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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Exit the M58 motorway at junction 1 and follow the signs towards Maghull.
    After leaving the roundabout, continue for about 200 metres and turn right onto Villas Road.
    Continue to follow this road for 550 metres and turn left onto Parkbourne.
    At this point the venue will immediately seen on the left and the car park on the right.
  • Standard and Blue Badge parking is available across the road from the venue.
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The nearest bus stop is 650 metres away on School Lane.
    This provides direct services to and from Kirkby, Kennessee Green and Waterloo.
  • For more information on fare and timetable information please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Maghull North.
  • The nearest railway station is 1 mile away off Goldcrest Road and provides direct services to and from Ormskirk and Liverpool Central.
  • For more information on station details please click here (opens new tab).
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Parking (Car Park D)

• The venue does have its own parking facilities.
• The car park is located across the road from the venue.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• The car park does not have a barrier control system.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
• The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
• There is/are 6 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 240cm x 540cm (7ft 10in x 17ft 9in).
• There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
• All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
• There are not parking charges for the car park.
• Parking is free for visitors of the venue.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
• Assistance may be required because there is/are dropped kerbs.
• The entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is clearly signposted.
• The surface on the approach to the entrance is concrete.
• There is a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• There is tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
• The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
• There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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• Comments View
  • There are 4 electric car charging bays in this car park.
  • There is a single bollard on the route from the car park to the entrance just after crossing the road.

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Outside Access (Indigo Building Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• This entrance sign says 'Indigo'.
• There is step-free access at this entrance.
• There is not 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.
• The bell/buzzer is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The height of the bell/buzzer is 126cm (4ft 2in).
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The width of the door opening is 145cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• There is a second set of doors.
• The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
• The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
• The width of the door opening is 72cm.
• There are fixed barriers at this entrance.
• The minimum width between the fixed barriers is 217cm.
• There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.

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• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the right as you enter the building.
  • The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 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 windows, glazed screens or mirrors 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 low (76cm or lower).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • The counter is not staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 31/08/2022.
  • The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the reception area.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
  • There is not a television.
  • Vending machines are available.
  • A water dispenser is not available.
  • There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • Visitors to reception should use the supplied telephone to obtain assistance.
    
  • There is a wall mounted information screen opposite the reception desk in the waiting area.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is carpet, vinyl and laminate.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails are provided in some corridors.
  • Seating is provided in some corridors.
  • There is poor colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is not consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left after passing reception.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) 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 and 1.
• 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 colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is poor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is fair.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 132cm x 140cm (4ft 4in x 4ft 7in).
• There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• 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 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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Other Floors (Main Entrance Staircase)

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The stairs are for public use.
• The stairs are located ahead as you enter.
• The stairs are approximately 6m from the main entrance.
• The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
• There are 15+ steps between floors.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps do have open risers.
• 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 moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • This staircase is enclosed by glass panels which may be reflective.

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Other Floors (Waiting Area Staircase)

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The stairs are for public use.
• The stairs are located on the right after passing reception.
• The stairs are approximately 25m from the main entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
• There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter the stairwell and there is a manual, heavy, single door to exit the stairwell.
• The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
• There are 15+ steps between floors.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• The steps are not 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 moderate to good.

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Room(s) (Room F1 - First Floor)

• The room surveyed was Room F1 - Conference Room.
• Room F1 - Conference Room is located on the first floor.

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• Access View
  • There are multiple meeting rooms of varying sizes and layouts in this area.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are not between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The height of the speaker's desk/table is 90cm.
  • The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
  • The lectern is not height adjustable.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a television screen, a projector screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 66cm and 70cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is an additional, identical entrance door opposite the one surveyed.
• Comments View
  • There is a single, medium depth step to reach the speaking area as can be seen in photograph 5.

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Room(s) (Room F8 - First Floor)

• The room surveyed was Room 8.
• Room 8 is located on the first floor.

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• Access View
  • There are multiple meeting rooms of varying sizes and layouts in this area.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are not between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • Furniture can be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both side within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Kitchen (First Floor)

• The kitchen is located on the first floor, near the staircase.
• There is step-free access, via lift, to the kitchen.
• There is a/are door(s) to access the kitchen.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
• The width of the door opening is 75cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the kitchen.
• The height of the work surfaces are 91cm (2ft 12in).
• There is not a dual height refreshment counter.
• There is not a work surface with a clear knee recess.
• There is not a height adjustable work surface.
• The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
• Vending machines are not available.
• Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
• Drinking straws are not available.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located ahead past the reception and waiting area.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • 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 door opens outwards.
  • The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 149cm x 212cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 93cm from floor level.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 115cm and 121cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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.
  • 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 next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 115cm.
  • 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 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)

• There is/are 1 male on the ground floor.
• There is/are 1 female on the ground floor.
• The type of signage on or near the standard toilet door(s) is pictorial.
• Ambulant toilet cubicles are not available.
• There is not a male standard toilet with a lowered urinal.
• The wash basin tap types in standard toilets are twist/turn.
• The lighting levels are good in the male and female standard toilets.

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Standard Toilet(s) (First Floor)

• There is/are 1 female on the first floor.
• There is/are 1 male on the first floor.
• The type of signage on or near the standard toilet door(s) is pictorial.
• Ambulant toilet cubicles are not available.
• There is not a male standard toilet with a lowered urinal.
• The wash basin tap types in standard toilets are twist/turn.
• The lighting levels are good in the male and female standard toilets.