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Tom Husband Leisure Centre - NEW

The University of Salford, Salford, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M5 4WT

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Summary

  • Building View
    • Services / Facilities within the building include; swimming pool, sports hall, fitness suites (resistance, CV, functional training, upper and lower body strength), sauna, jacuzzi, squash courts and a quiet space.
  • Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
    • Accessible toilet facilities with an accessible shower are located in the accessible changing room dry side, and the accessible toilet on the wet side.
    • Female standard toilet facilities are located in the dry side changing room and wet side changing room.
    • Male standard toilet facilities are located in the dry side changing room and wet side changing room.
    • Baby changing facilities are located in the wet side changing room.
    • Accessible changing facilities are located to the right from the main entrance on the dry side.
    • Standard changing facilities are located the dry side changing rooms are to the right from the main entrance ground floor.
      The wet side changing rooms are located ahead from the main entrance on the ground floor.
    • Accessible shower facilities are located in the dry side accessible changing room and the wet side accessible toilet.
    • Standard shower facilities are located in the dry side and wet side changing rooms.

Opening Times (Swimming Pool)

  • Monday 07:00 - 20:00.
  • Tuesday 07:00 - 20:00.
  • Wednesday 07:00 - 21:00.
  • Thursday 07:00 - 20:00.
  • Friday 07:00 - 20:00.
  • Saturday 12:30 - 16:30.
  • Sunday 12:30 - 14:30.
  • Comments View
    • The pool may be closed at times for school use and cleaning.

Opening Times (Gyms and Sports Hall)

  • Monday 07:00 - 22:00.
  • Tuesday 07:00 - 22:00.
  • Wednesday 07:00 - 22:00.
  • Thursday 07:00 - 22:00.
  • Friday 07:00 - 22:00.
  • Saturday 09:00 - 17:00.
  • Sunday 09:00 - 15:00.

Getting Here

  • By Road View
    • The Campus is located just off the Crescent (A6) From the M62/M602: At Junction 12, carry straight on following signs for M602. Follow M602 to Junction 3 signposted Salford/Trafford Park. Keep in the inside lane and turn left on to A5063 (Albion Way). Follow signposts for Salford/Pendleton. At the second lights, turn left on to the A6 for Frederick Road, or right for Peel Park
    • The closest campus carpark is Irwell Place car park. There are Blue Badge spaces on campus closer to the building, for information on parking on campus with as a Blue Badge holder check the university parking policy.
  • By Bus View
    • The closest bus stops are Salford Crescent Station (Stop A and B); These bus stops are serviced by routes 8, 26, 34, 35 , 36, 37, 38, 50, 67, 100, Expresso X39, Vantage V1, Vantage V2 and X34.
  • By Train View
    • The closest train station is Salford Crescent Station. This station is serviced by Northern trains.
  • By Tram View
    • The closest tram stop is Anchorage approximately 2.1km away and is serviced by Lines 3 and 7.
  • Useful Links View

Useful Information

Building Parking (David Lewis Car Park)

  • The building does have its own dedicated parking.
  • Building Car Park View
    • The car park can be used by anybody.
    • Parking charges apply for all users.
    • The car park is located off Wallness Lane, on the road to the university/sports centre.
    • 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 uneven surfaces.
    • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
    • The car park surface is loose chippings.
  • 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 Delaney Building Car Park.
    • The car park is located to the right of the Sports Centre.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • Comments View
    • The car park is more than 200m from the leisure centre.
    • Parking is free for leisure centre users for 3 hours if they register their vehicle on the touch screen located on the reception desk.

