Access Guide
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About
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- This guide covers the route from Arrival Gates A1 to A12, to exit the terminal building including Border Control, Baggage Claim and the Arrivals Hall.
- Facilities available in the venue include: There is a shop and cafés in the arrivals hall.
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout.
- The arrival gates on Levels 0, 1 and 2 and the baggage reclaim hall can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
- The baggage reclaim hall can also be accessed by escalator.
Getting Help and Assistance
- For information about the Special Assistance at Manchester Airport please click here (new tab).
- There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
- British Sign Language can be provided virtually.
- There is a designated assistance dog spending area.
- The sunflower room is located in the Terminal 1 Departures Lounge.
There is an assistance dog spending area located in Terminal 2 next to Departure Gates B.
Passengers are escorted to this area by a member of staff.
Passengers with booked assistance: Passengers who have booked assistance should note that you can only be dropped off near to the Departures area.
If you require help to get to the assistance check-in desk, passenger's helpers are required to park in the short-term parking at arrivals, walk through to arrivals, go up a lift and around the corner to reach the assistance check-in desk, and request further assistance for the passenger.
All parking in the multi-storey is pre-booked only.
Related Access Guides
- To view other AccessAble Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
- Getting to Terminal 2 link (new tab) - click here.
- Terminal 2 - Multi Storey West link (new tab) - click here.
- Terminal 2 - Multi Storey East link (new tab) - click here.
- Drop and Go link (new tab) - click here.
Ambulift
- The clear door width of the platform lift used to access the Ambulift is 95cm.
- The dimensions of the platform lift used to access the Ambulift are 236cm x 137cm.
- There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is seating available in the Ambulift.
- There are chairs with armrests and bench seats available in the Ambulift.
Getting from the Arrivals Gates
- The start and end of the travelators are clearly marked.
- There are gaps between the travelators along the route.
- Assistance vehicles are available.
- There are resting/seating areas along the route.
- Wayfinding signage is available along the route.
- Lighting levels are varied.
- For information on how to book assistance please visit the airport website.
Lift (Arrivals A - Airbridge to Arrivals Corridor)
- The lift is located ahead from the airbridge.
- The floors which are accessible by the lift surveyed are Levels 0, 1 and 2.
- The lift does have a recommended turning space (150cm x 150cm) in front of it.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at the recommended height (between 90cm - 120cm).
- The lift door opening width is 100cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 260cm.
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a low visual contrast.
- All of the internal lift controls are at the recommended height (between 90cm - 120cm).
- Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a hearing assistance alarm system, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
Stairs (Arrivals A - Airbridge to Arrivals Corridor)
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are Levels 0, 1 and 2.
- There are 9 steps, which are clearly marked, with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are not easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Toilet and Changing Facilities
- There are 10+ toilets with adaptations.
- Toilets with adaptations are located on the Arrivals corridor, at Immigration, Baggage Claim and the Arrivals Hall.
- The transfer space within the toilets with adaptations varies between left and right.
- Changing Places facilities are located before Immigration.
- Step-free male and female toilet facilities are located on the Arrivals corridor.
- Step-free male and female toilet facilities are located before Immigration.
- Step-free male and female toilet facilities are located at Baggage Claim.
- Step-free standard toilets which include facilities for ambulant disabled people are located on the Arrivals corridor, Immigration, Baggage Claim and the Arrivals Hall.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located on the Arrivals corridor, Immigration, Baggage Claim and the Arrivals Hall.
Toilet with Adaptations (Arrival Gates A11 and A12 - Right Hand Transfer)
- This toilet is located on the left side of the corridor after Gates 11 and 12.
- There is step-free level access into the toilet.
- There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens outwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the toilet door opening is 15cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the cubicle are 247cm x 224cm and it has a turning space of at least 150cm x 150cm.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the seat but it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 177cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 110cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 98cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is an unobstructed shelf.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are two coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 107cm and 168cm from the floor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor varies between high visual contrast and low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Parent and Baby Room / Baby Feeding Room (Arrival Gates A11 and A12)
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- The door to enter opens outwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the door opening is 115cm.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- The baby change facility when in use is at a height of 100cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- There are no seats available in this room.
- There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
- The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin.
Toilet with Adaptations (Arrival Gates A6, A7 and A8 - Left Hand Transfer)
- This toilet is located on the left side of the corridor after Gate 7.
- There is step-free level access into the toilet.
- There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens both ways and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the toilet door opening is 111cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the cubicle are 222cm x 414cm and it has a turning space of at least 150cm x 150cm.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left of the seat but it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 156cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 109cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 71cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a waste bin , a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are two coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 107cm and 168cm from the floor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor varies between high visual contrast and low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels are bright.
- There is another toilet with adaptions with right hand transfer in this area.
Toilet with Adaptations (Arrival Gates A4 - Left Hand Transfer)
- This toilet is located on the left of the arrivals corridor opposite Gate 4.
- There is step-free level access into the toilet.
