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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; the ISE Swimming Pool and Sauna www.dundee.ac.uk/ise/facilities/pool/.
  • The swimming pool is located at the front of the DUSA The Union building, but is operated by the Institute of Sport & Exercise (ISE) on Old Hawkhill.
  • Institute of Sport & Exercise link (new tab) - click here.
  • DUSA The Union link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the left as you exit the platform lift, before the changing areas.
  • Accessible toilet facilities with an accessible shower are located in the changing areas.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located in the female changing area.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located in the male changing area.
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the changing areas.
  • Accessible changing facilities are located in the changing areas.
  • Standard changing facilities are located in the changing areas.
  • Accessible shower facilities are located in the changing areas.
  • Standard shower facilities are located in the changing areas.

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Getting Here (City Campus)

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• By Road View
  • The postcode for the Tower Building, the main administration building and campus entrance at the City Campus, is DD1 4HN. The campus is located between Perth Road and Hawkhill, to the west of Dundee city centre. Dundee can be accessed via the A90 from the North and West or the A92 from the east and south.
  • Car parking on the city campus is for staff permit holders only Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:30. Staff, students, or visitors with a local authority issued Blue Badge may park for free, without a permit, in designated accessible parking bays only. Official visitors should contact the department they are visiting to arrange a temporary permit. Non permit holders may park out with the standard parking times by paying an appropriate fee via the RingGo app. Fees for non-permit holders are applicable Monday to Friday from 17:30 to 00:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 08:00 to 00:00.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • The nearest bus stops on the south side of the campus are located on Perth Road. Bus routes 5, 5A, 16, 16B, 17, 36C, 39, 73, 73A and 204 all serve these stops. The nearest bus stops on the north side of the campus are located on Hawkhill. Bus routes 6, 22, 51 and 922 serve these stops.
  • For more information on Stagecoach bus services please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Dundee.
  • Dundee station is located to south west of the city centre, approximately 0.6 miles from the campus. Dundee station is served by Scotrail, LNER and Caledonian Sleeper services, with connections to other major Scottish and UK cities. It is a Category A station and has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office. The booking office and ticket machines are accessible and there is a ramp available for boarding trains.
  • For more information on Dundee Railway Station facilities please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on local and national train services to Dundee please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on travelling to the university of Dundee.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• The Student Services Enquiry Centre is located in the City Campus on Campus Green next to DUSA The Union, and is open daily during the week.
• To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01382 381 900.
• Email: [email protected].
• Disability Services is part of the Support Hub and is located in the Old Technical Institute (OTI) at the city Campus.
• To see more information on Disability Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01382 385 402.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Sanctuary Management Office for accommodation is located on Old Hawkhill next to the Heathfield Residences at the City Campus.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• The University Health Service is part of the Support Hub and is located on level 1 in the Old Technical Institute (OTI) at the City Campus.
• To see more information on Health Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01382 384 168.
• Email: [email protected].

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by staff.
  • The car park is located on Airlie Place (DUSA staff only).
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
  • The route from the car park to the building is not accessible to a wheelchair user.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Heathfield Car Park.
  • The car park is located off Old Hawkhill.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 250cm x 480cm (8ft 2in x 15ft 9in).
  • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Balfour Street.
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Hawkhill on the north edge of the campus.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Centre for Entrepreneurship, Dalhousie Building, Heathfield Residences.
  • The car park type is multi storey.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 200cm (6ft 7in).
  • The car park surface is concrete.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 295cm x 480cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays do not have a marked zone around them.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for all except permit and Blue Badge holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment can be made by phone.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the Pedestrian Entrance.
  • There is a hatched walkway to the rear of 4 Blue Badge Bays, and between the other 4 Blue Badge bays. The walkway is 110cm wide. There are electric car charging bays to the rear of the car park on level 2.
• Comments View
  • Parking in University car parks and on the City Campus is limited to permit holders only between 08:00 and 17:30 Monday to Friday, with the exception of Blue Badge holders. Standard permit holders may park without payment at any time in a standard parking bay.
    
  • Blue Badge holders may park for free, without a permit, in designated accessible parking bays only.
    
  • Blue Badge holders may not park out with designated accessible spaces, or on single or double yellow lines. Parking in a standard parking bay requires a permit, even with a Blue Badge.
    
  • Non permit holders may park between 17:31 to 00:00 (or until time of car park closure) Monday to Friday, or 08:00 to 00:00 Saturday and Sunday (if open), upon payment of the appropriate fee on-line or by phone through RingGo. Details may be found on the university website.
    
  • Other permit and payment options are available as detailed on the website.
    
  • Parking is free between 00:00 and 08:00 Monday to Sunday for everyone. Please note however some car parks have limited opening hours, and gates will be closed out with those times.
    
  • Full details may be found on the university web page Car Parking www.dundee.ac.uk/guides/car-parking .

