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Overview

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• About View
  • This is a Kent County Council office.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: offices, meeting rooms, a café, interview rooms for specialist children's services, toilets with adaptations, ambulant toilets and standard toilets.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • There is on-street standard parking and a public car park nearby.
  • The name of the nearest car park is Maidstone East Station Public Car Park.
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  • The nearest train station is Maidstone East.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors, doors permanently held open, automatic doors and narrow walkways.
  • Floors LG, G, 1, 2, 3 and 4 can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
  • All visitors and contractors must first sign in at the specialist children's services reception. This can only be reached using the specialist children's services reception entrance.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
  • British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: Braille (on request), large print (on request), different languages (on request) and audio (on request).
  • There is a fixed hearing loop system in place at the specialist children's services reception only.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: phone charging points and Wi-Fi.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 5 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located on the lower ground floor, next to the specialist children's services reception; and on the ground, first, second and third floors, next to the rear lift.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • Ambulant toilet facilities are located within the standard male and female toilets on the ground, first, second and third floors, next to the rear lift.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located on the ground, first, second and third floors, next to the rear lift, and on the fourth floor, to the right as you exit either of the front lifts.
  • The shared step-free toilet facilities are located on the fourth floor, to the right and right again as you exit the rear lift.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located on the lower ground floor, next to the specialist children's services reception.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the rear of the building, off Lower Boxley Road.
  • The car park is open air/surface and multi-storey.
  • The car park surface consists of concrete and block paving.
  • The height of the restriction barrier is 199cm.
  • There are 9 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 242cm (width) x 482cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 138cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 12m from the specialist children's services reception entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for staff, visitors, Blue Badge holders and permit holders only.
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • Payment machines are located throughout the car park.
  • There is not a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Parking is free for Kent County Council staff and visitors Monday to Friday.
    On Saturday and Sunday, the car park is open to the general public, and is chargeable for all users, with a lower tariff at night.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
• On-street Parking View
  • On-street standard parking is available.
  • There is standard on-street parking located on Lower Boxley Road, in marked strips next to the perimeter wall of HMP Maidstone. Parking here is free; however, it is restricted to permit holders or stays of 2 hours or less.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a public car park located off Week Street.
  • The name of the car park is Maidstone East Station.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.

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Stairs (Car Park)

• The stairs surveyed are located in the centre of the car park, on the side facing Invicta House.
• Levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 9 steps between floors.
• The steps are unmarked and have a handrail on the right going up.
• The handrail is easy to grip.
• The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrail extends 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.
• Due to the amount of natural light in this area, lighting levels may vary depending on the time of day and weather conditions, although, they are always likely to be low.
  There is a similar additional staircase to the east of the car park, opposite HMP Maidstone, the only difference being that this one has clearly marked steps, and does not access level 1.

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Entrance (Specialist Children's Services Reception and Sign-in Point - Lower Ground Floor)

• This entrance is located to the rear left of the building, facing Week Street.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not 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 steep gradient.
• The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
• The ramp bypasses the steps.
• There are 2 steps with handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are 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 steps are clearly marked.
• The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 20cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is an intercom at a height of 101cm.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 92cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 128cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 116cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.
• The specialist children's services reception is the main sign-in point for all visitors and contractors, who should then proceed to the staff entrance or rear entrance in order to access the rest of the building.
  There is no internal access to floors G, 1, 2, 3 or 4 from the lower ground floor.

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Entrance (Staff Entrance)

• This entrance is located to the front of the building, off Week Street and opposite the old County Hall.
• 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 access via ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a steep gradient.
• The ramp is over 150cm wide with a handrail on the left going up.
• The ramp bypasses the steps.
• There are 13 steps with handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are 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 steps are unmarked.
• The steps have tactile markings at the top and bottom.
• The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 14cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 102cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 164cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 114cm.
• The key fob/card reader automatically operates the automatic doors.
• The minimum width between the security barriers is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.
• There is a digital sign in/out touchscreen at this entrance with a height range between 90cm and 103cm.

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Entrance (Rear Entrance)

• This entrance is located to the rear of the building, opposite the car park.
• The entrance area is 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 between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the right going up.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 106cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 130cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 99cm.
• The key fob/card reader automatically operates the automatic doors.
• The minimum width between the security barriers is 89cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.
• There is a digital sign in/out touchscreen at this entrance with a height range between 96cm and 109cm.

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Reception (Specialist Children's Services)

• The reception is located straight ahead as you enter the building through the specialist children's services reception entrance.
• The distance from the specialist children's services reception entrance is 8m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 100cm.
• There is a lowered section at the desk.
• The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
• The reception has glazed screens.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 100cm to 105cm from the floor.
• The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: a screen reader.
• There are two touchscreens here. The higher of the two has a height range between 115cm and 128cm.
• There may be background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• 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: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
• This is the main sign in point for all visitors and contractors, who should then proceed to the staff entrance or rear entrance in order to access the rest of the building.
  There is no internal access to floors G, 1, 2, 3 or 4 from the lower ground floor.

