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Unit A, Junction 9 Retail Park, Axletree Way, Wednesbury, WS10 9QY

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located on the first floor, behind the Jamaica Blue cafe.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
    • Shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor, behind the Jamaica Blue cafe.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations.
    • The fitting rooms with adaptations are located on the ground and first floors.
    • The standard fitting rooms are located on the ground and first floors.

Parking

  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • Public Parking View
    • There is a public car park located off Axletree Way.
    • The name of the car park is Gallagher Retail Park.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
    • Electric vehicle charging points are not available in the car park.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the store.
  • The approach to the entrance has bollards.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 199cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There are security barriers at the entrance.

Shop Floor (Ground Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • Some of the walls and columns have a reflective finish.
  • There is background noise.
  • There is wayfinding and overhead signage.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available for customers includes: benches and stools.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Fitting Room with Adaptations ( Women's)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on the ground floor, to the right after you enter the store .
    • The fitting room surveyed is female only.
    • The distance from the entrance is 53m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is no signage for the fitting room.
    • There is a curtain opening to access the fitting room.
    • The width of the opening is 95cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 256cm (width) x 230cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the fitting room.
    • There is a grab rail in the fitting room.
    • The grab rail for the fitting room has a medium colour contrast.
    • There are dropdown rails in the fitting room.
    • The dropdown rails for the fitting room have a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a seated bench available.
    • The seat/chair is 48cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 121cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Counter (Womenswear)

  • The counter is located on the ground floor, to the left after you enter the store.
  • The distance from the entrance is 31m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 101cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 103cm.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Counter (Childrenswear)

  • The counter is located on the ground floor, straight ahead to the rear after you enter the store.
  • The distance from the entrance is 56m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 90cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 92cm.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Counter (Home)

  • The counter is located on the ground floor, to the right after you enter the store.
  • The distance from the entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 101cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 103cm.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested, however it was not working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the rear right after you enter the store, within the Home Department.
  • The distance from the entrance is 48m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Standard Lift View
    • The ground and first floors can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a high colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 1600kg.
    • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a medium colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 119cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 164cm (width) x 203cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a medium colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer, an intercom hearing assistance system and a mirror to aid reversing.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Escalators

  • The escalators surveyed are located straight ahead after you enter the store.
  • The ground and first floors can be accessed by escalator.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are clearly marked.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located to the rear right after you enter the store, within the Home Department.
  • The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • 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 not between 30cm-45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Return and Collection Point

  • An online return point can be found on the ground floor, to the right after you enter the store, and on the first floor within the Menswear department.
  • The online collection is on the first floor within the Menswear department.

Shop Floor (First Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
  • There is background noise.
  • There is wayfinding and overhead signage.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available for customers includes: sofas.
  • Customers can obtain online items from the collection point to the right of the menswear counter.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Men's)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on the first floor, to the right after you exit the lift.
    • The fitting room surveyed is male only.
    • The distance from the lift is 41m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is no signage for the fitting room.
    • There is a curtain opening to access the fitting room.
    • The width of the opening is 105cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 194cm (width) x 218cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the fitting room.
    • There is a grab rail in the fitting room.
    • The grab rail for the fitting room has a medium colour contrast.
    • There are dropdown rails in the fitting room.
    • The dropdown rails for the fitting room have a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a seated bench available.
    • The seat/chair is 48cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 122cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Counter (Menswear)

  • The counter is located on the first floor, to the right after you exit the lift.
  • The distance from the lift is 43m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 102cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 104cm.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Eating and Drinking (Jamaica Blue)

  • Location and Access View
    • Jamaica Blue is located on the first floor, straight ahead after you exit the lift. .
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is open plan access.
  • Order and Payment View
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
    • The service counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located to the left after you enter the cafe area.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 90cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 93cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is available.
    • Menu types include: wall-mounted and countertop.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: dairy free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • 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.
    • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs, benches and high stools.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor, behind the Jamaica Blue cafe.
    • The distance from the lift is 57m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 73cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 134cm (width) x 209cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a medium colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 101cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 97cm from the floor.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 89cm from the floor.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 91cm.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.