Accessibility of premises

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Is there a clear and continuous accessible path of travel with no steps or other barriers (such as steep inclines, bollards, uneven or loose surfaces) from the footpath or car park to and through the main door or doors used by the public or employees?

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Is the path wide enough for a person using a wheelchair or walking frame to pass by someone else or are there regular passing spaces along the path?

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Is there good overhead clearance with nothing hanging down, such as tree branches or signs, that might be a hazard for people with a vision impairment?

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If the internal and external path of travel includes a ramp, does it have a gradual slope/incline; handrails, safety kerbs or kerbrails at the floor level; level landings at regular intervals to allow someone to rest; and warning tactile ground surface indicators (TGSI) at the top and bottom?

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If a lift has been installed is it large enough to allow someone using a wheelchair or walking frame to enter and turn around?

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If a lift has been installed do the lift buttons have raised tactile and Braille information and are they at a height that can be reached by all; and does the lift contain handrails and provide audible information telling passengers what floor they arrived at?

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Is the signage identifying your organisation clear, large enough to be seen at some distance and of high contrast?

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If there are any stairs (in addition to the accessible path of travel) do they have continuous handrails, colour contrasting strips on the leading edge, no open risers and warning tactile ground surface indicators (TGSIs) at the top and bottom?

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If there is a car 'drop off' point at the main entrance is there a kerb ramp to allow someone using a wheelchair to access the footpath from the road?

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Is there a wider parking space(s) designated for accessible parking and is it identified with the international sign for wheelchair access ?

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Is there a clear accessible path of travel with no steps or other barriers such as kerbs from designated accessible parking space(s) to the nearest accessible public entrance?

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Is the designated accessible parking space(s) on a level surface and as close as possible to an accessible public entrance?

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Is there good overhead clearance from the entrance of an undercover carpark to the accessible parking space(s)?

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Is there a clear accessible path of travel with no steps or other barriers from each accessible entrance to all areas and facilities used by the public including reception areas, interview rooms, toilets and other facilities?

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Are passageways wide enough for a person using a wheelchair or walking frame to pass by someone else or are there regular passing spaces?

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Are floor coverings non-slip, firm and smooth for people using a wheelchair or walking frame?

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Does signage direct the public from the entrance to a reception desk or facilities and is it clear, large enough to be seen at some distance and of high contrast?

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Does the design and layout of the public area make it easy for the public to find their way to reception desks or other facilities?

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If there are any stairs (in addition to the accessible path of travel) do they have continuous handrails, colour contrasting strips on the leading edge, no open risers and warning tactile ground surface indicators (TGSIs) at the top and bottom?

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If any room has fixed seating are there spaces for people using wheelchairs spread throughout the room?

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Is there good circulation space for people using mobility aids such as a wheelchair or walking frame at and through all doorways? A revolving doorway is not an accessible entrance so an accessible alternative would be required at the same place.

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Are the doors easily and independently opened by all users (that is, are not heavy with handles that are difficult to manipulate or too high)?

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If the doorway is glass is there a clearly distinguishable colour contrasting strip across the full width so that people with a vision impairment can more easily identify the doorway?

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Do toilets have clear signs including raised tactile and Braille information?

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Are there accessible toilets (or unisex) at or close to the location of other toilet facilities? Does it have good circulation space and are is fitted out with grabrails, sinks, mirrors, taps, shelves, coat hooks and towelling at heights that can be used by people with mobility disabilities?