Site/Campus Car Park (Delaney Building Car Park)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located off University Road under the Delaney and next to the Tom Husband Leisure Centre.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Student House, Sports Hall and Delaney Accommodation.
    • The car park type is underground.
    • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
    • The maximum height is 210cm (6ft 11in).
    • 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 7 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 455cm.
    • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The marked zone is 135cm wide.
    • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park can be used by visitors, Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
    • Parking charges apply for all users.
    • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
    • Signs are clearly presented.
    • Payment machines are located next to the pedestrian entrance.
    • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
    • There is not a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
    • Payment cannot 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 not clearly signposted from this car park.
    • There is a campus map available within the car park.
    • The nearest designated bay is 145m (158yd 1ft) from the Sports Centre Main Entrance.
    • There is a pedestrian exit/entry door to the left of the vehicular access.
      The door is a double heavy door with one leaf locked.
      The door opening width is 84 centimetres.
      There is permanent slight steep access ramp leading down form car park level to the pedestrian door.
      There is a rounded handrail on the left going up.
      The ramp bypasses 4 steps, which are 14 centimetres high and 30 centimetres deep, with a rounded handrail either side.
      The handrail is between 90 and 100 centimetres from the pitch of the stairs.

Approach (Main Entrance)

  • Approach View
    • The surface of the approach is tarmac.
    • There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
    • The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 393cm.
    • The bollard(s) has/have a high colour contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
  • 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.

Outside Access

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
    • This entrance gives access to the reception area.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Sports Centre'.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
    • There are bollards at this entrance.
    • The minimum width between the bollards is 180cm.
    • The bollards do not contrast visually with the paving.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located after the outer door.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

Reception

  • Reception View
    • The reception point is located ahead from the main entrance.
    • The reception point is approximately 6m (6yd 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 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 moderate to good.
    • The height of the reception counter is 110cm.
    • 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 80cm.
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
    • There is 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 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 obstructed.
    • There is bench seating only.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
    • There is a touch screen pad on the reception desk to sign in for 3 hours free parking at the David Lewis Car Park.
      The height of the touch screen is 142cm to 154cm.
  • Security Barriers View
    • There are security barriers at the reception.
    • The minimum width between the security barriers is 94cm.
    • The width of the wider security barriers is 103cm.
    • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
    • The height of the key card reader is 90cm.
    • The security barrier to the swimming pool is 94cm. The security barrier to the dry areas is 103cm.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
    • There is sloped/ramped access to the functional training suite and the health hub/quiet space.
    • There is stepped access to lower body and upper body strength rooms, squash courts, viewing galleries.
  • Circulation View
    • There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet 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 all corridors/walkways.
    • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Safe Place(s) View
    • There is a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
    • The place of safety is in the Health Hub which is locate to the right from the main entrance.
  • Audio View
    • This venue does play background music in communal areas.
    • Music is played in the gyms and pool areas.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Functional Training Suite and Health Hub/Safe Place)

  • Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
    • There is a ramp/slope located immediately beyond the door into the functional training suite.
    • The ramp/slope is used to access the lower floor in the functional training suite.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • Ramped/Sloped Level Change 2 View
    • There is a ramp/slope located in front of the entrance to the health hub/quiet space.
    • The ramp/slope is used to access health hub/quiet space.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

Step(s) (Strength Rooms and Squash Courts)

  • Stepped Level Change 1 View
    • There is a/are step(s) located to the right from the main entrance.
    • The step(s) is/are used to access the upper level where the strength rooms and squash courts are located.
    • There is/are 6 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 17cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
    • The depth of the steps are 25cm.
    • 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

Other Floors (Spectator Balcony)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are located left from the main entrance.
    • The stairs are approximately 5m from the main entrance.
    • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
    • 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 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 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 not a landing.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.

