Access Guide
Overview
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
- The nearest train station is Holywood.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Translink (opens new tab).
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
- Access throughout may include manual doors.
- Levels 0, 1 and 2 can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
Getting Help and Assistance
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Store Information
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- Please click here for opening times and services available in this store.
- Site maps are available within the store.
- There is a/are order and collection point(s) within the store.
- The order and collection point(s) is/are located through the Returns entrance.
- Wheelchairs are available for customer use and can be found at the main entrance. If you need assistance, please speak to the greeter at the entrance or visit the Customer Services department.
- Specialist trollies are available to support accessible shopping.
- There is not a Safe/Quiet Place available within the store.
- Wifi is available throughout the store.
- There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the store/nearby.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are not available.
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available within the store.
- There is a Changing Places facility available within the store.
- Large text documents are available on the website.
- GoTo Shop is a supportive trolley seat for children, designed to make shopping easier for children with additional needs. To make use of the GoTo Shop, simply speak to the greeter at the front of the store or customer services who will be happy to help. Please note, the GoTo will need to be signed in and out due to safety requirements.
- This store have also introduced 3 new family friendly trolleys; Double Baby, Twin Toddler and Baby/Toddler. There is one of each trolley in store and you should be able to find them close to the store entrance. Please speak to the greeter at the front of the store or customer services and they'll be able to advise.
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Staff Information
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- There is not a member of staff trained in Irish Sign Language.
- Irish Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
- Some members of staff have received basic BSL training but may not be present or fluent.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
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Toilet Facilities
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- There are 6 toilets with adaptations.
- Toilets with adaptations are located in the Entrance Foyer, near Bedrooms, in the Restaurant, in Home Decorations and in Customer Returns.
- The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
- The male and female toilet facilities are located in the Entrance Foyer, Restaurant and in Customer Returns.
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Changing Places and Changing Facilities
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- The Changing Places toilet facilities are located in the Entrance Foyer.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the Entrance Foyer, Restaurant, Restaurant Standard Toilets and Customer Returns.
Parking (Blue Badge)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located between the multi-storey car park and the main entrance to the store.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
- There are 13 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays have faded markings.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 590cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 127cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 61m from the accessible entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
- There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park is for Blue Badge holders only.
- Parking is free for all users.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Points
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- There are 2 electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
- The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay designated for Blue Badge holders are 238cm (width) x 581cm (depth).
- The controls for the Blue Badge charging points are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The nozzle holster for the Blue Badge charging points is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The charging points designated for Blue Badge holders require tap and pay (contactless payment).
- The nearest Blue Badge charging point is 70m from the accessible entrance.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop-off point available.
Parking (Multi-storey)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located to the right of the accessible entrance.
- The car park is multi-storey.
- The car park surface consists of concrete.
- The height of the restriction barrier is 204cm.
- There are 15+ designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 488cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 137cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 61m from the accessible entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
- There is no dropped kerb from the designated Blue Badge parking.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- Parking is free for all users.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop-off point available.
Lift (Multi-storey Car Park)
- The lift surveyed is located on the right side of the multi-storey car park, towards the accessible entrance.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 51m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has a very easy slope.
- Levels 0, 1 and 2 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 299cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 299cm (width) x 300cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have Braille markings, tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
- The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and a separate door to exit.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Stairs (Multi-storey Car Park)
- The stairs surveyed are located to the top right of the car park.
- Levels 0, 1 and 2 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
Entrance (Accessible)
- This entrance is located to the left of the main entrance.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
- The door opens towards you.
- There is a push pad at a height of 89cm.
- The width of the opening is 85cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 74cm.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Entrance (Main)
- This entrance is located at the front of the store.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
- The door opens by revolving.
- The width of the opening is 285cm.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Entrance Foyer
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Foyer
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- There is step free access within the foyer.
- The type of flooring in this area is carpet and concrete.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The foyer does play background music.
- There is bench seating only in the foyer.
- Accessible play points are available.
- Wheelchairs are available for customer use and can be found at the main entrance. If you need assistance, please speak to the greeter at the entrance or visit the Customer Services department.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Play Area (Småland)
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- There is a play area within the entrance foyer.
- The play area is free of charge.
- The play area offers inclusive play.
- There is step-free access to the play area.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the play area.
- The play area is clearly signed.
- The play area counter is at a height of 106cm.
- There is not a lowered section of the play area counter.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the play area counter.
- There is stepped access within the play area.
- There are some raised areas within the play area accessed via steps such as the ball pit.
- There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available within the play area.
- There are standard toilets available within the play area.
- There are not ambulant cubicles available in the standard toilets.
- Baby change facilities are not available within the play area.
Toilet with Adaptations (Family Toilet - Entrance Foyer - Left Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located towards the far end of the entrance foyer.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 39m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 194cm (width) x 372cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 55cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 100cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is no mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 154cm from the floor.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 93cm.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- There are an additional 3 identical coat hooks.
