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Overview

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• About View
  • Services available in the venue include: The Lomond Auditorium, Meeting Academy and Loch Suite conference rooms.
  • View information on opening times
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue does not have its own car park.
  • There is a drop-off point, a public car park nearby and a taxi rank.
  • The nearest parking is located off Stobcross Road.
  • View information on SEC & Hydro Car Park (opens new tab) .
  • The nearest train station is Exhibition Centre.
  • The nearest underground station is Kinning Park.
  • The nearest bus station is Buchanan Bus Station.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the Lomond Auditorium stage (bypassed via rear platform lift).
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • Levels 0 and 1 can be accessed via a standard lift, stairs and escalator.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system on request.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • View more information on borrowing or hiring equipment (opens new tab).
  • Documents are available in the following formats: Braille (on request) and large print (on request).
  • There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.
  • Staff receive the following training: disability awareness / equality training.
• Related Access Guides View
  • View information on SEC Centre (Scottish Event Campus) (opens new tab) .
  • View information on SEC Armadillo (opens new tab) .
  • View information on The OVO Hydro (opens new tab) .

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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 first floor.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • There are ground floor toilets with adaptations and a Changing Places toilet within the adjoining SEC Centre, please refer to the separate guide for details.
  • Ambulant toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, near the Lomond Auditorium.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, near the Lomond Auditorium and on the first floor.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the standard toilets near the rear of the Lomond Auditorium.

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Parking (SEC Public Car Park)

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a public car park located off Finnieston Street.
  • The name of the car park is SEC and Hydro Car Park.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
  • There is lift access down to ground level on either side of the car park link bridge walkway.
    The four internal car park lifts have slightly larger dimensions, although there is then a road to cross at the traffic lights.

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Drop-off Point (SEC Courtesy Shuttle Bus)

• There is a designated drop-off point available.
• The designated drop-off point is located in the rear SEC Centre car park, off Stobcross Road.
• There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.
• The rear car park is separately run but there is an agreement with the venue that it can be used for drop-offs for up to 30 minutes.
• Customers can enter the SEC Centre here via its West Entrance and pass through to the main entrance which is close to the Hydro West Doors (SEC Bridge Side) entrance.
• This can be around a 400 metre journey, so a regular courtesy shuttle (Gus the Bus) service is also available from the drop-off point.
• There is a wheelchair space onboard which is accessed via a 79cm wide folding ramp.
• The ramp is steep, although assistance is available.
• There are two steps to access rear seating.

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Entrance (East)

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• 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 very easy slope at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 115cm.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The second set of doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 115cm.
• The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (West)

• This entrance is located at the rear of the building.
• 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 very easy slope at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 114cm.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The second set of doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 112cm.
• The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Lift (Loch Suite)

• The lift surveyed is located off the main concourse, to the left.
• The distance from the East entrance is 75m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Levels 0 and 1 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 tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 106cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 167cm (width) x 131cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs (Loch Suite)

• The stairs surveyed are located to the left of the Loch Suite lift.
• Levels 0 and 1 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There are 2 further staircases within the Loch Suite.

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Escalators (Loch Suite)

• The escalators surveyed are located to the left before the Loch Suite lift.
• Levels 0 and 1 are accessed by escalators.
• The escalator steps are unmarked.
• The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are not clearly marked.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Lift (Meeting Academy)

• The lift surveyed is located in the middle of the main concourse.
• The distance from the East entrance is 115m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Levels 0 and 1 are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a medium 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 low visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 79cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 104cm (width) x 149cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs (Meeting Academy)

• The stairs surveyed are located off the main concourse, near the Meeting Academy lift.
• Levels 0 and 1 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• 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 height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Entrance (SEC Armadillo Link Entrance)

• This entrance is located at the rear of the Armadillo on the first floor.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance.
• The doors open away from you.
• The width of the opening is 232cm.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double manual doors.
• The second set of doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 155cm.
• The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.
• The Crowne Plaza Hotel link also adjoins this area.

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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 manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs, sofas, benches and high stools.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Exhibition Space (Lomond Auditorium)

• This area is indoors.
• There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
• The following areas have stepped access: the rear row seating.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
• Some seating is fixed.
• There are shows/talks with designated seating for wheelchair users.

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Lift (Lomond Auditorium)

• The lift surveyed is located to the rear side of the stage.
• This lift is a platform lift.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
• The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The lift door opening width is 85cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 85cm (width) x 145cm (depth).
• Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• This lift is operated by a member of staff and bypasses 6 steps used to access the stage.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Loch Suite - Level 1 - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on level 1, round to the left from the Loch Suite lift.
  • The distance from the Loch Suite lift is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, a lift and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 163cm (width) x 207cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 95cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • 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 90cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the right as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 87cm from the floor.
  • 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 73cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 111cm and 150cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Meeting Academy - Level 1 - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on level 1, to the left from the Meeting Academy lift.
  • The distance from the Meeting Academy lift is 15m.
  • 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 signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 197cm (width) x 166cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 44cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low 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 89cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 80cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 86cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 73cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • 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 are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 146cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.