Other Floors (Viewing Gallery Squash Courts)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are located to the right from the main entrance, on the upper level adjacent the strength rooms.
    • The stairs are approximately 30m from the main entrance.
    • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
    • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are upper ground and first.
    • There are 13 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 18cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • The depth of the steps is 26cm.
    • The steps are not 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 not easy to grip.
    • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • There is not a landing.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

Accessible Changing Room

  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible changing room is located to the right from the main entrance.
    • This accessible changing room is approximately 5m from the main entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible changing room.
    • A key is required for the accessible changing room.
    • The key is a radar key.
    • The key can be obtained from the reception desk.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the accessible changing room door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is light.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible changing room opening is 87cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • The dimensions of the accessible changing room are 233cm x 327cm.
    • The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room include; a chair/stool, handrails, a wash basin, a dropdown rail, a wheel in shower and a toilet.
    • This is a shared 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 no lockers within the changing room.
    • There is not a water dispenser available.
    • There is a/are coat hook(s).
    • The height of the coat hook is 177cm from the floor.
    • The lighting levels in the changing room are moderate to good.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 80cm from floor level.
    • 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 132cm (4ft 4in).
    • 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 low.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
    • Disposal facilities are available.
    • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is 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 cistern.
    • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 115cm (3ft 9in).
    • 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 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 103cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the towel dispenser is 122cm (4ft).
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
    • 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 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 45cm (1ft 6in).
    • 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 separate handheld shower head which is not mounted.

Standard Changing Room (Dry Side)

  • Location and Access View
    • This standard changing room is located to the right from the main entrance.
    • This standard changing room is approximately 7m from the main entrance.
    • The standard changing room is approximately 4m from the Fitness Suite - Resistance.
    • There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
    • A key is not required for the standard changing room.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the standard changing room door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The door is heavy.
    • There is no lock for the toilet door.
    • The width of the standard changing room opening is 86cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
    • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • The dimensions of the standard changing room are 1500cm x 598cm.
    • The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a changing table/bench, a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
    • This is a male changing room.
    • The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
    • There is not an emergency alarm.
    • The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
    • 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).
    • The height of the coat hook is 160cm from the floor.
    • There is a/are general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
    • The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
  • Comments View
    • There is a female standard changing room, which is 20m from the main entrance, which was not fully surveyed.
    • The female changing room has cubicles for the showers.

Standard Shower (Dry Side)

  • Shower facilities are available.
  • The shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the standard changing room.
  • There is level access to the shower facilities.

Standard Toilet(s) (Dry Side)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The male toilet is located in the male standard changing room.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 7m from the main entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 88cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
    • Lighting levels are good.
  • Toilet Facilities 2 View
    • The female toilet is located in the female standard changing room.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the main entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 88cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
    • Lighting levels are good.

Health Hub/Safe Place

  • Room LC22/B is the designated as the Health Hub and Safe Place within the sports centre.
  • There is a steep ramp leading to the entrance door.
  • There are double doors, with 1 door locked.
  • The width of the entry is 81 centimetres.
  • The room has good lighting which can be varied.
  • Light switches 98 centimetres high.
  • There are tables which can be moved on wheels which measure 69cm to the underside.
  • There are chairs and bench seats.
  • The flooring is vinyl and has repeating pattern which could be seen as holes.
  • The door has poor contrast from the outside and good contrast from the inside.

Gym (Fitness Suite - Resistance)

  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the gym.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you.
  • The width of the door opening is 70cm.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • The door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The gym is not staffed.
  • 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; cable resistance machines, free weights and IFI accredited machines.
  • There are a large number of resistance training machines for upper and lower body training.
    There are medicine balls and floor mats.
  • Background music is played.
  • The flooring in the gym consists of vinyl.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Gym (Fitness Suite - CV)

  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the gym.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
  • 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 not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
  • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; arm cycles, IFI accredited machines and free weights.
  • There are cross trainers, step trainers, treadmills, cycles, rowing machines and training mats.
  • Background music is played.
  • The flooring in the gym consists of vinyl.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Gym (Functional Training Suite)

  • There is ramped/sloped 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 88cm.
  • 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, cable resistance machines, upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed and IFI accredited machines.
  • There are punch bags and a treadmill in the gym.
  • Background music is played.
  • The flooring in the gym consists of vinyl and a plastic covering.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

Gym (Lower Body Strength Room)

  • There is stepped access to the gym.
  • The width of the door opening is 74cm.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • The gym is not staffed.
  • There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
  • Staff do not receive training in assisting disabled people.
  • There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.
  • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed and IFI accredited machines.
  • Background music is played.
  • The flooring in the gym consists of vinyl.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels are good.

