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Introduction

• Services/facilities within the venue include a short breaks care unit for adults with learning disabilities, autism and/or behaviours that challenge.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include a garden to the rear and car park to the front.

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Getting Here

• The venue is approximately 11 miles from J6 of the M20, via the A229.
• There is on-site parking available at the venue.
• There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
• There is a bus stop on Station Road where it meets Station Approach, approximately 120m north of the venue. Buses stop on both sides of the road, providing direct links to Cranbrook, Hawkhurst and Maidstone.
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• The nearest Railway Station is Staplehurst.
• Staplehurst Station is approximately 375 metres away, providing direct rail links to London, Tonbridge and Ashford.
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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• There is a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; large print on request, Makaton on request and different languages on request.
• There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located in the garden.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are not mobility aids available.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own parking facilities.
• The car park is located at the front of the building, off Station Road (A229).
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• The car park does have a barrier control system.
• There is a touchscreen at the barrier.
• The barrier controls/touchscreen cannot be reached from the car.
• The car park surface is loose chippings.
• There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
• Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
• All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
• There are no parking charges for the car park.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
• Assistance may be required because there is/are loose chippings.
• The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
• The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac and loose chippings.
• There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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Entrance (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, leading in from the car park.
• The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
• This entrance sign says 'Hedgerows - 1+2'.
• There is step-free access at this entrance.
• There is not 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• There is a bell/buzzer.
• The height of the bell/buzzer is 139cm (4ft 7in).
• There is not an intercom.
• A key card is required for access at this entrance.
• The height of the key card reader is 122cm.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 74cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• The ramp/slope is located directly in front of the entrance.
• There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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  • There is also a key card reader to exit the building through this entrance at a height of 134cm.

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Entrance (Garden - North)

• This information is for the entrance located to the north of the building, leading to/from the garden.
• The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
• There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
• There is not 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• There is not a bell/buzzer.
• There is not an intercom.
• A key card is required for access at this entrance.
• The height of the key card reader is 111cm.
• 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 75cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• The ramp/slope is located directly in front of the entrance.
• The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
• The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 99cm (3ft 3in).
• The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• The step(s) is/are located on the door's threshold.
• There is/are 1 step(s).
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 3cm.

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  • There is also a key card reader to exit the building at this entrance, which is 104cm high.
    
  • There is an alternative ramp located to the right as you face the entrance. This also has a slight gradient, but does not have any handrails. It is 116cm wide.

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Entrance (Garden - South)

• This information is for the entrance located to the south of the building, leading to/from the garden.
• The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
• There is step-free access at this entrance.
• There is not 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• There is not a bell/buzzer.
• There is not an intercom.
• A key card is required for access at this entrance.
• The height of the key card reader is 123cm.
• 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 75cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• The ramp/slope is located just inside the building from the entrance.
• There is a ramp with a very easy incline.

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  • There is also a key card reader to exit the building through this entrance, at a height of 106cm.

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Reception

• The reception point is located diagonally to the left as you enter from the main entrance.
• The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step-free access to the reception point.
• There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
• There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
• The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
• The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
• The height of the reception counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• There is not a lowered section of the counter.
• The counter is staffed.
• Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
• There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
• 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 vinyl.
• There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
• Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
• There are seats with armrests on both sides.
• There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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  • A member of staff will come out of the office to meet you when you enter the building.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free access throughout the ground floor.
• There are not doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
• There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
• The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
• There is flooring in corridors/walkways 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 corridors/walkways.
• There is low visual contrast between the walls and floor in all corridors/walkways.
• There are seats with armrests on both sides at regular intervals.
• The lighting levels are good.
• Access to other floors/levels is via stairs.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• This venue does play background music in public areas.
• Music is played at certain times in the lounges and dining room.
• There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.

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  • The minimum width of the corridors within the building is 72cm.
    
  • There is no designated Safe Place; however, due to the venue's service as a respite home providing short breaks to adults with learning disabilities, autism and challenging behaviours, staff are trained to act and respond appropriately to any individual needs.

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Lounge (South - Main Lounge)

• The Main Lounge is located to the south of the building, to the right as you enter from the main entrance.
• Signage for the room is not available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
• The corridor/walkway outside the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is a medium colour contrast between the external door and wall.
• There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
• There is step-free access into the room.

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  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 79cm.
  • Facilities/features in the lounge/living areas include; sofas, armchairs and televisions.
  • The flooring in the lounge/living area is hard flooring.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the floor and walls in the lounge/living areas.
  • The lighting levels in the lounge/living areas are moderate to good.

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Lounge (North - Small Lounge)

• The Small Lounge is located to the north of the building, to the left as you enter from the main entrance.
• Signage for the room is not available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
• The corridor/walkway outside the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is a low colour contrast between the external door and wall.
• There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
• There is step-free access into the room.

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  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • Facilities/features in the lounge/living areas include; sofas, coffee tables and televisions.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 47cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 75cm.
  • The flooring in the lounge/living area is hard flooring.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the floor and walls in the lounge/living areas.
  • The lighting levels in the lounge/living areas are moderate to good.

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Dining Room

• The Dining Room is located to the south of the building, to the right as you enter from the main entrance.
• Signage for the room is not available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
• The corridor/walkway outside the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is a low colour contrast between the external door and wall.
• There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
• There is step-free access into the room.

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  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • The dining table is at a height of 76cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the dining table is 73cm.

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Kitchen

• Signage for the room is not available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
• The corridor/walkway outside the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is a low colour contrast between the external door and wall.
• There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
• There is step-free access into the room(s).

