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Summary

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• Services Available View
  • The following Tesco services are available at this store; Tesco Grocery Click+Collect services, electric vehicle charging points and F&F Clothing.
  • In this store these services are available; National/Health Lottery, Rug Doctor (Carpet Cleaning), Coin Exchange and Photobooths.
  • Please click here for the opening times and more specific information on the services available within the store (new tab).
• Facilities Available View
  • The following facilities are available at this store; a Changing Places facility, an accessible toilet, standard toilets and baby changing facilities.

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Getting Here

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• Parking View
  • The store has its own parking facilities.
  • The store is located in the Easton district of Portland, on Park Road, off the A354. The car park has Blue Badge bays, Parent and Child bays, and Electric Vehicle Charging Points.
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the store entrance.
  • The closest bus stop Easton Square, approximately 400 metres from the store entrance. Destinations include Weymouth and Southwell.
  • For more information on First Buses please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Weymouth.
  • Weymouth Station is approximately 6 miles from the store, with direct links to Yeovil Pen Mill, Winchester, Bournemouth, and London Waterloo.
  • For more information on National Railway Enquiries please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on South Western Trains please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a colleague available for help and assistance.
• To get assistance please speak to a colleague at the customer service counter.
• This store is part of the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme.
• The Sunflower Lanyard Scheme helps people with hidden disabilities which aren’t always obvious – such as autism, dementia and visual or hearing impairments.
• There is not a colleague trained in British Sign Language.
• British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
• There is a/are wheelchair(s) and mobility/electric scooter(s) with large basket(s) attached available to borrow.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact Customer Services.
• There is a seat/chair available within the store.
• There is a defibrillator in store.
• The types of trolley available at this store include; standard (large), standard (shallow), standard (large) with baby seat, wheelchair attachable, adapted with padded seat and adapted with padded seat/headrest.
• There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
• There is a Tesco Grocery Click+Collect service in the store.
• Customers can obtain online Tesco Grocery Click+Collect items from the car park collection station.
• There is not a portable hearing assistance system.
• There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.

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Parking

• The store does have its own parking facilities.
• The car park is located off Park Road.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• The car park surface is tarmac.

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• Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • There is/are 13 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 240cm x 447cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bays have at least the recommended width of 120cm.
• Paying View
  • Parking is free (unlimited time).
• Access from the Car Park View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • Pedestrian walkways are available in the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance(s) is tarmac.
  • There is a pedestrian crossing between the designated Blue Badge parking bays and the entrance.
  • The pedestrian crossing is level (flush) with the Blue Badge parking bays and is level with the approach to the entrance(s).
  • The pedestrian crossing has tactile paving on both sides.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is a/are clearly marked drop-off point(s).
  • The drop-off point(s) is/are located to the right of the main entrance.
  • The route from the drop-off point(s) to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Points

• There is a/are electric vehicle charging point(s) available.
• The provider of the charging point(s) is Pod Point.
• Fast charging is available.
• The electric vehicle charging point(s) is/are located at the front of the car park by the main entrance.
• Colleagues are not able to provide assistance with the electric vehicle charging points.
• There is/are 4 electric vehicle charging point(s).
• The electric vehicle charging bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
• The dimensions of the electric vehicle charging bay(s) surveyed are 237cm x 457cm.
• The charging point(s) is/are located to the front as you approach the bay(s).
• The height range of the electric vehicle charging point nozzle slot is 96cm to 106cm.
• An app is required to use the charging point(s).
• Payment signs are not provided.
• Payment for charging is made via an app/online.
• Charging fees are shown in the app.
• For more information and a guide to electric vehicle charging please click here.
• There is not a/are not designated electric vehicle charging point(s) available for Blue Badge holders.

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ATM(s)

• The ATM(s) is/are located to the right of the main entrance .
• The ATM(s) is/are 10m from the main entrance.
• There are bollards on the approach to the ATM(s).
• The height of the bollard(s) is 100cm.
• The bollards have a visual identification band.
• The minimum width between the bollards is 120cm.
• The controls/screen heights vary between 90cm and 129cm.
• There is not a lowered ATM available.

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Approach (Pedestrian Approach from Park Road to Store)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac and block paving.
  • There are bollards on the approach.
  • The height of the bollard(s) is 97cm.
  • The bollards have a visual identification band.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 226cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient and has no handrails.
  • The ramp does not have resting areas.
  • The pavement and pedestrian crossing slope steeply down to the store, where the pavement is level.

