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Branch Information

• For opening times and services available in this branch, please visit the St Albans branch page on the Skipton Building Society website.
• This branch is located in/on a main shopping street/area.
• Colleagues do receive diversity and inclusion training.
• There is not a colleague trained in British Sign Language.
• There is a colleague that is a dementia friend.
• The branch does have a magnifying glass available.
• The branch does have a signature guide available.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; large print on request and Braille on request.
• There is a/are hearing assistance system(s) available.
• There is a/are hearing assistance system(s) available for the transaction desks and customer meeting rooms.
• For information about the Skipton video appointment service, please visit the Skipton Link page on the Skipton Building Society website

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Public Transport and Parking

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• Public Transport View
  • There is a bus stop within approximately 150m of the branch.
  • The nearest train station is St Albans.
• Parking View
  • The branch does not have its own car park.
  • Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on St Peters Street.
  • There is a public car park within approximately 200m of the branch.
  • The public parking facilities are located on Victoria Street and Drovers Way.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Approach

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There is a slope with a very slight incline.

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Outside Access

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the corner of St Peters Street and Victoria Street.
  • There is external signage.
  • The sign(s) is/are located either side of the branch.
  • The branch is clearly signed with 'Skipton Building Society'.
  • There is a list of services at the entrance area.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with the immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 89cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 64cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 97cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 5cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Transaction Counter

• The counter is located ahead as you enter .
• The counter is approximately 5m from the main entrance.
• The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step-free access to the counter.
• There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
• There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
• The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
• The lighting levels at the counter are good.
• The height of the counter is 109cm.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• There is not a lowered section of the counter.
• There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Colleagues are trained to use the system.

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Branch Internal Access

• There is step-free access throughout the majority of the branch.
• The type of flooring in the branch is carpet.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is a seating area available in the branch.
• Seating in the branch includes; chairs with armrests.
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.

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Customer Meeting Room(s) (1)

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• Access to the Room View
  • The room surveyed was Customer Meeting Room 1.
  • Customer Meeting Room 1 is located in the centre of the branch.
  • There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
  • There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
  • Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
  • The corridor/walkway leading to the room is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • There is step free access into the room.
  • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm.
• Room Details View
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
  • There is fixed furniture within the room.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 72cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable desk is not available.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Step(s) (Customer Meeting Room 2 and Staff Toilets)

• There is a/are step(s) located to the right side of the branch.
• The step(s) is/are used to access Customer Meeting Room 2 and staff toilets.
• There is/are 2 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is 25cm.
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.

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Customer Meeting Room(s) (2)

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• Access to the Room View
  • The room surveyed was Customer Meeting Room 2.
  • Customer Meeting Room 2 is located at the rear of the branch.
  • There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
  • There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
  • Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
  • The corridor/walkway leading to the room is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • There is not step free access into the room.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
• Room Details View
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
  • There is fixed furniture within the room.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 72cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable desk is not available.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Customer Meeting Room 3 & the Left Side of the Branch)

• There is a ramp/slope located to the right of the Transaction Counter .
• The ramp/slope is used to access the Customer Meeting Room 3 and the left side of the branch.
• The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 117cm.

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Customer Meeting Room(s) (3)

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• Access to the Room View
  • The room surveyed was Customer Meeting Room 3.
  • Customer Meeting Room 3 is located beyond the transaction counter.
  • There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
  • There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
  • Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
  • The corridor/walkway leading to the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • There is not step free access into the room.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
• Room Details View
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
  • There is fixed furniture within the room.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 72cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable desk is not available.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Customer Meeting Rooms 4, 5 and the Accessible Toilet)

• There is a ramp/slope located to the right of the Transaction Counter .
• The ramp/slope is used to access the Customer Meeting Rooms and Accessible Toilet.
• The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
• The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 127cm.
• The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.

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Customer Meeting Room(s) (4)

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• Access to the Room View
  • The room surveyed was Customer Meeting Room 4.
  • Customer Meeting Room 4 is located beyond the transaction counter.
  • There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
  • There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
  • Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
  • The corridor/walkway leading to the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • There is not step free access into the room.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
• Room Details View
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
  • There is fixed furniture within the room.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 72cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable desk is not available.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Customer Meeting Room(s) (5)

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• Access to the Room View
  • The room surveyed was Customer Meeting Room 5.
  • Customer Meeting Room 5 is located beyond the transaction counter.
  • There is not wayfinding signage for the room.
  • There is not clear signage for the room (on or near the door).
  • Colleagues can provide assistance getting to the room.
  • The corridor/walkway leading to the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • There is not step free access into the room.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
• Room Details View
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system available for the room.
  • There is fixed furniture within the room.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the table is 72cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable desk is not available.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the venue.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 21m from the main entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 225cm.
  • The accessible toilet does 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 103cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • 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 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.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 113cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are not available.