Access Guide
Accommodation Overview
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About
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- The venue surveyed is a hotel and conference centre.
- There are 204 bedrooms in total.
- There is step-free level access to all bedrooms.
- There are 2 bedrooms with adaptations.
- There is step-free level access to all bedrooms with adaptations.
- None of the bedrooms with adaptations have adjoining rooms.
- 1 bedroom with adaptations has an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
- 1 bedroom with adaptations has an ensuite with a bath.
- Only assistance dogs are welcomed at this venue.
- Shared facilities include: toilets and a lounge.
- 1 suite is available containing 2 rooms, 1 with a sofa bed. There are 20 executive rooms which offer a little more space than the standard rooms.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
- There is a drop-off point.
- The nearest train station is Canley. Coventry (Mainline Station) is also available.
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas, this may include the use of a lift.
- The following areas have stepped access: additional seating in the lounge area.
- Access throughout may include manual doors, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
- The ground, first and second floors can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- There is seating available.
- There is a portable hearing assistance system.
- You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair, vibrating pillows, bath mats, medication fridge, shower chairs and mobility scooter charging facilities.
- Additional equipment which can be borrowed or hired includes: Additional resources are available including shower stools, additional grab rails, Z beds, and some rooms have single sofa beds.
- There is a designated safe space which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
- The designated safe space is located within the quiet space on the first floor.
- The alternative formats documents can be provided in include: Large print (on request).
- There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
- There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
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Drop-off Point
- There is a designated drop-off point available.
- The designated drop-off point is located in front of the accessible entrance.
- There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.
Parking
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Car Park
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- The car park is located to the rear of the building.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
- The height of the restriction barrier is 270cm.
- There are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 490cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 80cm.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
- The nearest designated bay is 11m from the car park entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes.
- There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park is for visitors only.
- Parking is free for all users.
- Clearly presented parking signs are available.
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- Please register your vehicle at reception.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Points
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- There are 6 electric vehicle charging points.
- The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 240cm (width) x 490cm (depth).
- The controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The nozzle holster is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The charging points require an app.
- There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
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Public Car Parks
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- A card to use the Electric Vehicle Charging Point is available from reception.
Entrance (Accessible)
- This entrance is located at the front of the building, before the archway to the car park.
- The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is an intercom at a height of 134cm.
- There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
- The door opens towards you.
- There is a push pad at a height of 83cm.
- The width of the opening is 100cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 86cm.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Entrance (Revolving Door)
- This entrance is located at the front of the building, before the archway to the car park.
- The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There is a single manual door at this entrance.
- The door opens by revolving.
- The width of the opening is 125cm.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Entrance (Alternative Entrance Direct from Car Park)
- This entrance is located to the rear of the building, in the car park.
- The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
- There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
- The ramp has a slight gradient.
- The ramp is over 150cm wide with no handrails.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 89cm.
- There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
- The door opens towards you.
- The width of the opening is 90cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 82cm.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Reception
- The reception is located straight ahead after entering via the accessible entrance.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 9m.
- There is step-free level access to reception.
- The height of the reception desk is 116cm.
- There is a lowered section at the desk.
- The height of the lowered section is 73cm.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- Some flooring is patterned.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
- Seating available in this area includes: sofas and armchairs.
- Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
Getting Around (Hotel Lobby)
- There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
- Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
- The visual contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high.
- There is no (or very little) background noise.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
- Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
- Lighting levels are adjustable in some areas.
Standard Toilet Facilities (Ground Floor - Female)
- The female standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
- The toilets are located to the right of reception.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 16m.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the toilets.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 80cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
- There is a soap dispenser, a hand towel, a hand dryer and a wash basin available.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Standard Toilet Facilities (Ground Floor - Male)
- The male standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
- The toilets are located to the right of reception.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 17m.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the toilets.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 80cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
- There is a wash basin, a soap dispenser, a hand towel and a hand dryer available.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Eating and Drinking (Ground Floor - Lounge Area)
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Location and Service
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- The lounge area is located to the right of reception.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered, a self service counter, staff who can provide assistance with ordering and numerous seating options.
- Full table service is available on request only.
- Menus are handheld and online.
- The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cutlery.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Most diets can be catered for. Allergens are displayed and staff can advise. Where there are very specific requirements, a call in advance of your visit can be arranged to discuss with the team.
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Order and Payment
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- The bar was surveyed.
