing Support, with money issues and helping students to deal with challenges they may encounter during their studies. Each team has in individual specialism, and they all work closely together to ensure that the student or apprentice has access to holistic advice. For more information about what the teams can do for you, please click here. - To see more information on applying to Edge Hill University please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01695 575 171.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Edge Hill University Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 01695 657 555.
- Email: [email protected]..
- To see more information on Student Union, please click here.
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
Site/Campus Parking
- There are 3 car parks available on Campus (A, B and C) available for use of permit holding students and visitors.
- Car parks A and C have Blue Badge parking available.
- There is a drop off point available close to Car Park C.
- For information about the site/campus parking, please click here to see the Site/Campus Parking Access Guide.
- To see the Universities Car Parking Policy, please click here.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on the right hand side of the front of the building.
- This entrance gives access to the ground floor of the Sports Centre.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Edge Hill Sport'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- 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 138cm.
- 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 130cm.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located ahead from the main entrance.
- The reception point is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are moderate to good.
- The height of the reception counter is 118cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section of the counter.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 78cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 29/01/2024.
- The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
- There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.
Eating and Drinking (Café)
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the café.
- The café is located next to reception on the ground floor.
- There is step-free access to the café.
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Service and Menus
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- Tables cannot be booked in advance.
- There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
- Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
- Menu types include; written wall menus and menu boards.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
- The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Adapted cups are not available.
- Adapted cutlery is not available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- This area does play background music.
- Background music is played at all times.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The system is a portable loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 29/01/2024.
- The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
- There is a portable card machine available for payment.
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Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 78cm.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
- There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
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Tables and Seating
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- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There are some tables which are accessible to wheelchair users.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 43cm.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 74cm.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- There are also coffee tables, armchairs and sofas.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
- The lighting levels are good.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
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Circulation
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- There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl, tiles and carpet.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are provided in some corridors/walkways.
- There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- Floor plans/maps are available.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- This venue does play background music in communal areas.
- Music is played throughout.
Other Floors (Ground to First Stairway)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located on the left side of the building.
- The stairs are approximately 30m from the main entrance.
- The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by the stairs are ground and first.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- 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.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Lift
- The lift is located to the left of reception.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are ground and first.
- The weight limit for the lift is 410kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
- The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
- The clear door width is 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 145cm x 105cm (4ft 9in x 3ft 5in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (First Floor Corridor)
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Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1
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- There is a ramp/slope located on the first floor corridor.
- The ramp/slope is used to access teaching rooms and the sports hall viewing balcony.
- 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.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
- There is a platform lift to overcome the ramp(s)/slope(s).
Gym (Fitness Suite)
- There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the gym.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you.
- The width of the door opening is 85cm.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- The door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The gym is staffed when open.
- There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
- Staff do not receive training in assisting disabled people.
- There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
- There is level access to all of the equipment.
- Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights and cable resistance machines.
- In this area there are bench seats available.
- Background music is played.
- The flooring in the gym consists of carpet.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Lighting levels are good.
Swimming Pool
- There is step-free access to the swimming pool area.
- There is step-free access throughout the outer areas of the swimming pool.
- The flooring in this area consists of tiles.
- This area has a non-slip floor.
- The floor can become slippery when wet.
- Background music is not played in this area.
- There is a lifeguard for the swimming pool.
- There is not ramped access into the swimming pool.
- There is not stepped access into the swimming pool.
- There is not a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
- There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
- There is not a wet side chair available.
- There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.
Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the right of reception.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 232cm (4ft 10in x 7ft 7in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
- There is not a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a push button flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
- The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The toilet has a backrest.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
- 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 104cm (3ft 5in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 81cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer requires hands to be inserted into the top.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- There is a flip down baby change table available.
- The height of the baby change table is 80cm.
Accessible Changing Room (Indoor Changing Area)
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Location and Access
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- This accessible changing room is located down the indoor changing corridor on the ground floor.
- This accessible changing room is approximately 40m from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible changing room.
- A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
- The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible changing room opening is 90cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Changing Facilities
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- The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 390cm x 300cm.
- The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room include; handrails, a dropdown rail, a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
- This is a shared changing room.
- The type of flooring in the changing room is tiles.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the accessible changing room.
- There is seating available within the changing room.
- The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
- There are lockers within the changing room.
- There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 147cm and 159cm from the floor.
- The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
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Toilet Features
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- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
- The lateral transfer space on the left is 80cm.
- The lateral transfer space on the right is 270cm.
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
- There is not a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a push button flush.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
- There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- There is a/are female sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a backrest.
- There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
- The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder is on the dropdown rail.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 62cm (2ft).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 81cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 81cm (2ft 8in).
- The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Accessible Shower
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- The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
- 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
- Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
- The visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
- There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
- The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
- There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
Changing Area (Indoor Changing Area)
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Changing Area
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- There is a/are changing area(s) available.
- The changing area that was surveyed is located towards the back of the building.
- The changing area is approximately 40m from the main entrance.
- The changing area is approximately 30m from reception.
- There is step-free access to the changing area.
- The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers and standard toilets.
- This is a male changing area.
- Similar shared changing area(s) are available.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 85cm.
- The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
- There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
- There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
- There are lockers within the changing area.
- There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
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Shower Facilities
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- Shower facilities are available.
- There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
- The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
- The shower control type(s) is/are sensor.
- There is no seat for the shower(s).
- There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
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Toilet Facilities
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- Toilet facilities are available.
- There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
- There is a horizontal grab rail to the left of the seat.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are moderate to good.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are not available.
Changing Area (Swimming Pool Changing)
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Changing Area
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- The changing area that was surveyed is located to the left of reception.
- The changing area is approximately 20m from the main entrance.
- The changing area is approximately 10m from reception.
- The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers and standard toilets.
- This is a female changing area.
- Similar male changing area(s) are available.
- The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
- There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
- There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
- There are lockers within the changing area.
- There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
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Shower Facilities
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- Shower facilities are available.
- There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
- The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
- The shower control type(s) is/are lever.
- There is no seat for the shower(s).
- There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
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Toilet Facilities
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- Toilet facilities are available.
- There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is available.
- There is a horizontal grab rail to the left of the seat.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
- The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are moderate to good.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are not available.
