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TK Maxx - Cardiff

10 The Hayes, Cardiff, CF10 1TD

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Overview

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the store.
  • 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 at this entrance.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 118cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.

Shop Floor (Ground Floor)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available on this floor includes: benches.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Checkouts (Ground Floor)

  • The checkout area is located on the ground floor, at the rear and left of the store.
  • There is step-free level access to the checkout area.
  • The venue has a payment counter.
  • The queue width for the main checkouts is between 120cm and 150cm and the width at each turn is at least 150cm.
  • The height of the payment counter is 101cm.
  • The chip and pin card machines are moveable.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the left of the store.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • Floors B, G, 1 and 2 are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 99cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 145cm (width) x 130cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and a list of floor services/facilities.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located centrally at the rear of the store.
  • Floors G and B can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 19 steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm .
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Escalators

  • The escalators surveyed are located centrally at the rear of the store.
  • Floors G, 1 and 2 are accessed by escalators.
  • The escalator steps are unmarked.
  • The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalators are not clearly marked.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Shop Floor (Basement - Home)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • There is background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Shop Floor (1st Floor - Womenswear)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • Some of the columns in the venue have a reflective finish.
  • There is background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • Some signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available on this floor includes: benches.
  • Customers can obtain click and collect items from the checkouts on the first floor.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Shop Floor (1st Floor - Childrenswear)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The visual contrast between the shelving and floor varies between low and high.
  • Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
  • There is background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • Some signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Checkouts (1st Floor)

  • The checkout area is located to the left of the lifts.
  • There is step-free level access to the checkout area.
  • The venue has a payment counter.
  • The queue width for the main checkouts is at least 150cm and the width at each turn is at least 150cm.
  • The height of the payment counter is 100cm.
  • The chip and pin card machines are moveable.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (1st Floor - Womenswear)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on the first floor, to the right from the escalators.
    • The fitting room surveyed is female only.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage for the fitting room.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 93cm.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a lever twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 150cm (width) x 304cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There are grab rails and a dropdown rail available.
    • The grab rails have a medium visual contrast.
    • The dropdown rail has a medium visual contrast.
    • There is a seated bench available.
    • The seat/chair is 46cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 102cm and 153cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Standard Fitting Room (1st Floor - Womenswear)

  • The fitting room surveyed is located on the first floor, to the right from the escalators.
  • The fitting room surveyed is female only.
  • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the opening is 68cm.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The following is available in the fitting room: a mirror, a coat hook and a bench seat.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Shop Floor (2nd Floor - Menswear)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 120cm - 150cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • Some of the columns in the venue have a reflective finish.
  • There is background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • Some signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available on this floor includes: benches.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Fitting Room with Adaptations (2nd Floor - Menswear)

  • Access View
    • The fitting room surveyed is located on the 2nd floor, ahead from the lifts.
    • The fitting room surveyed is male only.
    • The distance from the lift is 21m.
    • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
    • There is no signage for the fitting room.
    • The door opens outwards and has a medium visual contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 93cm.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a lever twist lock.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the fitting room are 198cm (width) x 230cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There are grab rails and a dropdown rail available.
    • The grab rails have a medium visual contrast.
    • The dropdown rail has a medium visual contrast.
    • There is a seated bench available.
    • The seat/chair is 46cm from the floor.
    • There is no assistance bell.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 108cm and 156cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Standard Fitting Room (2nd Floor - Menswear)

  • The fitting room surveyed is located on the 2nd floor, ahead from the lifts.
  • The fitting room surveyed is male only.
  • The distance from the lift is 21m.
  • The most accessible route to the fitting room has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the fitting room.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the opening is 69cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • The following is available in the fitting room: a mirror, a coat hook and a bench seat.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Lift (2nd Floor - Platform)

  • The lift surveyed is located on the second floor, adjacent to the escalators.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • Floor 2 and the Floor 2 Mezzanine are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 80cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 80cm (width) x 144cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs (2nd Floor - Menswear)

  • The stairs surveyed are located to the right of the store.
  • The Menswear retail areas on the mezzanine level can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 6 steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm .
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Shop Floor (2nd Floor Mezzanine - Menswear)

  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • The majority of main aisle widths are over 180cm.
  • The majority of product aisle widths are between 150cm - 180cm.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the shelving and floor in the majority of walkways.
  • There is background noise.
  • Signage is provided.
  • Some signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available on this floor includes: benches.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.