- There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens outwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the toilet door opening is 112cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the cubicle are 244cm x 230cm and it has a turning space of at least 150cm x 150cm.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left of the seat but it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 179cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 108cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a waste bin , a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 168cm from the floor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor varies between high visual contrast and low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Changing Places (Arrivals Corridor - Far End of Border Control - Transfer Both Sides)
- This Changing Places facility is located at the right end of the border control desks.
- The facility is additional to standard and accessible toilets, and is not located close to other managed facilities.
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- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens outwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the door opening is 97cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
- The dimensions of the facility are 298cm x 402cm.
- The ceiling height is at a minimum height of 2.4m and there is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
- The facility has a non-slip floor.
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Toilet Details
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- There are lateral transfer spaces on both sides of the seat but the left side is obstructed.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 165cm (5ft 4in).
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 83cm (2ft 8in).
- There is a lever flush on the right transfer side.
- There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The vertical grab rails have a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
- The dropdown rails have a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet does not have a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is 97cm from the floor.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The length of the facility changing bench is 185cm.
- The facility changing bench is free standing and height-adjustable.
- The changing places hoist is powered overhead and covers all areas in the cubicle.
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Fixtures and Features
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- A privacy screen is not available.
- The type of wash basin is adjustable.
- The wash basin is 79cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser is 119cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is 94cm from the floor.
- Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is an unobstructed shelf.
- The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin, a sanitary bin and a clinical waste bin.
- There is one coat hook.
- The coat hook is 130cm from the floor.
- There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Toilet with Adaptations (Arrivals Corridor Near Border Control - Right Hand Transfer)
- This toilet is located on the corridor before border control.
- There is step-free level access into the toilet.
- There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens outwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the toilet door opening is 108cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the cubicle are 227cm x 416cm and it has a turning space of at least 150cm x 150cm.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the seat but it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 163cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 113cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 103cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 92cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it is not at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The cubicle has a waste bin , a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are two coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 142cm and 182cm from the floor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor varies between high visual contrast and low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Toilet with Adaptations (Arrivals Corridor Before Border Control - Right Hand Transfer)
- This toilet is located on the left side of the arrivals corridor before border control.
- There is step-free level access into the toilet.
- There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens outwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the toilet door opening is 114cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the cubicle are 242cm x 220cm and it has a turning space of at least 150cm x 150cm.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the seat but it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 151cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 112cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 103cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are two coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 142cm and 182cm from the floor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor varies between high visual contrast and low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Border Control
- The route to Border Control has step-free level access and bollards.
- There is clear signage to Border Control.
- There is a member of staff available to provide assistance at border control.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels are varied.
- There is step-free level access to the border control desks.
- There is clear directional signage for the lane to the border control desk.
- The minimum width of the queuing lane is 113cm.
- There is a designated lane available for passengers requiring assistance.
- Desk 01 is designated for passengers requiring assistance.
- The height of the designated desk is 76cm.
- The border control desk surveyed was 30.
- The height of the border control desk is 123cm.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is step-free level access to the E Gates.
- There is clear directional signage for the lanes to the E Gates.
- The minimum width of the queuing lane is 110cm.
- The width of the E Gate opening is 69cm.
- The height of the passport reader is 104cm.
Lift (Border Control to Baggage Claim)
- The lift is located to the right after border control.
- The floors which are accessible by the lift surveyed are floors 0 and 1.
- The lift does have a recommended turning space (150cm x 150cm) in front of it.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at the recommended height (between 90cm - 120cm).
- The lift door opening width is 121cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 138cm x 240cm.
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a low visual contrast.
- All of the internal lift controls are at the recommended height (between 90cm - 120cm).
- Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a hearing assistance alarm system and a visual floor indicator.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There are other lifts which are similar in size at the same location.
Escalator (Border Control to Baggage Claim)
- The escalator is located to the right from border control.
- The floors which are accessible by escalator are floors 0 and 1.
- The escalator only goes down.
- The escalator steps are unmarked.
- The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalator are clearly marked.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Stairs (Border Control to Baggage Claim)
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are to the right from border control.
- There are more than 20 steps, which are clearly marked, with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- Steps are split with a resting area.
- The height of the highest step is 17cm.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Baggage Claim
- The most accessible route from Border Control to Baggage Claim has step-free level access and a lift.
- There is clear signage to the baggage claim area.
- There are 6 baggage carousels.
- The baggage carousels are clearly signed.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels are bright.
- There are information screens showing carousel flight assignment.
- There is a member of staff available to assist with retrieving baggage from the carousels.
Counter (Lost Luggage - Global Baggage Solutions)
- The counter is located at the rear of carousel 8.
- The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free level access to the counter.
- The height of the counter is 94cm.
- The lowered section of the counter is at a height of 72cm.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the lowered section of the counter.
- The counter has televisions and patterned backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- The touchscreen is between the heights of 118cm and 150cm.
- There is not a height adjustable touchscreen available.
- There is a touchscreen at a height of 150cm available.
- There is no (or very little) background noise.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
Toilet with Adaptations (Baggage Belt 7 - Right Hand Transfer)
- This toilet is located at the rear of the Baggage Claim hall behind carousel 7.
- There is step-free level access into the toilet.
