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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; Powerbase Gym, Recovery Gym, U.U.0.29 Sports Biomechanics Laboratory, Offices and Physiotherapy Clinics.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located to the rear of the entrance foyer and on the first floor, to the right on exiting the lift.
  • Accessible toilet facilities with an accessible shower are located in the Powerbase Gym on the ground floor.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located to the rear of the entrance foyer.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located to the right on exiting the lift on the first floor.
  • Standard changing facilities are located in the Powerbase Gym.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The SAT-NAV postcode to use is LE11 3TT.
    The campus is located to the west of the town centre.
    Loughborough's nearest motorway link is the M1; the campus is just two miles from Junction 23.
    The University is clearly signed on all the other main approach roads to Loughborough.
  • Parking on campus is restricted. Visitors are asked to use the main entrance on Epinal Way.
    When you arrive, security will advise you where to park and issue you with a temporary parking permit.
    Disabled visitors are requested to telephone the security office before visiting so that suitable parking can be arranged.
    For more information contact the security office on 01509 222 141.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
  • The nearest bus stop is located on University Road. The Sprint Bus stops here.
    Alternatively, Kinchbus Number 7 commences from Loughborough Station and brings you straight to campus.
  • For more information on Kinch Bus services please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Loughborough.
  • Loughborough Station is located off Station Boulevard, approximately 2 miles from the campus.
    The station is served by East Midlands Railway.
  • For more information on East Midlands Railway services please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Loughborough Station please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on getting to the campus.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01509 222 765.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01509 222 770.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Accommodation Centre please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01509 274 488.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Advice and Support Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01509 222 765.
• Email: [email protected].

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located to the left of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 235cm x 425cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 116cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Car Park 10.
  • The car park is located along Towers Way.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Parking (Car Park 10)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Tower Way.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for staff, students, visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the reception foyer.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Performance Centre'.
  • There is ramped/sloped 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 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) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.

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Reception (Main)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located ahead as you enter the building.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) 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 101cm.
  • 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 83cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not 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 not trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 17/05/2023.
  • The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
  • There is stepped access to Room U.U 0.29 on the ground floor. The 7 steps can be overcome via lift.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and laminate.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are provided in some corridors/walkways.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is not consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music in communal areas.
  • Music is played within the Power and Base Gyms.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
• Comments View
  • There is a door leading to the Physiotherapy Clinic, Physiology Lab and Rehabilitation Gym. It opens into a corridor in which there is no 150cm x 150cm turning space and has a width of 78cm (photographs 10 and 11).

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Step(s) (U.U.0.29)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located to the rear left of the entrance.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access U.U.0.29.
  • 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 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
  • Handrails are not 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 low to moderate.
  • There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).

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Lift (UU.0.29)

• The lift is located to the rear left of the foyer.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
• A member of staff is required to operate the lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 225kg.
• There is not 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 low.
• The dimensions of the lift are 86cm x 104cm (2ft 10in x 3ft 5in).
• 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 low to moderate.

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Reception (Power Gym)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located within the Power gym.
  • The reception point is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not 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 97cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is laminate.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Gym (Power)

• There is a manual, heavy, single door to access the gym.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you.
• The width of the door opening is 82cm.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• The door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• There are two turnstiles and a security gate.
  The turnstiles are 53cm wide and the security gate is 93cm wide.
  The card reader to operate the turnstiles is at a height of 102cm and 95cm for the gate.
• The gym is staffed when open.
• There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
• Staff receive training in assisting disabled people.
• There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
• There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; cable resistance machines, arm cycles and free weights.
• There is also a Ski Erg that is suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users.
• Background music is played.
• The flooring in the gym consists of laminate.
• There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
• There is some flooring with a shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Base Gym)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on the right as you enter the building.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access base gym.
  • 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 good.

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Gym (Base)

• There is ramped/sloped access to the gym.
• There are two security barriers to enter and exit the gym.
  The security barriers are 90cm wide.
  The card reader to operate the turnstiles is at a height of 97cm.
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• The gym is staffed when open.
• There is 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; upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed, free weights and cable resistance machines.
• Background music is played.
• The flooring in the gym consists of vinyl.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located G, 1.
  • The stairs are approximately 5m from the to the right as you enter.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail 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.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.
• Other Information View
  • There is a similar set of stairs within the Powerbase Gym (photograph 3) which can be used to access the spin cycles.
    This area can be accessed via lift, although the route from the lift is generally kept locked.

