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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a natural history museum and over 20 galleries, including exhibitions of decorative art, Salvador Dali, Glasgow Boys, Dutch and French art.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Glasgow.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Glasgow Central.
• The nearest underground station is Kelvinhall.

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COVID-19 Information

• There is hand sanitiser available at the entrance.
• The hand sanitisers are hand held.
• Hand sanitisers are available inside the venue.
• There is a limited number of people allowed inside.
• There is a Track and Trace system in place.
• There is a one-way system throughout.
• The one-way system is clearly marked/signed.
• There is clear signage inside to help with social distancing.
• There are protective clear screens located at tills/counters.
• Toilets are available.
• The venue is certified with the 'We’re Good To Go’ COVID-19 industry standard.
• For more information on the 'We're Good to Go' Industry Standard please click here.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• There is/are 10 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 390cm x 460cm (12ft 10in x 15ft 1in).
• The nearest Blue Badge bay is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The furthest Blue Badge bay is 42m (45yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
• The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
• There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.

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  • There is a designated drop off point.
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  • The car park costs £1.00 for four hours and is free to blue badge holders.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on Argyle Street.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 132cm (4ft 4in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open both ways.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 156cm (5ft 1in) wide.
• Comments View
  • The automatic doors are push pad operated.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located directly outside the entrance.
• There is / are 13 step(s) to the area / service.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a standard and / or platform lift to access this service.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance-Lift)

• This information is for the entrance located on Argyle Street.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 97cm (3ft 2in) wide.

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Lift (Main Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G.
• The lift is 3m (9ft 10in) from main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 97cm x 140cm (3ft 2in x 4ft 7in).
• There are 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 not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift controls do have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is low.

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  • This lift is on the left as you face the main entrance.
  • This lift takes you up to the main entrance doors bypassing the steps.

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Reception (Main)

• The reception desk is 18m (20yd) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height.
• The desk does not have a lowered section.
• Lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use system.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located in the car park.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open towards you (pull).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 95cm (3ft 1in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • The details given are for the left hand door as you face the entrance.
  • There is a similar door on the right and revolving doors in the middle.

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Reception (Enquiries)

• The reception desk is 3m (9ft 10in) from the rear entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height.
• The desk does not have a lowered section.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• Lighting levels are varied.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-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 level is medium.

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Lift (Main)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left past the enquiry desk.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G-1.
• The lift is 27m (30yd) from rear entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 122cm x 158cm (4ft 0in x 5ft 2in).
• 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 reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lift controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Museum

• Exhibits cannot be audio described.
• Tactile signage for exhibits is not available.
• The availability of tactile signage does not depend on exhibition.
• Touch tours are not available.
• Video tours are not available.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Concessions are available.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow.
• To borrow the wheelchair, please ask at the enquiry desk.

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Restaurant Bar Internal (KG Cafe)

• The following information is for the cafe.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Full table service is available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 4m (13ft 1in) from the cafe entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 70cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 70cm (2ft 4in).
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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Restaurant Bar Internal (KG Coffee Shop)

• The following information is for the cafe.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Full table service is not available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 1m (3ft 3in) from the cafe entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 68cm (2ft 3in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 68cm (2ft 3in).
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks.

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• Opening Times View
  • Monday 10:00 - 17:00.
  • Tuesday 10:00 - 17:00.
  • Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00.
  • Thursday 10:00 - 17:00.
  • Friday 11:00 - 17:00.
  • Saturday 10:00 - 17:00.
  • Sunday 11:00 - 17:00.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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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.
  • The accessible toilet is 20m (22yd) from the rear entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located on the right past the enquiries desk.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 240cm x 248cm (7ft 10in x 8ft 2in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • 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 not a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm available.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted 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 are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
  • 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The towel dispenser is 130cm (4ft 3in) high.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The sink is 82cm (2ft 8in) high.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There is a height adjustable bed 180cm long within this facility.

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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 and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the right past the enquiries desk.
  • The female and male toilets are 18m (20yd) from the rear entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • The photographs show the female and male toilets respectively.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.