Access Guide
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 to the left as you enter via the customer returns entrance.
- There is a Pick and Delivery Service available within the store.
- The Pick and Delivery Service is located to the left as you enter via the customer returns entrance.
- There are additional charges for the Pick and Delivery Service.
- Wheelchairs are available to borrow within the store.
- To obtain loan wheelchairs please contact a member of staff on arrival.
- 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 available.
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available within the store.
- There is a Changing Places facility available within the store.
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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.
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 Drumcondra.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (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 and automatic doors.
- Levels 0, 1 and 2 can be accessed via a standard lift, stairs and escalator.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
- There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
- Toilets with adaptations are located by the restaurant, in the market hall and in the customer returns area.
- The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
- The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located in the entrance foyer, by the restaurant, in the market hall, and in the customer returns area.
- The changing facilities which have adaptations are located in the entrance foyer.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the entrance foyer, by the restaurant, in the market hall, and in the customer returns area.
Parking
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Car Park
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- The car park is located underneath the building, at ground level, and also to the side of it.
- The car park is open air/surface and sheltered.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac and block paving.
- The height of the restriction barrier is 280cm.
- There are 15+ designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 238cm (width) x 587cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 137cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 10m from the main entrance.
- 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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- 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.
- The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 324cm (width) x 496cm (depth).
- The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The charging points require an app.
- There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop-off point available.
Entrance (Main)
- This entrance is located within the sheltered car park.
- 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 are double automatic doors at this entrance.
- The doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 178cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second set of double automatic doors.
- The second set of doors are permanently held open.
- The width of the opening is 177cm.
- The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Lift (Main Entrance to Foyer)
- The lift surveyed is located to the left after you enter via the main entrance.
- The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
- 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 medium visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 239cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 239cm (width) x 200cm (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, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Escalators (Main Entrance to Foyer)
- The escalators surveyed are located ahead and on the left after you enter via the main entrance.
- Levels 0 and 1 are accessed by escalators.
- The escalator steps are unmarked.
- The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are clearly marked.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Stairs (Main Entrance to Foyer)
- The stairs surveyed are located ahead and on the left after you enter via the main entrance.
- 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.
- The steps have open risers.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
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 in the entrance foyer on level 1, to the left after you exit the lift.
- The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
- The distance from the main entrance lift is 15m.
- The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access and a lift.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens automatically and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 101cm.
- The door has a push pad lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
- The dimensions of the facility are 442cm (width) x 271cm (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 the right side is obstructed.
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 275cm.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 126cm.
- 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 192cm.
- 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 low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 80cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 70cm from the floor.
- A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
- The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 140cm.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 118cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The facility has a nappy/incontinence items bin, a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- A privacy screen is available.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
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 vinyl.
- 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 not play background music.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests in the foyer.
- There is a store host available within the foyer.
- Accessible play points are available.
- 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 102cm.
- There is not a lowered section of the play area counter.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the play area counter.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is not signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- There is stepped access within the play area.
- There is stepped access to a play area.
- 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.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Entrance Foyer)
- The room surveyed is located in the entrance foyer on level 1, to the left after you exit the lift.
- The distance from the lift is 15m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and a lift.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- 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 77cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 90cm.
- There is a wash basin, a paper towel dispenser, an emergency alarm, a mirror and a coat hook in the room.
- The wash basin has a sensor tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a pedal bin.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Eating and Drinking (Kafé IKEA)
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Location and Service
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- Kafé IKEA is located to the left as you exit the lift on level 1 from the main entrance.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access and a lift.
- This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
- 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, lactose free, nut allergy, 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 payment counter was surveyed.
- The counter is located towards the rear of the area.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 90cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has glazed screens which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
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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 and patterned.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, sofas and high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
- Some 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 which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Lift (Foyer to Showroom)
- The lift surveyed is located to the left of the level 1 entrance foyer.
- The distance from the main entrance lift is 10m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and a lift.
- Levels 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 medium visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 239cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 239cm (width) x 199cm (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 mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are other lifts available at this location which vary in size.
Escalators (Foyer to Showroom)
- The escalators surveyed are located in the centre of the foyer on level 1.
- Levels 1 and 2 are accessed by escalators.
- The escalator steps are unmarked.
- The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are clearly marked.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Stairs (Foyer to Showroom)
- The stairs surveyed are located in the centre of the foyer on level 1.
- Levels 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 18cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps have open risers.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Eating and Drinking (Restaurant)
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Location and Service
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- The restaurant is located on level 1, just behind the lift which takes you from the entrance foyer to the showroom.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access and a lift.
- This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, self service counters, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
- Full table service is available on request only.
- Menus are wall-mounted, digital, online, available on a touchscreen and pictorial.
