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Overview (Oxford Centre For Enablement)

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• About View
  • The Oxford Centre for Enablement building houses a number of multidisciplinary inpatient and outpatient services aimed at supporting people recovering from and living with disabling conditions.
  • Services available in the venue include: Neurological and Medical Rehabilitation Inpatient and Outpatient Clinics, Neurological Rehabilitation Inpatient Ward, Neuropsychology, Occupational Therapy, Oxfordshire Wheelchair Service, Physiotherapy, Prosthetics, Spasticity Service, Specialist Disability Services, Speech and Language Therapy, Vestibular and Balance Rehabilitation.
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• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Oxford Railway Station.
  • The nearest bus station is Oxford Bus Station.
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• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • The ground and first floors can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair and walking aids.
  • British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: Braille (on request), large print (on request) and different languages (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.
  • Staff receive the following training: clinical staff mandatory training.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Oxford Centre for Enablement)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 8 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located on the ground floor of the building off the reception waiting area, along the main corridor to the right, to the left after the Posture Independence and Mobility entrance and next to the Art Room. Also on the first floor along the main corridor and on the right and to the left and right of the Occupational Therapy clinic room corridor.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • The Changing Places toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of the building, along the main corridor and to the right.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located on the ground floor of the building within the changing places facility and on the first floor of the building within the toilet with adaptations to the right along the Occupational Therapy clinic room corridor.

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Parking (Oxford Centre for Enablement - Blue Badge Holders Only)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located in front of the Oxford Centre for Enablement building.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 13 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 222cm (width) x 448cm (depth).
  • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
  • The width of the marked zone is 128cm.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • The nearest designated bay is 7m from the Oxford Centre for Enablement entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp or slope and bollards.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for staff and Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • Visitors need to register their Blue Badge at the reception desk upon arrival.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance (Oxford Centre for Enablement)

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• The approach to the entrance has a bollard.
• 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 slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a bell at a height of 93cm.
• There is an intercom at a height of 103cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 155cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 97cm.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors .
• The second set of doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 153cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception (Oxford Centre for Enablement)

• The reception is located on the ground floor of the building, to the left as you enter via the Oxford Centre for Enablement entrance.
• The distance from the Oxford Centre for Enablement entrance is 4m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 76cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• The reception has glazed screens.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• The flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
• 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.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and bariatric chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
• Some seating is fixed.

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Getting Around (Oxford Centre for Enablement)

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• The flooring is shiny.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all walkways.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Ground Floor - Consulting Room)

• There are 2 consultation/medical rooms available.
• The room surveyed was; Consulting Room A.
• The room is located on the ground floor of the building, to the left past the reception desk.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 87cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 185cm.
• The hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
• The furniture is fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Ground Floor - Arm Lab)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Arm Lab.
• The room is located along the ground floor corridor of the building, to the right past the reception.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are double manual doors with a medium visual contrast.
• One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
• The locked door can be opened on request .
• The doors open outwards.
• The width of the opening is 70cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and high stools.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and height adjustable tables.
• Some tables are fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
• The height of the kitchen counter and wash basin is 93cm.
  There is a height adjustable wash basin which is 88cm at its lowest setting.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Ground Floor - Physiotherapy Gym)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Physiotherapy Gym.
• The room is located on the ground floor of the building, along the main corridor and to the left.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are double automatic doors with a high visual contrast.
• The doors open inwards.
• The width of the opening is 152cm.
• The height of the door release button to exit is 100cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 190cm.
• The hoist is powered overhead and accesses the treatment table.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables, height adjustable tables and desks.
• Some tables are fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Entrance (Ground Floor - Posture Independence and Mobility)

• This entrance is located on the ground floor of the building, to the right as you enter and along the main corridor to the left.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• The height of the hand sanitiser is 120cm.
• Access to this area is via staff key card only.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 159cm.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 98cm.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Ground Floor - Oxford Wheelchair Service / Specialist Disability Service)

• There are 5 consultation/medical rooms available.
• The room surveyed was; Clinic Room 3.
• The room is located ahead as you enter the Posture Independency and Mobility entrance, along the corridor and to the left.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 87cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 215cm.
• The hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
• Some furniture is fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

