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Summary

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• Services Available View
  • The following Tesco services are available at this store; electric vehicle charging points.
  • 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; 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.
  • Tesco Stanley Annfield Plain Superstore has both standard and Blue Badge parking for staff and customers.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the store entrance.
  • The nearest bus stop is Tesco, located on Station Road and is approximately 75m from the store. The 713, 831, 16 and 16A Durham Diamond, 78 Country Ranger and X72 X-Lines services stops here.
  • For more information on bus services nearby the store please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Chester-Le-Street.
  • The nearest train station is Chester-Le-Street, this is served by Transpennine Express and Northern Railway and is 9.2 miles from the store.
  • For more information on train services at Chester-Le-Street please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Chester-Le-Street train station please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a colleague available for help and assistance.
• If assistance is needed please go to 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) available to borrow.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact the customer service counter.
• 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) and standard (large) with baby seat.
• There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
• There is not a Tesco Grocery Click+Collect service in the store.
• There is not a portable hearing assistance system.
• Colleagues are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• An interview room can be used as a place of safety if needed.

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Parking

• The store does have its own parking facilities.
• The car park is located off Station 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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• Parking View
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
• 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 11 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 235cm x 463cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bays have not got at least the recommended width of 120cm.
  • The width of the marked zones around the Blue Badge parking bays are between 112cm to 118cm.
• Paying View
  • Parking is free for up to 2 hours.
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located throughout the car park.
  • Payment term signs do not make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
  • The 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 in between the Blue Badge parking bays and entrance is a on a slight slope going upwards.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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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.
• The charging speed is unknown.
• The electric vehicle charging point(s) is/are located on the right side of the car park.
• 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 240cm x 465cm.
• 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 100cm to 109cm.
• An app is required to use the charging point(s).
• Parking charges apply for all users (including Blue Badge holders).
• Payment signs are not provided.
• Payment for charging is made over the phone and via an app/online.
• 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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Approach

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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 109cm.
  • The bollards have a visual identification band.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 117cm.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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ATM(s)

• The ATM(s) is/are located on the right side of the front of the store.
• The ATM(s) is/are 20m from the entrance.
• There are bollards on the approach to the ATM(s).
• The height of the bollard(s) is 109cm.
• The bollards have a visual identification band.
• The minimum width between the bollards is 120cm.
• The controls/screen heights vary between 91cm and 112cm.
• There is not a lowered ATM available.

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Entrance

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the left side of 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 132cm.
  • 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 323cm.
  • 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 183cm.
  • There are displays on either side as you enter.
  • There is a/are hand sanitiser(s) in this area.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser(s) is/are 117cm.

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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 191cm.
  • Some aisles are obstructed by product bins.
  • 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 not available in this store.
  • A seat can be made available if required.
  • Background music is only played at certain times.
• Signage View
  • Overhead aisle signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the store.
  • Dementia friendly signage is provided.

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Checkouts

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• Checkout Area View
  • The checkout(s) is/are located to the right as you enter and 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), basket only 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 and 13.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) is/are signed.
  • Colleagues are 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 and 13.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) was/were tested on 23/11/2021.
  • The hearing assistance system(s) was/were working at the time of testing.
• Basket Only Checkout(s) View
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the basket only checkout(s).
  • The basket only checkout(s) is not/are not placed in front of a plain background.
  • The height of the basket only checkout(s) is/are 91cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the basket only checkout(s).
  • The chip & pin card machines are accessible from the basket only checkout(s).
  • There is not a/are not hearing assistance system(s) at the basket only checkout(s).
  • The shelf that is available to place your basket on is 75cm high.
• Self-Service Checkout(s) View
  • The controls/screen heights for the self-service checkout(s) vary between 64cm and 129cm.
  • The chip & pin card machines are not accessible from the self-service checkout(s).
  • Colleagues can provide assistance with using the self-service checkout(s).
  • The shelf that is available to place your basket on is 54cm high and the bagging area is 50cm high. There is also a security barrier that is 121cm wide to exit this checkout area.

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Counter (Customer Service)

• The counter is located to the left as you enter.
• The counter is approximately 10m from the 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 90cm.
• There is 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 77cm.
• 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 trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 23/11/2021.
• The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.

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Parent and Baby Room

• There is a parent and baby room.
• The parent and baby room is located to the right as you enter, past the checkouts and in the front right corner of the store.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 40m from the 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 not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table is 80cm.
• 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.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter, past the checkouts and in the front right corner of the store.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the 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 may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 140cm x 214cm (4ft 7in x 7ft).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 100cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 67cm (2ft 2in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a sensor flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • There is not 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 good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • 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 good.
  • 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 98cm.
  • 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 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the right as you enter, past the checkouts and in the front right corner of the store.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 40m from the 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.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 87cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • These toilets were for staff only at the time of the survey due to Covid (23/11/2021).