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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The centre is located in Byker, to the East of Newcastle, off the A193.
    From the east and A19 take A193, Tynemouth Road, signposted for Wallsend.
    Continue along the A193 for approximately 3.8 miles, through Wallsend and Walkerville, towards the City Centre.
    At the Byker Hill roundabout take the second exit signposted for Shields Road Shopping Centre, Byker Hill B1312.
    Continue along Shields Road for approximately 534m.
    Turn right on to Heaton Road. After approximately 306m take the second left on to North View.
    After approximately 325m, at the roundabout, take the first exit on to Heaton Park Road.
    Take the first left on to Molineux Close and Molineux Street NHS Centre is on the right.
    
    From the west and the A1 take junction 77 for the A167 towards the City Centre and continue on to the A167(M).
    Take the exit for the A193 and B1309.
    At the roundabout take the first exit signposted Wallsend, Shieldfield, Byker A193.
    Continue on to the A193, New Bridge Street, for approximately 3/4 of a mile.
    At the Byker West roundabout take the first exit, signposted for Shields Road Shopping Centre B1312.
    At the next roundabout take the third exit on to the B1312.
    After approximately 118m turn left on to Heaton Park Road, signposted for Molineux St NHS Centre.
    Take the first right on to Molineux Close and Molineux Street NHS Centre is on the right.
    
    From the south take the A184 towards Newcastle.
    Cross the Tyne Bridge and continue on to the A167(M).
    Take the exit signposted for the City Centre, Wallsend, A193.
    Take the third exit signposted Wallsend, Shieldfield, Byker A193.
    Continue on to the A193, New Bridge Street, for approximately 3/4 of a mile.
    At the Byker West roundabout take the first exit, signposted for Shields Road Shopping Centre B1312.
    At the next roundabout take the third exit on to the B1312.
    After approximately 118m turn left on to Heaton Park Road, signposted for Molineux St NHS Centre.
    Take the first right on to Molineux Close and Molineux Street NHS Centre is on the right.
  • Free car parking is available at the rear of the building.
    A Blue Badge bay is available at the front of the car park.
• By Bus View
  • Local buses are available to Shields Road.
    Follow Shields Road towards the superstore for approximately 60m.
    Turn right following the signposts for the pedestrian route signed for Molineux St NHS Centre.
    The centre is ahead on the right.
• By Train View
  • The nearest railway station is Manors.
    From the station exit on to Trafalgar Street. Turn left on to Argyle Street and turn right on to New Bridge Street/A193.
    Continue along the A193 for approximately 3/4 mile.
    Bear left on to Shields Road West and cross the roundabout.
    Continue along Shields Road for approximately 180m, and turn left following the signs for the pedestrian route signed for Molineux St NHS Centre.
    The centre is ahead on the right.
    Buses are available from New Bridge Street to Shields Road.
    Exit the station on to Trafalgar Street.
    Turn left on to Argyle Street and turn right on to New Bridge Street, A193.
    Cross the road and take the number 62 or number 63 bus from Newcastle Manors.
• By Underground View
  • The nearest Metro station is Byker.
    Exit the station and turn right, and cross the road.
    Continue straight ahead and join Raby Street.
    Follow Raby Street on to Shields Road.
    Cross the road, turn left and follow Shields Road for approximately 220m.
    Turn right following the signposts for the pedestrian route signed for Molineux St NHS Centre.
    The centre is ahead on the right.
• Useful Links View
  • This link is for the contact and directions web page for Molineux Street NHS Centre on the NHS Choices website.
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Parking

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• Parking View
  • The venue does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located to the rear and right of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 487cm x 480cm (15ft 12in x 15ft 9in).
  • There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the car park.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are dropped kerbs.
  • The entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is not clearly signposted.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is concrete tiles.
  • There is tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Comments View
  • There are bollards at the dropped kerb.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 144cm.

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Bus Stop(s) and Drop-off Point(s)

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• Bus Stop(s) View
  • There is not an onsite bus stop.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked onsite drop-off point(s).

