Access Guide
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include a swimming pool and fitness suite.
Location
- There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
- The nearest National Rail station is Chapeltown.
- There is not a tram stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Opening Hours
Parking
- The venue does have its own car park.
-
Venue Car Park
View
- Parking is free for all users.
- The car park is located at the front of the venue.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
- There is/are 8 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 300cm x 600cm (9ft 10in x 19ft 8in).
- The nearest designated bay is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The furthest designated bay is 35m (38yd 10in) 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 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.
- The patron does not have to cross a road.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
-
Drop-off Point
View
- There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- There is level access into the venue.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in).
-
Second set of doors
View
- There is a small raised threshold in the doorway.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in).
Reception
- The desk/counter is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
- There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
- The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
- The lighting levels are bright.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a portable loop.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
- There is a touch screen.
- The touch screen is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service(s).
- This venue does play background music.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
- The lighting levels are bright.
-
Comments
View
- There are turnstiles and a security gate to enter the sports areas.
- The gate is 97cm wide and opened with a security pass automatically.
Swimming Pool (Competion Pool)
- There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
- There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
- There is a wet side chair available.
- There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
- The hoist is hydraulic.
- There are steps into the swimming pool.
- There are 7 steps.
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on both sides.
- There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
- There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.
Swimming Pool (Children's Pool)
- There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
- There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
- There is a wet side chair available.
- There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
- The hoist is hydraulic.
- There are steps into the swimming pool.
- There are 4 steps.
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on both sides.
- There is not a ladder type entrance into the water.
Fitness Suite
-
Access to Fitness Suite
View
- The fitness suite is located on the first floor.
- The fitness suite is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the lift.
- There is step free access to the fitness suite.
- Level access is by lift.
- There are doors into the fitness suite.
- The doors open towards you (pull).
- The doors are double.
- The doors are heavy.
- The opening is 160cm wide.
-
IFI Accredited Fitness Suite
View
- The fitness suite has attained IFI level one.
- A number of staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
- IFI accredited equipment is available.
- For example: upright cycle, recumbent cycle, leg curl and upper body multi-station.
- There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
- There is level access to all of the equipment.
-
Fitness Suite (General)
View
- There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
- There is level access to all of the equipment.
Poolside Seating Area
- There is a poolside seating veiwing area that is accessed from the reception area.
Other Floors
-
Steps
View
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
- The lighting levels are bright.
Lift
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located off the main corridor.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
- The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 140cm (3ft 7in 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.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting level in the lift is bright.
Cycle Aerobics
- There is a separate cycle aerobics exercise room on the first floor.
Dance Studio
- There is a separate dance studio on the first floor.
Changing Places (Swimming Pool)
-
Location and access
View
- The facility is located next to the lifts.
- The facility is approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- There is level access to the facility.
-
Dimensions and features
View
- You do not need a key for the facility.
- The door opens outwards.
- The width of the door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the facility are 330cm x 400cm (10ft 10in x 13ft 1in).
- The facility changing bench height is fixed.
- The facility changing bench is free standing.
- The length of the facility changing bench is 185cm (6ft 1in).
- The facility hoist is powered overhead.
- The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
- The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
- The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 122cm (4ft).
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 250cm (8ft 2in).
- Wall mounted grab rails are available.
- As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- Drop down rails are provided.
- As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The type of wash basin is adjustable.
- Wall mounted grab rails are not available at the wash basin.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- A privacy screen is not available.
- Wide tear off paper roll is available.
- The facility has a non slip floor.
- A functioning emergency alarm is available.
Accessible Changing Room (Changing Village)
- There are accessible changing rooms available.
- The accessible changing room is located in the changing village.
- The facility is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the entrance to changing village.
- The door opens outwards.
- The width of the door is 82cm (2ft 8in).
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 250cm x 285cm (8ft 2in x 9ft 4in).
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 220cm (7ft 3in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- Wall mounted rails are available.
- The toilet seat is 48cm (1ft 7in) above floor level.
- There is a sink.
- The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the sink is 73cm (2ft 5in).
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
- The emergency alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a changing bench.
- There is a wheel in shower.
- The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
- The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
Accessible Shower (Changing Village)
- Accessible shower facilities are available.
- The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the changing village.
- The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; handrails and a flip-down seat.
- The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.
-
Comments
View
- There are accessible shower cubicles within the changing village.
Standard Changing Room (Changing Village)
- There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the swimming pool.
- The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located off the main corridor.
- There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
- Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
- There is level access to the shower facilities.
Accessible Changing Room (Fitness Suite)
- There are accessible changing rooms available.
- The accessible changing room is located on the first floor.
- The facility is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lift entrance.
- The door opens outwards.
- The width of the door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 260cm x 255cm (8ft 6in x 8ft 4in).
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 180cm (5ft 11in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- Wall mounted rails are available.
- The toilet seat is 48cm (1ft 7in) above floor level.
- There is a sink.
- The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the sink is 73cm (2ft 5in).
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
- The emergency alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a locker within the accessible changing room.
- There is a wheel in shower.
- The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head and a flip-down seat.
- The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
Standard Changing Room (Fitness Suite)
- There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift entrance.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the reception desk.
- The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the fitness suite.
- The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on the first floor.
- There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
- Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
- There is level access to the shower facilities.
-
Comments
View
- The female fitness suite is located next to the male fitness suite and has the same layout.
Toilet with Adaptations (Reception Area)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
-
Location and Access
View
- There is Braille, tactile and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
- The accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter.
- 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 member of staff.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 154cm x 230cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 7in).
- There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
-
Position of Fixtures
View
- Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- There is a mirror.
- Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- 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).
-
Colour Contrast and Lighting
View
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
-
Comments
View
- There is an additional accessible toilet with the same specifications opposite the lifts on the ground floor, 12m from the reception desk.
Toilet with Adaptations (Changing Village)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
-
Location and Access
View
- There is Braille, tactile and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the changing village entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the changing village.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
-
Features and Dimensions
View
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 82cm (2ft 8in).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 260cm (5ft 6in x 8ft 6in).
- There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 97cm (3ft 2in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
-
Position of Fixtures
View
- Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- There is a mirror.
- Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- 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).
-
Colour Contrast and Lighting
View
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
- There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are good.
-
Comments
View
- There is a similar toilet on the first floor with the same specifications by the fitness suite, 15m from the lift.
Standard Toilet(s) (Changing Village)
-
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
View
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
-
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
View
- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the changing village.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
- Lighting levels are bright.
-
Baby Change Facilities
View
- Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
- Baby change facilities are located in separate cubicles within the changing village.
- The height of the baby change table once extended is 93cm (3ft 1in).
-
Comments
View
- There are 4 family baby changing rooms within the changing village.
Standard Toilet(s) (Fitness Suite)
-
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
View
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
-
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
View
- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located within the standard changing rooms.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the lift.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
- This is by lift.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Additional Info
- Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
- Documents are not available in Braille.
- Documents are not available in large print.
- A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
- A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
- This service cannot be requested.