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Summary

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• Service View
  • Nido Volans Centre - Bromley is located on the London South East Colleges Bromley Campus, occupying the lower ground floor to the rear of the Main Building. It has its own outside access.
  • Main Building link (new tab) - click here.
• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; the Nido Volans Centre - an education and training centre for young people with special educational needs and disabilities. It includes Chef's Table - a training kitchen and restaurant, a manufacturing workshop, and a performance space.
  • Services / Facilities within the grounds include; horticultural facilities.
  • Chef's Table link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • There is a/are Changing Places toilet(s) located to the left as you pass through the security barriers beyond the Nido Volans Centre entrance, then diagonally to the left and straight ahead.
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located off the main corridor on the lower ground floor in several locations, and opposite the workshop at the bottom of the ramp (there are 5 toilets with adaptations in total).
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located to the left as you pass through the security barriers beyond the Nido Volans Centre entrance, then to the right, along the corridor, and on your left.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located to the left as you pass through the security barriers beyond the Nido Volans Centre entrance, then to the right, along the corridor, and on your left.
  • Gender neutral toilet facilities are located within the changing place and all toilets with adaptations (they are all designated as gender inclusive).
  • Accessible shower facilities are located within the changing place.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Nido Volans Centre Bromley is located within the London South East Colleges Bromley Campus. This in turn is located on Rookery Lane, just off Bromley Common (A21). It is situated around 1 mile from Bromley town centre and 7 miles from the M25 (J4), via the A21.
  • There is ample on-site standard and Blue Badge parking at the campus, spread over 2 car parks. There is also limited unmarked and unrestricted on-street parking immediately outside the site on Rookery Lane.
  • For more information on getting here please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The nearest bus stop is approximately 400m to the north of the campus, on Bromley Common, opposite/adjacent to Johnson Road. Buses stop on both sides of the road and provide a direct service to Bromley, Orpington, Petts Wood, Biggin Hill, Catford, Crystal Palace and Lewisham.
  • For more information on London Buses please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Bromley South.
  • Bromley South station is approximately 1.2 miles away, providing direct rail links to Central London, Orpington, Swanley and many more destinations across South East London, Kent and East Sussex.
  • For more information on Bromley South Station please click here (opens new tab).

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Site/Campus Car Park (Rear Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the rear of the site, off Rookery Lane.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Nido Volans Centre.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 254cm x 460cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 114cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by staff, students, visitors, Blue Badge holders, staff permit holders and student permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for all except permit and Blue Badge holders.
  • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 50m (54yd 2ft) from the Nido Volans Centre entrance.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders and certain staff and students who are granted the right to park on site for free.
    Students, visitors and contractors without a Blue Badge who wish to park on site should contact the venue in advance to enquire about parking and potential charges.
    A barrier control system is in operation; there is a key card reader and intercom which can be reached from your vehicle.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Front Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the front of the site, off Rookery Lane.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the main building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) markings are faded.
  • There is/are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 248cm x 481cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 132cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by staff, students, visitors, Blue Badge holders, staff permit holders and student permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for all except permit and Blue Badge holders.
  • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance (first set of doors).
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders and certain staff and students who are granted the right to park on site for free.
    Students, visitors and contractors without a Blue Badge and wishing to park on site should contact the venue in advance to enquire about parking and potential charges.
    A barrier control system is in operation; there is a key card reader and intercom which can be reached from your vehicle.

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Outside Access (Nido Volans Centre Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the Nido Volans Centre.
  • This entrance gives access to the lower ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'London South East Colleges Bromley'.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 157cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 171cm.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 59cm.
  • The width of the wider security barriers is 94cm.
  • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
  • The height of the key card reader is 92cm.
  • The barriers do contrast visually with the flooring.
  • The intercom is for out of hours access only.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the first set of doors at 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 width of the ramp/slope is 147cm (4ft 10in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located directly in front of the first set of doors at the entrance.
  • There is/are 10 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • 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 not easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

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Reception (Nido Volans Centre)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located straight ahead as you enter through the second set of doors at the Nido Volans Centre entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 3m (9ft) from the Nido Volans Centre entrance (second set of doors).
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors 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 moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 110cm .
  • 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 73cm.
  • 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.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is a touch screen.
  • The touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 120cm and 141cm.
  • There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is laminate.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed .
  • The seats do not have armrests.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Inside Access

