Access Guide
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Service
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- The LSBU Active – Sports Centre is located within the LSBU Hub building on floor 00.
It has its own entrance at the junction of London Road and Thomas Doyle Street.
- The LSBU Active – Sports Centre is located within the LSBU Hub building on floor 00.
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; the Sports Hall, fitness studios, gym, free weights area and a sports therapy/treatment room.
- LSBU Hub link (new tab) - click here.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located within the changing rooms area on floor 00.
- Accessible toilet facilities with an accessible shower are located within the changing rooms area on floor 00.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located within the changing rooms area on floor 00.
- Male standard toilet facilities are located within the changing rooms area on floor 00.
- Shared standard toilet facilities are located within the changing rooms area on floor 00.
- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible changing rooms on floor 00.
- Accessible changing facilities are located within the changing rooms area on floor 00.
- Standard changing facilities are located within the changing rooms area on floor 00.
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Comments
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- There is no internal entrance from the main LSBU Hub into the Sports Centre, however the Sports Hall has a mezzanine viewing area which is used during some games. The mezzanine viewing area is accessed via the main LSBU Hub building.
Opening Times (LSBU Active - Sports Centre)
- Monday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Tuesday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Wednesday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Thursday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Friday 07:00 - 22:00.
- Saturday 10:00 - 18:00.
- Sunday 10:00 - 18:00.
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Comments
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- Bank Holiday opening times are 10:00 to 16:00.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The LSBU Hub is part of the London South Bank University Southwark Campus and is located in the centre of London.
The LSBU Hub is located between London Road (A201) and Keyworth Street just off the A3.
The LSBU Hub is within the London Congestion Charge Zone. - There is very limited parking at the campus with no public parking being provided.
A small number of Blue Badge bays may be made available if arranged in advance with security.
There are some pay and display areas located on the surrounding streets of the Southwark Campus including on Borough Road.
- The LSBU Hub is part of the London South Bank University Southwark Campus and is located in the centre of London.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
- The nearest bus stop to the LSBU Hub is located on London Road (A201), approximately 55m from the entrance.
This stop is served by routes 12, 40, 68, 148, 155, 171, 176, 344, 360,468, N68, N89, N155, N171 and the C10.
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Elephant and Castle station.
- This station is approximately 450m from the LSBU Hub via the A201 and is operated by the Thameslink and Southeastern services.
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By Underground
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- The nearest underground station is Elephant and Castle underground.
- This station is approximately 300m from the LSBU Hub via the A201 and this station is operated by the Bakerloo and Northern Line Services.
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Useful Links
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- For more information on how to reach the Southwark Campus and university buildings.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- For more information on bus and underground travel throughout London.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- For more information on national train time tabling, services and ticket pricing.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Useful Information
- To see more information on Disability and Dyslexia Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7815 6454.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0800 923 8888.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7815 6417.
- Email: [email protected].
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 195cm x 550cm (6ft 5in x 18ft 1in).
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Borough Road.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
- The on-street parking on Borough Road is pay and display with a 4-hour maximum stay time limit.
Outside Access
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building at the junction of London Road and Thomas Doyle Street.
- This entrance gives access to LSBU Active Sports Centre reception foyer.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'LSBU Active'.
- There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- 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 exit push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 110cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- The door is automatic however at the time of survey (January 2023) the automatic doors were not operating and had to be manually opened.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located from London Road down to 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 of the ramp.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located from London Road down to the entrance.
- There is/are 12 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 the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- The depth 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 of the step(s).
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
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Lift
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- Key card access at the entrance door is for staff only.
The height of the key card pad is 125cm.
The ramp is approximately 45m in length.
- Key card access at the entrance door is for staff only.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located immediately ahead as you enter the building.
- The reception point is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) 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 no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception counter is 118cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section of the counter.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 72cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 18/01/2023.
- The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
- There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
- There is bench seating only.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
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Security Barriers
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- There are security barriers at the reception.
- The minimum width between the security barriers is 92cm.
- A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
- The height of the key card reader is 100cm.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
- There is stepped access to There are 7 clearly marked steps with handrails on both sides from the reception area down to the lower area of floor 00 to access the Sports Hall and toilets/changing area.
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
- 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.
- There is bench seating at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- Floor plans/maps are available.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- This venue does play background music in communal areas.
- Music is played everywhere and music volume may vary during group fitness sessions.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
- Photographs 8 - 10 show the Sports Hall. At the time of surveying (January 2023) the hall was being used for examination purposes so the floor covering was carpet squares.
The door into the Sports Hall is single with an unlocked extension leaf.
The door opens towards you, may be heavy and has a width of 109cm.
Lift (Platform - Reception to Sports Hall)
- The lift is located ahead of the reception barriers.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the reception barriers.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are the lower level of floor 00 for access to Sports Hall, toilets and changing areas.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is medium.
- The clear door width is 95cm (3ft 1in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 123cm (3ft 7in x 4ft).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- When the lift is at the lower level there is a short slight ramp to enter/exit the lift.
Step(s) (Reception To Sports Hall)
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Stepped Level Change 1
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- There is a/are step(s) located ahead of the reception barriers.
- The step(s) is/are used to access the Sports Hall, Studio 1 and the toilets and changing areas.
- There is/are 7 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- The depth 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 at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
- There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).
