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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; a sports hall, gym, squash courts, climbing wall, studios, a seminar room and changing rooms.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located in the male and female changing rooms on both sides of the building.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located in the female changing rooms on both sides of the building.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located in the male changing rooms on both sides of the building.
  • Shared standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor on the sports hall side of the building.

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Opening Times

• Monday 06:30 - 23:00.
• Tuesday 06:30 - 23:00.
• Wednesday 06:30 - 23:00.
• Thursday 06:30 - 23:00.
• Friday 06:30 - 23:00.
• Saturday 08:00 - 22:00.
• Sunday 08:00 - 22:00.

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Getting Here (South Campus)

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• By Road View
  • The University of Essex Colchester Campus is located on the east side of Colchester just off the A133.
    To access the South Campus area, take the B1028 (Colchester Road) off the A133 (Clingoe Hill) towards Wivenhoe.
    The Wivenhoe Entrance onto the campus Boundary Road is approximately 600m along this road.
  • There are multiple car parks on the Colchester campus including Car Parks A and B, the multi-storey car park and the Valley Car Park.
  • For more information on getting to the Colchester Campus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • There are multiple bus stops along Boundary Road around the edge of the Colchester campus.
    These are served by routes 61, 62, 62A, 62B, 74, 74A, 74B, 75, 75A, 76, 76A, 78, 87, 97A, 98, X15 and National Express Coaches.
  • For more information on bus timetabling around Colchester please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Hythe.
  • Hythe station is approximately 1.2km from the Colchester campus and is served by Greater Anglia Trains.
    Colchester Station, in the town centre, is served by more frequent trains from London Liverpool Street.
    From here you can catch a connecting train to Hythe, or take bus numbers 61 or 62 from the station to the campus.
  • For more information on trains to Colchester and Hythe please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Colchester Station please click here (opens new tab).

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Useful Information

• The Student Services Hub is the place for advice, support and the information students need.
• To see more information on Student Services Hub please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01206 874 000.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Undergraduate Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01206 873 666.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Postgraduate Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01206 872 719.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01206 874 000.
• 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 permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located to the rear of the Sports Centre, to the side of Car Park B.
  • 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 accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does not have tactile paving.
  • 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 Car Park B.
  • The car park is located to the rear of the Sports Centre.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The area to the left of the main entrance as you face it can be used as a drop-off point if requested in advance (shown in photograph 6).

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Site/Campus Car Park (Car Park B)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the Sports Centre, off Boundary Road accessed from the Wivenhoe Entrance.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Sports Centre, Sports Arena, South Courts and Towers Halls of Residences.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are signposted and have markings which are faded.
  • There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 477cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 127cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by anybody.
  • Parking charges apply for non permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment can be made by phone.
• 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 77m (84yd 7in) from the Sports Centre main entrance.
• Comments View
  • There are no payment machines for this car park.
  • Users pay either by app, text or the ParkSmart website.
  • Charges apply 09:30 - 16:30, Monday - Friday (not bank holidays).
  • There is a taxi drop-off and pick-up point to the side of this car park (shown in photograph 6).

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the front left corner of the building, next to the Sports Arena.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of the centre.
  • This entrance is signed with 'WELCOME TO ESSEX SPORT'.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 145cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 142cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • The second set of doors mentioned here are to the right as you enter.
    There are also double manual doors that open away from you, 142cm wide, straight ahead from the first set of doors, plus others to the right as you enter.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are 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 22cm.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located straight ahead as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main 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 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 moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 100cm.
  • 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 76cm.
  • 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.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • 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.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There are sofas only in the waiting area.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
• Security Barriers View
  • There are security barriers at the reception.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 49cm.
  • The width of the wider security barriers is 94cm.
  • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
  • The height of the key card reader is 81cm.
• Comments View
  • The wider gates are opened by reception.
  • There are 2 set of security barriers here.
  • To the right as you face the reception desk they lead to the gym, studios and changing rooms.
  • To the left they lead to the sports hall, squash courts, climbing wall, changing rooms and the seminar room.
  • There is a sign indicating the presence of a hearing loop system, but staff were unaware of any such system being on the premises.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
  • There is sloped/ramped access to There is a short steep ramp leading into the sports hall (shown in photograph 1).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet, tiles, laminate and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• 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 in communal areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
• Comments View
  • Photograph 8 shows Activity Studio 1, located on the first floor on the gym side of the building.
  • Photograph 9 shows Activity Studio 2, located on the first floor on the gym side of the building.
  • Photograph 10 shows Cycle Studio 1, located on the first floor on the gym side of the building.
  • Photograph 11 shows the seminar room, located on the ground floor on the sports hall side of the building, close to the female changing rooms.

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Gym (Essex Sports Gym)

• There is step-free access to the gym.
• There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the gym.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you.
• The width of the door opening is 126cm.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• The door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The gym is staffed when open.
• There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
• Staff do not receive training in assisting disabled people.
• There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
• There is level access to all of the equipment.
• Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights and cable resistance machines.
• The flooring in the gym consists of a plastic covering.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • There are small, sloped lips leading up to all of the equipment in the gym.

