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Introduction

• The venues incorporates 4 accommodation blocks A,B,C and D, a laundry, common room, leisure facilities, swimming pool and management office.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
• This venue is situated in Liverpool.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Liverpool Lime Street.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• The car park type is underground.
• There are 4 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 360cm x 590cm (11ft 10in x 19ft 4in).
• The nearest designated bay is 2m (6ft 7in) from the lift.
• The furthest designated bay is 14m (15yd) from the lift.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Fitness Suite)

• There is level access into the venue.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 96cm (3ft 2in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open automatically.
  • The doors are single width.
  • The door opening is 96cm (3ft 2in) wide.

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Outside Access (Courtyard Entrance)

• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 188cm (6ft 2in) wide.

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Level Change (Courtyard Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.

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Outside Access (Accommodation Block B)

• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open towards you (pull).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are single width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in) wide.

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Level Change (Accommodation Block B)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading from the courtyard to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 170cm (5ft 7in).

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• Comments View
  • There is easy/moderate ramped access to each of the blocks.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The doors are single width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 93cm (3ft 1in) wide.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading from the pavement to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).

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• Comments View
  • The door is operated by a proximity key fob.

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Reception (Main)

• The reception desk is 6m (19ft 8in) from the front entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is low height.
• Lighting levels are bright.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • Opening times are Monday to Friday 9:00 - 17:00.

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Reception (Fitness Suite)

• The reception desk is 2m (6ft 7in) from the front entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is low height.
• Lighting levels are bright.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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• Comments View
  • The photograph shows the Fitness Suite.

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Swimming Pool

• There is not a wet side chair available.
• There is not a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2-3-4-5.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting level is bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left of the block entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G - 5.
• The lift is 12m (13yd) from accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 103cm x 140cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 7in).
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift controls do have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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• Comments View
  • Each accommodation block has a similar lift.

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Accommodation

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 26 accessible accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • The accessible facilities are located all accessible by lift.
  • The bed is 53cm high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 0cm (0ft 0in).
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 190cm x 240cm (6ft 3in x 7ft 10in).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm in height.
  • There is a sink.
  • The height of the sink is 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • The tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • There are not mirrors.
• Bath and Shower View
  • There is not a bath.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The type of shower controls used are twist/turn.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is good.
• Comments View
  • Wall mounted and drop down rails are not available.The room viewed is 14 B.
  • The width of the door is 82 cm.
  • The clear floor space is 200 cm x 300 cm.
  • Assistance dogs are welcomed to stay with residents in the adapted accommodation.

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Accessible Changing Room

• There are accessible changing rooms available.
• The accessible changing rooms are located at the poolside.
• The accessible changing room is 39m (43yd) from the main entrance.
• The accessible changing room is 5m (16ft 5in) from the swimming pool.

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Accessible Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The showers are located in the adapted changing room.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head and handrails.
• The height of the seat is 45cm (1ft 6in).
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • The adapted shower room is 235 x 265.

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Accessible Toilet (Fitness Suite)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • The accessible toilet is 39m (43yd) from the accessible entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located at the poolside.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from any member of staff.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 270cm x 235cm (8ft 10in x 7ft 9in).
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 165cm (5ft 5in).
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The hand dryer is 107cm (3ft 6in) high.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
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Standard Toilet(s) (Fitness Suite)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilets are located within the female changing area.
  • The female toilets are 25m (27yd) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilets are located within the male changing area.
  • The male toilets are 25m (27yd) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.

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Additional Info

• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is generally on duty.
• Staff are trained to BSL level 1.

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  • All staff receive disability awareness training.
  • Documents can be requested in Braille.
  • Documents can be requested in large print.
  • Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
  • A member of staff trained in BSL skills is generally on duty.
  • Staff are trained to BSL level 1.
  • Portable loops can be requested from the Disability team on 0151 904 6052.
  • All entrances to accommodation blocks are single, automatic push-pad operated.
  • The photograph shows a typical entrance to an accommodation block.
  • Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.

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Additional Info

• The photograph shows the toilet and wash basin in the adapted room.

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Additional Info

• The photograph shows the ramp leading to the main entrance.

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Additional Info

• The photograph shows the poolside adapted shower.

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Additional Info

• The photograph shows the roll in shower in the adapted room.