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Deck 7

Marella Voyager

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Deck Summary

Stairs (Blue Staircase - Forward)

  • Stairs View
    • The stairs are located in the Blue Staircase area, at the forward of the ship.
    • The decks which are accessible by stairs are decks 3-12.
    • There are between 15 and 21 steps between all decks.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The steps do have open risers.
    • The going 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 deck are provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

Lift(s) (Blue Staircase - Forward)

  • The lift(s) is/are located in the Blue Staircase area, at the forward of the ship.
  • There are 3 lifts in this location.
  • The other lifts have very similar/identical specifications.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The decks which are accessible by this lift are decks 3-12.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each deck are provided on lift lobby landings.
  • There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift on all decks.
  • Lift doors contrast visually with lift lobby walls on all decks.
  • The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor on all decks.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium on all decks.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is fair on all decks.
  • The clear door width is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 134cm x 122cm (4ft 5in x 4ft).
  • There are no 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 not have an audible announcer.
  • The internal controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • The height of the internal controls for the lift are within 94cm - 140cm 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 moderate to good.

Lobby (Blue Staircase - Forward)

  • Lobby Area View
    • This lobby area is located in the Blue Staircase area, at the forward of the ship.
    • There is step-free access throughout the lobby area.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the lobby area.
    • The flooring in the lobby area consists of carpet.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels in the lobby are moderate to good.
    • Background music is not played in this area.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in this area.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 105cm.
    • There is not a water dispenser in this lobby area.
    • There is a/are lipped threshold(s) to access all services on the deck from this lobby area.
    • The nearest facilities accessed via this lobby area include; the Broadway Show Lounge and Broad Street Shops.
    • There is a standalone accessible toilet in this lobby area.
    • There are standard toilet facilities in this lobby area.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided in the lobby area.
    • Wayfinding signage does include symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the ship.
    • Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
    • There is a list of facilities available on this deck in the lobby area.
    • There is braille, tactile and written signage for the facilities within the lobby area.
    • There is a/are digital ship information touchscreen(s) available within the lobby.
    • The digital wayfinding touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 60cm and 170cm.
    • The touchscreen(s) can be lowered to an accessible height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is a map of the ship located within this lobby area.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is not a seating area close to the lobby.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Deck 7 - Blue Staircase - Forward - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located in the Blue Staircase lobby area, at the forward of the ship on Deck 7.
    • 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 contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The door opens outwards (automatically).
    • The door is push pad or push button activated.
    • The push pad or push button is 118cm from floor level.
    • The door is locked by a twist lock.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
    • 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 164cm x 258cm (5ft 5in x 8ft 6in).
    • 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 right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 106cm (3ft 6in).
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
    • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
    • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
    • There is a push button 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 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 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.
    • There is an intercom alarm system in the toilet.
    • There is not 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) and pedal bin 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 colostomy bag shelf next to the 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 43cm (1ft 5in).
    • The toilet seat colour 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 64cm (2ft 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 82cm (2ft 8in).
    • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
    • The wash basin tap type is sensor.
    • 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 104cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the towel dispenser is 128cm (4ft 2in).
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in this toilet.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 98cm.
  • Baby Changing Facilities View
    • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
    • There is a flip down baby changing table available.
    • The height of the baby changing table is 85cm.
  • Comments View
    • The Emergency Communication (Intercom) System alarm was fully functional when surveyed (July 2023).

Standard Toilet(s) (Deck 7 - Blue Staircase - Forward)

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female toilet is located in the Blue Staircase lobby area, at the forward of the ship on Deck 7.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
    • 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 85cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in these toilets.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 112cm.
  • Toilet Facilities 2 View
    • The male toilet is located in the Blue Staircase lobby area, at the forward of the ship on Deck 7.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
    • 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 81cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in these toilets.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 106cm.

Stairs (Red Staircase - Midship)

  • Stairs View
    • The stairs are located in the Red Staircase area, midship.
    • The decks which are accessible by stairs are decks 4-12.
    • There are between 16 and 21 steps between all decks.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The steps do have open risers.
    • The going 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 deck are provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

Lift(s) (Red Staircase - Midship)

  • The lift(s) is/are located in the Red Staircase area, midship.
  • There are 3 lifts in this location.
  • The other lifts have very similar/identical specifications.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The decks which are accessible by this lift are decks 4-12.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each deck are provided on lift lobby landings.
  • There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift on all decks.
  • Lift doors contrast visually with lift lobby walls on all decks.
  • The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor on all decks.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium on all decks.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is fair on all decks.
  • The clear door width is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 134cm x 122cm (4ft 5in x 4ft).
  • There are no 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 not have an audible announcer.
  • The internal controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • The height of the internal controls for the lift are within 94cm - 140cm 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 moderate to good.

Lobby (Red Staircase - Midship)

  • Lobby Area View
    • This lobby area is located in the Red Staircase area, midship.
    • There is step-free access throughout the lobby area.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the lobby area.
    • The flooring in the lobby area consists of carpet.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels in the lobby are moderate to good.
    • Background music is not played in this area.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in this area.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 105cm.
    • There is not a water dispenser in this lobby area.
    • There is a/are lipped threshold(s) to access all services on the deck from this lobby area.
    • The nearest facilities accessed via this lobby area include; Broad Street Shops, Aperitif, Surf & Turf Steakhouse and Kora La.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided in the lobby area.
    • Wayfinding signage does include symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the ship.
    • Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
    • There is a list of facilities available on this deck in the lobby area.
    • There is braille, tactile and written signage for the facilities within the lobby area.
    • There is a/are digital ship information touchscreen(s) available within the lobby.
    • The digital wayfinding touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 60cm and 170cm.
    • The touchscreen(s) can be lowered to an accessible height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is a map of the ship located within this lobby area.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is a seating area close to the lobby.
    • Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
    • In this area there are tables, high tables, long tables, armchairs, high stools and chairs with armrests available.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.

