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Hotel Summary

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• Hotel Information View
  • The hotel shares another venues parking facilities.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • The hotel has 164 rooms in total.
  • There is an/are accessible room(s) within the hotel.
  • The hotel has 9 accessible room(s) with accessible ensuite facilities.
  • There is/are 9 accessible room(s) with a shower.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the accessible room(s).
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the standard room(s).
  • The restaurant/bar facilities in this hotel include; bar and restaurant.
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
• Additional Accessibility Aids View
  • There is a deaf alert system at the hotel.
  • Panic alarms are available on request.
  • Vibrating pillows with flashing beacons are available on request.
  • Bed raisers are not available on request.
  • Bath steps are not available on request.
  • Bath seats are not available on request.
  • Raised toilet seats are not available on request.
  • Portable hoists are not available on request.
  • Other auxiliary aids include; PEEPs assessment at reception.
• Conference and Meeting Facilities View
  • Conference/meeting facilities are available.
  • The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor.
• Spa and Leisure Facilities View
  • The hotel has; a fitness suite.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.

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Hotel Parking

• The hotel have shared parking facilities.
• The hotel shares the buildings parking facilities.
• The car park is located to the western end of the hotel.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• The car park does not have a barrier control system.
• The car park surface is cobbled.
• There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
• The Blue Badge bay(s) markings are faded.
• There is/are 6 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 240cm x 480cm.
• There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
• All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
• There are parking charges for the car park.
• Parking is not free for visitors of the venue.
• Payment signs are provided.
• Payment signs are clearly presented.
• Payment signs are located throughout the car park and at the payment machines in the building.
• Payment term signs do not make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
• Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
• Payment machines are located in the corridor to the left after the reception desk.
• There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users, however payment can be made at reception.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
• Assistance may be required because there is/are uneven surfaces.
• The entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is clearly signposted.
• The surface on the approach to the entrance is cobbled.
• There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 55m from the Riverside main entrance.
• Assistance may be required because there is/are uneven surfaces.

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• Comments View
  • Parking for hotel residents is free, if they register their vehicle on the touch pad at reception.
  • The touch pad screen is between 118cm and 128cm high.
  • Staff can help to fill out the details.
  • At the time of the survey (November 2022) temporary boarding had been laid down to aid wheelchair users over the cobbles.
  • The payment machine has slots and controls between 70cm and 135cm high.
  • Parking can be paid for using the JustPark APP.

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Outside Access (Riverside - Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the hotel on the riverside.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Hilton Garden Inn'.
  • There is ramped/sloped 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 an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 69cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the opening is 106cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.
  • There is a manual revolving door next to the accessible entrance, which has a 100cm wide opening.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Outside Access (Lancefield Way - Rear)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the hotel off Lancefield Way.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Hilton Garden Inn'.
  • There is stepped 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 an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 60cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the opening is 106cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.
  • There is a manual revolving door next to the entrance which has a 100cm wide opening.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
  • Handrails are not 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.

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Lobby

• The type of flooring in the lobby is tiles.
• There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• Seating in the lobby includes; armchairs and sofas.
• The lighting levels are adjustable.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the lobby area.
• Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• This lobby does play background music in public areas.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on the left from the main entrances.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) 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 behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are adjustable.
  • The height of the reception counter is 110cm.
  • 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 85cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is not 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 24/11/2022.
  • The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
  • There is a touch screen.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
  • Music is played in some areas.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• Reception Seating Area View
  • There is a seating area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
  • There are sofas available.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.

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Eating and Drinking (Bar)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the bar.
  • The bar is located on the ground floor to the right from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the bar.
  • For access there is a single manual door which is permanently held open.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a bar where drinks can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music is played at all times.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 110cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 71cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • In this area there are coffee tables, armchairs and bench seats.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
  • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

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Eating and Drinking (Restaurant)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the restaurant.
  • The restaurant is located on the ground floor to the right from the main entrance through the bar area.
  • There is step-free access to the restaurant.
  • For access there is a single manual door which is permanently held open.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables can be booked in advance.
  • There is full table service and a buffet counter.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include: handheld menus.
  • 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.
  • Plastic/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 not a hearing assistance system .
  • There is a portable card machine available for payment.
• Self-Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 88cm.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
  • The self service counter is used for buffet breakfast. The food is on heated trays which are 93cm high. There is hot drinks machine with controls up to 140cm high.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 70cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • In this area there are bench seats.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
  • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

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Outdoor Seating (Riverside)