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Entrance

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the store.
  • 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 area which may look like a hole to some people.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 200cm.
  • 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 186cm.
  • There are identical sets of doors at either side of the entrance foyer.
  • There are security pillars at the entrance doors.
  • The security pillars do contrast visually with the flooring.
  • The minimum width between the security pillars is 187cm.
  • There are product pallets and hand baskets in the entrance area.
  • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in this area.
  • The height of the hand sanitisers range between 100cm and 126cm.

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Getting Around

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the store.
  • The majority of aisle widths are 150cm+.
  • The minimum aisle width is 133cm.
  • Some aisles are obstructed at the ends by product pallets.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There are mats in aisles that might be perceived as holes.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Resting/seating areas are available in this store.
  • Resting/seating areas are located behind the checkouts.
  • The seats do not have armrests.
• Signage View
  • Overhead aisle signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the store.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.

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Checkouts

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• Checkout Area View
  • The checkout(s) is/are located to the right from the main entrance, at the front of the store.
  • There is step-free access to the checkout(s).
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the checkout(s).
  • The checkout(s) is/are clearly signed.
  • The lighting levels at the checkout(s) are good.
  • There is a/are staffed checkout(s) and self-service checkout(s).
• Staffed Checkout(s) View
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the staffed checkout(s).
  • The staffed checkout(s) is not/are not placed in front of a plain background.
  • The height of the staffed checkout(s) is/are 91cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the staffed checkout(s).
  • The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the staffed checkout(s).
  • There is a/are hearing assistance system(s) at the staffed checkout(s).
  • The following staffed checkout(s) have a hearing assistance system; 11.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) is/are signed.
  • Colleagues are not trained to use the hearing assistance system(s).
  • The hearing assistance system(s) was/were tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance systems were tested at the following staffed checkout(s); 11.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) was/were tested on 19/11/2021.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) was/were working at the time of testing.
  • At the time of survey (19/11/2021), the hearing loop sign was obscured by COVID signage.
• Self-Service Checkout(s) View
  • The controls/screen heights for the self-service checkout(s) vary between 88cm and 134cm.
  • The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the self-service checkout(s).
  • Colleagues can provide assistance with using the self-service checkout(s).

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Counter (Customer Services and Tobacconist)

• The counter is located immediately to the left from the main entrance.
• The counter is approximately 8m 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.
• The counter is clearly signed.
• There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter.
• The counter is not placed in front of a plain background.
• The lighting levels at the counter are good.
• The height of the counter is 101cm.
• There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• There is a lowered section of the counter.
• The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the lowered section of the counter.
• The counter is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Colleagues are not trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 19/11/2021.
• The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.

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Changing Places

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located to the left from the main entrance, past Customer Services and into the passage marked Customer Toilets, then turn left.
  • The facility is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • There is level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • 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 colour contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from Customer Services.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 340cm x 295cm.
  • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
  • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 120cm.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 195cm.
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a spatula flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 86cm.
  • The toilet does not have a backrest or a cistern.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 174cm (5ft 9in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are not available at the wash basin.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The wide paper roll dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 99cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 room.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 46cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, nappy/incontinence bin and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is a coat hook.
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 99cm and 151cm from the floor.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
• Comments View
  • The soap dispenser is a fixed part of the adjustable wash basin, and is set 32cm above the basin.

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Accessible Toilet(s)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left from the main entrance, past Customer Services and into the passage marked Customer Toilets, then turn to the right.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is poor.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 145cm x 222cm (4ft 9in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a sensor flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • 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 nappy/incontinence items bin 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 56cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The wash basin tap type is sensor.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
• Comments View
  • The shelf is partly obstructed by the horizontal grab rail.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the left from the main entrance, past Customer Services and through the doorway marked Customer Toilets.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Parent and Baby Room

• There is a parent and baby room.
• The parent and baby room is located to the left from the main entrance, past Customer Services and through the doorway marked Customer Toilets.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 15m from the main entrance.
• There is step-free access into the parent and baby room.
• A colleague does not need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• The baby change table is set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 74cm.
• The wash basin tap type is sensor.
• There is a/are chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
• There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is a 10cm lip in front of the baby changing section of the table. The soap dispenser is 36cm above the table. There is a wide paper towel dispenser, 127cm above the floor. There is a hand dryer, 102cm above the floor.