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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
• This venue is situated in Glasgow.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Exhibition Centre.
• The nearest underground station is St Enoch.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is SEC Hydro Car Park.
  • The car park is located to the left of the building on Stobcross Road.
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located in front of the SEC Armadillo building on Congress Road.
• Comments View
  • The drop-off point is closed off during SSE Hydro evening events.
  • There are several designated bays within the multi-storey car park on level 3 which is linked by the bridge to the car park lift.
  • The bridge has easy slopes towards the centre.
  • The car park also has its own lifts.

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Level Change (Car Park Bridge)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading up and over from the car park.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Other Floors (Car Park Bridge)

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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 height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 240cm (7ft 10in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • The doors are held open during events.
  • There is a revolving door beside these doors 120cm wide.
  • There are similar sets of doors to the right and left at the front of the building.

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Outside Access (Clyde Link Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building on the first floor.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open towards you (pull).
• The doors are double width.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The door opening is 232cm (7ft 7in) wide.
• Comments View
  • The first set of doors are when coming from the SECC only.

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Level Change (Clyde Link Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading up to the entrance from the SECC or the hotel.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • The ramp from the hotel has handrails on both sides.
  • There are also steps or the alternative platform lift from the hotel.
  • In the SECC the Clyde Link is from the first floor.

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Reception

• The desk is 24m (26yd 9in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located to the sides of the theatre.
• Wheelchairs are left with the patron.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit beside you.
• It is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• A deposit is not required for the sound enhancement system.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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• Comments View
  • There is level access via lift to front balcony seating on the first floor.
  • There is seating with more space at the bottom of the theatre ramps.
  • There are areas at the rear of the lower theatre seats with temporary seating which can be arranged as required.

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Level Change (Lower Theatre)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading down to the lower theatre seating.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
• There are not steps to access this area / service.

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• Comments View
  • The ramps to the outside of the theatre offer handrails.

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Level Change (Stage)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located round to the left of the stage.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located leading up to the stage.
• There is / are 6 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are adjustable.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The steps are deep.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G,1,2,3,4.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Escalators View
  • Escalator(s) can be used to access other floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by escalator are 1-2.
  • The escalators steps are clearly marked.
  • The foot and head of the escalators are clearly marked.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G,1,2,3,4.
• The lift is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 108cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 133cm x 192cm (4ft 4in x 6ft 4in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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• Comments View
  • There are similar lifts at either side of the building.

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Lift (Side Lifts)

• The lift is located to the side of the building, near the toilets.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G,1,2,3,4.
• The lift is approximately 36m (39yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 96cm x 210cm (3ft 2in x 6ft 11in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • There is an easy slope leading up to the lift.
  • There are similar lifts at either side of the building.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the building.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff, and the cloakroom.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 146cm x 180cm (4ft 9in x 5ft 11in).
  • There is not sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • 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 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the accessible toilet to the right of the building.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • There is a similar toilet to the right of the building offering 80cm transfer space to the right.
  • There is a similar accessible toilet on the left of the first floor which does not require a key.

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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 to the left of the building.
  • The female toilets are 33m (36yd 3in) 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 to the right of the building.
  • The male toilets are 33m (36yd 3in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the female toilets.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
  • This is by lift.
• Comments View
  • There are further standard toilets on the upper floors.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.

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• Comments View
  • Documents are also available in audio on request.