Access Guide
Getting Here
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By Road
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- From the M20 junction 9, take the A251 exit to Ashford/A20/Faversham.
At the roundabout, take the third exit onto Fougeres Way/A20.
Keep left to stay on Fougeres Way/A20.
At Drovers Roundabout, take the third exit onto Templer Way/A28.
At Tank Roundabout, take the third exit onto Chart Road/A28.
At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Brookfield Road/B2229.
Turn left onto Godfrey Walk and the venue is located on the left. - The venue has its own parking facilities with 2 Blue Badge bays.
- From the M20 junction 9, take the A251 exit to Ashford/A20/Faversham.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
- The nearest bus stop is located on Beaver Road (Christchurch Road).
- For more information on journey planning please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Ashford International.
- Ashford International Train Station is approximately 650m away.
- For more information on Ashford International Train Station please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on Southeastern Railway please click here (opens new tab).
Getting Help and Assistance
- Westchurch House please click here (new tab).
- 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 on request, Makaton on request, different languages on request and audio 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.
Parking
- The venue does have its own parking facilities.
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Parking
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- 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 signposted and have markings which are faded.
- There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 240cm x 480cm.
- There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
- Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
- All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
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Paying
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- There are no parking charges for the car park.
- Parking is free for visitors of the venue.
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Access from the Car Park
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- 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.
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Drop-off Point(s)
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- There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).
Approach
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles and block paving.
- The approach surface is uneven in places.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
- There is a ramp with a very easy incline.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).
Access Point (Pedestrian Entrance)
- This information is for the access point located at the right side of the venue.
- There is not an information board/map at this access point.
- There is step-free access at this access point.
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Access Point
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- There is a gate which opens away from you (push).
- The gate is permanently held open.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the right side as you face the building.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance sign says 'Welcome to Westchurch House'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 120cm.
- 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 120cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located immediately to the right as you enter.
- The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 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 medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 09/09/2021.
- The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
- 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.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
- The seats have an armrest on one side only.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the building.
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and laminate.
- Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- 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 in public areas.
Room(s) (Interview Room 1 - Reception)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Interview Room 1 - Reception.
- Interview Room 1 - Reception is located to the left as you enter the main entrance.
- 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).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The room is accessed via a card reader set at 110cm to the side of the entrance.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
- 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.
- There is 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.
Room(s) (Interview Room 2 - Reception)
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- The room surveyed was Interview Room 2 - Reception.
- Interview Room 2 - Reception is located to the left as you enter the main entrance.
- 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).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The room is accessed via a card reader set at 110cm to the side of the entrance.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
- 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.
Toilet with Adaptations (Reception)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located opposite the main entrance, to the left of reception.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- The key is not a radar key.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens inwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 185cm x 190cm (6ft 1in x 6ft 3in).
- 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 115cm (3ft 9in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by bins.
- There is a flush 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 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), general domestic waste and female sanitary disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 48cm (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 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser can 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 95cm (3ft 1in).
- There is not a hand dryer.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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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Baby Changing Facilities
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- 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 95cm (3ft 1in).
Standard Toilet(s) (Reception)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s)
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- The shared toilets that were surveyed are located straight ahead as you enter.
- The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the shared toilet(s).
- There is 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.
Room(s) (Lavender Room - Contact Wing)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Lavender Room.
- Lavender Room is located on the main corridor of the contact wing.
- 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 step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not 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 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.
Room(s) (Thyme Room - Contact Wing)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Thyme Room.
- Thyme Room is located on the main corridor of the contact wing.
- 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 step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- 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.
Kitchen (Contact Wing)
- The kitchen is located on the main corridor of the contact wing.
- There is step-free access to the kitchen.
- The kitchen has open access (no doors).
- There is not ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the kitchen.
- The height of the work surfaces are 90cm (2ft 11in).
- There is not a dual height refreshment counter.
- There is not a work surface with a clear knee recess.
- There is not a height adjustable work surface.