- The counter is located straight ahead after entering the area.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 105cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
- The following areas have stepped access: additional seating.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs, sofas and high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
- The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Entrance (Ground Floor - Outdoor Seating Area)
- This entrance is located off the lounge area, to the right.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There are double manual doors at this entrance.
- The doors open away from you.
- The width of the opening is 156cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Seating Area (Ground Floor - Outdoor)
- The seating area is located off the lounge.
- The seating area is covered.
- The most accessible route to the seating area has manual doors and step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, sofas and high stools.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
- The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
Entrance (Ground Floor - Small Bar)
- This entrance is located to the left of the bar in the lounge area.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There are double manual doors at this entrance.
- The doors open away from you.
- The width of the opening is 160cm.
- The doors have a high visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Eating and Drinking (Ground Floor - Small Bar)
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Location and Service
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- The small bar is located to the right of reception, off the lounge area.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
- This area has a bar where food and drink can be ordered and staff who can provide assistance with ordering.
- Full table service is available on request only.
- Menus are handheld and online.
- The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cutlery.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Most diets can be catered for. Allergens are displayed and staff can advise. Where there are very specific requirements, a call in advance of your visit can be arranged to discuss with the team.
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Order and Payment
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- The bar was surveyed.
- The counter is located straight ahead after entering the area.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 105cm.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- The counter has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and sofas.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
- The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Room (Ground Floor - Private Dining Room)
- The room is located to the right of the main bar on the ground floor.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 35m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
- The doors opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 160cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- Some flooring is patterned.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- The layout of the room varies depending on the function or event taking place.
Room (Ground Floor - Courtyard Restaurant)
- The room is located to the right of the main bar.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 30m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
- There is written text signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There are double manual doors with a low visual contrast.
- The doors opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 160cm.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- The layout of the room varies depending on the function or event taking place.
Entrance (Ground Floor - Lakeview Restaurant)
- This entrance is located to the right of reception, off the lounge area.
- The entrance area is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- There are double manual doors at this entrance.
- The doors open towards you.
- The width of the opening is 160cm.
- The doors have a high visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
- Lakeview can be split into Lakeview 1 and Lakeview 2.
These spaces have similar entrance doors.
Eating and Drinking (Ground Floor - Lakeview Restaurant)
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Location and Service
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- Lakeview restaurant is located to the right of reception, off the lounge area.
- The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
- This area has buffet counters.
- Full table service is available on request only.
- Menus are displayed on the counter.
- The following are available: drinking straws and takeaway cutlery.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Most diets can be catered for. Allergens are displayed and staff can advise. Where there are very specific requirements, a call in advance of your visit can be arranged to discuss with the team.
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Order and Payment
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- The buffet counter was surveyed.
- The counter is located through the doors opposite the entrance.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 85cm.
- There is a lowered section at the counter.
- The height of the lowered section is 73cm.
- The counter has windows and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
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Seating Area
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- There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
- There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
- The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- There are permanently held open manual double doors to access the buffet counters.
This room can be split into Lakeview 1 and Lakeview 2.
When split, these spaces have similar entrance doors to the buffet area. The layout of the room varies depending on the function or event taking place.
Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)
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Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located along the ground floor corridor.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 23m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has automatic doors and step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
- The door has a twist lock.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 233cm (width) x 190cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 150cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a pull chain flush on the non-transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has varying visual contrasts.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has varying visual contrasts.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 95cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 76cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever tap.
- The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rail has varying visual contrasts.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 113cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The towel dispenser is 112cm from the floor.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer which requires hands to be inserted into the top.
- The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 81cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Lift
- The lift surveyed is located to the left after entering via the accessible entrance.
- The distance from the accessible entrance is 9m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
- The ground and first floor are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 79cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 101cm (width) x 136cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a low visual contrast.
- All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, an audible announcer and a visual floor indicator.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
Stairs
- The stairs surveyed are located to the right after entering via the accessible entrance.
- The ground and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 20+ steps between floors.
- The steps have low visual contrast markings and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are not easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 15cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
Getting Around (Hotel Room Corridors)
- There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
- Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
- Some flooring is patterned.
- The visual contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high.
- There is no (or very little) background noise.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
- Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
- Lighting levels are adjustable in some areas.
Lift (First Floor - Bedrooms)
- The lift surveyed is located on the first floor, along the corridor to the left from the main lift.
