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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; 3 sports halls, strength and conditioning suite, 3 studios, 6 squash courts, a 120 station gym, a stretching zone, a viewing gallery, a rowing club, and the sun room breakout zone.
  • Services / Facilities within the grounds include; 2 rugby pitches, 7 football pitches, 2 smaller football pitches, a sand based AstroTurf pitch, 3 x 3g pitches and 2 tennis courts.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • There is a/are Changing Places toilet(s) located on the ground floor along the corridor to the left as you enter the building, in the East Wing opposite Court 3.
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor along the corridor to the left as you enter in the East Wing opposite the sports hall Court 2, and on the ground floor along the right hand corridor as you enter the building to the front of the West Wing.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor in the standard changing rooms along the front of the West Wing of the building, and along the corridor to the right as you enter at the front of the West Wing.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor in the standard changing rooms along the front of the West Wing and East Wing of the building, and along the corridor to the right as you enter at the front of the West Wing.
  • Shared standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor in the standard changing rooms along the front of the West Wing and East Wing of the building, and along the corridor to the right as you enter at the front of the West Wing.
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the East Wing toilet with adaptations cubicle.
  • Standard changing facilities are located on the ground floor in the East Wing and West Wing.
  • Accessible shower facilities are located in the East Wing female and male standard changing rooms and in the West Wing female and male standard changing rooms.
  • Standard shower facilities are located in the East Wing female and male standard changing rooms and in the West Wing female and male standard changing rooms.

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Opening Times (Allam Sports Centre)

• Monday 07:00 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 07:00 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 07:00 - 22:00.
• Thursday 07:00 - 22:00.
• Friday 07:00 - 22:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 19:00.
• Sunday 09:00 - 19:00.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University Campus is located to the North of the city centre. There are three entrances to the campus, two off Cottingham Road to the South of the campus, and one off Inglemire Lane to the North. Both of these roads are accessed off Beverley Road (A1079) which leads North from the city centre.
  • Permit parking is available throughout the campus, and the Wilberforce car park is a pay and display car park, located next to the Wilberforce Building.
  • For more information on getting to the university by road please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • For full information on bus routes, please refer to the university's website (below) for the most up to date information.
  • For more information on how to get to the university by bus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Hull Paragon Interchange.
  • Hull Paragon Interchange is located in the city centre, just over 2 miles from the campus. Bus routes 104 and 105 can be used to reach the campus for Hull Paragon Interchange.
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Useful Information

• We provide advice and guidance to students and staff with a wide range of disabilities, sensory and physical impairments and ongoing medical conditions. We take a holistic approach and the services we offer are tailored to individual needs.
  If you have a planned visit to our Campus, please raise any queries or concerns with your host pre-arrival.
  As we are an inclusive university, we will always respond in a supportive and sensitive way to staff, students or visitors’ accessibility needs.
  If there is an emergency on campus ring Security Control Room on 01482 465555.
• To see more information on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: equalitydiversity@hull.ac.uk.
• All visitors attending an open day will be asked on the booking form to advise of any reasonable adjustments or accessibility requirements.
  Accessible parking is available and information regarding this will be provide before the visit. Signage and staff will also be available for directions on the day.
  There are several quiet spaces on campus which will be available to use on open days. Please ask a member of staff on arrival.
  A representative from Student Support will be available at all open days to answer any questions related to disability or accessibility support. .
• To see more information on Open Days please click here (opens new tab).
• Visit the Hubble Centre 1st Floor, Student Central. We are open between 9.00 and 5.00, Monday to Friday.
  Existing students can raise an enquiry via the HUBBLE Portal
  Parents, guardians or graduates can contact us via the email address below.
  
  Disability Support for Staff
  The University is a Disability Confident Employer
  New Employees with Disabilities will be supported through the Occupational Health & Wellbeing Team .
• To see more information on Disability Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01482 462 222.
• Email: studentservices@hull.ac.uk.
• Disability Support can also be contacted via Whatsapp on +44(0)7970 385838.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: rooms@hull.ac.uk.
• To see more information on General Student Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01482 462 222.
• Email: studentservices@hull.ac.uk.
• Equality, diversity and inclusion training is mandatory for all staff.

