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Unit 110 Upper Level , The Mall, Cribbs Causeway, Bristol, BS34 5UP

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Overview

Getting Inside (The Mall)

  • The approach to the building is step-free and level.
  • The most accessible entrance surveyed was the entrance to the south west of The Mall shopping centre.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of The Mall shopping centre.
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the main entrance.
  • There are more than 10 other entrances.
  • More than 5 of the other entrances have step-free level access.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • Toilets with adaptations are not available.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • The fitting rooms with adaptations are located on the first and lower ground floors.
    • The standard fitting rooms are located on the first and lower ground floors.

Parking

  • Public Parking View
    • There is a public car park located off Merlin Road.
    • The name of the car park is The Mall at Cribbs Causeway.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
    • Electric vehicle charging points are not available in the car park.

Entrance (Childrenswear - Ground Floor)

  • This entrance is located on the ground floor of The Mall shopping centre.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is an opening without doors.
  • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
  • There are security barriers at the entrance.
  • The maximum width between them is 165cm.

Entrance (Womenswear - First Floor)

  • This entrance is located on the first floor of The Mall shopping centre.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is an opening without doors.
  • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
  • There are security barriers at the entrance.
  • The maximum width between them is 165cm.

Shop Floor (Ground Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Some of the 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: stools.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Counter (Childrenswear)

  • The counter is located to the left after you exit the lift.
  • The distance from the lift is 12m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • 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 not a hearing assistance system.
  • 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 left of the store.
  • The distance from the Womenswear entrance is 34m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has narrow walkways.
  • Standard Lift View
    • The lower ground, ground and first floors can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a medium colour contrast.
    • The lift does not have 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 160cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 164cm (width) x 210cm (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 and an intercom hearing assistance system.
    • The lift has a separate door to exit.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located to the left after you enter store via the Womenswear entrance.
  • The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 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 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.

Escalators

  • The escalators surveyed are located to the left after you enter store via the Womenswear entrance.
  • The lower ground and ground 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.

Online Returns and Collections

  • The counter for the return of online orders is on the first floor, within the Womenswear department.
  • The online collection point is on the lower ground floor of the store within the Menswear department.

Shop Floor (First Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Some of the columns have a reflective finish.
  • There may be 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.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Counter (Womenswear)

  • The counter is located on the rear right.
  • The distance from the entrance is 26m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • 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.

Shop Floor (Lower Ground Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are between 150cm - 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 this area.
  • Some of the 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.
  • Customers can obtain online items from the online collection point, to the right of the mens counter.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Counter (Menswear)

  • The counter is located to the right after you exit the lift.
  • The distance from the lift is 34m.
  • 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 100cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 102cm.
  • 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.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Lower Ground Floor)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located to the left after you exit the lift.
    • The fitting room surveyed is male only.
    • The distance from the lift is 35m.
    • 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.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 97cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • The door has a locking handle.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 206cm (width) x 203cm (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 is a dropdown rail in the fitting room.
    • The dropdown rail for the fitting room has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a seated bench available.
    • The seat/chair is 49cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.