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the area.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl and laminate.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • The quiet room (Chill Zone - LG63) is located to the left and straight ahead as you pass through the security barriers at the Nido Volans Centre entrance.
• Audio View
  • This area does play background music/sound.
  • Music/sound is played at reception.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Step(s) (Main Corridor - Access to Lower Level)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located to the left as you pass through the security barriers beyond the Nido Volans Centre entrance, then along the corridor to the right.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the lower level of the Nido Volans Centre on the lower ground floor.
  • There is/are 8 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps are 29cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
  • 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
  • There is a stair lift to overcome the step(s).

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Lift (Platform Stair Lift - Access to Lower Level)

• The lift is located to the left as you pass through the security barriers beyond the Nido Volans Centre entrance, then along the corridor to the right.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the Nido Volans Centre entrance (second set of doors).
• The lift is a stair lift.
• A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
• 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 visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 78cm x 100cm (2ft 7in x 3ft 3in).
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does 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 not have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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Outside Access (Access to Horticulture - From Main Corridor)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located through the double doors and to the left at the bottom of the platform stair lift.
  • This entrance gives access to Horticulture and the outdoor seating area.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free 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.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 120cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is also a key card reader to exit the building through this entrance at a height of 115cm.
    Successfully holding your key card to the reader automatically activates the automatic door.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Access to Chef's Table, Workshop and Horticulture)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located to the left, left again, and then to the right as you pass through the security barriers at the Nido Volans Centre entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access Chef's Table, Workshop and Horticulture.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

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Outside Access (Access to Horticulture - From Chef's Table and Workshop)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located straight ahead at the bottom of the ramp, beyond Chef's Table and the Workshop.
  • This entrance gives access to Horticulture and the outdoor seating area.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Horticulture'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key fob reader is 93cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 132cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • There is a key fob reader at a height of 98cm and a door release button at a height of 132cm as you exit the building through this entrance.

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Horticulture

• The Horticulture area is located to the left as you exit the building through the Outside Access (Access to Horticulture). There is level access (via a very slight uphill slope) to it, although the path is uneven in places.
• There is a single, manual gate, which opens away from you (push), to access the area. It has an opening width of 113cm.
• The area contains a large polytunnel with double, manual, sliding doors (with a width of 148cm) to gain access. The polytunnel (and route to it) has a surface of concrete paving slabs, and is on level ground.
• There are garden work benches inside the polytunnel with a surface height of between 88cm and 98cm, and a clear underside space of between 78cm and 88cm.
• The rest of the horticulture area is outdoors, with surfaces comprised of concrete, gravel, grass, wood bark, sand, and compacted earth. There are some uneven surfaces, and the ground has a slight gradient in places due to the natural topography.
• There is a mixture of seating throughout the area.

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Theatre Information (LG30 Performance Space)

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• General Information View
  • LG30 Performance Space is located to the left and left again beyond the reception desk, then straight ahead at the far end of the corridor as you pass through the second set of doors at the Nido Volans Centre entrance.
  • For more information on Nido Volans Centre please click here (new tab).
• Theatre Information View
  • The designated seating within the theatre is located in front of the front row.
  • Advanced bookings are available.
  • Tickets are free for companions/carers.
  • This is a small performance space used by students at the Nido Volans Centre. Occasionally parents/carers and family members are invited to watch performances, in which case all admissions are free.
• Facilities for Hearing Impaired Patrons View
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available in the theatre(s).
  • No performances are captioned.
  • No performances are signed.
• Facilities for Visually Impaired Patrons View
  • No performances are audio described.
• Autism Friendly/Relaxed Performances View
  • Many performances will be suitable for those on the autistic spectrum; please contact the venue for more information.