- The distance from the main lift is 50m.
- The most accessible route to the lift has doors permanently held open and step-free level access.
- The first, second and third floors are accessed by this lift.
- The lift door has a low visual contrast.
- The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The lift door opening width is 75cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 100cm (width) x 135cm (depth).
- The internal lift control buttons have a low visual contrast, Braille markings and tactile markings.
- All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- Internally the lift has: an audible announcer, a mirror to aid reversing and a visual floor indicator.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
Stairs (First Floor - Bedrooms)
- The stairs surveyed are located along the first floor corridor, to the right from the main lift.
- The first, second and third floors can be accessed by these stairs.
- There are 16 steps between floors.
- The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are not easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 16cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
Room (First Floor - Meeting Room - Space 54 - Quiet Space)
- The room is located along the first floor corridor.
- The distance from the lift is 23m.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and automatic doors.
- There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 114cm.
- There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 76cm.
- This room is kept unlocked.
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- There is deep pile carpet in some areas.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs and sofas.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables and coffee tables.
- The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Bedroom with Adaptations (First Floor - Room 137)
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Access
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- The bedroom surveyed is located along the first floor corridor, to the left from the lift.
- The distance from the first floor bedrooms lift is 75m.
- The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
- There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
- There is numbered signage on or near the door.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 93cm.
- The door opens inwards automatically and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
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Bedroom Features
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- The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
- The top of the mattress is 62cm from the floor.
- The space under the bed is 3cm from the floor.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
- The flooring is patterned.
- The following is available in this bedroom: a chair without armrests, wardrobes for seated users, bedside plug sockets, a desk and a TV with subtitles.
- There is no emergency alarm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
- The height of the exit push pad is 90cm.
Ensuite with Adaptations (First Floor - Room 137 - Wheel-in Shower)
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Access
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- There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
- The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 77cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the ensuite are 233cm (width) x 163cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
- The lateral transfer space is 141cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a medium visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 92cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The wash basin grab rails have a medium visual contrast.
- There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The ensuite has a waste bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
- The ensuite has a wheel-in shower.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
- There is a flip-down shower seat.
- The shower seat is 45cm from the floor.
- There is a grab rail and a dropdown rail for the shower.
- The shower grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
- The shower dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
Bedroom with Adaptations (First Floor - Room 135)
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Access
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- The bedroom surveyed is located along the first floor corridor, to the left from the lift.
- The distance from the first floor bedrooms lift is 78m.
- The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
- There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
- There is numbered signage on or near the door.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 93cm.
- The door opens inwards automatically and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 84cm.
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Bedroom Features
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- The bedroom has a super king bed which can be split into two singles.
- The top of the mattress is 62cm from the floor.
- The space under the bed is 3cm from the floor.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
- The flooring is patterned.
- The following is available in this bedroom: a chair without armrests, wardrobes for seated users, bedside plug sockets, a desk and a TV with subtitles.
- There is no emergency alarm.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
- The height of the exit push pad is 90cm.
Ensuite with Adaptations (First Floor - Room 135 - Bath)
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Access
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- There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
- The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 77cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the ensuite are 165cm (width) x 164cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 88cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
- There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 93cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
- There is a soap dispenser, however it is not wall mounted.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The ensuite has a waste bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
- The ensuite has a bath with an overhead shower.
- The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 48cm.
- The bath controls are lever mixer.
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
- There is no shower seat.
- There is a grab rail for the shower.
- The shower grab rail has a low visual contrast.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
Standard Bedroom (First Floor - Room 151)
- The bedroom surveyed is located along the first floor corridor.
- The distance from the first floor bedrooms lift is 50m.
- The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
- There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
- There is numbered signage on or near the door.
- There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 118cm.
- The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 76cm.
- The bedroom has a double bed.
- The top of the mattress is 63cm from the floor.
- The space under the bed is 3cm from the floor.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
- The flooring is patterned.
- The following is available in this bedroom: a chair without armrests, bedside plug sockets, a desk and a TV with subtitles.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Standard Ensuite (First Floor - Room 151)
- There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
- The ensuite door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 66cm.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the ensuite are 124cm (width) x 167cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a soap dispenser and a hand towel available.
- The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
- The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
- Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and a shelf.
- The ensuite has a pedal bin.
- The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
- The ensuite has a shower with a step.
- There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
- The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
- There is no shower seat.
