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Offices

• Services/facilities available include; open plan office space(s), meeting room(s) and kitchen(s).
• Services/facilities within the building include reception, community hall and various other rooms.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include playground, pre-school, children's centre and Northcourt.
• For the Riverside Centre - Studio (Little Explorers Pre-School) Access Guide please click here (new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• Staff receive disability awareness/equality training.
• There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• Staff receive deaf awareness training.
• 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 and audio on request.
• There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located in the grounds surrounding the centre.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are mobility aids available.
• The mobility aids available include ceiling track hoists, tri wheel walkers, commodes, walking sticks, walking frames and hoist slings.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact main reception.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Located on Dickens Road just off the A226 Rochester Road.
    The venue is just 1.2 miles away from Gravesend Town Centre via A226 Rochester Road.
    The A2 is only 3 miles away via A226 Rochester Road and Thong Lane for links to London, Gillingham and Canterbury.
  • The venue has its own car park with 2 Blue Badge bays.
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The bus stop is located on Rochester Road.
  • For more information on Arriva Kent & Surrey please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Gravesend.
  • Gravesend Station is approximately 1.9 miles from the venue.
    There are bus and taxi routes from the station to the venue.
  • For more information on Southeastern Railway please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on National Rail please click here (opens new tab).

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Parking

• The venue has shared parking facilities.

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• Parking View
  • The car park is located at the side of the Riverside Centre, opposite Northcourt.
  • 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.
  • There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 360cm x 490cm.
  • There is 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.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
  • There are additional car parks for staff and visitors.
  • There is an additional parking area available in front of the Children's Centre.
• Paying View
  • There are no parking charges for the car park.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • 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.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is some tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 4m from the main entrance.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building, facing the car park.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are 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.

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Reception (Main Reception)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on the left as you enter from the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) 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 varied.
  • 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 not a 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 provided in the reception area.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Getting Around (Building Corridors)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building.
  • There is a slight ramp, with a handrail on the left going up, for access to the I.T Room and Family Learning Centre.
  • Photograph 7 shows the ramp which is in the corridor just after the Community Hall leading to the learning rooms.
  • Photograph 9 shows the ramp is in the corridor at the rear of the Community Hall.
  • There is a slight ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to the Family Learning Centre from the Community Rooms.
  • Photograph 11 shows the ramp in the corridor leading from the Community and Art Rooms.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet, vinyl and laminate.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • 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.

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Outside Access (Community Hall Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, facing the playing fields.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance sign says 'Community Hall'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 120cm.
  • 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 single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Area(s) (Community Hall)

• The facilities/services located in the Community Hall include; a refreshment counter and community hall.
• There is step-free access throughout the building.
• There are doors in lobby areas/corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
• The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is wood and laminate.
• The main walkway(s)/aisle(s) in the open plan office(s) are wide enough for wheelchair users to pass.
• The type of flooring in the open plan/communal areas is wood and laminate.
• 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.
• There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• Seating in this area includes; chairs with no armrests.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the floor/area.
• There is no overhead signage in this area.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• None of the doors in this area have Braille signage.
• There is tactile signage on some doors in this area.
• There is not background music in this area.
• There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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• Refreshment Area(s) View
  • There is a communal refreshment area.
  • The refreshment area is on the left as you enter the Community Hall from the main corridor.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the refreshment area.
  • There is a dual height refreshment counter.
  • The dual counter heights are 76cm and 86cm.
  • There is not a knee recess under a work surface.
  • There is a TV with subtitles in the refreshment area.
• Breakout Area(s) View
  • Vending machines are not available.
  • A cash machine is not available.
• Comments View
  • There are tables and chairs in the Community Hall.
    
  • The height of the tables is 72cm.
    
  • The chairs do not have armrests.

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Room(s) (Community Room)

• The room surveyed was Community Room.
• Community Room is located in the rear left corridor leading from the Community Hall.

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• Access View
  • There are two smaller meeting rooms in the same corridor that were occupied at the time of the survey (September 2018).
    There are a further two Community Rooms in the corridor opposite.
  • There is 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 written signage for the room, in block capital lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • 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 may be 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 not fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 72cm.
  • 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 good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Room(s) (Room 015)

• The room surveyed was Room 015.
• Room 015 is located on the right as you enter from the main entrance.

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• Access View
  • There is 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 sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is not step-free access into the room(s).
  • There is/are 1 medium (11cm-17cm) step(s) for access to the room(s).
  • The step(s) is not/are not clearly marked and do/does not have handrails.
• Room Details View
  • 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 may be 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 72cm.
  • 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 carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Room(s) (Art Room)

• The room surveyed was Art Room.
• Art Room is located in the corridor between the Community Rooms and Family Learning Centre, next to the first escape.

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• Access View
  • There are several similar rooms along the back corridor used for adult learning which were in use at time of survey (September 2018).
  • There is 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 written signage for the room, in block capital lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • 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 is easy to open.
• Comments View
  • The room was occupied at the time of the survey (September 2018).

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Kitchen (Communal Kitchen)

• The kitchen is located in the rear corridor.
• There is step-free access to the kitchen.
• There is a/are door(s) to access the kitchen.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door may be difficult for some to open.
• The width of the door opening is 82cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the kitchen.
• The height of the work surfaces are 92cm .
• There is a work surface with a clear knee recess.
• There is not a height adjustable work surface.
• The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
• Vending machines are not available.
• Takeaway cups are available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Changing Places

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located in the corridor at the rear of the building, next to the Art Room.
  • The facility is approximately 55m (60yd 5in) from the main entrance.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is not located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • 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.
  • There is a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 90cm.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 310cm x 600cm .
  • The ceiling is at a height of 260cm.
  • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 90cm.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There are no vertical grab rails for the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a/an elbow pad flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm.
  • 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.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head can be placed between 120cm and 140cm when mounted.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are not available at the wash basin.
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 90cm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a/are clinical waste 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 a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • The lighting levels are low.
• Comments View
  • There is a baby change table in the changing places.
    
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Main Entrance)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left as you enter from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 94cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 210cm (5ft 7in x 6ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 115cm from floor level.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste 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 not fully functional.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are clinical waste and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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 not 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 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side 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 105cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 125cm (4ft 1in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 115cm (3ft 9in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • 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 medium.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is medium.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Rear Corridor)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the rear corridor near the communal kitchen.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 38m (41yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 82cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 145cm x 210cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 98cm from floor level.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 65cm (2ft 2in).
  • There is a flush, however it is not 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 not fully functional.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste, clinical waste and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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 not 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 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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 110cm (3ft 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 115cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 120cm (3ft 11in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • 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 low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are low.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the left as you enter the main entrance.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the female toilet(s).
  • There is Braille, tactile and 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 74cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered wash basin.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • 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.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the corridor at the rear of the Community Hall, next to the fire exit.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the male toilet(s).
  • There is Braille, tactile and 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 a lowered wash basin.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 74cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered wash basin.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
  • Lighting levels are low to moderate.
  • There is a/are similar standard toilet(s) available.