Access Guide
Getting Here
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By Road
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- Leave the A2 at the Old Bexley Lane junction and follow signs for Dartford (A2018).This becomes Miskin Road.
At the T-junction, turn right onto Summerhill Road and the entrance to the centre is located on the right. - The venue has its own parking with 2 Blue Badge bays.
- Leave the A2 at the Old Bexley Lane junction and follow signs for Dartford (A2018).This becomes Miskin Road.
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By Bus
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- There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
- The nearest bus stop is located on Highfield Road, approximately 322m away from the venue, located at the Dartford Magistrates Court.
- For more information on Highfield Road Magistrates Court (Travelling North) Stop T Bus Stop in Highfield Road Dartford please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Dartford.
- Dartford Train Station is approximately 1km away.
- For more information on Dartford Train Station please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on Southeastern Railway please click here (opens new tab).
Getting Help and Assistance
- Dartford Adult Education Centre please click here (new tab).
- There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
- There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
- British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
- The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request, large print on request, Makaton on request, different languages on request and audio on request.
- There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
- There are not mobility aids available.
Parking
- The venue does have its own parking facilities.
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Parking
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- The car park is located at the front of the venue, off Summerhill Road.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- The car park does not have a barrier control system.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
- The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
- There is/are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 240cm x 490cm.
- There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
- The dimensions of other designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) vary in size.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
- Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
- 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.
- Parking is free for visitors of the venue.
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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 slopes/ramps.
- The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
- The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and block paving.
- There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
- There is no tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
- The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 10m 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).
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.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
- The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has handrails on both sides.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
- There is/are 2 unmarked step(s), with handrails on both sides.
- Handrails are not 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.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- 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 55cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
- The width of the door opening is 80cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 150cm.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located straight ahead as you enter.
- The reception point is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the main entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- 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 70cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the reception area.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
- Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There are seats without armrests at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
- Access to other floors/levels is via stairs and lift.
- Wayfinding signage is not provided.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
- This venue does not play background music in public areas.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
Room(s) (Rehearsal Room)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Rehearsal Room.
- Rehearsal Room is located at the rear of reception.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is not available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are double.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- This room has a television screen.
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- The type of flooring in the room(s) is vinyl and laminate.
- There is some flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Comments
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- This room has a centre partition and can be made into 2 separate rooms.
- There are identical entrances at both ends of the room.
Room(s) (Classroom 2 - Ground Floor)
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- The room surveyed was Classroom 2.
- Classroom 2 is located on the ground floor main corridor, to the right past reception.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- There is numerical signage for the room, that is clearly visible.
- The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
- The height of the speaker's desk/table is 70cm.
- The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- This room has a whiteboard.
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- Furniture can be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
Room(s) (Classroom 4 - IT Room)
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- The room surveyed was Classroom 4 - IT Room.
- Classroom 4 - IT Room is located immediately to the left of reception.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- There is numerical signage for the room, that is clearly visible.
- The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are double (with one leaf locked).
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
- The height of the speaker's desk/table is 70cm.
- The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- Furniture can be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
Room(s) (Room 7 - Woodwork)
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- The room surveyed was Room 7 - Woodwork.
- Room 7 - Woodwork is located on the ground floor main corridor, to the rear left of the venue.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- There is numerical signage for the room, that is clearly visible.
- The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- This room has a television screen and a whiteboard.
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 90cm and 110cm.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- Furniture cannot be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Comments
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- There are 2 sets of identical single manual doors to enter this workshop.
Room(s) (Classroom 3 - Arts & Crafts)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Classroom 3 - Arts & Crafts.
- Classroom 3 - Arts & Crafts is located to the immediate right of reception.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- There is numerical signage for the room, that is clearly visible.
- The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 70cm and 90cm.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
Other Floors (North-West)
- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are for public use.
- The stairs are located at the north-west end of the venue.
- The stairs are approximately 45m from the main entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the ground floor.
- There is a 75cm wide, heavy, single manual door that opens away from you to access the first floor main corridor.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G,1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
- 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
Other Floors (South-East)
- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are for public use.
- The stairs are located at the south-east end of the venue.
- The stairs are approximately 55m from the main entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the ground floor.
- There is a 75cm wide, heavy, single manual door that opens away from you to access the first floor main corridor.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G,1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
Lift
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located on the ground floor, to the left of reception.
- The lift was out of use at the time of the survey.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a platform 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 G,1,U1.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 120cm x 150cm (3ft 11in x 4ft 11in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does not have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are low.
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Comments
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- This lift bypasses the stepped access to the dance studio on the upper first floor.
Level Change (First Floor Corridor)
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Step(s)
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- There is a/are step(s) located midway along the first floor corridor.
- The step(s) is/are used to access the dance studio.
- There is/are 10 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
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Comments
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- The lift bypasses the stairs for step-free access to the dance studio.
Room(s) (Dance Studio - Upper First Floor)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Dance Studio.
- Dance Studio is located on the upper first floor corridor.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is not available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- The type of flooring in the room(s) is wood.
- There is some flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
Room(s) (Classroom 11 - Biology)
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- The room surveyed was Classroom 11 - Biology.
- Classroom 11 - Biology is located on the first floor main corridor.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- There is numerical signage for the room, that is clearly visible.
- The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are double (with one leaf locked).
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
- The height of the speaker's desk/table is 70cm.
- The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- Furniture can be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
Room(s) (Classroom 12 - Medical Sciences)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Classroom 12 - Medical Sciences.
- Classroom 12 - Medical Sciences is located on the first floor main corridor, next to the north-west stairwell.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- There is numerical signage for the room, that is clearly visible.
- The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
- The height of the speaker's desk/table is 70cm.
- The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 70cm and 90cm.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- Furniture can be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
- There is some flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
Room(s) (Classroom 14)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Classroom 14.
- Classroom 14 is located on the first floor main corridor, next to the south-east stairwell.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
- There is numerical signage for the room, that is clearly visible.
- The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
- The height of the speaker's desk/table is 75cm.
- The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Right-Hand Transfer)
- 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 at the south-east end of the ground floor corridor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
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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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 230cm (5ft 3in x 7ft 7in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by clinical waste and pedal bins.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is not 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 clinical waste 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 backrest and a cistern.
- 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
- 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 90cm.
- 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 95cm (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 low.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
Accessible Toilet(s) (First Floor - Left-Hand Transfer)
- 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 on the first floor, at the south-east end of the venue.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
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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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 220cm (5ft 3in x 7ft 3in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The toilet has 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is not 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 female sanitary and general domestic waste 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 backrest and a cistern.
- 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
- 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 90cm.
- 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 95cm (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 low.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)
- 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 on the ground floor corridor, at the south-east end of the venue.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the female and male toilet(s).
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- There is not a lowered urinal in the male toilet(s).
- 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 push.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a/are similar standard toilet(s) available.
Standard Toilet(s) (First Floor)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located at the top of the south-east stairwell.
- The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the lift.
- There is step-free access into the female toilet(s), via lift.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- 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 push.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a/are similar standard toilet(s) available.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the first floor corridor at the north-west end of the venue.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the lift.
- There is step-free access into the male toilet(s), via lift.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- There is not a lowered urinal.
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- There is not a lowered wash basin.
- The height of the lowered wash basin is 80cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a/are similar standard toilet(s) available.