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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Art and Design, Hospitality and Catering, Applied Sciences, Hairdressing Beauty Therapy, Health and Social Care, Adult Learning, Media Studies, ICT and Computing, the Learning Resource Centre, the Canteen, Training Restaurant and Assembly Hall.
• Related link Limavady Campus - Benevenagh Building.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/north-west-regional-college/limavady-campus/access-guides/limavady-campus-benevenagh-building

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• Comments View
  • Levels B-D can be accessed via the lift in the Benevenagh Building.

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Building Opening Times

• Monday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 17:00 - 20:00.
• Wednesday 17:00 - 20:00.
• Thursday 17:00 - 20:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 16:00.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Limavady.
• The nearest mainline station is Bellarena.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Front Car Park

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located at the front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 230cm x 450cm (7ft 6.55in x 14ft 9.17in).
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 10m (32.81ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 20m (65.62ft) from the main entrance.
  • 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Rear Car Park

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located at the rear of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 3 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 240cm x 480cm (7ft 10.49in x 15ft 8.98in).
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 15m (49.21ft) from the rear right entrance - Benevenagh link.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 35m (114.83ft) from the rear right entrance - Benevenagh link.
  • 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There are 4 standard EV charging bays in this car park.

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Art Side Car Park

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is to the rear left of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 240cm x 470cm (7ft 10.49in x 15ft 5.04in).
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 10m (32.81ft) from the Art side entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 15m (49.21ft) from the Art side entrance.
  • 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 car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There are 2 standard EV charging bays in the car park.

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Main Entrance

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the main reception on the ground floor of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'North West Regional College'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • 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 146cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

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Rear Right Entrance - Benevenagh Link

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right rear of the building, opposite the Benevanagh Building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 105cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 108cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are light.
  • The width of the door opening is 79cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 109cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 109cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 139cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located between the rear car park and the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

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Art Side Entrance

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the far left side of the building.
  • 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.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 105cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Reception Opening Times

• Monday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 19:30.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 19:30.
• Thursday 08:30 - 19:30.
• Friday 09:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday 00:00 - 00:00.
• Sunday 00:00 - 00:00.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 6m (19.69ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• The hearing system is available only on request.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• There is not a touch screen.
• There are armchairs and bench seating near to the reception.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet, vinyl and tiles.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • There is a quiet area on the ground floor and a Senso Cube sensory pod on the upper floor of the library.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
  • There is a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
  • The system is a portable loop.
  • The portable loop is located at the reception.
  • The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
  • Hearing loops are fitted in most lecture theatres and teaching rooms.
  • Portable hearing loops are also available.
  • Most internal doors on level A are push pad operated automatic doors.
  • All room number signs have Braille and tactile markings.
  • There are level access links to all levels from the lift in the Benevenagh Building, and the link on level C has a push pad operated automatic door.
  • The Assembly Hall has retractable seating.

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Stairs

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are levels A, B, C and D.
  • The stairs are located to the right rear of the building off the right corridor.
  • The stairs are approximately 40m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Learning Resource Centre - Opening Times

• Monday 08:00 - 13:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 13:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 13:00.
• Thursday 13:30 - 16:30.
• Friday 09:00 - 13:00.
• Saturday 00:00 - 00:00.
• Sunday 00:00 - 00:00.

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Learning Resource Centre - Entrance

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the reception area on the ground floor of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the Learning Resource Centre.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Learning Resource Centre'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 106cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 136cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 102cm.

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Learning Resource Centre - Reception

• The desk/counter is 35m (114.83ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are good.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing system is not available only on request.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• There is not a touch screen.

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Learning Resource Centre

• This library does have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 7 days to process an order.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard, large rollerball mouse and height adjustable table is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include large screens and document readers.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes magnifiers, CCTV and dictaphones.
• Most textbooks are available in E Book format.
• Texthelp and Read and Write Gold are available on all pcs in the college. Zoomtext, Inspiration and Dragon can be made available if required, and normally loaded onto laptops for students to use. Other auxiliary aids can be made available on request.
• There is a self-service touchscreen with controls and screen between 76cm and 120cm.
• There is a Senso Cube sensory pod on Level B of the Learning Resource Centre.

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Learning Resource Centre Stairs

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are levels A and B.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
• Comments View
  • The stairs are located next to the entrance to the Learning Resource Centre.

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Learning Resource Centre Platform Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located just inside the Learning Resource Centre.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are levels A and B within the Learning Resource Centre.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
• The lift is approximately 29m (8.84m) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11.04in).
• The lift door is manual, opens outwards and is easy to open.
• The dimensions of the lift are 93cm x 159cm (3ft 0.61in x 5ft 2.6in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Vending and Seating Area

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the self-service area.
  • The self-service area is located at the rear of the reception.
  • There is step-free access to the self-service area.
• Service and Menus View
  • There is a touchscreen ordering service available.
  • Staff cannot bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • The type of food served here is vending machine drinks and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are not available.
  • This area does not play background music.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 70cm.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 54cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 119cm.
  • Some tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also coffee tables, high tables and high stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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The Food Hub - Cafeteria

• The following information is for the café.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the service counter.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 38m (124.67ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 71cm (2ft 3.95in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 103cm (3ft 4.55in).
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is main meals and snacks.
• The Canteen is located on level A, along the corridor to the left as you enter. It also contains some coffee tables and sofas.

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Garnett's - Training Restaurant

• The following information is for the restaurant.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Full table service is available.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 44m (144.36ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 70cm (2ft 3.56in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 71cm (2ft 3.95in).
• Menus are hand held only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals.
• This restaurant and kitchen is used by Hospitality and Catering students.
• It is located on level A, off the right corridor close to the right rear entrance and Benevenagh Building, and is occasionally open to the public to give students real world experience preparing and serving food.
• The training kitchen contains talking scales and has a hearing loop fitted.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the right corridor past the reception as you enter via the main entrance on the ground floor of the building.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (82.02ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a gender neutral toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 9.86in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 169cm x 241cm (5ft 6.54in x 7ft 10.88in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 102cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 94cm (3ft 1.01in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm .
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 74cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6.11in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 107cm (3ft 6.13in).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) 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 70cm (2ft 3.56in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 126cm .
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 88cm (2ft 10.65in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 78cm (2ft 6.71in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on the ground floor and the second floor.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the right corridor past the reception as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 20m (65.62ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • There are also toilets located on level C (second floor).

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Staff are Text Relay aware.