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Hairdressing Salon

Lyme Building, Stockport College, Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3UQ

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  • The Hairdressing Salon is located on the second floor of the Lyme Building, off the main corridor.
  • View information on Lyme Building (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and a lift.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the Hairdressing Salon.
  • There is a single manual door which is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a medium visual contrast.

Reception (Hairdressing Salon)

  • The reception is located to the right as you enter.
  • The distance from the entrance is 1m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 106cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • 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 without armrests.

Area (Commercial Salon)

  • This Salon is located on the second floor of the Lyme Building, off the main corridor.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 88cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: 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 is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.