Gym (Upper Body Strength Room)

  • There is step-free access to the gym.
  • The width of the door opening is 73cm.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • The gym is not staffed.
  • 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; IFI accredited machines and free weights.
  • Background music is played.
  • The flooring in the gym consists of a plastic covering.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels are good.

Standard Changing Room (Wet Side)

  • Location and Access View
    • This standard changing room is located ahead from the main entrance.
    • This standard changing room is approximately 24m from the main entrance.
    • The standard changing room is approximately 5m from the swimming pool.
    • There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
    • A key is not required for the standard changing room.
    • There is written text signage on or near the standard changing room door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
    • The door opens outwards.
    • The door is heavy.
    • There is no lock for the toilet door.
    • The width of the standard changing room opening is 162cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
    • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • The dimensions of the standard changing room are 90cm x 101cm.
    • The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a changing table/bench.
    • Other fixtures/facilities available include; coat hook.
    • This is a shared changing room.
    • The type of flooring in the changing room is tiles.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
    • There is not an emergency alarm.
    • 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 a water dispenser available.
    • There is a/are coat hook(s).
    • The height of the coat hook is 163cm from the floor.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the changing room.
    • There is a/are nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
    • The lighting levels in the changing room are moderate to good.
    • There are hair dryers and mirrors available, on a shelf which is 90cm high, with the mirror above it.
  • Baby Changing Facilities View
    • Baby changing facilities are located within the standard changing room.
    • There is a flip down baby change table available .
    • The height of the baby change table is 92cm.
    • There are 2 baby change tables in separate, cubicles with flip down seat or bench seat.

Entrance (Female Only Changing Area and Toilets/Showers)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the wet side changing area.
    • This entrance gives access to Female only changing cubicles and showers/toilets.
    • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 88cm.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Wet Side - Left Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the wet side changing area.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the entrance to the wet side changing area.
    • 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 high.
    • The door opens by sliding.
    • The door is heavy.
    • The door is locked by a locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 60cm.
    • 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 213cm x 196cm (6ft 12in x 6ft 5in).
    • 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 140cm (4ft 7in).
    • 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 low.
    • 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 right.
    • There is not 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 medium.
    • 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 available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
    • There is a/are coat hook(s).
    • The height of the coat hook is 128cm from the floor.
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is 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.
    • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
    • 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 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 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 low.
    • 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 100cm.
    • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the hand dryer is 90cm (2ft 11in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
  • Accessible Shower View
    • The shower does not 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 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 50cm (1ft 8in).
    • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
    • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.

Standard Toilet(s) (Wet Side)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The male toilet is located at the rear of the wet side changing area.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 18m from the entrance to the wet side changing area.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
    • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Toilet Facilities 2 View
    • The female toilet is located to the right of the wet side changing area.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 14m from the entrance to the wet side changing area.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
    • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
    • Lighting levels are good.

Standard Shower (Wet Side)

  • Shower facilities are available.
  • The shower(s) surveyed is/are located male to the rear of the changing area, and female to the right side next to the pool.
  • There is level access to the shower facilities.

Entrance (Swimming Pool)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the right rear of the wet side changing area.
    • This entrance gives access to the swimming pool.
    • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
    • There is step-free access at this entrance.
    • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 87cm.

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 not stepped 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 an emergency alarm at poolside.
  • There is a jacuzzi which has stepped access only.
    There are 5 steps, which are not clearly marked.
    The steps are 16 centimetres high and 23 centimetres deep.
    There is a handrail which is easy to grip on both sides of the steps.
    There is a sauna which has a short steep ramp to access.