Access Guide
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The store is located 4.5 miles west of the town centre of Reading.
It is on Pincents Lane on the Pincents Kiln Industrial Park.
Pincents Kiln Industrial Park is off Bath Road when travelling from Reading, near to junction 12 of the M4 motorway.
From the motorway junction take the A4 Reading turn off and take the first left turn into the Pincents Kiln Industrial Park. The road is arrow marked "IKEA".
On entering Pincents Kiln, bare left and follow the street to IKEA. - There is ample parking at the store with a height restriction.
There is a multi-storey car park with Blue Badge and Parent and Child bays.
There are 5 electric car charging bays. - For more information on getting to IKEA Reading please click here (opens new tab).
- The store is located 4.5 miles west of the town centre of Reading.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the store.
- The bus stop is approximately 289 feet from IKEA Reading.
The stop is served by bus routes Sky Blue 15 and Yellow 26. - For more information on Reading Buses please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Theale.
- Theale Station is approximately 1.7 miles from IKEA Reading.
. - For more information on Great Western Rail Services and Theale Station facilities please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on National Rail please click here (opens new tab).
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 an assistive shopping service available within the store upon request.
- There is a/are order and collection point(s) within the store.
- The order and collection point(s) is/are located in the Customer Services area.
- There is a Pick and Delivery Service available within the store.
- The Pick and Delivery Service is located in the Customer Services area.
- 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 a Safe/Quiet Place available within the store.
- The Safe/Quiet Place is located in the first aid room or multi-faith room.
- Wifi is available throughout the store.
- Documents/information can be provided in; large print on request.
- 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.
- For assistive shopping, either contact the store beforehand or speak to a member of staff in the entrance foyer upon arrival.
- For assistance in loading and unloading please speak to a staff member at the checkouts or use the Help Points in the car park.
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Staff Information
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- There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
- Staff receive disability awareness/equality training.
- Staff do not receive deaf awareness training.
- British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
Parking
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Parking
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- The store does have its own parking facilities.
- The car park is located off Pincents Lane.
- The car park type is multi storey.
- Parking areas are well lit.
- The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
- The maximum height of the restriction barrier is 200cm (6ft 7in).
- The car park does not have a barrier control system.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- The car park surface is well maintained and easy to travel on.
- There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
- The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
- There is/are 10+ designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 360cm x 600cm (11ft 10in x 19ft 8in).
- There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
- Blue Badge bays are located on each level of the car park, near the lifts.
- Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are available.
- Help call points are available.
- Help call points are located adjacent to the pedestrian entrance and stairwell on each floor.
- All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
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Paying
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- There are no parking charges for the car park.
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Access from the Car Park
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- The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
- Assistance may be required because there is/are uneven surfaces.
- The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
- The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and block paving.
- There is a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
- There is tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
- The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
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Drop-off Point(s)
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- There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
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Comments
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- There are two entrances into the IKEA multi-storey car park on Pincents Lane.
- The first entrance on Pincents Lane to the lower and upper levels, has a height restriction of 200cm (photographs 1 and 2)
- The second entrance opposite the main entrance to the IKEA store, has a height restriction of 280cm (photographs 3 and 4)
- The help points have tactile and braille labelling, and each has a hearing assistance system.
- There are 5 electric car charging points in the car park.
- There are two entrances into the IKEA multi-storey car park on Pincents Lane.
Other Floors (Car Park)
- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are for public use.
- The stairs are located next to the pedestrian car park entrance.
- There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
- There are double width automatic doors on level 3 to enter/exit the stairwell and lift.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are levels 0, 1, 2 and 3.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
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Stairs
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- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Lift (Car Park)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to the left as you enter the pedestrian entrance to the car park.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are levels 0, 1, 2 and 3.
- There are automatic, double to access the lift lobby on the third floor.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 300cm.
- The dimensions of the lift are 303cm x 305cm (9ft 11in x 10ft).
- There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
Approach
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles and block paving.
- The approach surface is uneven in places.
- There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
- The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 136cm.
- The bollard(s) does/do not have a high colour contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
- There is step-free access on the approach.
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Comments
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- The multi-storey car park is located on the opposite side of the road to the store.
- There is a pedestrian crossing to navigate the road.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) by revolving.
- The width of the door opening is 278cm.
- There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.
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Comments
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- There is a button to the right of the entrance to slow the revolving door.
- The height of the button is 90cm.
- The entrance can also be used as an exit from the store.
Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located to the left of the main entrance.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
- The push pad or push button is 93cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 91cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.
- There is a slope with a very easy incline.
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Comments
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- This entrance can also be used as an exit from the store.
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 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 and single seats with armrests in the foyer.
