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ICC Birmingham - The Mall (Level 2)

8 Centenary Square, Birmingham, B1 2EA

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 13 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located on each level and near halls 1, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 11.
    • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located on level 5, in the female toilet opposite hall 4.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located on each level and near halls 1, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 11.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located on level 2.

Entrance (Brindley Place - Level 2)

  • This entrance is located off Brindley Place.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 169cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.

Lift (Brindley Place)

  • The lift surveyed is located to the left after you enter via the Brindley Place entrance.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has a slight ramp.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Standard Lift View
    • Levels 2, 3, 4 and 5 can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a low colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 1600kg.
    • The external lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 98cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 145cm (width) x 185cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and an intercom hearing assistance system.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located straight ahead after you enter via the Brindley Place entrance.
  • Levels 2 and 3 can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 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 steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is not step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have stepped access: Halls 9, 10 and the toilets.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps: Halls 9, 10 and the toilets.
  • Circulation View
    • There are no doors to open along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include pillars and moveable physical obstructions.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • There may be background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
    • The Brindley Place lift overcomes the stairs to level 3.

Hall 9

  • Hall 9 is located on level 2, to the left after you enter via the Brindley Place entrance.
  • There is ramped or stepped access to this area.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • There are 3 steps to this area.
  • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • 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 steps have some clear markings.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 135cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 135cm.
  • The doors have a medium colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • There is stepped access to the platform at the front of the room.
  • There are no doors along circulation routes in this area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • The layout of the hall varies depending on the function or event taking place.
  • The type of flooring in the hall varies depending on the function or event taking place.
  • During some events there may be additional food and drink services available.
  • The lighting levels in the hall varies depending on the function or event taking place.

Hall 10(b)

  • Hall 10(b) is on level 2, to the left after you enter via the Brindley Place entrance.
  • There is ramped or stepped access to this area.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • There are 3 steps to this area.
  • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • 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 steps have some clear markings.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 135cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 135cm.
  • The doors have a medium colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There are no doors along circulation routes in this area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
  • The layout of the hall varies depending on the function or event taking place.
  • The type of flooring in the hall varies depending on the function or event taking place.
  • During some events there may be additional food and drink services available.
  • The lighting levels in the hall varies depending on the function or event taking place.

Toilet with Adaptations (Level 2 - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on level 2, to the right after you enter the building via Brindley Place, by the Castle Fine Art shop.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has a slight ramp.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a medium colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 185cm (width) x 215cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 108cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 45cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 89cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has lever taps.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the left side of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 92cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a low colour contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 114cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 93cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is an unobstructed shelf.
    • The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 108cm from the floor.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 83cm.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room

  • The room is located on level 2, to the left after you enter the building via the Brindley Place entrance.
  • The most accessible route to the room has a slight ramp.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 97cm.
  • There is also a wash basin, a hand dryer, a paper towel dispenser and a mirror in the room.
  • The wash basin has lever taps.
  • The room has a waste bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.