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Lift (Main)

• The lift is located ahead as you enter.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard 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 G, 1.
• The weight limit for the lift is 800kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• 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 medium.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is medium.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 135cm x 138cm (4ft 5in x 4ft 6in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is 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 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.

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Reception (Loughborough University Physiotherapy Clinic)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the rear of the building on the first floor.
  • The reception point is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main lift.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not 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 95cm.
  • There is not 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 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• 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 sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Entrance (Boxing Centre of Excellence)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the first floor.
  • This entrance gives access to the Boxing Centre of Excellence.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 105cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm.

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Gym (Rehabilitation)

• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the gym.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you.
• The width of the door opening is 78cm.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• The door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The door is unlocked via a key pad at a height of 100cm.
• 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.
• In this area there are bench seats available.
• Background music is not played.
• The flooring in the gym consists of laminate.
• There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Lighting levels are good.

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• Comments View
  • Users of the gym are required to check in at the PC Reception first.
  • A member of staff can be made available for the gym if requested in advance.

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Accessible Changing Room (Foyer - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible changing room is located on the right as you enter the building.
  • This accessible changing room is approximately 12m from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible changing room.
  • A key is not required for the accessible changing room.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the accessible changing room 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 changing room opening is 90cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 244cm x 320cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room include; a toilet, a changing table/bench, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
  • This is a shared changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the accessible changing room.
  • There is seating available within the changing room.
  • The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
  • There are no lockers within the changing room.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
• Toilet Features View
  • 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 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • 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 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 left.
  • There is not 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 low.
  • 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.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
• 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 colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 92cm (3ft).
  • 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 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 low.
  • 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 80cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 103cm (3ft 5in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • 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 52cm (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 a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The visual 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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Standard Changing Room (Power Gym)

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• Location and Access View
  • The standard changing room was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This standard changing room is located within the Power Gym.
  • This standard changing room is approximately 30m from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
  • A key is not required for the standard changing room.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the standard changing room door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • There is no lock for the toilet door.
  • The width of the standard changing room opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the standard changing room are 160cm x 845cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a changing table/bench, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • This is a male changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is tiles.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • There is seating available within the changing room.
  • The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
  • There are lockers within the changing room.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Disposal facilities are available in the changing room.
  • There is a/are general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
  • There is step free access to the showers in the changing rooms.
• Comments View
  • A similar female changing room is available.

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Standard Changing Room (Foyer - Female)

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• Location and Access View
  • This standard changing room is located on the right as you enter the building, in the foyer area.
  • This standard changing room is approximately 12m from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
  • A key is not required for the standard changing room.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the standard changing room door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • There is no lock for the toilet door.
  • The width of the standard changing room opening is 90cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the standard changing room are 160cm x 520cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
  • This is a female changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • There is seating available within the changing room.
  • The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
  • There are lockers within the changing room.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the changing room.
  • The lighting levels in the changing room are good.

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Standard Changing Room (Foyer - Male)

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• Location and Access View
  • This standard changing room is located on the right as you enter the building.
  • This standard changing room is approximately 12m from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
  • A key is not required for the standard changing room.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the standard changing room door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is light.
  • There is no lock for the toilet door.
  • The width of the standard changing room opening is 90cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the standard changing room are 190cm x 500cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
  • This is a male changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • There is seating available within the changing room.
  • The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
  • There are lockers within the changing room.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the changing room.
  • The lighting levels in the changing room are good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear of the entrance foyer.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main 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 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 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 140cm x 175cm (4ft 7in x 5ft 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 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 is fully functional.
  • 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 disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not 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 wall which acts as a backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • The 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).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side 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 92cm.
  • 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 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet is currently being used as storage.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Power Gym - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear of the Power Gym.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main 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 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 heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 240cm x 250cm (7ft 10in x 8ft 2in).
  • 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 150cm (4ft 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 the right.
  • There is not 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.
  • 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 disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not 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.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 80cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 92cm (3ft).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • 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 visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
  • There is not an emergency alarm for the shower.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, to the right on exiting the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main lift.
  • 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 visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 140cm x 175cm (4ft 7in x 5ft 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 68cm (2ft 3in).
  • 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 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.
  • 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 disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 140cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not 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 wall which acts as a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • 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 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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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 on the right as you enter the building.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The male toilet is located to the right on exiting the lift on the first floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 8m from the main lift.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 81cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.