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Unit 5, Colney Fields Retail Park, London Colney, St Albans, AL2 1BG

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Overview - Standard

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located on the first floor, to the left from the lift.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a left hand transfer space.
    • Shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor, to the left from the lift.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • 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

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located off Barnet Road.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 55 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 360cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 6m from the store entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight slope.
    • This route has bollards.
    • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • Free parking is restricted to 5 hours.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
    • There are 18 electric vehicle charging points.
    • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 230cm (width) x 470cm (depth).
    • The controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • You do not need an online account to use the charging point.
    • Payment can be made with a credit/debit card (contactless).
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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 slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 140cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There are security barriers at the entrance.
  • The maximum width between them is 130cm.

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 under 120cm.
  • Some of the aisles are obstructed by narrow walkways.
  • 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 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 vary due to the size of the space.
  • The online collections point is located at the rear of the store.
  • The heights of the touchscreens range between 110cm to 120cm.
  • The online returns point is located at the rear of the store.
  • The heights of the touchscreens range between 138cm to 150cm.

Counter (Womenswear)

  • The counter is located at the rear of the store.
  • The distance from the store entrance is 25m.
  • 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 100cm.
  • 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 100cm.
  • 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 uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Counter (Childrenswear)

  • The counter is located to the right from the store entrance.
  • The distance from the store entrance is 20m.
  • 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 100cm.
  • 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 uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Women's)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located at the rear of the store.
    • The fitting room surveyed is female only.
    • The distance from the store entrance is 36m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is written text signage for the fitting room.
    • There is a curtain opening to access the fitting room.
    • The width of the opening is 96cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 210cm (width) x 190cm (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 high colour contrast.
    • There are dropdown rails in the fitting room.
    • The dropdown rails for the fitting room have a high 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, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 117cm from the floor.
    • 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 and unshaded light sources.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located at the rear of the store.
  • The distance from the store entrance is 30m.
  • 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 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 high colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 120cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 160cm (width) x 190cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a high 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 uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Escalators

  • The escalators surveyed are located to the left from the store entrance.
  • 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 not clearly marked.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located at the rear of the store.
  • The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
  • There are 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 not between 30cm-45cm.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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 of the aisles are obstructed by narrow walkways.
  • 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 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 vary due to the size of the space.

Counter (Menswear)

  • The counter is located on the first floor, to the left from the lift.
  • The distance from the lift is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has a lift.
  • 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 100cm.
  • 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 uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Men's)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on the first floor, to the right from the lift.
    • The fitting room surveyed is male only.
    • The distance from the lift is 7m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has a lift.
    • 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 written text signage for the fitting room.
    • There is a curtain opening to access the fitting room.
    • The width of the opening is 120cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 240cm (width) x 190cm (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 high colour contrast.
    • There are dropdown rails in the fitting room.
    • The dropdown rails for the fitting room have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted chair available.
    • The seat/chair is 41cm 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 106cm and 140cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Eating and Drinking (Costa)

  • Location and Access View
    • Costa is located on the first floor, to the left from the lift.
    • The most accessible route has a lift.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • 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 ahead from the Costa entrance.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 105cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has a television and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 105cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
  • Service View
    • This area also has colleagues who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is not available.
    • Menu types include: digital.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups, two handled cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area, this may include the use of a lift.
    • 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 have a medium colour contrast.
    • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and sofas.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • 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 low at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor, to the left from the lift.
    • The distance from the lift is 11m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has a standard lift.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
  • Access View
    • 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 colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 82cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 170cm (width) x 260cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on top of the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 42cm 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 low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 85cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 70cm from the floor.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 74cm from the floor.
    • 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 100cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 153cm from the floor.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 76cm.
    • 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 and unshaded light sources.