- There is a store host available within the foyer.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a shortcut from the entrance foyer to the Bistro, Swedish Food Market and Customer Services (shown in photograph 7).
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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 104cm.
- 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 4 medium height steps, without handrails to access an additional area of Småland.
- There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available within the play area (Småland).
- There are standard toilets available within the play area (Småland).
- There are not ambulant cubicles available in the standard toilets.
- Baby change facilities are not available within the play area (Småland).
Multi-Faith Room
- The multi-faith prayer room is on located on level 0, to the rear right of the entrance foyer.
- Access into the prayer room is via a single door.
- The door opens towards you (pull).
- The door is heavy.
- The door opening width is 83cm.
- The type of flooring within the room is vinyl and carpet.
- There is sufficient turning space in the room for a wheelchair user.
- The facilities within the room include a wash basin (85cm high), a hand dryer (100cm high), a mirror (60cm from the floor), a bench, two stools and prayer mats.
Changing Places (Entrance Foyer)
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Location and Access
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- The facility is located at the rear of the entrance foyer.
- The facility is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
- There is level access into the facility.
- The facility surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- You do not need a key for the facility.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
- The width of the door is 87cm.
- The dimensions of the facility are 223cm x 300cm.
- There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
- The facility has not got a non-slip floor.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
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Toilet Details
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- The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 140cm.
- Dropdown rails are provided.
- As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on the left.
- The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
- The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a spatula flush.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 94cm.
- The toilet has a lid obstructing the back rest/cistern/wall.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
- The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
- The length of the facility changing bench is 190cm (6ft 3in).
- The facility hoist is powered overhead.
- The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
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Shower Details
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- There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
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Other Facilities
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- A privacy screen is not available.
- The type of wash basin is fixed.
- The height of the wash basin is 73cm.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
- As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- The colour contrast between the grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
- Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
- There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
- There is not a coat hook.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- The lighting levels are good.
Standard Toilet(s) (Entrance Foyer)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The height of the lowered wash basin is 72cm.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located at the rear of the entrance foyer.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
- There is step-free access into the female and male toilet(s).
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- There is a lowered urinal in the male toilet(s).
- The height of the lowered urinal is 50cm.
- There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered urinal.
- The lowered urinal does contrast visually with the wall.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair in front of the lowered urinal (90cm x 140cm).
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- There is a lowered wash basin.
- The height of the lowered wash basin is 80cm.
- There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered wash basin.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are good.
- There is a/are similar standard toilet(s) available.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are located within the store.
- Baby change facilities are located Within the standard toilets.
- There is step-free access into the baby change facilities.
- The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
- The baby change table is not height adjustable.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 95cm.
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Comments
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- There are two baby change tables in make toilet and one in the female.
Parent and Baby Room (Entrance Foyer)
- There is a parent and baby room for public use.
- The parent and baby room is located at the rear right of the entrance foyer.
- The parent and baby room is approximately 18m from the accessible entrance.
- There is step-free access into the parent and baby room.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
- The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
- The baby change table is not height adjustable.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
- There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
- The height of the wash basin is 85cm.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- There is a/are chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
- There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
- There is a toilet in the parent and baby room.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
- The lighting levels are good.
Access to (the Showroom)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are for public use.
- The stairs are located to the left as you enter the entrance foyer.
- The stairs are approximately 7m from the accessible entrance.
- The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are levels 0 and 1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a second lower handrail.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
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Escalator(s)
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- Escalators can be used to access other floors.
- The escalator(s) is/are located to the left of the entrance foyer.
- The escalator(s) is/are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The escalators only go up.
- The floors which are accessible by escalator(s) are levels 0 and 1.
- The escalator(s) steps are clearly marked.
- The foot and head of the escalator(s) are not clearly marked.
- The lighting levels at the escalator(s) are good.
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Lift
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- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to the rear left of the entrance foyer.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are levels 0 and 1.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
- The clear door width of the lift is 240cm (7ft 10in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 242cm x 208cm (7ft 11in x 6ft 10in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
Area (Showroom)
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Access and Circulation
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- There is step-free access throughout the area.
- There are raised floors to displays throughout the showroom with ramped threshold strips at the edges.
- There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways 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 start of the Showroom to the Restaurant and Café (area 11).
There is a shortcut from Living Room (area 2) to Living Room Storage (area 3).
There is a shortcut from Living Room (area 2) to Children's IKEA (area 9).
There is a shortcut from Dining (area 4) to Wardrobes and Storage (area 8). - The majority of shortcut widths 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 touchscreen(s) available at the designated information point(s).
- The designated information point(s) is/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 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 store.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Planning Area (Kitchen)
- The planning area is located in area 5 (Kitchen) 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 distance between the floor and the lowest desk is 71cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest desk is 79cm.