• The outdoor seating is located at the riverside front of the hotel.
• There is ramped/sloped access to the outdoor seating.
• There are also coffee tables and picnic benches.
• The surface height of the lowest table is 45cm.
• The surface height of the highest table is 75cm.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
• The type of flooring in this area is concrete tiles and artificial grass.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor to the left from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 23m (25yd 6in) 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 contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 195cm x 199cm (6ft 5in x 6ft 6in).
  • The accessible toilet does not 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 the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 127cm (4ft 2in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • 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 contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • 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 sanitary, nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 131cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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 cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • 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 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • 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 116cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is good.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • 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.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor to the left from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 89cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Meeting Rooms

• There is a meeting room which can be divided into 3 separate rooms (Atlantic, Pacific, and Lancefield).
• There is level access from the main entrance along the corridor to the left after reception.
• Entry is through a single heavy door which has a 72cm wide opening.
• There are chairs without arms, and tables which have 67cm height to the underside.
• There is a bar at the left hand end of the meeting room which is 109cm high.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• The flooring is vinyl, and contrasts well with the walls.

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Business Centre

• There is a room designated as a business centre on the ground floor.
• There is level access to the room from the main entrance along a corridor.
• There is a heavy manual single door with a 73cm wide opening, and a small lip at the threshold.
• The flooring is vinyl, which is in fair contrast with the walls.
• The room has an adjustable chair with arms and a desk 74cm high with a recess 70cm high and 50cm deep.
• There are high and low stools and high tables.
• There is room for a wheelchair to manoeuvre and some of the furniture is not fixed.
• There is a hot drinks machine with a tray and controls between 80cm and 125cm.

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Fitness Centre

• There is a fitness centre for guests on the ground floor of the hotel, to the left from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the fitness centre, which has a manual heavy door 71cm wide, with a small lip on entry.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the suite.
• There are weights, treadmill, cross trainers, and fixed bikes.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located ahead from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 8m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are Ground, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
  • 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 not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps are 28cm.
  • The steps are not 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 moderate to good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead from the main entrance.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard 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, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
• There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby from the first floor upwards.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is poor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 155cm x 139cm (5ft 1in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is 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 low to moderate.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.

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Hotel Room Corridors

• There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
• The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
• There is flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
• There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all corridors/walkways.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Wayfinding signage is provided in corridors.
• Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• The hotel does not play background music in room corridors.

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Accessible Room(s)

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• Accessible Room Information View
  • The details in this section relate to the accessible room(s) with a shower.
  • This type of accessible room is located 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors. There are doors between the lift and the rooms however, they are permanently held open.
  • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
  • All accessible rooms of this type have similar specifications.
  • The ensuite transfer space for the accessible rooms varies from left to right.
  • Guests do not need to open a door between the lift and the room(s).
  • The room surveyed does not have an adjoining room.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The accessible room surveyed is located 1st floor.
  • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was 126.
  • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed, via lift.
  • There is tactile and numbered signage on or near the accessible room door.
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
  • The door is key card activated.
  • The fob/card reader height is 107cm.
  • The width of the door is 73cm.
  • There are not lowered spy holes available.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
  • The bed type is double.
  • The bed height is not adjustable.
  • The height of the bed is 66cm.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 4cm.
  • The bed is not moveable.
  • The room does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
  • The height of the desk is 79cm.
  • The desk is not height adjustable.
  • The desk knee recess does not have the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
  • The height and depth of the knee recess is 66cm x 55cm.
  • The room surveyed had a height adjustable chair with armrests and an armchair.
  • Alternative seating can be requested.
  • Wardrobes have been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are not between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are accessible from the bed.
  • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
  • The window controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is an emergency alarm in the room.
  • The emergency alarm in the room is a push button.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels in the room are moderate to good.
• Ensuite Facilities View
  • The colour contrast between the external ensuite door and wall is poor.
  • The ensuite door opens by sliding (Bi-Fold).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the door to the ensuite is 77cm.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The colour contrast between the internal ensuite door and wall is poor.
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 219cm x 205cm.
  • The ensuite does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The ensuite has not got a non-slip floor.
  • The colour contrast between the ensuite walls and floor is poor.
  • There is an emergency alarm within the ensuite.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm in the ensuite is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the ensuite.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf immediately next to or behind the toilet.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 79cm.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wall fixed soap dispenser is 109cm.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The toilet has a lid.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 74cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet, the wall mounted grab rails 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 colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 46cm.
• Shower Details View
  • The ensuite has a standard shower.
  • The shower area is accessed via a steep slope.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • Shower controls do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower.
  • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • There are two vertical grab rails to assist standing users.
  • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The seat is adjustable between 38cm and 65cm.