Access Guide
Overview
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About
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- This is a legal office.
- Facilities available in the venue include: meeting rooms and kitchens.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue does not have its own car park.
- There is a drop-off point and on-street standard parking.
- The name of the nearest car park is North Beach Car Park.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
- Access throughout may include manual doors and narrow aisles.
- All floors (lower and upper basement, lower and upper ground floor, and floors 1 to 4) can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- There is seating available.
- There is no hearing assistance system.
- There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
- There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
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Toilet Facilities
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- There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
- Toilets with adaptations are located on the lower ground, upper ground and third floors.
- The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
- The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located on the lower ground and third floors.
- The shared step-free toilet facilities are located on the upper ground floor.
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Changing Places and Changing Facilities
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- Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the toilet with adaptations on the lower ground floor.
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Washroom and Shower Facilities
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- Standard shower facilities are located on the lower ground floor.
Parking
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Car Park
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- The car park is located in the upper and lower basement.
- The height of the restriction barrier is 0cm.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is a designated drop-off point available.
- The designated drop-off point is located in front of the main entrance.
- There is no dropped kerb from the drop-off point.
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On-street Parking
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- On-street standard parking is available.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is a public car park located off the Esplanade.
- The name of the car park is North Beach Car Park.
- Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
Lift (Car Park to Office)
- The lift surveyed is located towards the rear of the building.
- The distance from the main entrance is 50m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
- The lower basement, upper basement, lower ground floor and upper ground floor are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 89cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 110cm (width) x 209cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
- All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Entrance (Main Entrance - Upper Ground Floor)
- This entrance is located at the front of the building.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
- The ramp has a steep gradient.
- The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
- The ramp bypasses the steps.
- There are 16 steps with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked.
- The door opens away from you.
- The width of the opening is 104cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second single manual door.
- The second door is permanently held open.
- The width of the opening is 95cm.
- The second door has a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Entrance (Rotunda - Lower Ground Floor)
- This entrance is located at the rear of the building.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
- The slope has a steep gradient.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 98cm.
- There is a single manual door at this entrance.
- The door opens towards you.
- The width of the opening is 100cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 115cm.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
- Reception cannot be reached from this entrance without the use of a key card to open internal doors.
Lift (Rotunda)
- The lift surveyed is located ahead from the rear entrance.
- The distance from the rear entrance is 5m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- The lower ground and upper ground floors are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 90cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 135cm (width) x 138cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
- All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing and an audible announcer.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Stairs (Rotunda)
- The stairs surveyed are located ahead from the rear entrance.
- The lower ground and upper ground floors can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps have low visual contrast markings and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 16cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Reception
- The reception is located ahead from the main entrance.
- The distance from the main entrance is 3m.
- There is step-free level access to reception.
- The height of the reception desk is 75cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the desk.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
- Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
Kitchen (Upper Ground Floor)
- The kitchen is located on the upper ground floor, to the right of the reception desk.
- There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door is permanently held open.
- The width of the opening is 86cm.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
- A lowered work surface is available with a clear knee recess.
- The lowered work surface is 88cm from the floor.
- Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
- The sink is 90cm from the floor.
- The sink has a lever mixer tap.
- The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
- Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a dishwasher, a microwave and a kettle.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Area (Upper Ground Floor - Office Space)
- The office space is located on the upper ground floor, to the left of the reception desk.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into this area.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 99cm.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door opens away from you.
- The width of the opening is 87cm.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 105cm.
- Facilities available in this area include: offices desks and a kitchen.
- There is step-free level access throughout the area.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in this area includes: height adjustable desks.
- The tables are fixed.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- Wayfinding signage is not provided.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Kitchen (Upper Ground Floor Office Space)
- The kitchen is located in the upper ground floor office space.
- There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
- The width of the opening is 160cm.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
- A lowered work surface is available with a clear knee recess.
- The lowered work surface is 86cm from the floor.
- Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
- The sink is 90cm from the floor.
- A lowered sink is not available.
- The sink has a lever mixer tap.
- Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge and a kettle.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Room (Upper Ground Floor - Board Room)
- The room is located on the upper ground floor, on the left side of the reception area.
- The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 87cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: long tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Room (Upper Rotunda Boardroom)
- The room is located at the rear of the upper ground floor.
