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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
• This venue is situated in Chelmsford.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Chelmsford.

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Opening Times

• Monday Closed.
• Tuesday Closed.
• Wednesday Closed.
• Thursday Closed.
• Friday Closed.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.
• Please click here for information on opening times.

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Parking

• This venue does not have its own car park.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• There are 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.4m x 4m (7ft 10in x 13ft 1in).
• The nearest designated bay is 30m (33yd) from the main entrance.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair with assistance.
• Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
• The car park surface is block paving.
• The patron does not have to cross a road.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.

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Public Car Park

• The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
• The maximum height is 220cm (7ft 3in).
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is/are 0 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
• There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
• Access from the car park is via footpath(s), a gap past bollards and direct access to street/road pavement.
• The exit(s) is/are located Wharf Road.
• The width of the exit is 100cm.
• There is a ramp or slope to exit which is located at the footbridge, at the rear of the car park.
• The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
• There are exits located on Baddow Road and also on the riverside footpath(Kings Head Walk).

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• Comments View
  • There are 2 electric car charging points(photographs 7-12) within the car park.
  • Photographs 17-28 show the pedestrian route from the car park to the records office entrance.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on Wharf Road.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 126cm (4ft 2in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open automatically.
  • The doors are single width.
  • The door opening is 126cm (4ft 2in) wide.

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Reception (Main)

• The desk/counter is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Reception (Public Searchroom)

• The desk/counter is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lift.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• Level access to the desk/counter is via lift.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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• Comments View
  • Members of the public wishing to visit the Public Searchroom need to report here to gain access.
  • This reception extends into the Searchroom, where it acts as a helpdesk. The desk is low here.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are good.

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• Comments View
  • The doors leading into the Public Searchroom on the 1st floor are automatic.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • 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.
  • 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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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left side of the reception foyer.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (1st Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the Public Searchroom on the 1st floor.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • 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 locking handle.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 135cm x 190cm (4ft 5in x 6ft 3in).
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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 mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • 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 good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located off the left side of the reception foyer.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 170cm (5ft 11in x 5ft 7in).
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 120cm (3ft 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.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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 mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • 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 good.
• Comments View
  • There are baby changing facilities in this adapted toilet, 99 cm high.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilets are located off the left side of the reception foyer.
  • The female toilets are 12m (13yd) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilets are located off the left side of the reception foyer.
  • The male toilets are 11m (12yd) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.