Building Facilities at [Building Name]

Detailed accessibility information for the essential services within our building.

1. Accessible Toilets

The detail provided here helps users understand if the facility meets their specific physical needs. Vague descriptions like “accessible” are insufficient.

  • Facility Map: [Link to a simplified diagram of this specific area/floor]
  • Accessible Path to This Facility: [e.g., Follow the blue tactile line from Main Entrance]
  • Known Barriers: [Briefly list major barriers, e.g., “Level 3 is only accessible via stairs”]
  • Locations: [e.g., Ground Floor near Cafe, Level 2 near elevators]
  • Door Type: [Manual/Automatic/Sliding] - Does it require a heavy pull or a button press?
  • Dimensions: [Width x Depth] - Specifically the space for a wheelchair to turn.
  • Transfer Side: [Left-hand/Right-hand/Both] - Crucial for many wheelchair users.
  • Fixtures and Contrast: [e.g., Grab rails contrast with the wall color (Yes/No), Toilet seat contrasts with the bowl (Yes/No)]
  • Sink and Dryer: [e.g., Height of sink, automatic or manual taps, height of hand dryer]
  • Emergency System: [e.g., Red pull cord reaching the floor, Reset button reachable from the toilet, Response protocol in place]

2. Changing Places Toilet

Changing Places toilets are different from standard accessible toilets. They are larger and equipped with specialized hoists and changing benches.

  • Location: [Precise location and how to find it]
  • Equipment: [e.g., Ceiling track hoist (Type: X/Y), height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, peninsular toilet with space on both sides]
  • Privacy: [e.g., Privacy screen available]
  • Access: [e.g., Radar key required, available from reception, or open access during events]
  • Maintenance: [e.g., Last safety check date, how to report equipment failure]

3. Seating and Rest Areas

  • Frequent Seating: [e.g., Benches available every 20 meters]
  • Seating Types: [e.g., With armrests, varying heights, stools]
  • Priority Areas: [Spaces reserved for disabled visitors]

4. Quiet and Sensory Spaces

  • Quiet Space Location: [Location]
  • Features: [e.g., Dimmable lights, acoustic padding, comfortable seating]
  • Availability: [Open access/Booking required]

6. Emergency Support and Evacuation

  • Evacuation Plan: [e.g., PEEPs available upon request/Standard protocol for visitors]
  • Refuge Areas: [Locations of safe areas for wheelchair users]
  • Communication Points: [e.g., Intercoms with visual confirmation in refuge areas]
  • Equipment: [e.g., Evacuation chairs located at North Stairwell, Level 2]
  • Alarm Systems: [e.g., Audible alarms with visual beacons in all toilets and quiet rooms]
  • Assistance: [How to notify staff if you require assistance during an evacuation]