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Lift (Lift 1)

• The lift surveyed is located to the left as you enter the building and then to the right through a set of double doors.
• The distance from the Oxford Centre for Enablement entrance is 18m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
• The ground and first floors are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 130cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 176cm (width) x 269cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Stairs (Left Staircase)

• The stairs surveyed are located on the left side of the building.
• There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
• The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 19 steps between floors.
• The steps have low visual contrast markings and have 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 height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Lift (Lift 2)

• The lift surveyed is located on the right side of the building.
• The distance from the Oxford Centre for Enablement entrance is 21m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
• The ground and first floors are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 130cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 175cm (width) x 268cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
• Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Stairs (Right Staircase)

• The stairs surveyed are located to the right side of the building, opposite Lift 2.
• There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
• The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 19 steps between floors.
• The steps have low visual contrast markings and have 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 height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Seating Area (First Floor - Gallery Seating Area)

• The seating area is located on the first floor of the building, to the right as you exit Lift 1.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• There is step-free level access into this area.
• There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The flooring is shiny.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
• Some chairs are fixed.
• The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There may be background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Consultation / Medical Room (First Floor - Clinic Room)

• There are 5 consultation/medical rooms available.
• The room surveyed was; Clinic Room G.
• The room is located on the first floor of the building, to the left as you exit Lift 1 and along the corridor to the left.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a lift, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 88cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 185cm.
• The hoist is powered overhead and accesses the treatment table.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
• The furniture is fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Consultation / Medical Room (First Floor - Clinical Neuropsychology)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Clinical Neuropsychology.
• The room is located on the first floor of the building, to the left as you exit Lift 1, along the corridor and to the left.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, a lift, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 88cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: height adjustable tables.
• Some furniture is fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Kitchen (First Floor - OT Kitchen)

• The kitchen is located on the first floor of the building, to the right as you exit Lift 1 and straight ahead.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 87cm.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is available with a clear knee recess.
• The lowered work surface is 81cm from the floor.
• Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 93cm from the floor.
• A height adjustable hob is available.
• The oven is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The sink is 91cm from the floor.
• A height adjustable sink is available.
• The sink has a lever tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle, a toaster, two handle cups and easy grip cutlery.
• The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: stools.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

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Gym (First floor - Gymnasium 1 and 2)

• The gym is located on the first floor of the building, along the main corridor and to the left.
• There is step-free level access into the gym.
• There are double automatic doors with a high visual contrast.
• The doors open away from you.
• The width of the opening is 142cm.
• The height of the push pad to enter and exit the gym is 88cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The gym is staffed at specific times.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
• Equipment includes free weights and arm cycles.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• This room can be split into 2 individuals rooms using the partition wall.

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Changing Places (Ground Floor - Transfer Both Sides)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located along the ground floor corridor of the building, to the right after the reception.
  • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 14m.
  • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is a push pad to enter and exit the toilet which is 93cm high.
    There is a switch to lock the door which is 102cm high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards automatically and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm.
  • The door has a push button lock.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 448cm (width) x 286cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
• Toilet Details View
  • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however they are obstructed.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 113cm.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 281cm.
  • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown rails have a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is not a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The changing bench is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the changing bench is 190cm.
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses the changing bench and the toilet.
• Other Facilities View
  • There is a fixed height wash basin.
  • The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 106cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 93cm from the floor.
  • A wide paper roll dispenser is not available.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is an unobstructed shelf.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The facility has a pedal bin, a sanitary bin and a waste bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 162cm from the floor.
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • The height of the baby change table is 91cm. .

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor of the building, off the reception waiting area.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • The height of the push pad to enter and exit the toilet is 93cm.
    There is a switch to lock the toilet door which is 117cm high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards automatically and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm.
  • The door has a push button lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 215cm (width) x 253cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 145cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 98cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 121cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 107cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • 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 waste bin, a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 139cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor of the building, along the corridor and to the left as you exit Lift 2 .
  • The distance from Lift 2 is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, a lift and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • The height of the push pad to enter and exit the toilet is 93cm.
    There is a switch to lock the toilet door which is 106cm high.
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards automatically and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a push button lock.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 148cm (width) x 240cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 76cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 94cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 94cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 96cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a waste bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.