- The distance from the main entrance is 50m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door with a low visual contrast.
- The door opens outwards.
- The width of the opening is 73cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- This room can be divided into smaller spaces with partitions.
Room (Upper Ground Floor - Meeting Room 1)
- The room is located on the upper ground floor, on the left side of the reception area.
- The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is numbered signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 87cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Room (Upper Ground Floor - Meeting Room 2)
- The room is located on the upper ground floor, on the left side of the reception area.
- The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is numbered signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 87cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Room (Upper Ground Floor - Meeting Room 3)
- The room is located on the upper ground floor, on the left side of the reception area.
- The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is numbered signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 87cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- A partition can be moved to join meeting rooms 3 and 4 together.
Room (Upper Ground Floor - Meeting Room 4)
- The room is located on the upper ground floor, on the left side of the reception area.
- The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is numbered signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 87cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- A partition can be moved to join meeting rooms 4 and 3 together.
Toilet with Adaptations (Upper Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located along the corridor to the right of the reception desk, on the right.
- The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 94cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 160cm (width) x 294cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
- The lateral transfer space is 93cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 78cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 103cm from the floor.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
- There is a mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 152cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Lift (Concierge Area)
- The lift surveyed is located to the right of the reception desk.
- The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
- All floors in the Rotunda section of the building (lower and upper basement, lower and upper ground floor, and floors 1 to 4) are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 90cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 135cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
- All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing and an audible announcer.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
Stairs (Concierge Area)
- The stairs surveyed are located at the front of the building.
- All floors in the Rotunda section of the building (lower and upper basement, lower and upper ground floor, and floors 1 to 4) can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Stairs (Rear)
- The stairs surveyed are located at the rear of the building.
- There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
- All floors in the Rotunda section of the building (lower and upper basement, lower and upper ground floor, and floors 1 to 4) can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
Area (Lower Ground Floor - Breakout Area)
- This breakout area is located on the lower ground floor, ahead then to the left from the rear entrance lift.
- There is step-free level access into this area.
- Facilities available in this area include: a kitchen and a variety of seating areas.
- There is step-free level access throughout the area.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- Some flooring is patterned.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs, benches and stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
- Some chairs are fixed.
- Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- Wayfinding signage is not provided.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Kitchen (Lower Ground Floor)
- The kitchen is located to the left after you enter the breakout area.
- There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
- A lowered work surface is available with a clear knee recess.
- The lowered work surface is 84cm from the floor.
- Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
- The sink is 90cm from the floor.
- A lowered sink is not available.
- The sink has a lever mixer tap.
- The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
- Seating available in the kitchen includes: benches and high stools.
- Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables and high tables.
- Some chairs and tables are fixed.
- The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a vending machine.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Toilet with Adaptations (Lower Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)
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- The toilet surveyed is located to the right from the rear entrance.
- The distance from the rear entrance is 15m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 87cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 150cm (width) x 310cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 95cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 68cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 112cm from the floor.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
- This toilet area is accessed by a single manual door that opens away from you to a width of 78cm.
Standard Shower Facilities (Lower Ground Floor)
- The standard shower facilities surveyed are located to the right from the rear entrance.
- The distance from the rear entrance is 15m.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
- There is step-free level access into the shower.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 78cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
- Additional features include: coat hooks.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- There is a 9cm step into the shower cubicle.
Getting Around (Third Floor)
- There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
- Access throughout may include narrow aisles (less than 120cm).
- There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all walkways.
- Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
- There is no (or very little) background noise.
- Wayfinding signage is not provided.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Room (Third Floor - Standing Meeting Room)
- The room is located on the third floor, to the left from the Rotunda lifts.
- The distance from the Rotunda lifts is 15m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a lift, manual doors and narrow walkways.
- There is no signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 86cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: high tables.
- The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Toilet with Adaptations (Third Floor - Left Hand Transfer)
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- The toilet surveyed is located at the rear of the third floor office space, in the rear stairwell.
- The distance from the Rotunda lifts is 50m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, a lift, manual doors and narrow walkways.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 84cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 152cm (width) x 224cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 83cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 56cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
- There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 109cm from the floor.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 124cm and 161cm from the floor.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