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Reception (Essex Sports Gym)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located just inside the entrance to the gym.
  • The reception point is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the gym entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is not 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 110cm.
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet and laminate.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The seats do not have armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • There is a table in the waiting area with a surface height of 73cm.
• Security Barriers View
  • There are security barriers at the reception.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 53cm.
  • The width of the wider security barriers is 90cm.
  • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
  • The height of the key card reader is 81cm.
• Comments View
  • The wider gate can be opened by the reception.

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Other Floors (Gym Side)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located at the far end of the corridor to the right as you face reception, by the gym.
  • The stairs are approximately 42m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G, 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 19cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail 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.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Lift (Gym Side)

• The lift is located at the far end of the corridor, to the right of reception as you face it.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 38m (41yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• 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 clear door width is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.

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• Comments View
  • The lift gives step-free access to the male and female changing rooms, Activity Studios 1 and 2, the cycle studio and sports offices.

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Changing Area (Gym Side)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located on the first floor of the gym side of the building.
  • The changing area is approximately 16m from the gym side lift.
  • The changing area is approximately 11m from the Activity Studio 1.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, an accessible shower, standard showers, an accessible toilet and standard toilets.
  • 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 76cm.
  • 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 a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
  • 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 step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • 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.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.
• Comments View
  • The female changing rooms are also located on the first floor, opposite the lift and just outside Activity Studio 1 (shown in photographs 7 - 11).
  • There are also lockers available on the ground floor, outside the gym (shown in photograph 12).

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Accessible Shower (Gym Side)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible shower is located within the shower area of the male changing room.
  • This accessible shower is approximately 24m from the gym side lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible shower.
  • There is no signage on or near the shower door.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
• Comments View
  • There is an identical shower in the female changing room (shown in photographs 3 and 4).

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Gym Side Male - Left Hand Transfer)

• 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 within the male changing room toilet area.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the gym side lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a male toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is no signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 93cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 158cm x 160cm (5ft 2in x 5ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • 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 flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • 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 a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 167cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is not a mirror.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • 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 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • 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 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 high.
  • 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 96cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 92cm (3ft).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Gym Side Female - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located within the female changing room toilet area.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the gym side lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a female toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is no signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 69cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 156cm x 180cm (5ft 1in x 5ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 88cm (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 high.
  • 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • 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 disposal units.
  • 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 cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • 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 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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 99cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Other Floors (Sports Hall Side)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located just past reception and the barriers leading to the sports hall side.
  • The stairs are approximately 13m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There are similar stairs at the far end of the sports hall foyer area, opposite the male changing room (shown in photographs 6 and 7).

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Lift (Sports Hall Side)

• The lift is located just past the reception desk, to the left as you enter.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
• The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do not 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 82cm x 119cm (2ft 8in x 3ft 11in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within 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.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.

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• Comments View
  • There is a slight slope in front of this lift on the ground floor (shown in photographs 1 and 2).
  • This lift gives step-free access to the sports hall viewing gallery and sports staff offices.

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Changing Area (Sports Hall Side - Female)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located at the very far end of the corridor leading off the sports hall foyer, past the seminar room.
  • The changing area is approximately 40m from the main entrance.
  • The changing area is approximately 35m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 25m from the sports hall.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers, an accessible toilet and standard toilets.
  • 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 78cm.
  • 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 a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are available.
  • There is an unmarked step, 7cm high, leading down to the showers.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are sensor.
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
  • One of the showers in the female changing room has twist/ turn controls (shown in photograph 7).
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • 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.

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Changing Area (Sports Hall Side - Male)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located straight ahead as you enter through the barriers to the left of the reception desk.
  • The changing area is approximately 24m from the main entrance.
  • The changing area is approximately 19m from reception.
  • The changing area is approximately 5m from the Sports Hall.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles, standard showers, an accessible toilet and standard toilets.
  • 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 80cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is tiles.
  • There is 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 step-free access to the shower facilities.
  • The shower head height(s) is/are fixed.
  • The shower control type(s) is/are push.
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower(s).
  • There is one height-adjustable shower head which also has twist/turn shower controls.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are available.
  • There is step-free access to the toilet(s).
  • 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 moderate to good.
  • There is an accessible toilet here (please see separate section).
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.
• Comments View
  • There are rubber mats covering part of the floor.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold to enter the shower area, 2cm or below.
  • There are opening widths of 75cm with no doors to access some of the standard changing area and the lockers.
  • There is an opening width of 81cm to access the shower area.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Sports Hall Side Female - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the toilet area of the female changing room.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a female 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 low.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 98cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 200cm (4ft 10in x 6ft 7in).
  • 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 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • 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 medium.
  • 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 low.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is medium.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • 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 disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • 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 92cm (3ft).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
  • 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
  • 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 91cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • 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 medium.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Sports Hall Side Male - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the toilet area in the male changing room.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 26m (28yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a male 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 low.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 79cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 144cm x 147cm (4ft 9in x 4ft 10in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 66cm (2ft 2in).
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • 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 not available in the toilet.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • 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 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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 99cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located on the first floor on the sports hall side, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the sports hall side lift.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • 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 86cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are low to moderate.