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Approach (Main Entrance from Campus Green)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles and block paving.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient and has no handrails.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Approach (Main Entrance from the Chaplaincy)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles and block paving.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • This approach is from Park Wynd and the rear of the Chaplaincy to the main entrance.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has no handrails.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Outside Access (Swimming Pool Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the DUSA The Union entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the swimming pool reception.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'pool@ise'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 93cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 94cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Pool Entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 105cm.
  • 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 74cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet and vinyl.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.

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Inside Access

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • The type of flooring is carpet, vinyl and tiles.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music/sound.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Step(s)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located to the right past the reception.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the changing areas and accessible toilet.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
  • There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).

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Lift (Changing Areas)

• The lift is located to the right past the reception.
• The lift was out of use at the time of the survey.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the Pool Entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 250kg 2 persons.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 76cm x 122cm (2ft 6in x 4ft).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The internal controls are 77cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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Changing Area (Female)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located to the right as you enter, straight ahead from the lift.
  • The changing area is approximately 2m from the platform lift.
  • The changing area is approximately 15m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 5m from the swimming pool.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area, via lift.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; an accessible changing room/cubicle, standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers, an accessible toilet, standard toilets and baby change facilities.
  • This is a female changing area.
  • Similar male changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is vinyl.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are lockers within the changing area.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the shower facilities.
  • There is a shallow ramp down to the toilets and showers.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are lever.
  • There is no seat for the shower(s).
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the toilet(s).
  • There is a shallow ramp down to the toilets and showers.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • The lighting levels in the toilet(s) are good.
  • There is an accessible cubicle within the toilet area.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are available.
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the changing area.
  • 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 once extended is 91cm.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Female Changing Area)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located in the female changing area.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the accessible changing area, toilets and pool.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 2 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located in the male changing area.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the accessible changing area, toilets and pool.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Accessible Changing Room (Female)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible changing room is located within the female changing area.
  • This accessible changing room is approximately 20m from the platform lift.
  • The accessible changing room is approximately 10m from the swimming pool.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the accessible changing room.
  • There is no signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
  • The width of the accessible changing room opening is 158cm.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 226cm x 340cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room include; a wash basin, a wheel in shower, a dropdown rail, handrails and a toilet.
  • This is a female changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is tiles.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the accessible changing room.
  • There is seating available within the changing room.
  • The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating and a flip down/tip up seat.
  • There are lockers within the changing room.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 119cm and 184cm from the floor.
  • The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The accessible toilet does not 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 the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
• 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 colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • 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 not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 poor.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • 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 112cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • There is not an emergency alarm for the shower.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • There is a drop down rail for a shower seat. The shower seat was being replaced at the time of survey.

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Changing Area (Male)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located to the right rear as you enter.
  • The changing area is approximately 5m from the platform lift.
  • The changing area is approximately 20m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 5m from the swimming pool.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area, via lift.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, an accessible shower, standard showers, an accessible toilet, standard toilets and baby change facilities.
  • This is a male changing area.
  • Similar female changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is vinyl.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are lockers within the changing area.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are lever.
  • There is no seat for the shower(s).
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the toilet(s).
  • The toilet cubicle is a shared accessible cubicle.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are available.
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the changing area.
  • 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 once extended is 90cm.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Male Changing Area)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located in the male changing area.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the accessible changing area, toilets and pool.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 92cm (3ft).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

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Accessible Changing Room (Male)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible changing room is located within the male changing area.
  • This accessible changing room is approximately 15m from the platform lift.
  • The accessible changing room is approximately 10m from the swimming pool.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the accessible changing room.
  • There is no signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
  • The width of the accessible changing room opening is 191cm.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 193cm x 319cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room include; a toilet, handrails, a wheel in shower, a dropdown rail and a wash basin.
  • This is a male changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is tiles.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the accessible changing room.
  • There is seating available within the changing room.
  • The seating within the changing room includes: a flip down/tip up seat.
  • There are lockers within the changing room.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 115cm and 180cm from the floor.
  • The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The accessible toilet does not 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 the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • 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 poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
• 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 colostomy bag shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 poor.
  • 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 115cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is poor.
  • There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • There is not an emergency alarm for the shower.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • There is a drop down rail for a shower seat. The shower seat was being replaced at the time of survey.

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Swimming Pool

• There is step-free access to the swimming pool area.
• There is step-free access throughout the outer areas of the swimming pool.
• The flooring in this area consists of tiles.
• This area has a non-slip floor.
• Background music is played in this area.
• There is a lifeguard for the swimming pool.
• There is not ramped access into the swimming pool.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is manual.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is not an emergency alarm at poolside.
• There is a sauna with stepped access to the rear right of the pool.

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Step(s) (Sauna)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located to the rear right of the pool in front of the sauna.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the sauna area.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 11cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Right Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear outside the changing areas, to the left as you exit the platform lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the platform lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a gender neutral 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 light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 250cm (5ft 6in x 8ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does not 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 the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever 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 both sides.
  • 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 poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • 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 and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 121cm from the floor.
• 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 and a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • 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 not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 poor.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • 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 123cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer requires hands to be inserted into the top.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
• Comments View
  • There is a 45cm high bench seat within the cubicle.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• The nearest standard toilet(s) is/are located in the Changing Areas.