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Overview (Peter Hodgkinson Centre - PCDU - MHUAC)

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• About View
  • The Peter Hodgkinson Centre - PCDU - MHUAC is a mental health hospital.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: Psychiatric Clinical Decisions Unit, Mental Health Urgent Assessment Centre and wards.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest step-free train station is Lincoln.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is an alternative entrance via the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance via a steep slope.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • The first floor can be accessed via a standard lift.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: Braille (on request), large print (on request) and different languages (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Peter Hodgkinson Centre - PCDU - MHUAC)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located on the ground floor, to the left as you enter the activity room and along the rear corridor.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • The male and female step-free standard toilet facilities are located to the left as you enter the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance.
  • The male and female step-free standard toilet facilities are located to the right as you enter the PCDU Entrance.
  • The gender inclusive step-free standard toilet facilities are located along the left side walkway as you enter the activity area.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the family room on the ground floor.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • The washroom facilities which have adaptations are located along the right side corridor as you enter the PCDU Entrance.

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Parking (Peter Hodgkinson Centre Blue Badge Parking)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the front of the building.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 236cm (width) x 475cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to one side and the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 81cm.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • The nearest designated bay is 10m from the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a steep ramp or slope and uneven surfaces.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance (Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance)

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a steep gradient.
• There is an intercom at a height of 135cm.
• The height of the hand sanitiser is 101cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 85cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The second set of doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 103cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second set of doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception (Main Reception)

• The reception is located to the right as you enter the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance.
• The distance from the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance is 3m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 89cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• The reception has glazed screens and patterned/distracting backgrounds.
• There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Entrance (PCDU Entrance)

• This entrance is located on the left side of the building.
• The approach to the entrance has bollards.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is an intercom at a height of 101cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 154cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a second single automatic door.
• The second door opens by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 106cm.
• The second door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception (PCDU Reception)

• The reception is located to the right as you enter the PDCU Entrance.
• The distance from the PDCU Entrance is 2m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 76cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• The reception has glazed screens and patterned/distracting backgrounds.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Getting Around (Peter Hodgkinson Centre - PCDU - MHUAC)

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of walkways.
• Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
• There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Seating Area (Waiting Area - Peter Hodgkinson Centre)

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• Location and Access View
  • The waiting area is ahead as you enter the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Seating Area (Waiting Room - MHUAC)

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• Location and Access View
  • The MHUAC waiting area is located along the right side corridor as you enter the PCDU Entrance.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 88cm.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • Some chairs are fixed.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Room (Multi Faith Room)

• The room is located along the right side corridor as you enter the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance.
• The distance from the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance is 20m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 116cm.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 83cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Room (Family Room)

• The room is located along the right side corridor as you enter the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance.
• The distance from the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance is 28m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 113cm.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 83cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and coffee tables.
• Some seating is fixed.
• Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• The height of the kitchen counter is 91cm.

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Room (Activity Area)

• The room is located to the rear of the building, on the ground floor.
• The distance from the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance is 51m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 125cm.
• There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
• One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The doors open outwards.
• The doors require effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 75cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and sofas.
• Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables.
• Some seating and tables are fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event .
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Room (Lounge 1)

• The room is located on the right side as you enter the PCDU Entrance.
• The distance from the PCDU Entrance is 8m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is Braille and written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 99cm.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has an open extension leaf.
• The door opens inwards.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs and riser recliner chairs.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Room (Interview Room)

• The room is located on the left side of the building, within the PCDU.
• The distance from the PCDU Entrance is 10m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is Braille, tactile and written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 88cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Room (Assessment Room 2)

• The room is located along the right side corridor, as you enter the PCDU Entrance.
• The distance from the PCDU Entrance is 18m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 87cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Gym (Peter Hodgkinson Centre)

• The gym is located to the rear of the building, on the ground floor.
• There is step-free level access into the gym.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has an open extension leaf.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 78cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The gym is staffed at specific times.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
• Equipment includes cable resistance machines.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Lift (Peter Hodgkinson Centre)

• The lift surveyed is located to the rear of the building.
• The distance from the Peter Hodgkinson Centre Entrance is 38m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
• The ground and first floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
• None of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 130cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 160cm (width) x 240cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
• None of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
• There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

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Stairs (Peter Hodgkinson Centre)

• The stairs surveyed are located to the rear of the building, on the left side.
• There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
• The ground and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 19 steps between floors.
• The steps have some clear markings and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 19cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

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Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Peter Hodgkinson Centre)

• The room surveyed is located to the rear of the Family Room.
• The distance from the Family Room entrance is 6m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
• The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm.
• Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
• The height of the baby change facility when in use is 95cm.
• There is a wash basin, a paper towel dispenser, an emergency alarm and an assistance bell in the room.
• The wash basin has a sensor tap.
• The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Bathroom with Adaptations (PCDU - Toilet and Shower)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bathroom surveyed is located along the right side corridor, as you enter the PCDU Entrance.
  • The distance from the PCDU Entrance is 11m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • There is Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 91cm.
  • The door has a locking handle.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 142cm (width) x 431cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a wall sensor flush on the wall above the cistern.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 107cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 64cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 107cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 124cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a push button emergency alarm.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The bathroom has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • The bathroom has a wheel-in shower.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is a shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • There are dropdown rails for the shower.
  • The shower dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push button emergency alarm for the shower.
  • This room requires a key that can be provided at the PCDU Reception.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Activity Area - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located within the activity area.
  • The distance from the activity area entrance is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm.
  • The door has a locking handle.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 162cm (width) x 204cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 101cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a wall sensor flush on the wall above the cistern.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 42cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 74cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 80cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 107cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 112cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a push button emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a pedal bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.