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Unit 1A, Lisnagelvin Retail Park, Londonderry, BT47 6NS

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Overview

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located on the first floor next to the lift.
    • All toilets with adaptations have a right hand transfer space.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located on the first floor next to the lift, in 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 at Lisnagelvin Shopping Centre.
    • The name of the car park is Lisnagelvin Shopping Centre Car 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 on the left as you enter the car park.
  • The approach to the entrance has bollards.
  • 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 a slope at the entrance.
  • The slope gradient varies between slight and steep.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 185cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.

Shop Floor (Ground Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are under 120cm.
  • Some of the aisles are obstructed by clothes rails and displays.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The visual contrast between the shelving and floor varies between low and high.
  • Some of the walls and columns have a reflective finish.
  • There is background noise.
  • There is wayfinding, product and overhead signage.
  • Some signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is not consistent throughout.
  • Seating available for customers includes: sofas, benches and stools.
  • Customers can obtain online items from the counter or self service via a large touchscreen.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.

Counter (Womenswear)

  • The counter is located to the left of the entrance on the ground floor.
  • The distance from entance is 14m.
  • 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 counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 103cm.
  • The payment machine is at a fixed height.
  • 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.
  • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
  • There is some 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: stools.

Counter (Childrenswear)

  • The counter is located towards the back of the store to the left.
  • The distance from the entrance is 40m.
  • 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 counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 103cm.
  • The payment machine is at a fixed height.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system could not be tested at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Womenswear)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on the right of the ground floor.
    • The fitting room surveyed is female only.
    • The distance from the shop floor is 6m.
    • 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 97cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 196cm (width) x 242cm (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 is a dropdown rail in the fitting room.
    • The dropdown rail for the fitting room has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted chair available.
    • The seat/chair is 48cm from the floor.
    • There is an assistance bell at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the left when entering Childrenswear.
  • The distance from the entrance is 40m.
  • 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 low 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 122cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 165cm (width) x 209cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • Some 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 and an audible announcer.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located to the right of the entrance.
  • The ground floor and 1st floor 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 step markings are not clearly visible.
  • 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.

Shop Floor (First Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are under 120cm.
  • Some of the aisles are obstructed by clothes rails and product displays.
  • The visual contrast between the shelving and floor varies between low and high.
  • There is background noise.
  • There is wayfinding, product and overhead signage.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is not consistent throughout.
  • Seating available for customers includes: stools.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Counter (Menswear and Home)

  • The counter is located in Menswear, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The distance from the lift is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has a lift.
  • 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 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 103cm.
  • The payment machine is at a fixed height.
  • 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.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (Menswear)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on the first floor, to the right of the counter.
    • The fitting room surveyed is male only.
    • The distance from the lift is 14m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has a lift.
    • Doors are held 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 146cm (width) x 273cm (depth).
    • There is not 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 48cm from the floor.
    • There is an assistance bell, however it is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • 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 143cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located straight ahead as you exit the lift on the first floor.
    • The distance from the lift is 5m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has a standard lift.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • 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 colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 77cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 193cm (width) x 318cm (depth).
    • There is 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 89cm (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 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 high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 95cm 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 72cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 97cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a medium colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 96cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 100cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Eating and Drinking ('Ground' Café)

  • Location and Access View
    • Ground Café is located on the first floor, to the front of the store and next to Menswear.
    • The most accessible route 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 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 straight ahead from the café entrance.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 91cm.
    • 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 at a fixed height.
  • Service View
    • This area also has staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is available on request only.
    • Menu types include: wall-mounted, countertop, digital and mobile phone app.
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cups.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some 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.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas, stools and high stools.
    • Some seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables, high tables and long tables.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.