Toilet with Adaptations (Family Toilet - Entrance Foyer - Right Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located towards the far end of the entrance foyer.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 39m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 200cm (width) x 341cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 65cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 100cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 103cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is no mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 155cm from the floor.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 96cm.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- There are an additional 3 identical coat hooks.
Changing Places (Entrance Foyer - Transfer Both Sides)
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Location and Access
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- The Changing Places facility surveyed is located towards the far end of the entrance foyer.
- The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 39m.
- The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the door.
- A RADAR key is required for access to this facility.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 87cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the facility are 230cm (width) x 554cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
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Toilet Details
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- There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however they are obstructed.
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 86cm.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 88cm.
- There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- There is not a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The changing bench is wall mounted and height adjustable.
- The length of the changing bench is 178cm.
- The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
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Other Facilities
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- There is a height adjustable wash basin.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 108cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
- A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
- The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 97cm .
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The facility has a sanitary bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a waste bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- A privacy screen is not available.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Lift (Entrance Foyer to Showroom)
- The lift surveyed is located in the entrance foyer, behind the stairs.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 34m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 0 and 1 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 228cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 228cm (width) x 205cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have a high visual contrast and tactile markings.
- Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Stairs (Entrance Foyer to Showroom)
- The stairs surveyed are located in the entrance foyer.
- Levels 0 and 1 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 18cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Area (Showroom)
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Access and Circulation
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- There is step-free access throughout the area.
- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and laminate.
- There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The majority of aisle widths are over 200cm.
- The majority of routes between products are over 120cm.
- There is a shortcut from the Showroom Entrance / Restaurant to Living Room Storage via a single manual door.
There is a shortcut from Wardrobes and Storage to Dining via a single manual door.
There is a shortcut from KALLAX Storage to Wardrobe and Storage via a single manual door. - There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
- There are regular resting points available in this area.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at the resting points.
- There is a/are designated information point(s) available in this area.
- There is a/are touchscreen(s) available at the designated information point(s).
- Some of the designated information points are staffed.
- There are planning area(s) available within this area.
- The lighting levels in this area are varied.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- There is overhead directional signage with white lettering and numbering on a blue background.
There are white directional arrows projected onto the floor. - The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does play background music in public areas.
- Music is played throughout the Showroom.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Planning Area (Living Room BESTÅ Storage)
- The planning area is located within the Living Room Storage area of the Showroom.
- There is step-free access to the planning area.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the planning area.
- The lighting levels in the planning area are good.
- The height(s) of the counter(s) is/are high (110cm+).
- The standard height for desks is 74cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
- There is not a/are not height adjustable desk(s) available.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the planning area.
- The seats do not have armrests.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the planning area.
- There is not a privacy room/area available.
- On screen BSL interpreters are not available.
Planning Area (Kitchen Planning Studio)
- The planning area is located within the Kitchen area of the Showroom.
- There is step-free access to the planning area.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the planning area.
- The lighting levels in the planning area are good.
- The height(s) of the counter(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The standard height for desks is 73cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
- There is not a/are not height adjustable desk(s) available.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the planning area.
- There are seats with armrests on both sides.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the planning area.
- There is not a privacy room/area available.
- On screen BSL interpreters are not available.
Planning Area (Wardrobe Planning Studio)
- The planning area is located within the Bedroom Storage area of the Showroom.
- There is step-free access to the planning area.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the planning area.
- The lighting levels in the planning area are good.
- The height(s) of the counter(s) is/are medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- The distance between the floor and the lowest desk is 75cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest desk is 91cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
- There is not a/are not height adjustable desk(s) available.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the planning area.
- There are bar type stools and some chairs without armrests.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the planning area.
- There is not a privacy room/area available.
- On screen BSL interpreters are not available.
Toilet with Adaptations (Near Bedrooms - Right Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located near the Bedrooms area of the Showroom.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 85cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 145cm (width) x 272cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 78cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 84cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 94cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is no mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 140cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Eating and Drinking (Restaurant)
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Location and Service
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- The restaurant is located to the left from the top of the stairs.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has numerous seating options, a counter where food and drink can be ordered and a self service counter.
- Full table service is not available.
- Menus are available on a board, digital and online.
- The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan.
- The following are available: takeaway cups.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Order and Payment
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- The payment counter was surveyed.
- The counter is located on the right as you enter the restaurant area.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 85cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the tray rail is 85cm.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas and benches.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables, long tables and booths.
- Some chairs and tables are fixed.
- The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Toilet with Adaptations (Restaurant - Left Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located to the right of the restaurant.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 169cm (width) x 209cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 103cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 95cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 114cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is no mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 131cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Restaurant)
- The room surveyed is located to the right of the restaurant.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 83cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 93cm.
- There is a wash basin, an emergency alarm, a mirror and a coat hook in the room.
