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Community Centre

• Services/facilities provided include; Adult learning services for adults with learning difficulties and a café.
• Services/facilities within the building include an accessible toilet, standard toilets, staff office and teaching rooms on the lower ground floor.
  The ground floor has staff offices, teaching rooms, staff standard toilets, a café and reception.
  The first floor has teaching rooms, an interview room and an accessible toilet.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The venue is located on Hawley Square in Margate, opposite Hawley Square Gardens.
    The A28 Marine Terrace is approximately 0.3 miles away via Hawley Square, B2055 Cecil Street, B2055 Cecil Square, B2055 Queen Street and the B2055 Marine Gardens.
  • There is limited street parking available on Hawley Square outside the venue.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The nearest bus stop is approximately 25 metres from the venue on the B2055 Cecil Street.
    There are direct buses available to Margate, Ramsgate, Canterbury, Westcliff and Minnis Bay.
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• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Margate .
  • Margate Railway Station is approximately 0.6 miles from the venue.
    There are direct services available to London St Pancras International, London Victoria, Ramsgate, Deal, Sandwich, Faversham and Folkestone West.
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Getting Help and Assistance

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

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own parking facilities.

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• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
• Comments View
  • There is pay and display on street parking available on Hawley Square outside the main entrance.
    
  • There is a public car park on Mill Lane which is approximately 162 metres from the venue.
    
  • This car park is operated by Thanet District council and has 10+ Blue Badge parking bays available.

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Approach (Accessible Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the venue leading to Hawley Square.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm.
  • There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is portable.
  • Please contact reception ahead of your visit for use of the portable ramp.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • 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 19cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• Comments View
  • You must contact reception in advance to use this entrance.

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Inside Access

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
  • There is a/are door(s) 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 carpet and vinyl.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • 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 not play background music/sound.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Other Floors

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The stairs are for public use.
• The stairs are located to the left as you enter from the accessible entrance.
• The stairs are approximately 3m from the accessible entrance.
• The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G, 1.
• There are 15+ steps between floors.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
• The going of the step(s) is/are 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 a landing.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
• The lighting levels at the steps are varied.

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Room(s) (LG4 KTA Kent Training & Apprenticeships Room - Lower Ground Floor)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was KTA Kent Training & Apprenticeships Room.
  • The KTA Kent Training & Apprenticeships Room is located on the lower ground floor, ahead from the lift.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is not step-free access into the room(s).
  • There is/are 5, 14cmcm step(s) for access to the room(s) .
  • The step(s) is not/are not clearly marked and has/have a handrail on the left leading in.
• Room Details View
  • 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 opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Light switches are not between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 64cm and 71cm.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Room(s) (LG1 Metal Work Room - Lower Ground Floor)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was LG1 Metal Work Room.
  • The LG1 metal work room is located on the lower ground floor, to the left as you enter from the accessible entrance, beyond room LG4.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are under 75cm for the room(s).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 86cm and 92cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is laminate.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
  • There are work tables on the wall to the left and ahead as you enter.
    These work tables are 86cm in height.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the lower ground floor, ahead and then to the left, next to the LG1 room.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 88cm.
• The dimensions of the lift are 95cm x 150cm.
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Room(s) (LG2 Room - Lower Ground Floor)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was LG2 Room.
  • The LG2 room is located on the lower ground floor, to the far right as you enter from the accessible entrance, beyond the LG3 room.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in block capital lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is not sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a whiteboard.
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 76cm and 74cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • Furniture cannot be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • This room has several tables throughout.
    These tables are 76cm in height and have chairs without armrests around them.
    There are computer workstations on the left and right walls as you enter.
    These computer workstations are 74cm in height and have some chairs with armrests on both sides around them.

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Room(s) (LG3 Archive Room - Lower Ground Floor)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was LG3 Archive Room.
  • The LG3 archive room is located on the lower ground floor, to the right as you enter from the accessible entrance, just before LG2 Room.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in block capital lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
  • This room is used for archives and some storage.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Lower Ground Floor)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor, in the corridor to the right as you enter from the accessible entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens inwards and outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 185cm x 245cm (6ft 1in x 8ft).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a lid.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are low.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Lower Ground Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located on the lower ground floor, in the corridor to the right as you enter from the accessible entrance.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the shared toilet(s).
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • There is a lowered wash basin.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 80cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered wash basin.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a/are similar standard toilet(s) available.
• Comments View
  • There are four other shared toilets available.