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Saturday 08:00 - 20:00.
• Sunday 08:00 - 20:00.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step Details View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides going up.
• Comments View
  • There is level access from the car park and the right hand side of the entrance.
  • The slope can be used to pass the steps and then use the level access from the right hand side.

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Outside Access (Rear Car Park Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building, leading from the car park.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 114cm.
• Comments View
  • There is a very easy slope, less than 2.86 degrees, at this entrance.

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Reception (Main Reception)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left on entering the building.
  • The reception point is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is high (110cm+).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the low section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Getting Around The Building

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all corridors.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Lighting levels of at least 100 lux at floor level, were recorded in all corridors surveyed.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.
  • There is a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • Fixed loops are available in the meeting rooms and GP receptions.

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Other Floors (Main Staircase)

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor of the building are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Other Floors (Thornfield Surgery, Staff Only Stairs)

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor of the building are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • These are staff only stairs.
  • Entry and exit to and from the stairwell is via a key fob.
  • The key fob reader is located to the right of the entry door to enter and on the wall facing the lift to exit.
  • The height of both key fob readers is 117cm.

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Lift (Main Lifts)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the rear of the building.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• Lighting levels are at least 100 lux at floor level in the lift lobby.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is good.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 103cm x 206cm (3ft 5in x 6ft 9in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Lift (Thornfield Surgery Staff Only Lift)

• There is not a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the Thornfield Surgery area in the ground floor rear left corridor.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are not clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is poor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
• The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 106cm x 140cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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• Comments View
  • This is a staff only lift.
  • Entry and exit to and from the lift lobby is via a key fob.
  • The key fob reader is located to the right of the entry door to enter and on the wall facing the lift to exit.
  • The height of both key fob readers is 117cm.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Foyer - Left Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor at the rear of the foyer.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key can be obtained from Reception.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 142cm x 208cm (4ft 8in x 6ft 10in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are pedal bin and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is not a standard shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 117cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Lighting levels are at least 100 lux at floor level.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Rear Right - Left Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear right of the building on the ground floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 130cm x 229cm (4ft 3in x 7ft 6in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is not a standard shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 110cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Lighting levels are at least 100 lux at floor level.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet is fitted with a blue light.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (First Floor - Lift Lobby - Left Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor and ahead on exiting the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 125cm x 212cm (4ft 1in x 6ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is no dropdown rail.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is not a standard shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 110cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 102cm (3ft 4in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Lighting levels are at least 100 lux at floor level.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet is fitted with a blue light.
  • This accessible toilet was out of order at the time of the survey as the dropdown rail was waiting to be replaced.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Second Floor - Lift Lobby - Right Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the second floor in the lift lobby.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 149cm x 225cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are pedal bin and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a standard shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is between 90cm and 100cm.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 110cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Lighting levels are at least 100 lux at floor level.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet is fitted with a blue light.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Third Floor - Rear of Lift Lobby - Left Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the third floor at the rear of the lift lobby.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 140cm x 221cm (4ft 7in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste, non-infectious waste and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a standard shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is between 90cm and 100cm.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 120cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Lighting levels are at least 100 lux at floor level.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet is fitted with a blue light.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Third Floor - Front of Lift Lobby - Right Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the third floor at the front left of the lift lobby.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the lift.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 143cm x 222cm (4ft 8in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste, non-infectious waste and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • There is not a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is not a standard shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 112cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Lighting levels are at least 100 lux at floor level.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet is fitted with a blue light.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are not available.

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• Comments View
  • The accessible toilets are also used as the standard toilets.

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Parent and Baby Room (Second Floor)

• There is a parent and baby room in the venue.
• The parent and baby room is located on the second floor, to the left on exiting the lift in the lift lobby.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 3m from the lift.
• Inside the venue, there is level access to the parent and baby room.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the room.
• The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table once extended is 91cm (2ft 12in).
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 64cm.
• The tap type is lever.
• There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are good.

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• Comments View
  • The Parent and Baby room is fitted with a blue light.