- The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
- Vending machines are not available.
- Takeaway cups are not available.
- Drinking straws are not available.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Comments
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- The kitchen is located within a recess off the main corridor.
Standard Toilet(s) (Shared - Contact Wing)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s)
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- The shared toilets that were surveyed are located on the main corridor of the contact wing.
- The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the shared toilet(s).
- There is pictorial and written text 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.
Toilet with Adaptations (Contact Wing)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the contact wing main corridor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 95cm.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 225cm (6ft 7in x 7ft 5in).
- 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 115cm from floor level.
- There is not a lateral transfer space.
- The transfer space is obstructed by the hand basin and a bin.
- There is not a spatula type lever flush.
- 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 female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 170cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 mirror.
- There is a shelf next to the toilet.
- The shelf is at a height of 35cm.
- The toilet has a lid.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (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 95cm (3ft 1in).
- 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
- There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at 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 110cm.
- 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.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- The lighting levels are good.
Room(s) (Basil Room - Contact Wing)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Basil Room.
- Basil Room is located on the main corridor of the contact wing.
- 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 step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- 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.
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Comments
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- This room was being used for storage at the time of the survey.
Room(s) (Rosemary Room - Contact Wing)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Rosemary Room.
- Rosemary Room is located on the main corridor of the contact wing.
- 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 step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- 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.
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Comments
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- This room was being used for storage at the time of the survey.
Room(s) (Garden Room - Contact Wing)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Garden Room.
- Garden Room is located on the main corridor of the contact wing.
- 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 step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 55cm.
- 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 and laminate.
- 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.
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- At one end of the room there is a small worktop and sink with a height of 90cm.
- There is no knee recess beneath the worktop.
- The sink has twist/turn taps that are clearly marked hot and cold.
Room(s) (Potting Shed - Contact Wing)
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- The room surveyed was Potting Shed.
- Potting Shed is located on the main corridor of the contact wing.
- 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 step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- 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 laminate.
- There is 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.
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Comments
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- This room was being used for storage at the time of the survey.
- In the rear corner of the room there is a sink and draining area with a height of 90cm.
- There is no knee recess beneath this worktop.
- The sink has clearly marked twist/turn taps.
Room(s) (Juniper Room - Contact Wing)
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- The room surveyed was Juniper Room.
- Juniper Room is located on the main corridor of the contact wing.
- There is not wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
- Signage for the room(s) is not 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).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not 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 moderate to good.
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- There is a baby change unit at a fixed height of 100cm within the room.
Room(s) (Contact Lounge - Office Wing)
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- The room surveyed was Contact Lounge.
- Contact Lounge is located on the main corridor of the office wing.
- 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 low.
- There is step-free access into the room(s).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- 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 has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 55cm and 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 carpet and laminate.
- 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.
Standard Toilet(s) (Male - Office Wing)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the main corridor of the office wing.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the male 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 80cm.
- There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the lowered wash basin.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilets.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
Standard Toilet(s) (Shared - Office Wing)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s)
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- The shared toilets that were surveyed are located on the main corridor of the office wing.
- The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m (21yd 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.
- 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 twist/turn.
- 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.
Kitchen (Office Wing)
- The kitchen is located on the main corridor of the office wing.
- There is step-free access to the kitchen.
- There is a/are door(s) to access the kitchen.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
- The width of the door opening is 80cm.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the kitchen.
- The height of the work surfaces are 90cm (2ft 11in).
- There is not a dual height refreshment counter.
- There is not a work surface with a clear knee recess.
- There is not a height adjustable work surface.
- The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
- Vending machines are not available.
- Takeaway cups are not available.
- Drinking straws are not available.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
Room(s) (Professionals Meeting Room - Office Wing)
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Access
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- The room surveyed was Professionals Meeting Room.
- Professionals Meeting Room is located on the main corridor of the office wing.
- 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).
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Room Details
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- The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- The door(s) is/are single.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some 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 projector screen and a whiteboard.
- There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is not 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.
