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Tesco Wolverhampton Superstore

Marston Road, Wolverhampton, WV2 4NJ

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Overview

  • About View
  • Parking and Public Transport View
  • Getting In and Around View
    • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
    • The most accessible entrance is also the main entrance.
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • There are no doors along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include permanent physical obstructions and moveable physical obstructions.
  • Checkouts View
    • Staffed checkouts available include: standard trolley checkouts and payment counters.
    • Self-service checkouts available include touchscreens for: trolley or basket (combined) and scanner shops.
    • Assistance is available at the self-serve checkouts.
    • A customer service counter is available.
  • Getting Help and Assistance View
    • Seating is available.
    • Hearing assistance systems are available.
    • There are fixed hearing assistance systems.
    • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: an electric wheelchair.
    • There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located to the left of the store within the customer toilets area.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located within the standard male and female toilets .
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located to the left when entering the store.
  • Changing Places Facilities View
    • Changing Places facilities are located to the left when entering the store within the customer toilets area.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located to the left when entering the store within the customer toilets area.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in front of the store.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
    • This route also has bollards.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
    • The controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The nozzle holster is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Payment can be made with a credit/debit card (contactless).
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point available.
    • There is no dropped kerb from the drop-off point.

ATMs (External)

  • The ATMs are located to the left of the main entrance.
  • The ATMs are clearly signed.
  • The approach to the ATMs has bollards.
  • All of the ATMs are Talking ATMs.
  • Headphones for ATMs cannot be provided.
  • The ATM surveyed was a cash withdrawal machine.
  • The height of the ATM features vary between 91cm and 130cm.
  • There is not a lowered ATM available.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located in front of the building.
  • The approach to the entrance has bollards.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 168cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 155cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There are fixed barriers at the entrance.

Supermarket

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • Some aisles did have obstructions at the time of the survey, these included: product bins, product displays, pillars, advertising boards and advertising displays.
  • Product displays/containers that may be more difficult for some to reach or open include: low shelving, high shelving, self-closing (pull handle) display cabinets, sliding door display cabinets, sliding top cabinets and open top cabinets.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • There may be background noise.
  • There is wayfinding and product signage.
  • Some signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available for customers includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Counter (Customer Service)

  • The counter is located to the left when entering the store.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 101cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 113cm.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Counter (Tesco Mobile)

  • The counter is located to the left of the store.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the counter has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 101cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
  • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The card payment machine is at a height of 115cm.
  • The payment machine is portable.
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • 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, benches and high stools.
  • Some chairs are fixed.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: desks.
  • The tables are fixed.

Staffed Checkouts

  • The staffed checkout area is located on the left when entering the store.
  • The store has standard trolley checkouts.
  • There is step-free level access to the staffed checkout area.
  • Trolley Checkouts View
    • The trolley checkout surveyed was checkout 15.
    • Signage is not provided for the trolley checkouts.
    • Signage is not clearly visible.
    • The height of the loading area is 92cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 92cm.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 125cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Self-Service Checkouts

  • The self-service checkout area is located to the left of the main entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to the self-service checkout area.
  • The store has self-service touchscreens for basket and trolley combined shops.
  • Lowered self-service touchscreens are not available.
  • Standard Touchscreens View
    • The self-service checkout surveyed was a basket and trolley shop touchscreen.
    • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 113cm to 133cm from the floor.
    • The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: adjustable font size, a volume control and a Call for Assistance button.
    • The height of the scanner is 86cm.
    • The height of the loading area is 52cm.
    • The height of the packing area is 53cm.
    • The height of the cash payment controls range from 62cm to 83cm from the floor.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 101cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • Assistance is available at the self-serve checkouts.

Eating and Drinking (The Cafe)

  • Location and Access View
    • on the left when entering the store.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is open plan access .
    • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Order and Payment View
    • The payment counter was surveyed.
    • The counter is located on the left when entering the cafe.
    • There is step-free level access to the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 90cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 107cm to 160cm from the floor.
    • There is a screen shrink option for the touchscreen to make it more accessible.
    • When made accessible the height of the touchscreen display ranges from 107cm to 140cm from the floor.
    • The touchscreen also has the following accessibility aids: a Call for Assistance button.
  • Seating Area View
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 85cm.
    • The payment machine is at a fixed height.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some 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.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and benches.
    • Some chairs are fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
    • Some tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Service View
    • This area also has a touchscreen ordering service and staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
    • Full table service is available.
    • Menus are available on a touchscreen .
    • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
    • The following are available: drinking straws, takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the left when entering.
    • The distance from the main entrance is 8m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial, written text and 'Not All Disabilities Are Visible' signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 140cm (width) x 232cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a wall sensor flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 99cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 96cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 99cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
    • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 172cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Changing Places

  • Location and Access View
    • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located to the left of the store when entering.
    • 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 20m.
    • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • A RADAR key is required for access to this facility.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 92cm.
    • The door has a locking handle (with a RADAR key to access).
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
    • The dimensions of the facility are 280cm (width) x 384cm (depth) .
    • 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 lateral transfer space on the left is 104cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • The lateral transfer space on the right is 138cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
    • There is a wall sensor flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The vertical grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There are dropdown grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The dropdown grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 99cm from the floor.
  • Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
    • The changing bench is free standing and height adjustable.
    • The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
  • Other Facilities View
    • There is a height adjustable wash basin.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 99cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
    • The wide paper roll dispenser is 110cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 97cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • A privacy screen is available.
    • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room

  • The room is located to the left of the store when entering.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 18m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 88cm.
  • There is also a toilet, a wash basin, a hand dryer and a mirror in the room.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • The room has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs with armrests.
  • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Petrol Station

  • Parking View
    • The petrol station does not have dedicated parking separate to the pumps.
  • Forecourt View
    • Staff can provide assistance at the pumps.
    • Customers can alert staff that they require assistance by doing the following: sounding the horn.
    • Fuel pump nozzle holsters are at a height of 141cm.
    • It is possible to pay at the pump.
    • Pay at the pump controls are at a height of 135cm.
    • Other facilities available on the forecourt include: paper towel dispensers, disposable glove dispensers, a tyre pressure machine, a water pump, a vacuum machine and a car wash.
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Entrance View
    • There is step-free access via slope into the shop.
    • The slope has a slight gradient.
    • There is a single automatic door.
    • The door opens by sliding.
    • The width of the opening is 98cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening .
    • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • Shop View
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • The majority of main aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
    • Some aisles did have obstructions at the time of the survey, these included: product bins.
    • Product displays/containers that may be more difficult for some to reach or open include: low shelving and high shelving.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Payment Counters and Checkouts View
    • The payment counter is located to the left when entering.
    • Signage is not provided for the counter.
    • The height of the counter is 100cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the counter.
    • The counter has screens and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • The card payment machine is at a height of 113cm.
    • The payment machine is portable.
    • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.