- The wash basin has a twist/turn tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Lift (Showroom to Market Hall)
- The lift surveyed is located at the end of the Showroom.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Levels 1 and 0 are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a medium colour contrast and tactile markings.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 229cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 229cm (width) x 215cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
- All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, an audible announcer and a visual floor indicator.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Stairs (Showroom to Market Hall)
- The stairs surveyed are located at the end of the Showroom.
- Levels 1 and 0 can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 18cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Area (Market Hall)
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Access and Circulation
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- There is step-free access throughout the area.
- There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and concrete.
- There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
- There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The majority of aisle widths are over 200cm.
- The majority of routes between products are over 120cm.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
- There is not a/are no designated information point(s) available in this area.
- The lighting levels in this area are varied.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- There is overhead directional signage with white lettering and numbering on a blue background.
There are white directional arrows projected on the floor. - The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in public areas.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Toilet with Adaptations (Home Decorations - Right Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located within the Home Decoration section, just before the self-serve entrance.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 85cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 175cm (width) x 197cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 109cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 96cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 94cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is no mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 134cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Area (Self-serve)
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Access and Circulation
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- There is step-free access throughout the area.
- There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is concrete.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The majority of aisle widths are over 200cm.
- The majority of routes between products are over 120cm.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all corridors/walkways.
- There is a/are designated information point(s) available in this area.
- There is a/are touchscreen(s) available at the designated information point(s).
- The designated information point(s) is/are not staffed.
- The lighting levels in this area are varied.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- There is overhead directional signage with white lettering and numbering on a blue background.
There is location signage with white lettering and numbering on a red background. - The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in public areas.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Checkouts
- The checkout area is located at the end of the self-serve area.
- There is step-free level access to the checkout area.
- The venue has standard checkouts, self-serve touchscreens and a designated accessible till point.
- The designated accessible till point is located in the self-serve and express checkouts area.
- The designated accessible till point has a knee recess, a lowered counter and a portable payment machine.
- The queue width for the main checkouts is between 120cm and 150cm and there is no need to turn.
- The height of the payment counter is 86cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 70cm.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
- The height of the self-serve touchscreen display ranges from 98cm to 128cm from the floor.
- The scanners for the self-serve checkouts are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The payment machines for the self-serve checkouts are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The packing areas for the self-serve checkouts are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Assistance is available at the self-serve checkouts.
- The receipt reader to exit is at a height of 109cm.
- The width of the exit barrier opening is 137cm.
Food Market
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Inside Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the aisles.
- The majority of aisles have a clear width of 120cm+ and are clear of obstructions.
- The flooring throughout the aisles is vinyl.
- There is flooring in aisles which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
- There is flooring in aisles with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of areas.
- Background music is not played.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Checkout(s)
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- There are 2 checkouts available within the shop.
- There is step-free access to the checkout(s).
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the checkout(s).
- The checkout(s) is/are clearly signed.
- The lighting levels at the checkouts are good.
- There is a/are self service till(s).
- The height of the checkout(s) is/are 86cm.
- The height of the lowered section of the checkout(s) is 70cm.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the checkout(s).
- Staff can provide assistance with using the self service till(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the checkout(s).
- The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the checkout(s) (portable).
Eating and Drinking (Bistro)
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Location and Service
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- The Bistro is located after the checkout area and to the right of the exit.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has a food and drink ordering touchscreen, designated seating, a self service counter and a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
- Full table service is not available.
- Menus are wall-mounted, digital, online, available on a touchscreen and pictorial.
- The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan.
- The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Order and Payment
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- The service counter was surveyed.
- The counter is located directly ahead as you enter the area.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 91cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the tray rail is 85cm.
- The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 127cm to 186cm from the floor.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: high tables.
- The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
Exit
- The exit area is clearly signed.
- There is step-free level access at the exit.
- There are double automatic doors at this exit.
- The doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 185cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second set of double automatic doors.
- The second set of doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 174cm.
- The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you exit.
Entrance (Customer Returns)
- This entrance is located at the side of the store.
- 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 at this entrance.
- The doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 153cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second set of double automatic doors.
- The second set of doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 123cm.
- The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Counter (Customer Returns)
- The counter is located straight ahead when you enter through the Customer Returns entrance.
- The distance from the Customer Returns entrance is 5m.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 102cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 60cm.
- The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 95cm to 123cm from the floor.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
- Seating available in this area includes: sofas.
Counter (Home Delivery and Assembly)
- The counter is located to the left of the Customer Returns entrance.
- The distance from the Customer Returns entrance is 7m.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 102cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has a television.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
Counter (Collection Point)
- The counter is located to the left when you enter via the Customer Returns entrance.
- The distance from the Customer Returns entrance is 8m.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 102cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has windows and a television.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 95cm to 120cm from the floor.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
Toilet with Adaptations (Customer Returns - Left Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located opposite the customer returns desk.
- The distance from the Customer Returns entrance is 5m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 84cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 224cm (width) x 185cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 166cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 112cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a medium visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 90cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is no mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a waste bin, a sanitary bin and a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 96cm.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
- At the time of surveying this toilet was out of order.