- The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
- The following are available: drinking straws.
- There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
- The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
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Order and Payment
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- The payment counter was surveyed.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 86cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has glazed screens which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The height of the tray rail is 86cm.
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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, sofas, benches and high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables, high tables and booths.
- Some 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 which varies depending on the time of day.
- 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 right of the restaurant.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and a lift.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 77cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 237cm (width) x 218cm (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 170cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula 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 no dropdown rail for the toilet.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- 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 85cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 72cm 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 cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 87cm 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 89cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
- There is a mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a pedal bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 175cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even 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 and a lift.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 77cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 88cm.
- There is a wash basin, a paper towel dispenser, a mirror and a coat hook in the room.
- The wash basin has a sensor tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- 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 vinyl.
- 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 areas.
- 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 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 area.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Planning Area (BESTÅ Living Room Storage)
- The planning area is located in 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 medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk(s).
- There is a/are 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)
- 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 distance between the floor and the lowest desk is 73cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest desk is 114cm.
- 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.
- 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.
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 2 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 medium visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 240cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 240cm (width) x 200cm (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, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
Stairs (Showroom to Market Hall)
- The stairs surveyed are located at the end of the showroom and to the left.
- Levels 2 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 17cm.
- 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 concrete.
- 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 areas.
- There is bench seating 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).
- The designated information point(s) is/are not staffed.
- The lighting levels in this area are good.
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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 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 area.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Toilet with Adaptations (Market Hall - Right Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located at the market hall exit.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 77cm.
- 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 158cm (width) x 313cm (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 87cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a low 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 low 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 100cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 71cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rail is on the right as you face the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 84cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 104cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
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 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 areas.
- There is bench seating 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).
- The designated information point(s) is/are not staffed.
- The lighting levels in this area are good.
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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 straight ahead 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 straight ahead at the end of the self-serve area.
- If you need to use a designated accessible till point, please go straight there and a colleague will come to assist you. You are not required to queue here.
- The designated accessible till point has signage, a knee recess and a portable payment machine.
- The queue width for the main checkouts is at least 150cm and there is no need to turn.
- The height of the payment counter is 101cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The height of the self-serve touchscreen display ranges from 87cm to 123cm from the floor.
- The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a call for assistance button.
- 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 110cm.
- The width of the exit barrier opening is 132cm.
- Lowered tills without barriers and receipt readers are also available.
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 some 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 all areas.
- Background music is not played.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Checkout(s)
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- There is 1 checkout 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 checkout(s).
- The height of the checkout(s) is/are 85cm.
- 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 to the right as you enter via the customer returns entrance.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and designated seating.
- Full table service is not available.
- Menus are wall-mounted, digital, online and pictorial.
- The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, 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 payment counter was surveyed.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 90cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
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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 without armrests and high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
- Some 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 which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Entrance (Customer Returns)
- This entrance is located to the left of the car park, on level 1.
- 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 are double automatic doors at this entrance.
- The doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 178cm.
- 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 178cm.
- 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 directly ahead as you enter via the customer returns entrance.
- The distance from the entrance is 7m.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 103cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 63cm.
- The counter has a television and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
- The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
Counter (Home Delivery Service and Assembly Service)
- The counter is located to the left of customer returns.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 103cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has a television which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Counter (Collection Point)
- The counter is located to the left of customer returns.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 103cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has a television which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Toilet with Adaptations (Customer Returns - Right Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located in the customer returns area.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 76cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 220cm (width) x 265cm (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.
- The lateral transfer space is 151cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula 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 medium visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- 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 96cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps cannot 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 medium visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 89cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 131cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 114cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a 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 175cm from the floor.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 88cm.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Customer Returns)
- The room surveyed is located in the customer returns area.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 76cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 88cm.
- There is a wash basin, a hand dryer, an emergency alarm, a mirror and a coat hook in the room.
- The wash basin has a sensor tap.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
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 178cm.
- 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 178cm.
- The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you exit.
Lift (Car Park)
- The lift surveyed is located at the exit / customer returns entrance.
- The distance from the customer returns entrance is 5m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- Level 1 to Car Park 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 medium visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 240cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 240cm (width) x 299cm (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 mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are other lifts available at this location which vary in size.
Stairs (Car Park)
- The stairs surveyed are located to the far left of the car park.
- Level 1 to Car Park can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps have some clear markings 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.
Travelators (Exit)
- The travelators surveyed are located on the left as you exit the store.
- Levels 1 and 0 are accessed by travelator.
- The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the travelators are clearly marked.
- There are bollards in front of the travelator with a gap of 63cm.
Trolleys can fit through this gap but this may not be a suitable option for wheelchair users.