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  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the kitchen is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the kitchen (150cm x 150cm).
  • Facilities/features in the kitchen areas include; sinks, fridge freezers, ovens, hobs with knee recess, hobs, dishwashers, microwaves, kettles and toasters.
  • The majority of the flooring has a very shiny finish, which could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The area has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the floor and walls in the kitchen areas.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The worktops/counters are at a height of 92cm.
  • There are overhead and under counter cupboards/units available for worktops/counters.
  • The cupboards/units have a low colour contrast to the floor.
  • The fridge/freezer door handles are not easy to grip.
  • The sink tap types are lever.
  • Seating is not permanently fixed.
  • The following are available here: drinking straws, takeaway cups and easy grip cutlery.
  • The door to the rear of kitchen area has an opening width of 78cm.

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Laundry Room

• The Laundry Room is located to the south of the building, to the left as you enter from the reception entrance.
• Signage for the room is not available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
• The corridor/walkway outside the room is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is a medium colour contrast between the external door and wall.
• There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
• There is step-free access into the room(s).

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  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door may be difficult for some to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • The laundry room has a key fob reader.
  • Not positioned at a recommended height: the key fob reader (not between 90cm - 110cm).
  • There is not level room for wheelchair users to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The following are available with controls at a recommended height for a seated user (between 75cm - 120cm): washing machines and dryers.
  • There is not ample room for a wheelchair user to wait within the laundry room.

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Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Bedroom 1)

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• Bedroom Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the ground floor of the building in Cottage 1, to the left as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The distance from main entrance is 8m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access, doors permanently held open and narrow walkways .
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a single bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 49cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 27cm from the floor.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • The following is available in this bedroom: an armchair, a height adjustable bed, a height adjustable desk and bedside plug sockets.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
• Ensuite Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 75cm.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 600cm (width) x 165cm (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 320cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown rails have a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 70cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 80cm 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 a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 118cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is an unobstructed shelf.
  • The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The ensuite has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 166cm and 177cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower and a bath.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 56cm.
  • The bath controls are twist/turn.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is an adjustable shower head.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 46cm from the floor.
  • There are grab rails for the shower.
  • The shower grab rails have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.

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Other Floors

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The stairs are for public use.
• The stairs are located at both the northern and southern ends of the building.
• The stairs are approximately 13m 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, 1.
• There are 14 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 going of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The steps have a handrail on both sides.
• Handrails are 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 moderate to good.

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Consultation / Medical Room (First Floor)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Medication Room.
• The room is located on the first floor of the building to the left side, in Cottage 1.
• The most accessible route to the room has steps, doors permanently held open and narrow walkways.
• There is no signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a medium visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 70cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: armchairs.
• Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables.
• 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.
• The height of the counter and wash basin is 92cm.
  The type of taps are lever.

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Bathroom with Adaptations (First Floor - Cottage 1)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bathroom surveyed is located on the first floor of the building to the left side, in Cottage 1.
  • The distance from the stairs is 2m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has steps, doors permanently held open and narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 72cm.
  • The door has a sliding bolt lock.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 133cm (width) x 193cm (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.
  • There is a lever flush on the right as you face the toilet.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 42cm 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 99cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 78cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a twist/turn tap.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 126cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 131cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The bathroom has a nappy/incontinence items 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, with unshaded light sources.
  • The wash basin is protruding into the transfer space.
  • The bathroom has a standard bath.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 54cm.
  • The bath controls are twist/turn.

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Standard Bedroom (First Floor - Bedroom 4)

• The bedroom surveyed is located on the first floor of the building to the right side, in Cottage 2.
• The distance from the stairs is 2m.
• The most accessible route to the bedroom has steps, doors permanently held open and narrow walkways.
• There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
• The width of the door opening is 68cm.
• The bedroom has a single bed.
• The top of the mattress is 50cm from the floor.
• The space under the bed is 23cm from the floor.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The following is available in this bedroom: an armchair, bedside plug sockets and a desk.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• There is a wash basin within the bedroom which is 84cm high and has lever taps.
  There are 2 similar bedrooms available, one is located in Cottage 1 and there are 2 in total in Cottage 2.

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Bathroom with Adaptations (First Floor - Cottage 2)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bathroom surveyed is located on the first floor of the building to the right side, in Cottage 2.
  • The distance from the stairs is 1m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has steps, doors permanently held open and narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a medium visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 72cm.
  • The door has a sliding bolt lock.
  • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 190cm (width) x 202cm (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.
  • There is a lever flush on the right as you face the toilet.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the left as you face the toilet.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 42cm 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 99cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 81cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever tap.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 119cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 129cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • 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 bathroom has a nappy/incontinence items 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.
  • The bathroom has a wheel-in shower.
  • There is not 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.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The shower grab rail has a low visual contrast.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.
• The shared toilet(s) surveyed is/are located to the south of the building, to the right as you enter from the main entrance.
• The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
• There is step-free access to the shared toilet(s).
• There is no signage on or near the toilet door.
• There is not a lowered urinal.
• An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
• There is not a lowered wash basin.
• The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
• There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet(s).
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Outdoor Facilities

• The routes to the outdoor facilities for the students are not at least 150cm wide.
• Routes to the outdoor facilities are even and well maintained.
• Residents access the outdoor facilities via either of the two garden entrances.
• Surfaces for the facilities include: grass and concrete or tarmac.
• Outdoor gym equipment is available. A wheelchair accessible vegetable growing bed is also available (photograph 7).