Stairs (Green Staircase - Aft)

  • Stairs View
    • The stairs are located in the Green Staircase area, at the aft of the ship.
    • The decks which are accessible by stairs are decks 4-12.
    • There are between 16 and 21 steps between all decks.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The steps do have open risers.
    • The going 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 deck are provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

Lift(s) (Green Staircase - Aft)

  • The lift(s) is/are located in the Green Staircase area, at the aft of the ship.
  • There are 4 lifts in this location.
  • The other lifts have very similar/identical specifications.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The decks which are accessible by this lift are decks 4-12.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each deck are provided on lift lobby landings.
  • There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift on all decks.
  • Lift doors contrast visually with lift lobby walls on all decks.
  • The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor on all decks.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium on all decks.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is fair on all decks.
  • The clear door width is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 134cm x 122cm (4ft 5in x 4ft).
  • There are no 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 not have an audible announcer.
  • The internal controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • The height of the internal controls for the lift are within 94cm - 140cm 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 moderate to good.

Lobby (Green Staircase - Aft)

  • Lobby Area View
    • This lobby area is located in the Green Staircase area, at the aft of the ship.
    • There is step-free access throughout the lobby area.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the lobby area.
    • The flooring in the lobby area consists of carpet.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
    • The lighting levels in the lobby are moderate to good.
    • Background music is played in this area.
    • Background music is only played during certain functions.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in this area.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 105cm.
    • There is not a water dispenser in this lobby area.
    • There is a/are lipped threshold(s) to access all services on this deck from this lobby area.
    • The nearest facilities accessed via this lobby area include; the Squid & Anchor and Platter.
    • There are standard toilet facilities in this lobby area.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided in the lobby area.
    • Wayfinding signage does include symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the ship.
    • Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
    • There is a list of facilities available on this deck in the lobby area.
    • There is braille, tactile and written signage for the facilities within the lobby area.
    • There is a/are digital ship information touchscreen(s) available within the lobby.
    • The digital wayfinding touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 55cm and 165cm.
    • The touchscreen(s) can be lowered to an accessible height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is a map of the ship located within this lobby area.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is a seating area close to the lobby.
    • Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
    • In this area there are coffee tables, tables, high tables, long tables, armchairs, high stools and chairs without armrests available.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
  • Comments View
    • Occasionally there may be music in this area owing to its proximity to the Squid & Anchor Bar.

Standard Toilet(s) (Deck 7 - Green Staircase - Aft)

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female toilet is located in the Green Staircase lobby area, at the aft of the ship on Deck 7.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
    • 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 86cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in these toilets.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 117cm.
  • Toilet Facilities 2 View
    • The male toilet is located in the Green Staircase lobby area, at the aft of the ship on Deck 7.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
    • 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 82cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
    • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in these toilets.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 109cm.

Corridors/Walkways

  • Corridors/Walkways View
    • These corridors/walkways do not give access to the cabins.
    • There is step-free access throughout the corridors/walkways.
    • There are some lips along the corridors/walkways.
    • There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • The narrowest width of the corridors/walkways is 129cm.
    • The flooring in the corridors/walkways consists of carpet and tiles.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • Lobby area locations are indicated by colour coded flooring.
    • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
    • There is bench seating and also a mixture of single seats with and without armrests at regular intervals.
    • Music is played in the corridors/walkways.
    • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
    • There are some large open fire doors along the corridors/walkways. In the event of an emergency these will shut and be extremely heavy to open.
    • The lighting levels are varied.
    • The facilities accessed via these corridors/walkways include; the Squid & Anchor, Platter, Surf & Turf Steakhouse, Kora La, Aperitif, Broad Street Shops, Photo Gallery, and the Broadway Show Lounge.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • Wayfinding signage does include symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the ship.
    • Wayfinding signage is clearly presented/easy to read.
    • There is braille, tactile and written signage for the facilities accessed via these corridors/walkways.
    • There is/are not digital ship information touchscreen(s) available within the corridors/walkways.

Outer Deck

  • Access to the Outer Deck View
    • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access to the outer deck.
    • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the outer deck.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you.
    • The width of the door opening is 75cm+.
    • The width of the door opening(s) is 82cm.
    • The door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The doors are double width, but one is locked.
  • Outer Deck View
    • There is step-free access throughout the outer deck.
    • The flooring on the outer deck consists of wood.
    • The outer deck has not got a non-slip floor.
    • The floor can become slippery when wet.
    • Background music is not played on the outer deck.
    • In this area there are armchairs, stools and coffee tables available.
    • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are provided on the outer deck.
    • The colour contrast of the handrails is high.
    • Handrails are intermittent throughout.
    • The handrails are at a height of 98cm.
    • There is not a water dispenser in this area.
    • The facilities accessed via this outer deck include; a smoking area with armchairs and coffee tables.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is not provided on the outer deck.

Stairs (Outer Deck)

  • Stairs View
    • The stairs are located on the outer deck at the aft of the ship on Deck 6.
    • The decks which are accessible by stairs are Decks 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12.
    • There are between 15 and 20 steps between all decks.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The steps do have open risers.
    • The going of the step(s) is/are not 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • There is a landing.
    • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each deck are not provided on landings.

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