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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include squash courts, sports hall, fitness suite, café, astro turf indoor pitch, well-being centre, sports studio, seminar room training room, and sky studio.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include athletics track, hockey pitch and football pitch with stadium.
• Related link Information Leaflet.
• Http://www.aberdeensportsvillage.com/interactive/facility-guide/html5/
• Related link Aquatics Centre.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/access-guide/university-of-aberdeen/aquatics-centre

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Opening Times

• Monday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Tuesday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Wednesday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Thursday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Friday 06:30 - 22:30.
• Saturday 07:30 - 19:30.
• Sunday 07:30 - 21:30.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the campus.
• This venue is situated in Aberdeen.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Aberdeen.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is free for all users.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
• There is/are 10 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 340cm x 490cm (11ft 2in x 16ft 1in).

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Designated parking bays are not clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 43m (47yd 1in) from the main entrance.
  • 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 uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 147cm (4ft 10in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 137cm (4ft 6in).
• Comments View
  • There are security gates (92cm wide) beyond the reception, accessing all services except the cafe (photograph 3).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right as you face the entrance.
• There is/are 1-8 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are in the centre.

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• Comments View
  • There is an easy slope beyond the entrance.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• The hearing loop is located in the sports hall.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are good.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.

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• Comments View
  • There is space for wheelchair users on the viewing platforms (photograph 2) of the sports hall, past reception and on the right.
    Photo 8 shows the new training room.

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Level Change (Squash Courts)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located in front of the court entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 70cm (2ft 4in).

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• Comments View
  • The squash courts are not accessible for wheelchair users as the doors are only 70cm wide.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 0, 1 and 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the right of the venue, beyond the sports hall.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0 and 2.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 49m (53yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 109cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 158cm x 177cm (5ft 2in x 5ft 10in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the cafe.
• Full table service is available.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 50cm (1ft 8in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 99cm (3ft 3in).
• The standard height for tables is 72cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is sandwiches, cakes and snacks.

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Sports Ground

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• Non-Segregated Seating View
  • Home and Away wheelchair users do not have separate seating areas.
  • Wheelchair users have a designated accessible seating area.
  • There is level access to the designated seating area.
  • Wheelchair seating is located at the top of the stadium.
  • The view from this area is good.
  • A companion can sit beside / near you.
  • Accessible toilets are available.
  • The closest accessible toilet to the seating area is 12m (13yd 4in).
  • The accessible toilet is located inside, on level 1.
  • There is not an audio description service.
  • The bottom row of seating does not require step access.
• Comments View
  • Level access is available, by following a walkway on the outside of the venue, leading to the designated seating area.

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Accessible Shower (Level 0)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the standard changing rooms on level 0.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails, a shower chair and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 47cm (1ft 7in).
• Other facilities available include; a dropdown rail.

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• Comments View
  • There is an easy ramp going from the changing rooms to the showers.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located off the cafe on level 1 (ground).
  • The facility is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 300cm x 330cm (9ft 10in x 10ft 10in).
  • The facility changing bench height is fixed.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 185cm (6ft 1in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers the changing bench and the toilet.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 165cm (5ft 5in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
• Accessible Shower View
  • Accessible shower facilities are not available.

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Level Change (Stadium Seating Upper Level)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located from level 1, going down to the stadium.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • This ramp can be overcome by accessing the seating from a level walkway going round the outside of the building (photograph 2).

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Level Change (Outdoor Pitch Area)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located from level 0, accessing the track and pitch.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on level 2.
  • The fitness suite is 45m (49yd 8in) from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
• IFI Accredited Fitness Suite View
  • No staff have received IFI Mark standard Disability Equality Training.
  • IFI accredited equipment is available.
  • For example: treadmill, upright cycle, recumbent cycle, upper body ergometer and upper body multi-station.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
  • Training provided is basic utilisation instructions.
• Comments View
  • There is a moderate slope level change onto the rear weight training area.

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Accessible Shower (Level 1)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the accessible toilet on level 1.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails, a shower chair and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 55cm (1ft 10in).
• Other facilities available include; a dropdown rail.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • An additional identical accessible shower is located in the accessible toilets on level 2.

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Training Room

• This room is 40m from the main entrance and its purpose is as a training room.
  The room measures 5.6m by 9.0m with level access from the main entrance.
  
• The doors to the room are double (with one side locked) the single door width is 70cm, and the double width is 135cm.
  
• The room has a number of circular tables, with an under table measurement of 71cm, and a few oblong tables.
  The majority chairs in the room have arms.
  
• The room had two large wall mounted TVs and a large flip chart holder.
• The room has it own kitchen and an alcove with a store room, a Standard Toilet and an Accessible Toilet.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Training Room - Transfer Space - Both Sides)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter the training room.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) 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 signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • 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 good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 230cm x 316cm (7ft 7in x 10ft 4in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 100cm.
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 86cm.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • 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 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 fair.
  • 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 not available in the toilet.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is not a mirror.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • 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 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot 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 fair.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 105cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is fair.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Training Room)

• 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 the room and the toilet is in the alcove.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 45m 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.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 74cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Standard Changing Room

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on level 1.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 63m (68yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 59m (64yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the squash court.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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• Comments View
  • Standard changing rooms are located throughout the venue on levels 0, 1 and 2.

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Standard Shower

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the standard changing rooms.
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • Standard showers are located in all standard changing rooms.
  • Some are accessed by an easy ramp or a shallow step.

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Standard Changing Room (Outdoor Changing Room)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on level 0, near the stadium.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lift.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 56m (61yd 9in) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the outdoor area.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 52m (56yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on level 1, beyond the sports hall viewing platform.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 220cm x 267cm (7ft 3in x 8ft 9in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 196cm (6ft 5in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • Additional accessible toilets are located on levels 0 and 2.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Fitness Room)

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

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Accessible Toilet (Outdoor Toilet)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is tactile and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located outside, under the stadium seating on level 0.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 200cm (5ft 3in x 6ft 7in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the side, accessed through the cafe.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located in the changing room toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
• Comments View
  • There is an ambulant cubicle in the level 1 changing rooms toilets.
  • Additional standard toilets are located in all changing rooms, on every level.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.

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• Comments View
  • There is a Training Room available to the left beyond Reception.