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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are not mobility aids available.
• Assistance dogs are always welcome at the ICC, however some events may be particularly noisy.
• Accessible toilets are available throughout the venue.
• An induction loop system is operated in selected halls at the ICC.

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Getting to the ICC and Useful Information

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Parking

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ICC Birmingham

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Reception (Registration)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on Level 4, in the foyer, to the right as you exit the north lift.
  • The reception point is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the north lift.
  • 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 placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • 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 78cm.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Seating Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
  • There is/are 10+ clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the standard female and male toilets at the rear right of Hall 3.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • Level change 1 is shown in photographs 10 - 12.
  • There is/are 5 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the Media Suite.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a platform lift which overcomes the steps.
  • Level change 2 is shown in photographs 13 and 14.
  • There is a slight ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to Halls 5 and 7.
  • There is/are 2 clearly marked step(s), with a handrail on the left going up, for access to the toilets between Halls 5 and 7.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • Level change 3 is shown in photographs 15 and 16.
    There is a similar ramp leading from the Halls 5 and 7 foyer to the toilets between Halls 5 and 7 and Hall 7 (shown in photographs 17 and 18). This ramp overcomes the steps.
    The steps are shown in photographs 19 and 20.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There is bench seating at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • Access to other floors/levels is via stairs, escalator and lift.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.
  • There is a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
  • The system is a headset.
  • Hearing loops are located in the halls.
• Comments View
  • Level 4a is only accessed by the Brindleyplace lifts and gives access to Hall 1 Doors 3 and 4 (shown in photographs 7 and 8).

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Eating and Drinking (Centenary Square Level 4 Foyer Bar)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the bar.
  • The bar is located on Level 4, in the Centenary Square foyer area.
  • There is step-free access to the bar.
• Service and Menus View
  • There is a bar where drinks can be ordered.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 110cm.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • At the time of the survey the bar was not in use and there were no tables or chairs.
  • The layout of the bar may vary depending on events taking place.

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Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Halls 3 and 7)

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• Access to the Room View
  • The hall surveyed was Hall 3.
  • Hall 3 is located on Level 4, to the right as you exit the north lift, on the right hand side of the foyer.
  • There is wayfinding signage for the hall.
  • There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
  • There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • There is step-free access.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 138cm.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
• Room Details View
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system available for the room.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Hall 3 has a balcony area (shown in photographs 6 and 7).
    There is level access to the balcony from Level 5.
    There are steps to the rear right and rear left of Hall 3 to access the balcony (shown in photographs 8 - 10).
    Hall 7 is shown in photographs 11 - 15.
    Hall 7 can be split into 2 smaller halls.

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Auditorium (Hall 1)

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• Access to Seating View
  • The auditorium is clearly signed.
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level 4, ahead as you exit the north lift.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after events.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • There are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low to moderate.
• Auditorium Information View
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • There are flip-down seats with armrests on both sides.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 30cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after events are adjustable.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located on Level 4, to the right hand side of the Hall.
  • There is not step free access to a row of seating.
  • The access to the majority of seating is located in the centre of the seats.
  • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
  • There is/are 15+ step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
  • 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.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
• Designated Seating Area(s) View
  • The going of the steps in the lower area of the auditorium, accessed from Level 4, is between 30cm and 45cm. There are no handrails at these steps.
    There is a slight ramp with a handrail on the left going up to access the top area of seats (shown in photographs 19 and 20).
    There are 3 medium height steps to access the last row of seats with a handrail on the right to rear of the seating area (shown in photograph 21).

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Eating and Drinking (Hall 1 Level 4 Foyer Bar)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the bar.
  • The bar is located on Level 4, ahead as you exit the central lift, in the Hall 1 foyer.
  • There is step-free access to the bar.
• Service and Menus View
  • There is a bar where drinks can be ordered.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 109cm.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
  • The type of seating and tables available varies depending on the event taking place.