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Approach (Main Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is block paving.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance sign says 'Margate Adult Education Centre'.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 72cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 143cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 110cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 136cm.
  • There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • There is/are 7 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The going of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
• Lift View
  • There is a lift to access this entrance.
  • The lift does bypass the step(s).
• Comments View
  • The width of the opening to access the steps is 115cm (shown in photograph 2).
  • The height of the button to exit is 70cm (shown in photograph 10).

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Lift (Main Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left of the entrance.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 86cm.
• The dimensions of the lift are 102cm x 140cm.
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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• Comments View
  • The width of the opening to access the lift is 116cm (shown in photograph 2).

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Reception (Ground Floor)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on the ground floor, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The reception point is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the lift.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point, via lift.
  • 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 high (110cm+) .
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 72cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing system is available only on request.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • 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 carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There are sofas only in the waiting area.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Room(s) (G2 Room - Ground Floor)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was G2 Room.
  • The G2 room is located on the ground floor, to the right as you exit the lift, next to the G1 Tutor Room.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in block capital lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a whiteboard.
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 74cm and 76cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • Furniture can be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There are several tables in the room.
    These tables are 76cm in height and have chairs without armrests in front of them.
    There are some computer workstations towards the far left as you enter.
    These workstations are 74cm in height and have chairs with armrests on both sides in front of them.
    There are double doors to enter the G1 Tutor Room on the far left wall as you enter.
    This entrance has one locked leaf and is 70cm in width, opens away from you (push) and is heavy.

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Room(s) (G3 Room - Ground Floor)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was G3 Room.
  • The G3 room is located on the ground floor, to the left as you exit the lift, next to the café/common room.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in block capital lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a television screen, a projector screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 74cm and 76cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • Furniture can be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There are several tables in the room.
    These tables are 76cm in height and have chairs without armrests around them.
    There are some computer workstations available in the room.
    These workstations are 74cm in height and have chairs with armrests on both sides in front of them.

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Eating and Drinking (Café/Common Room - Ground Floor)

• The following information is for the café.
• The café is located on the ground floor, to the left as you exit the lift, next to the G3 Room.
• There is step-free access to the café.
• There is a/are single, heavy manual door(s) to access this area.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food and/or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food and/or drinks can be brought to the table.
• The height of the service counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm) .
• There is not a lowered section of the counter.
• There is not a hearing assistance system .
• There is step-free access within the café.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• This area does play background music.
• The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
• The nearest table is approximately 5m from the entrance/opening.
• The nearest table is approximately 3m from the till/counter.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 45cm.
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 74cm.
• Takeaway cups are available.
• Takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• There are menu boards/signs available.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Room(s) (F1 Room - First Floor)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was F1 Room.
  • The F1 room is located on the first floor, to the right as you exit the lift, next to the interview room.
  • The F5 room, F3 room and F2 room have the same specifications and layout as the F1 Room.
    These rooms were occupied at the time of survey.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a whiteboard.
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 74cm and 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There are several tables in the room.
    These tables are 76cm in height and have chairs without armrests around them.

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Room(s) (F4 Room - First Floor)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was F4 Room.
  • The F4 room is located on the first floor, to the left as you exit the lift.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a television screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 75cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • Furniture can be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There are several tables in the room.
    These tables are 76cm in height and have chairs without armrests around them.

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Room(s) (Interview Room - First Floor)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was Interview Room.
  • The interview room is located on the first floor, to the right as you exit the lift, next to the F1 Room.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, that is clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The colour contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is some fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 74cm.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • Furniture cannot be reconfigured to allow a turning space for wheelchair users.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are some chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
  • There are some work desks available in the room.
    These work desks are 74cm in height and have chairs with armrests on both sides in front of them.
    There is a key pad to the right of the door that is 145cm in height to enter the room.
    Only staff know the code to enter.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Right Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
• The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, to the far right as you exit the lift, next to the F3 Room.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is Braille, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 89cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 158cm x 240cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 10in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 112cm from floor level.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by bins.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general waste (with no lid) and female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 108cm and 147cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The shelf is at a height of 86cm.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 98cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.