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Getting Around

• 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, narrow walkways, manual doors and automatic doors.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The visual contrast between the walls and floor varies between low and high.
• There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is not consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas, riser recliner chairs, benches, stools and high stools.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Lighting levels are adjustable in some areas.
• Wayfinding signage is provided in some places, but it is intermittent and inconsistent.
  There are open-plan office areas located on the first, second, third and fourth floors. These contains height-adjustable desks with computers, along with standard and high meeting tables at heights of 74cm and 105cm, with clear underside spaces of 73cm and 102cm respectively. Both have stools for seating.
  All floors also contain kitchenettes equipped with microwaves, fridge freezers and water dispensers (including boiling water taps). Worktops are 85cm high.
  There are tables in the kitchenettes with a surface height of 74cm and a clear underside space of 72cm, which have chairs with armrests on both sides.

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Eating and Drinking (Coffee Bar)

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• Location and Service View
  • The coffee bar is located within the main atrium on the ground floor, straight ahead as you enter the building through the staff entrance.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and automatic doors.
  • This area has a counter where food and drink can be ordered and a self service counter.
  • Full table service is available on request only.
  • Menus are wall-mounted, available on a board and displayed on the counter.
  • The following dietary requirements can be catered for: gluten free, dairy free, lactose free, nut allergy, vegetarian and vegan.
  • The following are available: takeaway cups and takeaway cutlery.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Order and Payment View
  • The service counter was surveyed.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 103cm.
  • 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.
• Seating Area View
  • 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 flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, stools and high stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: 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 vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • Due to the high amount of natural light in the area, lighting levels may vary depending on the time of day and weather conditions.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Rear Entrance - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the right as you pass through the security barriers at the rear entrance.
  • The distance from the rear entrance is 7m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm.
  • The door has a locking handle.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 163cm (width) x 134cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 112cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high 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 low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 80cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the right as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a high 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 92cm 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 133cm 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 cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 156cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Lift (Front of Building)

• The lift surveyed is located at the front of the building, straight ahead and to the right before the atrium as you enter the building through the staff entrance.
• The distance from the staff entrance is 13m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and automatic doors.
• Floors G, 1, 2, 3 and 4 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 tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 78cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 127cm (width) x 138cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: an audible announcer, a visual floor indicator and a hearing assistance alarm system.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
• There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
• There are two lifts here, one to the left and one to the right before the atrium, which have identical specifications.
  Due to the high amount of natural light in this lift, lighting levels may vary depending on the time of day and weather conditions.

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Stairs (Front of Building)

• The stairs surveyed are located at the front of the building, to the right before the main atrium as you enter the building through the staff entrance.
• Floors G, 1, 2, 3 and 4 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20 steps between floors.
• The steps have some clear markings and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails do not 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 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Lift (Rear of Building)

• The lift surveyed is located diagonally to the left as you enter the building through the rear entrance.
• The distance from the rear entrance is 12m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Floors LG, G, 1, 2, 3 and 4 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 tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 78cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 155cm (width) x 139cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator, a list of floor services/facilities, an audible announcer and a hearing assistance alarm system.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Stairs (Rear of Building)

• The stairs surveyed are located diagonally to the right as you enter the building through the rear entrance.
• Floors LG, G, 1, 2, 3 and 4 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 19 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are 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 not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 20cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Room (Dymchurch Room - Example of Large Meeting Room)

• The room is located on the second floor, to the left and then on the right as you exit the front lift.
• The distance from the front lift (right) is 9m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and automatic doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• 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.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• 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 suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event.
• Announcements are in person.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• There are 2 additional large meeting rooms in the building.
  The Cobham Room on the first floor and the Deal Room on the third floor have very similar specifications to this one.

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Room (Minster Room - Example of Small Meeting Room)

• The room is located on the third floor, to the right and straight ahead as you exit the front lift.
• The distance from the front lift (left) is 11m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, manual doors, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (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 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 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.
• Announcements are in person.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• There are over 15 additional small meeting rooms in the building, spread across the first, second, third and fourth floors. Most of them have very similar specifications to this one, although some are much smaller and do not have a 150cm x 150cm turning space, even if furniture is moved.

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Room (Interview Room 2 - Specialist Children's Services)

• The room is located at the far end of the corridor leading from the right of the reception desk as you enter the building through the specialist children's services reception entrance.
• The distance from the specialist children's services reception entrance is 21m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• 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.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and desks.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Announcements are in person.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.
• This is a social services meeting/interview room.
  Children's toys can be provided on request.
  There are 7 additional meeting/interview rooms in this area, all with similar specifications.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Lower Ground Floor - Specialist Children's Services Reception - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located immediately to the left as you enter the building through the specialist children's services reception entrance.
  • The distance from the specialist children's services reception entrance is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has 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 both ways and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 94cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 164cm (width) x 222cm (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 94cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high 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 low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 98cm 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 high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 99cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 99cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 77cm.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Rear of Building - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor, to the right as you exit the rear lift.
  • The distance from the rear lift is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens both ways and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 94cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 151cm (width) x 226cm (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 85cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high 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 low 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 high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 93cm 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 99cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 109cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • There are very similar facilities located in the same place on the second and third floors.