- There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens outwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the toilet door opening is 114cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the cubicle are 251cm x 254cm and it has a turning space of at least 150cm x 150cm.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the seat but it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 159cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 112cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 92cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are two coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 141cm and 181cm from the floor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor varies between high visual contrast and low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels are bright.
- There is another toilet with adaptions with left hand transfer in this area.
Toilet with Adaptations (Baggage Belt 12 - Right Hand Transfer)
- This toilet is located to the left end of the Baggage Claim hall.
- There is step-free level access into the toilet.
- There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens outwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the toilet door opening is 115cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the cubicle are 123cm x 267cm and it does not have a 150cm x 150cm turning space.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the right of the seat but it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 112cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are two coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 142cm and 182cm from the floor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor varies between high visual contrast and low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels are bright.
- There is another toilet with adaptions with left hand transfer in this area.
Entrance (Entrance to Arrivals Hall)
- This entrance is located to the right after Customs.
- There is step-free level access at the entrance.
- The entrance area is clearly signed.
- There are no help points available.
- There are double automatic doors which open towards you.
- The width of the opening is 115cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second set of automatic doors which open away from you.
- The width of the opening is 151cm.
- The second doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter the entrance.
Arrivals
- There is step-free access throughout.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
- Lighting levels are varied.
- Arrivals information boards are available.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the area.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
- There are not audible announcements in this area.
- There is background noise.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- The area has multiple floors which can be accessed via stairs, lift and escalator.
Seating Area
- The seating area is located at both ends of the arrivals hall.
- There is step-free level access in this area.
- There is designated seating available for people who require assistance.
- There is space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
- There are fixed chairs with armrests and fixed tables available in this area.
- The tables are not suitable for wheelchair users (between 70cm - 80cm and free from obstruction).
- Some flooring is shiny.
- There is no (or very little) background noise.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Lighting levels are varied.
Toilet with Adaptations (Opposite Exit 3 - Left Hand Transfer)
- This toilet is located at the end of the arrivals hall, opposite Exit 3.
- There is step-free level access into the toilet.
- There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens outwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the toilet door opening is 115cm.
- The door has a lever twist lock.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the cubicle are 240cm x 224cm and it has a turning space of at least 150cm x 150cm.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left of the seat but it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 174cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 112cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 97cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a medium visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 91cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The cubicle has a waste bin , a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The contrast between the walls and floor varies between high visual contrast and low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels are bright.
- There is another toilet with adaptions with right hand transfer in this area.
Toilet with Adaptations (Exit 1 and 2 - Left Hand Transfer)
- This toilet is located opposite exit 2.
- There is step-free level access into the toilet.
- There is pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the door.
- The door to enter opens inwards and has a low visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The width of the toilet door opening is 115cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
- The dimensions of the cubicle are 256cm x 224cm and it has a turning space of at least 150cm x 150cm.
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left of the seat but it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 190cm (from the side of the toilet pan to the wall).
- There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet roll holder is 111cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
- The wash basin tap type is sensor.
- The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
- The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast with the surrounding walls.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
- The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
- The hand dryer is 90cm from the floor.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm at a recommended height (within 10cm from the floor).
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
- The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
- The cubicle has a waste bin , a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
- There are two coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 142cm and 179cm from the floor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor varies between high visual contrast and low visual contrast.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Lift (Arrivals to Departures)
- The lift is located at the end of the arrivals hall before exit 1.
- The floors which are accessible by the lift surveyed are 0 and 2.
- The lift does have a recommended turning space (150cm x 150cm) in front of it.
- The lift door has a high visual contrast.
- The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
- All of the external lift controls are at the recommended height (between 90cm - 120cm).
- The lift door opening width is 183cm.
- The internal dimensions of the lift are 216cm x 216cm.
- The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a low visual contrast.
- All of the internal lift controls are at the recommended height (between 90cm - 120cm).
- Internally the lift has: a hearing assistance alarm system, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There are other lifts which vary in size at the same location.
Escalator (Arrivals to Departures)
- The escalator is located at the end of the arrivals hall before exit 1.
- The floors which are accessible by escalator are 0 and 2.
- The escalator goes both up and down.
- The escalator steps are unmarked.
- The foot (bottom) and head (top) of the escalator are clearly marked.
- Lighting levels are bright.
Room (Prayer Room Level 3)
- The room is located at the west end of the check in hall.
- The room is clearly signed.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is step-free level access in the room.
- There is space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is not a speaker system in this room.
- There is no (or very little) background noise.
- Lighting levels are varied.
Exit (Exit 2)
- This exit is located to the rear of the arrivals hall.
- There are no help points available.
- There is step-free level access at the exit.
- There are double automatic doors which open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 184cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second set of automatic doors which open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 198cm.
- The second doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access after you exit.
Exit (Exit 1 - To T2 Multi Storey West)
- This exit is located at the left hand side of the Arrivals Hall when entering after Customs.
- There are help points available, but not at a low level.
- There is step-free level access at the exit.
- There are double automatic doors which open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 192cm.
- The doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is a second set of automatic doors which open by sliding.
- The width of the opening is 192cm.
- The second doors have a low visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access after you exit.