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Theatre Seating Area(s) (LG30 Performance Space)

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• Access to Seating View
  • The information below describes access to the Stalls.
  • The theatre area is located to the left and left again beyond the reception desk, then straight ahead at the far end of the corridor as you pass through the second set of doors at the Nido Volans Centre entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the theatre area.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 152cm.
  • The doors is/are permanently held open before and after performances.
  • There is a member of staff available for assistance at the doors before and after performances.
  • The doors give access to the designated seating area in front of the front row of standard seating.
• Theatre Area Information View
  • This information refers to the Stalls.
  • The type of flooring in the seating area is carpet and laminate.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 63cm.
  • The lighting level before and after performances is adjustable.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located to the right just before you enter the theatre, or immediately to the left as you exit the theatre.
  • There is not step free access to a row/rows of seating.
  • The access to the majority of seating is located to one side of the seats (against wall).
  • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
  • There is/are 10 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The lighting level at the steps before and after performances is varied.
  • The lighting level at the steps during performances is varied.
  • The steps are not clearly illuminated during performances.
  • There are 2 steps between each row of seating, including 2 steps to access the front row. Wheelchair users use the designated seating area described below.
• Designated Seating Area(s) View
  • There is designated seating available in this area.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are located in front of the front row of standard seating.
  • The designated seating area(s) is/are not clearly marked/signed.
  • There is step-free access to the designated seating area(s).
  • There is/are 6 designated space(s) for wheelchair users.
  • Wheelchairs may be left with the patron.
  • The visibility of the stage from this seating area is good.
  • Companions/carers sit next to the patron and behind the patron.
  • There is sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

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Changing Places

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located to the left as you pass through the security barriers beyond the Nido Volans Centre entrance, then diagonally to the left and straight ahead.
  • The facility is approximately 16m (52ft) from the the Nido Volans Centre entrance (second set of doors).
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • There is level access into the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • There is written text, Makaton, pictorial, dementia friendly, Braille and tactile signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 351cm x 308cm .
  • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
  • There is not a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 205cm (6ft 8in).
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 111cm (3ft 7in).
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • As you face the toilet the vertical grab rail is on the right.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 191cm (6ft 3in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • 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 53cm (1ft 8in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
  • There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are not available at the wash basin.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 108cm .
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The wide paper roll dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 124cm .
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm .
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 121cm .
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a/are general waste (with no lid), clinical waste and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is a coat hook.
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 163cm and 178cm from the floor.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The facility is also designated as a gender inclusive toilet.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Reception - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you pass through the security barriers beyond the Nido Volans Centre entrance, then diagonally to the left and straight ahead.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 13m (42ft) from the Nido Volans Centre entrance (second set of doors).
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is tactile, Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 209cm x 178cm (6ft 10in x 5ft 10in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 141cm (4ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin and a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The visual 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 visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm .
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general waste (with no lid), female sanitary and clinical waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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 backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat visual 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The visual 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The visual 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 96cm .
  • 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 100cm (3ft 3in) .
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • The facility is also designated as a gender inclusive toilet.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Reception - Left Hand Transfer)

• This is a Closomat toilet.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you pass through the security barriers beyond the Nido Volans Centre entrance, then diagonally to the right.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 13m (42ft) from the Nido Volans Centre entrance (second set of doors).
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is tactile, pictorial, Braille and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 178cm x 340cm (5ft 10in x 11ft 1in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is an elbow pad flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The visual 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 visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is not an emergency alarm .
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, clinical waste and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is not a mirror.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 120cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • 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 76cm (2ft 5in).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot 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 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm .
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 96cm (3ft 1in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
  • 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 visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • There is also a push pad flush on the floor (which you press with your foot) in addition to elbow pad flushes on either side of the cistern. The facility is also designated as a gender inclusive toilet.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Next to LG30 Performance Space - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right, just before the LG30 Performance Space.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 42m (137ft) from the Nido Volans Centre entrance (second set of doors).
  • 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 Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 159cm x 200cm (5ft 2in x 6ft 6in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 91cm (2ft 11in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin and a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The visual 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 the right.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The visual 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.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are clinical waste, general waste (with no lid) and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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 backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat visual 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 visual 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 no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 98cm .
  • 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 100cm (3ft 3in) .
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • This facility is also designated as a gender inclusive toilet.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the left as you pass through the security barriers beyond the Nido Volans Centre entrance, then to the right, along the corridor, and on your left.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 18m from the Nido Volans Centre entrance (second set of doors).
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.