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located in front of the sports centre.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 5 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 230cm x 473cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 120cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There are 5 Blue Badge bays, in different areas of the car park. The Blue Badge bays surveyed were the 2 at the front of the sports centre, to the right of the main entrance ramp. There are also 2 standalone Blue Badge bays, to the left and right of the entrance from Inglemere Road.

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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 sports centre.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'ENTRANCE'.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 94cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 92cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the ramp.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located to the left or right of the ramp.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • 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 step at the head of the ramp on either side. The step to the right as you face the building entrance has a handrail on the left (going up). The step to the left as you face the building entrance has a handrail on the right (going up).

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Reception (Main Reception)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located ahead as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) 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 at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is 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 120cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 75cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath 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 not signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 22/01/2025.
  • The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The seats do not have armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • 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 vinyl.
  • There is flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music in communal areas.
  • Music is played in all areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Entrance (Sports Hall Court 1)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor in the East Wing.
  • This entrance gives access to the sports hall court 1.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 205cm.
• Lift View
  • There is a separate exit. The exit consists of double gates. The gates have a poor colour contrast. The gates are heavy but can be left permanently open on request. The gates are 170cm wide.

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Sports Hall

• The sports hall is located on the ground floor of the sports centre in the East Wing.
• The sports hall is approximately 20m from the main entrance.
• There are 3 courts in the sports hall.
• The court surveyed was court 1.
• The courts are partitioned and can be opened up to make 1 large court.
• The surface of the sports hall is wood.
• The surface is shiny.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a viewing area with flip down seats.
• The viewing area has staggered seating.
• The steps to the seating are clearly marked.
• The highest step is deep (27cm).
• There is also bench seating located throughout.

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Gym (Fitness Suite)

• There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the gym.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you.
• The width of the door opening is 175cm.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• The door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The gym is staffed when open.
• There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
• Staff receive training in assisting disabled people.
• There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
• There is not level access to all of the equipment.
• Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights, cable resistance machines, upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed and arm cycles.
• Background music is played.
• The flooring in the gym consists of wood and a plastic covering.
• There is flooring with a shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The central area of the fitness suite has a raised area with a lip to access it.

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Squash Courts

• There are 6 squash courts located on the ground floor at the very end of the West Wing.
• The court surveyed was court 2.
• There is a door to enter court 2.
• The door does not contrast visibly with its surroundings.
• The door opens away from you (push).
• The door is heavy.
• The door is 90cm wide.
• The flooring of court 2 is shiny.
• There is a seating area just before you enter court 2.
• The seating does not have arm rests.
• Opposite courts 4 to 6 there is a raised seating area.
• The raised seating area has 2 shallow steps at a height of 7cm.

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Other Floors (East Wing)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located in the East Wing to the left.
  • The stairs are approximately 25m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the 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 depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 28cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Other Floors (West Wing)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located in the West Wing foyer.
  • The stairs are approximately 20m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the first floor and on the second floor.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G, 1 and 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 29cm.
  • 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 not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.
• Other Information View
  • There are 2 types of handrail. The handrail on the right is easy to grip. The handrail on the left is not easy to grip. Handrails cover the stairs but do have a break at the half landings.

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Other Floors (Squash Courts)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located at the end of the West Wing, just before the squash courts.
  • The stairs are approximately 45m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 19cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 29cm.
  • 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.

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Lift (East Wing)

• The lift is located in the East Wing, ahead as you enter.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard 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.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 98cm x 209cm (3ft 3in x 6ft 10in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Lift (West Wing)

• The lift is located at the end of the West Wing, just before the squash courts, on the right.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard 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, 1 and 2.
• The weight limit for the lift is 800kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• The clear door width is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 133cm x 139cm (4ft 4in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Gym (Performance Zone)

• There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the gym.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you.
• The width of the door opening is 172cm.
• The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
• The door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• There is a key pad to enter at certain times. The key pad is to the left of the door at a height of 102 cm.
• The gym is not staffed.
• There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
• Staff receive training in assisting disabled people.
• There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
• There is not level access to all of the equipment.
• Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights, cable resistance machines and upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed.
• Background music is not played.
• The flooring in the gym consists of vinyl and a plastic covering.
• There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
• There is flooring with a shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The equipment is on a raised flooring area with a lip to access it.