- The standard height for desks is 71cm.
- 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 is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the planning area.
- There is a privacy room/area available.
- On screen BSL interpreters are not available.
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Comments
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- The Kitchen Planning Area works on an appointment system.
- Appointments for Kitchen planning can be made online or in the store at the Kitchen department.
- Customers may then wait until a team member is available.
- Appointments cannot be guaranteed during busy or peak times.
- There is an accessible children's play point.
Planning Area (IKEA Business)
- The planning area is located in area 6 (Workspaces) 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 low (76cm or lower) .
- The standard height for desks is 68cm.
- 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.
- There is a mixture of seating with and 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.
Planning Area (PAX Wardrobes)
- The planning area is located in area 8 (Wardrobes and Storage) 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 76cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest desk is 100cm.
- 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 a hearing assistance system in the planning area.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The sound enhancement system is located at the wardrobe information / payment counter.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- 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.
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Comments
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- There is an accessible children's play point in the planning area.
Eating and Drinking (Restaurant)
- The following information is for the restaurant.
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Location and Access
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- The restaurant is located at the end of the Showroom or via the shortcut at the start of the Showroom.
- There is step-free access to the restaurant.
- There is step-free access within the restaurant.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Service and Menus
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- Full table service is not available.
- Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
- Food and/or drinks can be brought to the table.
- This area does play background music.
- Wifi is available within this area.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Takeaway cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- There are menu boards/signs available.
- Menus are not available in Braille.
- Menus are not available in large print.
- Picture menus are not available.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Food allergy information is available on hand held menus.
- The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
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Counter
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- The height of the service counter is 85cm .
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- There is a counter/tray rail at a height of 85cm to allow a disabled person to manoeuvre a tray.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
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Seating Area
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- Some tables are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- The nearest table is approximately 1m from the entrance/opening.
- The nearest table is approximately 3m from the till/counter.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 70cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 103cm.
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Comments
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- There is a baby food warming station with a microwave, bottle warmer, plastic bowls, bibs and cutlery.
- The height of the counter is 92cm.
- The height to the microwave is 144cm.
- Staff are available to help if assistance is needed.
- There is a children's play area to the far right as you enter the restaurant.
- There is a screened nursing area to the right as you enter the restaurant.
- There are 2 chairs in the nursing area.
- One of the chairs has armrests.
Eating and Drinking (Café)
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the café.
- The café is located at the end of the Showroom or via the shortcut at the start of the Showroom.
- There is step-free access to the café.
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Service and Menus
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- There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
- Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
- Menu types include: written wall menus.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
- The type of food served here is sandwiches, snacks and pastries.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Adapted cups are not available.
- Adapted cutlery is not available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- This area does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
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Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 90cm.
- There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
- The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
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Tables and Seating
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- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
- The height between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 63cm.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 73cm.
- The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 73cm.
- The surface height of the lowest table is 40cm.
- The surface height of the highest table is 114cm.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- In this area there are coffee tables, high tables, armchairs and bench seats.
- The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
Toilet with Adaptations (Restaurant)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the left rear of the restaurant on the first floor.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 252cm x 303cm (8ft 3in x 9ft 11in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has not got a non-slip floor.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 185cm (6ft 1in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by 2 bins and the baby change unit when lowered.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are general domestic waste and female sanitary disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a lid.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 94cm (3ft 1in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is Low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
- The baby change table is not height adjustable.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 88cm (2ft 11in).
Standard Toilet(s) (Restaurant)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the rear left of the restaurant.
- There is step-free access into the female and male toilet(s).
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- There is a lowered urinal in the male toilet(s).
- The height of the lowered urinal is 51cm.
- There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered urinal.
- The lowered urinal does contrast visually with the wall.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair in front of the lowered urinal (90cm x 140cm).
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- There is a lowered wash basin.
- The height of the lowered wash basin is 72cm.
- There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered wash basin.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are good.
- There is a/are similar standard toilet(s) available.
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Baby Change Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are located within the store.
- Baby change facilities are located Within the male standard toilets.
- There is step-free access into the baby change facilities.
- The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
- The baby change table is not height adjustable.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 100cm.
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Comments
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- There are two baby change tables within both the male and female toilets.
Parent and Baby Room (Restaurant)
- There is a parent and baby room for public use.
- The parent and baby room is located to the rear left of the restaurant.
- There is step-free access into the parent and baby room.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
- The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
- The baby change table is not height adjustable.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 92cm (3ft).
- There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
- There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
- The height of the wash basin is 86cm.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- There is a/are chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
- There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
- There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
- The lighting levels are good.
Access to (the Market Hall)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are for public use.
