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Overview

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• About View
  • This is a museum and art gallery with multiple services available.
  • Services available in the venue include: a café, a shop, a library, a community space and various exhibitions.
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• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue does not have its own car park.
  • There is a drop-off point and on-street standard parking.
  • The name of the nearest car park is Top O' Town Car Park.
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  • The nearest train station is Dorchester West.
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• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include doors permanently held open and narrow walkways.
  • The lower ground, ground, first and second floors can be accessed via a standard lift, a platform lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • There is a designated safe space which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • The designated safe space is located on the second floor.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: large print (on request) and Braille (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Staff receive the following training: Disability confidence training, Dorset Blind Association training.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located on the ground, first and second floors.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • The male and female toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • The Changing Places toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located to the left rear of the ground floor.

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Parking

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• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located Directly outside the entrance to the museum, in the bus layby.
  • There is no dropped kerb from the drop-off point.
• On-street Parking View
  • On-street standard parking is available.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a public car park located The nearest public car park is situated off Poundbury Road.
  • The name of the car park is Top O' Town Car Park.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.

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Drop-off Point

• There is a designated drop-off point available.
• The designated drop-off point is located in the bus stop bay directly outside the entrance.

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Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• 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 slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 148cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The second set of doors open away from you.
• The width of the opening is 156cm.
• The second set of doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
• The flooring is shiny and patterned.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
• There may be background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is not consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Lift (Main)

• The lift surveyed is located to the left of the ground floor corridor.
• The distance from the entrance is 60m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Lower Ground, Ground, First, Second Floors are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have Braille markings, a high visual contrast and tactile markings.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 101cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 107cm (width) x 208cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator, a mirror to aid reversing and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There are other lifts available at this location which vary in size.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located on the ground floor by the Lulworth Gallery.
• The lower ground, ground, first and second floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have a handrail on the right going up.
• The handrail is easy to grip.
• The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrail extends horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• 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 were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor to the left of the shop counter.
  • The distance from entrance is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 179cm (width) x 300cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 112cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 103cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 104cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Changing Places (Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located on the ground floor in the left hand corridor after exiting the shop.
  • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
  • 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 distance from the entrance is 60m.
  • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has a very easy slope.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 303cm (width) x 397cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
• Toilet Details View
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 172cm.
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The changing bench is wall mounted and height adjustable.
  • The length of the changing bench is 180cm.
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
• Shower Details View
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
• Other Facilities View
  • There is a height adjustable wash basin.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
  • There are paper towels for drying hands.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 85cm from the floor.
  • A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 83cm.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 82cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The facility has a nappy/incontinence items bin, a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 95cm and 129cm from the floor.
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room

• The room surveyed is located on the ground floor next to the main lift.
• The distance from the entrance is 65m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
• The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm.
• Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
• The height of the baby change facility when in use is 99cm.
• There is a wash basin, a paper towel dispenser and a coat hook in the room.
• The wash basin has a push tap.
• The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Exhibition Space (Ground floor)

• This area is indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• There may be background noise.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There are video panels at a height of 96cm and a microscope exhibit at a height of 81cm.
  There are small step stools at some exhibits.

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Exhibition Space (First floor)

• This area is indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• Seating available in this area includes: sofas and benches.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the right of the stairs as you reach the first floor.
  • The distance from the entrance is 60m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 241cm (width) x 283cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 170cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 127cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 97cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 159cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 100cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Exhibition Space (Second floor)

• This area is indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
• There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and benches.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Second floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located immediately to the left as you exit the main lift on the second floor.
  • The distance from the entrance is 70m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and a lift.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 169cm (width) x 253cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 99cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 97cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 156cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 98cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Exhibition Space (Lower ground floor)

• This area is indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Access To (Shop)

• To the left as you enter.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
• There is step-free level access into the shop.
• There are double manual doors which are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 171cm.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.

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Getting Around (Shop)

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• Access throughout may include narrow walkways.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• There is a low visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
• There may be background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is not consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Counter (Shop)

• The counter is located just to the right as you enter.
• The distance from the entrance is 5m.
• The most accessible route to the counter has narrow walkways.
• There is step-free level access to the counter.
• The height of the counter is 106cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• The counter has a television.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Exit (Shop)

• There is step-free level access at the exit.
• There are double manual doors at this exit.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 116cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you exit.

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Access To (Taste Café)

• The Taste Café is immediately to the right as you enter the building.
• The distance from the entrance is 5m.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
• There is step-free level access into the café.
• There are double manual doors which open away from you.
• The width of the opening is 185cm.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.

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Eating and Drinking

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• Location and Service View
  • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Full table service is available.
  • Menus are handheld and displayed on the counter.
  • 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, easy grip cutlery and takeaway cutlery.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested, however it was not working at the time of the survey.
• Order and Payment View
  • The service counter was surveyed.
  • The counter is located directly ahead as you enter the Taste Café.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 95cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has windows and glazed screens which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The seating and tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Getting Around (Taste Café)

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• Access throughout may include doors permanently held open and narrow openings.
• The flooring is patterned.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• There may be background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Exit (Taste Café)

• The exit area is not clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the exit.
• There are double manual doors at this exit.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 148cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you exit.

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Lift (Platform)

• The lift surveyed is located to the left of the ground floor corridor.
• The distance from the entrance is 50m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has a steep ramp or slope.
• The ground floor and the library on the first floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a low visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 88cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 97cm (width) x 142cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
• Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There are other lifts available at this location which vary in size.

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Library

• There is step-free level access throughout the library, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout the library may include doors permanently held open and narrow walkways.
• There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the library includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in the library includes: tables.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.