Access Guide
Overview
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
- There is a public car park nearby.
- The name of the nearest car park is Anton Mill Road Parking.
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- The nearest step-free train station is Andover.
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
- Access throughout may include manual doors and narrow walkways.
- The ground to third floors can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- There is a member of staff to welcome visitors at the entrance.
- There is seating available.
- There is no hearing assistance system.
- There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
- There is a designated assistance dog spending area.
- Additional facilities/services include: phone charging points and Wi-Fi.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
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Toilet Facilities
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- The toilets with adaptations are located throughout the office.
- The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
- Ambulant toilet facilities are located throughout the office.
- Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located throughout the office.
- Shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located throughout the office.
- Gender neutral step-free standard toilet facilities are located on one floor of the office.
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Changing Places Facilities
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- Changing Places facilities are located on one floor of the office.
Parking
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Car Park
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- The car park is located at the rear of the building.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
- There are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 130cm.
- The nearest designated bay is 178m from the Keens House front entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp or slope.
- There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
- The parking is well lit.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park is for visitors, Blue Badge holders and colleagues only.
- Parking is free for all users.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Points
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- There are 6 electric vehicle charging points.
- The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 240cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
- The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The charging points require an app.
- There are 2 electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
- The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay designated for Blue Badge holders are 240cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
- The controls for the Blue Badge charging points are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The nozzle holster for the Blue Badge charging points is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The charging points designated for Blue Badge holders require an app.
- The nearest Blue Badge charging point is 183m from the Keens House front entrance.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop-off point available.
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Public Car Park
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- There is a public car park located on Anton Mill Road.
- The name of the car park is Anton Mill Road Short Stay Car Park.
- Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
- There are five further standard bays and a Blue Badge bay at the front of the building which can be used by visitors on arrival.
- An overflow car park for Keens House is located across Anton Mill Road.
Entrance (Keens House Front Entrance)
- This entrance is located at the front of the building.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with Lloyds Banking Group - Keens House.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
- There is an intercom at a height of 135cm.
- There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
- The doors open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 135cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Reception (Keens House)
- The reception is located ahead on the right as you enter the building.
- The distance from the Keens House front entrance is 3m.
- There is step-free level access to reception.
- The height of the reception desk is 118cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the desk.
- The reception has glazed screens.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
- Seating available in this area includes: sofas without castors.
- There are security barriers which are operated by key card.
Changing Places
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Location and Access
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- The Changing Places facility surveyed is located to the left as you enter Keens House.
- The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
- There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
- The distance from the Keens House front entrance is 2m.
- The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- A RADAR key is required for access to this facility.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the door opening is 95cm.
- The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the facility are 290cm (width) x 357cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
- This is a wet room.
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Toilet Details
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- There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the left side is obstructed.
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 120cm.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 82cm.
- There is a spatula flush on the right transfer side.
- There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
- There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is not a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The changing bench is wall mounted and height adjustable.
- The length of the changing bench is 184cm.
- The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
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Shower Details
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- There is an adjustable shower head.
- The shower controls are lever mixer.
- There is no shower seat.
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Other Facilities
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- There is a height adjustable wash basin.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 120cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
- A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
- The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 200cm.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
- The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The facility has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin, a sanitary bin and a clinical waste bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 197cm from the floor.
- A privacy screen is available.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Lift
- The lift surveyed is located at the rear left of the building.
- The distance from the Keens House front entrance is 92m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- The ground to third floors are accessed by this lift.
- There is clear signage in the lift lobbies indicating the floor number.
- 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 high visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift opening width is 90cm.
- The dimensions of the lift are 106cm (width) x 143cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
- Some of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a hearing assistance alarm system, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are 2 lifts in this location.
- The lifts available at this location are of a similar size.
Stairs
- The stairs surveyed are located to the rear left of the building.
- This is a U-shaped staircase.
- The ground to third floors can be accessed by these stairs.
- There is clear signage in the stairwells indicating the floor number.
- There are 20 steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails do not 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 between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 18cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are manual doors to access the lobby on some floors, and automatic doors on other floors.
Kitchen
- There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- Some flooring is patterned.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- The work surface is 86cm from the floor.
- A lowered work surface is not available.
- Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
- The sink is 86cm from the floor.
- A lowered sink is not available.
- The sink has a lever mixer tap.
- The height of the counter-top boiled and chilled water tap is 118cm.
- There are instructions for use of the counter-top boiled and chilled water tap.
- Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas without castors.
- Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
- Some of the furniture is 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.
- Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave.
- The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
- The dishwasher does not have a sign to show if it is in use or empty.
- Power sockets are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There are 6 similar kitchens in the building.
- This is an example of a typical kitchenette in this office.
Room (Contemplation Room)
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a lift and automatic 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 away from you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 86cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- 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.
- Privacy facilities for this room include: a solid door without glazing, an occupied sign, a door lock and blinds.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and benches.
- Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables.
- The furniture and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Additional facilities/services include: ritual washing facilities and ritual washing facilities with adaptations.
- Storage facilities in this room include floor standing cupboards.
- There are a mix of high and low level lockers nearby.
- 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.
- The room has adjustable temperature controls.
Wellbeing Room (Returning Parents Room)
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a lift and automatic 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 towards you.
- The door requires effort to open.
- The width of the opening is 86cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- 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.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Privacy facilities for this room include: a solid door without glazing, an occupied sign, a door lock and blinds.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
- Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin, a paper towel dispenser, a wastebasket and a nappy bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 123cm from the floor.
- There is no emergency alarm.
- 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.
- The room has adjustable temperature controls.
Room (Meeting Room)
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a lift and automatic 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 medium visual contrast.
- The door opens away from you.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the opening is 86cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (152cm x 152cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Privacy facilities for this room include: a solid door without glazing and a door lock.
- The flooring is patterned.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
- The height to the top of the surface of the desk is 74cm.
- The clear height under the desk is 72cm.
- Electric sockets and data points are in easy reach when seated.
- The furniture and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles.
- There are no lockers nearby.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- The room has adjustable temperature controls.
- This is an example of a typical meeting room in this office.
Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)
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Route
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- The most accessible route to the toilet has a standard lift.
- There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
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Access
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- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door is push pad activated.
- The height of the push pad is 95cm.
- The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
- The width of the opening is 885cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 189cm (width) x 272cm (depth).
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 130cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
- The flush is on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
- There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
- The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a varying colour contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 99cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
- There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer which requires hands to be inserted into the top.
- The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a sanitary bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 130cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