- The stairs are located at the end of the Showroom, opposite the Restaurant.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are levels 1 and 0.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a second lower handrail.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
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Lift
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- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located at the end of the Showroom, opposite the Restaurant.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are levels 1 and 0.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
- The clear door width of the lift is 238cm (7ft 10in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 242cm x 208cm (7ft 11in x 6ft 10in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
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 vinyl.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways 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 Textiles (area 13) to Lighting (area 17).
There is a shortcut from Home Organisation (area 16) to Home Decoration (area 20). - The majority of shortcut widths 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 touchscreen(s) available at the designated information point(s).
- Some of the designated information points are 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 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)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located in the Home Organisation area of the Market Hall.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 288cm x 254cm (9ft 5in x 8ft 4in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has not got a non-slip floor.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 218cm (7ft 2in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are pedal bin and female sanitary disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 163cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- The toilet has a lid.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 92cm (3ft).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 80cm (2ft 7in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is Low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
- The baby change table is not height adjustable.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
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 in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways 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.
- 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 on a blue background.
There is product location signage with white lettering 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 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.
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Comments
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- There is a Bargain Corner to the rear left of the Market Hall.
- The aisle widths between the stock may vary.
Checkouts
- The checkouts are located after the Market Hall.
- There is step-free access to the checkouts.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the checkouts.
- Checkouts are clearly signed.
- The lighting levels at the checkouts are good.
- There is a/are self service till(s), checkout(s) and high activity till(s).
- The height of the checkout(s) is/are 100cm.
- The height of the high activity till(s) is/are 58cm.
- Staff can provide assistance with using the self service till(s).
- There is a hearing assistance system at the checkouts.
- The following checkouts have a sound enhancement system; all checkouts and high activity tills.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the checkouts (portable).
Eating and Drinking (Bistro)
- The following information is for the café.
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Location and Access
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- The café is located beyond the checkouts.
- There is step-free access to the café.
- There is step-free access within the café.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Service and Menus
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- Full table service is not available.
- Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
- Food and/or drinks can be brought to the table.
- This area does play background music.
- Wifi is available within this area.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Takeaway cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- There are wall menus available.
- Menus are not available in Braille.
- Menus are not available in large print.
- Picture menus are not available.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Food allergy information is available on hand held menus.
- The type of food served here is hot dogs, donuts and pastries.
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Counter
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- The height of the service counter is 91cm .
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
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Seating Area
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- Some tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- The nearest table is approximately 1m from the entrance/opening.
- The nearest table is approximately 10m from the till/counter.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 64cm.
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 102cm.
Food Market (Swedish 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 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 played.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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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 91cm.
- The height of the lowered section of the checkout(s) is 60cm.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section(s) of the checkout(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the checkout(s).
- The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the checkout(s) (portable).
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Comments
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- If no staff are at the checkout till, customers can make payment at the end of the Bistro counter.
Outside Access (Customer Returns Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located to the right of the store.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 142cm.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 131cm.
- There is a slope with a very easy incline.
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Comments
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- This entrance does not open until 10:00am.
- This entrance may also be used as an exit from the store.
Counter (Customer Returns)
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Counter
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- The counter is located to the left after the checkouts.
- The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the counter.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
- There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the counter are good.
- The height of the counter is 102cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section of the counter.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 60cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided near the counter.
- The type of flooring in this area is concrete.
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Seating Area
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- There is a seating area close to the counter.
- Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
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Comments
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- The Customer Services is operated by a ticket queuing system.
- There is a touchscreen to receive a ticket.
- The height of the touchscreen is between 104cm and 124cm.
- There is a children's play area in the seating area.
Counter (Collection Point)
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Counter
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- The counter is located to the left after the checkouts.
- There is step-free access to the counter.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
- There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the counter are good.
- The height of the counter is 102cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided near the counter.
- The type of flooring in this area is concrete.
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Comments
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- The seating area is shared with Customer Returns.
Counter (Home Delivery Service)
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Counter
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- The counter is located to the left afetr the checkouts.
- The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the counter.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
- There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the counter are good.
- The height of the counter is 102cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided near the counter.
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Comments
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- The Hertz Rent a Van touchscreen is between 107cm and 121cm high.
- The seating area is shared with Customer Returns.
Exit
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Exit
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- This information is for the exit located beyond the checkouts.
- The exit area/door is clearly signed internally.
- The exit is step-free.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this exit.
- The exit door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 220cm.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 228cm.
- There is a member of staff available for assistance at this exit.
Parking (Loading Areas)
- There are designated loading bays located on each level of the car park.
- For assistance in loading and unloading, please speak to a member of staff at the checkouts or use the call point on each level.