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Children's Centre

• Services/facilities provided include; a nursery (pre-school), midwife visits, health checks for baby and mother, parent and baby groups and other group sessions.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Located on Brewery Road in Milton Regis. The M2 junction 5 with direct links to London and Canterbury is 4.0 miles away via Crown Road, Staplehurst Road and A249. Sittingbourne Town Centre is 1.1 miles away via High Street, Mill Way and Eurolink Way.
  • There is limited onsite parking and some street parking available on Brewery Road.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • There nearest bus stop is located on High Street, approximately 0.1 miles from the venue. There are buses available to Sheerness, Kemsley and Sittingbourne.
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• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Sittingbourne.
  • Sittingbourne Station is approximately 1 mile from the venue. There are direct services available to London St Pancras International, London Victoria, Ramsgate, Luton, Faversham and Canterbury.
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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.
• Staff receive disability awareness/equality training.
• Staff receive deaf awareness training.
• British Sign Language interpreters cannot be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request, large print on request, 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 have its own parking facilities.

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• Parking View
  • The car parking facilities are for Blue Badge holders only.
  • The car park is located at the front of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 330cm x 490cm.
  • There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do need to be booked in advance.
  • Please contact the children's centre ahead of visiting to make sure space is available.
  • Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
  • All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
• Paying View
  • There are no parking charges for the car park.
• Access from the Car Park View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 5m from the main entrance.
• Drop-off Point(s) View
  • There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
• Comments View
  • There is limited on-street parking available on Brewery Road outside the venue and a short term car park at the top of the road called Milton Regis Short Term Car Park.

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Approach (Main Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient.

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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 venue.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance sign says 'Welcome to Sure Start Children's Centre'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is 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 single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 104cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on 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 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 low (76cm or lower) .
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on 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 not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The hearing assistance system is 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 vinyl.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Inside Access

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There is a/are door(s) in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is 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.

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Room(s) (Health Visitor Room)

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• Access View
  • The room surveyed was Health Visitor Room.
  • Health Visitor Room is located on the ground floor, to the right as you exit the reception area.
  • 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 a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 72cm.
  • 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 vinyl.
  • 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 is a bed for consultations.
    The height of the bed is 90cm.
    There is a desk with height adjustable chairs with armrests.
    There further chairs with and without armrests.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Health Visitor Room)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located in the Health Visitor Room.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the shared toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial 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 a lowered wash basin.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 77cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the 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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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor Main Corridor)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, in the main corridor to the right, opposite the main office.
  • The accessible toilet surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 300cm (5ft 3in x 9ft 10in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 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 a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste, female sanitary and clinical waste 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 the left.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 90cm.
  • 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Day Room (Nursery)

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• Access View
  • Nursery is located on the ground floor, at the rear of the corridor leading from the reception area.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • 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 a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 42cm and 72cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet and vinyl.
  • 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.
  • At time of survey the nursery was in use.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the venue.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key code is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key code reader is 110cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 106cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at this entrance.
• Comments View
  • This entrance is coded and requires reception to escort you in.

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Sensory Room

• The sensory room is located on the ground floor next to the rear entrance.
• There is step free access into the sensory room.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm.
• The door is easy to open.
• The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
• The sensory room has carpet flooring with several soft cushions, bean bags and mats scattered throughout.
  There is various types of lighting throughout such as lava, strobe, disco, flashing and solid shapes.
  There is a projector to put various colours and patterns on the walls.

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Day Room (Playroom)

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• Access View
  • The Playroom is located on the ground floor, at the rear of the venue.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • 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 a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 46cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • 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 is a work surface with a sink to the far left.
    The height of the work surface and sink is 74cm.
    The Playroom is located at the rear of the children's centre and is accessible via the rear entrance only.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Playroom - Left Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located at the far right of Playroom as you enter from the rear entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the rear entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 250cm x 240cm (8ft 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.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are clinical waste, female sanitary and general domestic waste 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 not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 74cm (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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
  • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Playroom Children's Toilet)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located at the rear of Meeting Room 1, next to the accessible toilet.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the rear entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the shared toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial 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 a lowered wash basin.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 66cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the 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 low to moderate.
• Comments View
  • This toilet is only accessible via Meeting Room 1, using the rear entrance.

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Other Floors

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The stairs are for public use.
• The stairs are located on the right just after you exit the reception area.
• The stairs are approximately 9m from the main entrance.
• The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
• There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
• The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
• There are 15+ steps between floors.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
• 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 second lower handrail.
• There is a landing.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
• The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the right after you exit the reception area next to the stairs .
• The lift was out of use at the time of the survey.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) 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 floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
• There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 96cm.
• The dimensions of the lift are 145cm x 105cm.
• There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does 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 not have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor Corridor - Left Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor between Meeting Room 2 and the Kitchen.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) 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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 330cm (5ft 3in x 10ft 10in).
  • 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, general domestic waste and clinical waste 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 the right.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 72cm (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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• 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.

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Day Room (Meeting Room 1 - First Floor)

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• Access View
  • Meeting Room 1 is located on the first floor, at the very rear of the main corridor.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • 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).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 44cm and 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
  • 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 is a sink to the left as you enter.
    The height of the is sink is 74cm.
    This room has a partition wall that can be opened into Meeting Room 3 next door to create one large room.

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Day Room (Meeting Room 3 - First Floor)

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• Access View
  • Meeting Room 3 is located on the first floor, at the very rear of the corridor.
  • There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• 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 between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • Furniture in the day room includes; chairs with no armrests.
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 77cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
  • 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 is a keypad lock to enter the room which is on the right as you face the door.
    The height of the lock is 112cm.
    There is a sink to the far right as you enter.
    The height of the is sink is 74cm.
    This room has a partition wall that can be opened into Meeting Room 1 next door to create one large room.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Meeting Room 3 - First Floor - Right Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, to the right as you enter Meeting Room 3.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) 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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 225cm (5ft 3in x 7ft 5in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste bin and baby changing table.
  • 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 not an emergency alarm.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are clinical waste, 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 the left.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot 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 60cm (1ft 12in).
  • 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • 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 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• 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.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
  • The baby change table is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 100cm (3ft 3in).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Meeting Room 3 Children's Toilet - First 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 first floor, to the right as you enter Meeting Room 3.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the shared toilet(s), via lift.
  • There is pictorial 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 a lowered wash basin.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 66cm.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the 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.