Gym
- There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the gym.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you.
- The width of the door opening is 180cm.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- The door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The gym is staffed when open.
- There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
- Staff receive training in assisting disabled people.
- There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
- There is level access to all of the equipment.
- Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights, upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed, arm cycles and cable resistance machines.
- The gym also contains a recline seated bicycle.
- Background music is played.
- The flooring in the gym consists of vinyl.
- There is some flooring with a shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- LSBU Active provides accessible facilities and has 'Registered' status in the Inclusive Fitness Initiative (IFI) programme.
Photographs 1 - 6 show the main gym area.
Photographs 7 and 8 show Studio 1.
Photographs 9 and 10 show Studio 3.
Photographs 11 and 12 show Studio 4.
Changing Area (Female And Male)
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Changing Area
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- There is a/are changing area(s) available.
- The changing area that was surveyed is located in the left side corridor after you pass through the reception barriers.
- The changing area is approximately 25m from the main entrance.
- The changing area is approximately 21m from reception.
- The changing area is approximately 24m from the gym.
- There is step-free access to the changing area.
- The facilities available within the changing area include; standard showers and standard toilets.
- This is a female changing area.
- Similar male changing area(s) are available.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 85cm.
- The type of flooring in the changing area is vinyl.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
- There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
- There are lockers within the changing area.
- There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
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Shower Facilities
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- Shower facilities are available.
- There is ramped/sloped access to the shower facilities.
- There is a slight slope leading from the 1st shower cubicle to the 6th.
- The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
- The shower control type(s) is/are twist/turn.
- There is no seat for the shower(s).
- There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
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Toilet Facilities
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- Toilet facilities are available.
- There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
- An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are good.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are not available.
- Photographs 8 -9 show the female changing area. Photographs 10 - 16 show the male changing area.
Standard Shower (Shared With Standard Toilet Cubicles)
- Shower facilities are available.
- The shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the corridor to your left as you pass through the barriers.
- There is level access to the shower facilities.
- There are 4 standalone shared standard showers and toilets located in the changing area corridors.
The shower cubicle has a single step to enter at the height of 4cm.
The shower head is fixed.
The basin height is 86cm with a sensor tap.
The cubicle has a flip down seat at the height of 43cm.
Accessible Changing Room (Left Hand Transfer Toilet)
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Location and Access
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- The accessible changing room was out of use at the time of the survey.
- This accessible changing room is located in the changing area corridor to the left as you pass the reception barriers.
- This accessible changing room is approximately 20m from the reception platform lift.
- The accessible changing room is approximately 24m from the gym.
- There is step-free access into the accessible changing room, via lift.
- A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible changing room opening is 90cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Changing Facilities
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- The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 228cm x 350cm.
- The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room include; a wheel in shower, a toilet, a wash basin, handrails and a dropdown rail.
- This is a shared changing room.
- The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the accessible changing room.
- There is no seating available within the changing room.
- There are no lockers within the changing room.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 141cm and 142cm from the floor.
- The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
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Toilet Features
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- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 295cm (9ft 8in).
- 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.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- 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.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
- The colostomy bag shelf is at a height of 70cm.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- 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 82cm (2ft 8in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) 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 are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Accessible Shower
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- The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
- There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
- The shower head height is fixed.
- There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
- The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
- The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are 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.
- There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- There is a flip down baby change table available .
- The height of the baby change table is 81cm.
Accessible Changing Room (Right Hand Transfer Toilet)
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Location and Access
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- This accessible changing room is located in the changing area corridor to the left as you pass the reception barriers.
- This accessible changing room is approximately 20m from the reception platform lift.
- The accessible changing room is approximately 24m from the Gym.
- There is step-free access into the accessible changing room.
- A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible changing room opening is 90cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Changing Facilities
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- The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 228cm x 360cm.
- The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room include; handrails, a wash basin, a wheel in shower, a toilet and a dropdown rail.
- This is a shared changing room.
- The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the accessible changing room.
- There is no seating available within the changing room.
- There are no lockers within the changing room.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 141cm and 142cm from the floor.
- The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
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Toilet Features
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- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 300cm (9ft 10in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- 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.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
- The colostomy bag shelf is at a height of 70cm.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- 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 82cm (2ft 8in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) 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 are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Accessible Shower
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- The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
- There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
- The shower head height is fixed.
- There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
- The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
- The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are 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.
- There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- There is a flip down baby change table available .
- The height of the baby change table is 78cm.
Toilet with Adaptations (Sports Hall - No Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located opposite the Sports Hall on the lower area of floor 00.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 225cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 5in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is not a lateral transfer space.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- 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.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 140cm and 141cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
- The shelf is at a height of 68cm.
- The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- 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 81cm (2ft 8in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Comments
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- The waste disposal bin obstructs the transfer space in this cubicle.
- There is an additional single manual door which opens towards you to enter the corridor where this facility is located (photograph 4).
- The width of the door is 83cm and the door is heavy.
Toilet with Adaptations (Gym - Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located within the gym, next to Studio 4.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 21m (22yd 2ft) from the gym entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 207cm (5ft 3in x 6ft 9in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- 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 female sanitary bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- 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.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 140cm and 141cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- 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 81cm (2ft 8in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The standard toilets are located within the male and female standard changing areas and also within the shared shower and standard toilet cubicles.