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Event Room(s) / Space(s) (Media Suite)

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• Access to the Room View
  • The room surveyed was Media Suite.
  • Media Suite is located on Level 4, to the rear left of the building as you exit the north lift.
  • There is wayfinding signage for the room.
  • There is clear signage for the room(s) (on or near the door).
  • There is written signage for the room(s), in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • Staff can provide assistance getting to the room(s)/space(s).
  • The corridor/walkway leading to the room(s)/space(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • There is step-free access.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
• Room Details View
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system available for the room.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are adjustable.

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Lift (Media Suite Platform Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the rear left of Level 4 as you exit the central lift, leading to the Media Suite.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 41m (44yd 2ft) from the central lift.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do not 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 poor.
• The clear door width is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 91cm x 140cm (2ft 12in 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.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does not 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 not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Auditorium (Hall 5)

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• Access to Seating View
  • The auditorium is clearly signed.
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level 4, to the left as you exit the north lift, across the bridge link.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 154cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 154cm.
  • The entrance door(s) is/are permanently held open before and after events.
  • There is/are 5 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are 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.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
• Auditorium Information View
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • There are flip-down seats with armrests on both sides.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 30cm.
  • The lighting levels before and after events are good.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located on Level 4, along the corridor between Hall 5 and Hall 7.
  • There is not step free access to a row of seating.
  • The access to the majority of seating is located either side of the seats (against wall).
  • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
  • There is/are 15+ step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are wall mounted.
  • 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.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
• Designated Seating Area(s) View
  • The handrails extend at the top only.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located next to Hall 1, Hall 3 and along the corridor between Halls 5 and 7.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located next to Hall 1, Hall 3 and along the corridor between Halls 5 and 7..

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Hall 3)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 4, to the right as you exit the central lift, next to Hall 3 Door 1.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the central lift.
  • 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 Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • 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 190cm x 178cm (6ft 3in x 5ft 10in).
  • 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 189cm (6ft 2in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not 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 good.
  • 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 good.
  • 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 not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • 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).
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 88cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Hall 1)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 4, ahead as you exit the central lift, next to Hall 1 Door 2.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the central lift.
  • 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 locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 84cm (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 146cm x 200cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 7in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 good.
  • 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 not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 107cm 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.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
  • 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).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 87cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Hall 1 and Media Suite)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 4, to the rear of the building as you exit the lift, opposite Hall 1 Door 1.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the central lift.
  • 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 locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 84cm (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 160cm x 184cm (5ft 3in x 6ft).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 good.
  • 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 not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 107cm 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.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 97cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Halls 5 and 7)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 4, to the left as you exit the lift, across the bridge link and off the Hall 5 foyer, along the corridor leading to Hall 7.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 44m (48yd 4in) from the central lift.
  • 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 locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 84cm (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 144cm x 165cm (4ft 9in x 5ft 5in).
  • 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 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • There is not 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 good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 107cm 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.
  • The toilet has a fixed horizontal rail without a padded backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • 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 good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • 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 123cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 103cm (3ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is fair.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Hall 3)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located at the rear of Hall 3.
  • There is stepped access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 3m from the steps.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • It was not possible to access the male toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The standard toilets to the rear of Hall 3 are shown in photographs 1 and 2.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 4, to the right as you exit the central lift, next to Hall 3 Door 1.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 29m from the central lift.
  • 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 81cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The standard female toilets are shown in photographs 3 and 4. The standard male toilets are shown in photographs 5 - 7.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Hall 1)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The male toilet is located on Level 4, ahead as you exit the central lift, next to Hall 1 Door 2.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the central lift.
  • 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 81cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The standard male toilets are shown in photographs 1 - 3.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female toilet is located on Level 4, ahead as you exit the central lift, next to Hall 1 Door 2.
  • There is stepped access to the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m from the central lift.
  • 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 81cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The standard female toilets are shown in photographs 4 and 5.
• Comments View
  • There are additional standard toilets between Halls 5 and 7.

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Step(s) (Hall 1 Standard Female Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) located in the corridor leading to the Hall 1 standard female toilets.
• The step(s) is/are used to access the Hall 1 standard female toilets.
• There is/are 3 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
• The going 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 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.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Hall 1 and Media Suite)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 4, to the rear of the building as you exit the lift, opposite Hall 1 Door 1.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 53m from the central lift.
  • 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 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.