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Lloyds Banking Group - Reading - Visitor Guide

The Davidson Building, Forbury Square, Reading, RG1 3EU

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Access Guide

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Overview

  • About View
    • Access into the building is escorted. Lloyds Banking Group occupy a self-contained section of the ground floor of the Davidson Building.
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the car park. These steps can be bypassed by a platform lift.
    • Access throughout may include manual doors.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • There is not a member of staff to welcome visitors at the entrance.
    • There is seating available.
    • There is no hearing assistance system.
    • There is a designated safe space which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
    • The designated safe space is located by the entrance to the office.
    • Requests for formal workplace adjustments, such as the provision of documents in alternative formats, are made through the company's internal online system.
    • There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
    • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
    • Additional facilities/services include: phone charging points and Wi-Fi.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located within the office space.
    • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located within the office space.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located underneath the Davidson Building, accessed via Abbey Square.
    • The car park is underground.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • The height of the restriction barrier is 210cm.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 333cm (width) x 457cm (depth).
    • There are no hatched/marked zones.
    • The nearest designated bay is 25m from car park entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a platform lift and manual doors.
    • There are no designated pregnancy parking bays available.
    • The parking is well lit.
    • Except for a couple of Blue Badge bays, the six Blue Badge bays and three EV bays (including one accessible EV bay) are allocated to other offices.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • The car park is sparsely used by staff, with only a few bays available for some colleagues / visitors.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • On-street Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.
    • The on-street designated Blue Badge parking bays are located in Abbey Street.
    • Parking is limited to 2 hours.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is a public car park located in Queens Road.
    • The name of the car park is Queens Road.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.

Entrance (Car Park)

  • This entrance is located at the bottom of the steps / platform lift from the office.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • The lift bypasses the steps.
  • There are 20+ steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps have tactile markings at the top and bottom.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 146cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 141cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • The door has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 114cm.
  • There is a second single manual door.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
  • The second door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • The second door has a low visual contrast.

Platform Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located next to the car park entrance.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • The distance from the car park entrance is 2m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The ground floor and underground 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 high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 101cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 107cm (width) x 141cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Entrance (Lloyds Office)

  • This entrance is located on the ground floor, opposite the reception for the Davidson Building.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is 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 147cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 120cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 89cm.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors.
  • The second set of doors open both ways.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 184cm.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.

Room (Contemplation Room)

  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There is Braille, tactile and pictorial 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 is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • 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.
  • Privacy facilities for this room include: an occupied sign and a door lock.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • The furniture and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm.
  • 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.
  • The room does not have adjustable temperature controls.
  • The height to the top of the surface of the table is 75cm.
  • The clear height under the table is 73cm.

Room (Focus Room)

  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • Privacy facilities for this room include: a door lock.
  • 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 71cm.
  • The clear height under the desk is 68cm.
  • Electric sockets and data points are not in easy reach when seated at desks.
  • The furniture and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm.
  • 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.
  • The room has adjustable temperature controls.

Room (Meeting Room)

  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial, written text and numbered 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 is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • 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 door lock.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • 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 71cm.
  • Electric sockets and data points are not in easy reach when seated at desks.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm and a television with subtitles.
  • There are a mix of high and low level lockers nearby.
  • There may be background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • The room has adjustable temperature controls.
  • This is an example of a typical meeting room.

Kitchen

  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • 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.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 91cm 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 122cm.
  • There are not instructions for use of the counter-top boiled and chilled water tap.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests and high stools.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables and high tables.
  • Some tables 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.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • The dishwasher does 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, with unshaded light sources.

Toilet with Adaptations (Male - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Access View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is no signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 91cm.
    • The door has a sliding bolt lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 185cm (width) x 210cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 116cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush on top of 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 48cm 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 low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 105cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 70cm from the floor.
    • 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 which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 88cm 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 105cm from the floor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has no disposal facilities.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 165cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • This is a typical Toilet with Adaptations in this office.