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Standard Changing Room (East Wing - Male)

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• Location and Access View
  • This standard changing room is located on the ground floor of the East Wing, at the end of the main corridor, on the left.
  • This standard changing room is approximately 45m from the main entrance.
  • The standard changing room is approximately 5m from the sports hall.
  • There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
  • A key is not required for the standard changing room.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the standard changing room door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • There is no lock for the toilet door.
  • The width of the standard changing room opening is 87cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the standard changing room are 240cm x 1140cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a changing table/bench, a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
  • This is a male changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • There is seating available within the changing room.
  • The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
  • There are lockers within the changing room.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 161cm from the floor.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the changing room.
  • The lighting levels in the changing room are moderate to good.

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Accessible Shower (East Wing Male Changing Rooms)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible shower is located within the East Wing male changing room.
  • This accessible shower is approximately 15m from the East Wing male changing room entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible shower.
  • There is no signage on or near the shower door.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar shower in the East Wing female standard changing room.

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Standard Shower (East Wing Male Changing Rooms)

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the East Wing male changing rooms.
• There is level access to the shower facilities.
• There are similar showers within the East Wing female changing area.

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Standard Toilet(s) (East Wing - Male Changing Room)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The male toilet is located within the male standard changing room, on the ground floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 40m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There are vertical wall mounted rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • There is a similar standard toilet within the female standard changing room.

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Standard Changing Room (West Wing - Male)

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• Location and Access View
  • This standard changing room is located on the ground floor in the West Wing main corridor, on the right.
  • This standard changing room is approximately 30m from the main entrance.
  • The standard changing room is approximately 15m from the fitness suite.
  • There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
  • A key is not required for the standard changing room.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the standard changing room door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • There is no lock for the toilet door.
  • The width of the standard changing room opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Changing Facilities View
  • The dimensions of the standard changing room are 400cm x 1000cm.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a changing table/bench, a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
  • This is a male changing room.
  • The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • There is seating available within the changing room.
  • The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
  • There are lockers within the changing room.
  • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 162cm from the floor.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the changing room.
  • There is a/are general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • The lighting levels in the changing room are moderate to good.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • There is a similar female changing room in the same area.

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Accessible Shower (West Wing - Male Changing Room)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible shower is located within the male standard changing room.
  • This accessible shower is approximately 10m from the male changing room entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible shower.
  • There is no signage on or near the shower door.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is hand held.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar accessible shower within the female standard changing room.

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Standard Shower (West Wing Male Changing Room)

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the West Wing male changing room.
• There is level access to the shower facilities.
• There are similar showers in the West Wing female changing room.

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Toilet with Adaptations (East Wing - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the East Wing in the main corridor, on the left, facing the sports hall.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • 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 visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 260cm (4ft 11in x 8ft 6in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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 within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • 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).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) 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 contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available.
  • The height of the baby change table is 94cm.

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Toilet with Adaptations (West Wing - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the entrance foyer of the West Wing, towards the rear.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • 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 visual contrast between the external door and wall is medium.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 175cm (5ft 3in x 5ft 9in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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 within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 86cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Changing Places (East Wing)

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located on the ground floor of the East Wing in the main corridor, facing the sports hall.
  • The facility is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is not located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • There is level access into the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 394cm x 315cm.
  • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
  • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 67cm (2ft 2in).
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 265cm (8ft 8in).
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a spatula flush.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 92cm.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 160cm (5ft 3in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
  • There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 107cm.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The wide paper roll dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 172cm.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 87cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 92cm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, general waste (with lid) and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 94cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is a coat hook.
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 106cm and 144cm from the floor.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (West Wing)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor in the West Wing foyer, towards the rear.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There are vertical wall mounted rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.