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Summary

• Services/facilities within the venue include an Information Desk, Shop, Café, Galleries, Exhibits, Study Store, School Lunch Area, Toilets and Baby Change Facilities.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include further ground floor Galleries, Exhibits, Theatre, Learning Centre, Mother and Baby Room, a Park and Picnic Area, separate Farmhouse Buildings and Museum with Gardens.
• For the National Museum of Rural Life - Farmhouse AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• For the National Museum of Rural Life - Getting Around The Farm AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• For the National Museum of Rural Life - Museum Ground Floor AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• For the National Museum of Rural Life - Museum to Farm AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).
• For the National Museum of Rural Life - Farm Toilets AccessAble Access Guide please click here (new tab).

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The museum is located to the North West of East Kilbride via Stewartfield Way, close to the A726/A727 interchange.
  • There is a car park at the main building and parking can be arranged at the farmhouse buildings off Kittochside Road.
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • Bus 31 serving East Kilbride stops around 300m away on Stewartfield Way.
  • For more information on buses in East Kilbride please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Hairmyres.
  • Hairmyres station is around 2 miles away.
    Taxi and bus routes are available from the station.
  • For more information on National Rail please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• Staff receive disability awareness/equality training.
• There is a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• Staff do not receive deaf awareness training.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: Braille on request and large print on request.
• There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/near by.
• The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located to the rear of the main building.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are mobility aids available.
• The mobility aids available include wheelchairs.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact a member of staff.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped 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 opening is 123cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the opening is 123cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the lift.
  • 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 behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 120cm.
  • 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 81cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 29/11/2022.
  • The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
  • There is a touch screen.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the reception area.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.
• Reception Seating Area View
  • There is a seating area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the seating area is unobstructed.
  • There are bench seats available.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the seating area.
• Comments View
  • There are portable touchscreens available upon request instead of the fixed screen.

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Counter (Gift Shop)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located in the shop, to the right of reception.
  • The counter is approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the main entrance.
  • Clear signage for the counter is visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a plain background.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are good.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the counter.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building.
  • There is a slight slope, with a handrail on the right going up, for access to further exhibits and the ground floor.
  • The ramp leads all the way round the building down to the ground floor. It can be used to bypass the stairs and lift.
• Circulation View
  • There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is tiles and concrete.
  • 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.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are provided in some corridors/walkways.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Access to other floors/levels is via stairs and lift.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• 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 the First Aid Room on the ground floor. Please ask a member of staff.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music in public areas.
  • Music is played in the café.
  • There is a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.
  • The system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing loop is located at reception.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Picture Gallery)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There is a single, permanently held open door with an opening width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is clearly signed.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance/opening.
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is provided in this area.
  • During busy periods this area can become congested.
  • The type of flooring in this area is concrete.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are provided in some areas.
  • This area does not play background music/sound.
  • There is some flash photography within this area.
  • There are not resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board format.
  • All exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described in person.
  • There are no exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • This gallery is located on the glass fronted balcony above the ground floor.
    There is a floor rail beneath the pictures on the wall.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are good.
• Exit View
  • Visitors can exit via a separate set of doors/opening.
  • The exit is not clearly signed internally.
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ when exiting this area/attraction.
  • The exit is step-free.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Study Store)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is clearly signed.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance/opening.
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is provided in this area.
  • During busy periods this area can become congested.
  • The type of flooring in this area is concrete.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does not play background music/sound.
  • There is some flash photography within this area.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board format.
  • All exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described in person.
  • There are no exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are good.
• Exit View
  • Visitors can exit via a separate set of doors/opening.
  • The exit is clearly signed internally.
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ when exiting this area/attraction.
  • The exit is step-free.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Special Exhibition - Garden Detectives)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance/opening.
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is not provided in this area.
  • During busy periods this area can become congested.
  • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does play background music/sound.
  • There is some flash photography within this area.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board format.
  • All exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described in person.
  • There are some exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • The distance between the lowest exhibit and the floor is 5cm.
  • There is a good colour contrast between some walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are good.
• Exit View
  • Visitors exit via the entrance/opening.
  • The exit is not clearly signed internally.

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Attraction / Exhibit (Land Gallery)

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• Entrance / Opening View
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ for access to this area/attraction.
  • The entrance/opening is clearly signed.
  • There is a slight permanent ramp, with a handrail on the right going up, for access to the lower exhibits.
• Attraction / Exhibit View
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Clear directional signage is provided in this area.
  • During busy periods this area can become congested.
  • The type of flooring in this area is concrete.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in this area.
  • This area does not play background music/sound.
  • There is some flash photography within this area.
  • There are resting/seating areas within this area.
  • Explanations for the exhibit(s) is/are in information board format.
  • All exhibits can be audio described.
  • Exhibits are audio described in person.
  • There are some exhibits which start from the floor level.
  • The distance between the lowest exhibit and the floor is 1cm.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the walls and the floor in this area.
  • The lighting levels in this area are good.
• Exit View
  • Visitors can exit via a separate set of doors/opening.
  • The exit is not clearly signed internally.
  • There are no doors, however there is an open width of 75cm+ when exiting this area/attraction.
  • The exit is stepped.
  • There is/are 3 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, when exiting.
  • 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 height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• Comments View
  • The main ramp throughout the building is used to bypass the exit steps from the entrance.
  • There are handrails on both sides of the ramp near the exit steps (photograph 8).

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Schools Lunch Area

• There is a school lunch area located opposite the land gallery.
• This area also has ramped access via the building corridors.
• There are handrails on both sides of the ramps.
• The tables are 70cm in this area.
• There is also a small exhibit in this area dedicated to bees.
• There is a carpeted surface to the bees exhibit.

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Eating and Drinking (Shielings Café)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located to the right as you enter.
• There is step-free access to the café.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food and/or drinks can be brought to the table.
• The height of the service counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm) .
• There is not a lowered section of the counter.
• There is a counter/tray rail at a height of 85cm to allow a disabled person to manoeuvre a tray.
• There is a hearing assistance system .
• The system is a portable loop.
• The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• There is step-free access within the café.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• This area does play background music.
• The type of flooring in this area is tiles and wood.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests on both sides.
• The nearest table is approximately 5m from the entrance/opening.
• The nearest table is approximately 4m from the till/counter.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 45cm.
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 72cm.
• Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic/takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• There are hand held menus, menu boards/signs and wall menus available.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
• The lighting levels are good.

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• Comments View
  • There are additional seating areas just outside the café off the main entrance foyer.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for public use.
  • The stairs are located to the left as you enter, near reception.
  • The stairs are approximately 16m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by 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 steps do have open risers.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • 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 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 (Front)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you enter, near reception.
• The lift is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) 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.
• 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 poor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is poor.
• The clear door width is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 130cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 3in).
• 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 have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not 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 have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Lift (Side)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the rear right as you enter.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) 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.
• 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 good.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is poor.
• The clear door width is 109cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 170cm x 182cm (5ft 7in x 5ft 12in).
• 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 have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not 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 have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Museum - First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter, beyond the stairs.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • 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 door opens by sliding.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 188cm x 216cm (6ft 2in x 7ft 1in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 130cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a cleaning wipe stand and a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 128cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • 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.
  • 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 next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 102cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 113cm (3ft 8in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
  • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 88cm (2ft 11in).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Museum - First Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left as you enter.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 24m (26yd 9in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the female and male toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are good.