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• A map and / or directions are provided in the information
• The route from the car park is smooth, even, safe, wide, free from loose material
• There are no steps at the entrance
• Weather mats appear to be non-slip and non-trip
• Automatic doors are safe and easy to use
• Seats are provided for people with mobility problems to rest
• Floors appear to be non-slip even when wet
• Suitable hand rails are provided
• Lifts conform to recommended dimensions
• Lift doors remain open for adequate length of time
• Seats are provided in general waiting areas

• A map and / or directions are provided in the information
• The route from the carpark is smooth, even, safe, wide and free from loose materials
• Dropped kerbs are in place where necessary to allow wheelchair users independence
• No steps at the entrance
• Ramps conform to good practice guidelines
• Internal barriers could proove to be difficult for people with mobility problems or using wheelchairs
• The entrance to the lobby is large enough for comfortable use of a wheelchair
• Doors have clear opening width of at least 750mm
• Wheelchair users are able to wait alongside seated companions
• Reception staff are trained in disability awareness
• 1200mm clear space is maintained in general areas
• Corridors are of adequate width for people to move around in easily
• Floor surfaces are easy to negotiate using a wheelchair wheelchair
• 10a Lifts conform to recommended dimensions
• There is sufficient space to turn/reverse into the lift from landing
• Lift doors remain open for adequate length of time
• The lift call button easily reachable from a wheelchair
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair in waiting areas
• There are suitable plans for evacuation of disabled people in the event of an emergency
• There are suitable plans for evacuation of disabled people in the event of an emergency
• General staff are trained in disability awareness
• Workstations are height adjustable or available at different heights

• The Website is accessible to good practice standards
• General staff are trained in Disability Awareness
• Staff are aware of Microsoft Accessibility Options (Display, cursor control etc)
• There are alternative to standard keyboard (Larger keyboard, guards)

• The Website is accessible to good practice standards
• Printed information is easy to read by people with visual impairments (available on request)
• The route from the car park is smooth, even, safe, wide and free from loose material
• The car park area is adequately lit
• The entrance is easily found and distinguishable
• There is adequate lighting inside entrance lobbies
• Interior signs to reception, WC etc are obvious and clear
• Weather mats appear to be non slip and non trip
• Automatic doors are safe and easy to use
• All exterior solid doors have a visibility panel
• All exterior doors have markings for safety and visability
• The Reception area is clearly identified and approached
• The Reception area is well lit
• Announcements are audible
• Reception staff are trained in disability awareness
• Floors and walls are painted in a matt rather than glossy paint
• Floors appear to be non-slip even when wet
• Colours and Tones have been selected to give good contrast
• Edges of steps and stairs are clearly marked on the nosings and facings
• Suitable hand rails provided
• Lift doors remain open for adequate length of time
• General staff are trained in Disability Awareness
• Staff are aware of Microsoft Accessibility Options (Display, cursor control etc)
• Screen reading software and training is available( eg Jaws)
• Screen magnification software and training is available ( eg Zoomtext)

• Interior signs to reception, WC etc are obvious and clear
• The Reception area is clearly identified and approached
• The Reception area is well lit
• Consideration has been given to privicy for people with hearing problems
• Reception staff are trained in Disability Awareness
• Consideration has been given to hard surfaces and sound reverberation
• Good lighting is provided throughout the building
• Meeting areas are as free from background noise as possible
• Induction loops are fitted wherever appropriate
• There are suitable plans for evacuation of disabled people in the event of an emergency

• General staff are trained in Disability Awareness

• The Website is accessible to good practice standards
• Printed information is easy to read
• Brochures and Information are available in alternative formats e.g. audio cassette
• A map and / or directions are provided in the information
• The entrance is easily found and distinguishable
• Interior signs to reception, WC etc are obvious and clear
• The Reception area is clearly identified and approached
• Reception staff are trained in Disability Awareness
• General staff are trained in Disability Awareness
• Staff are aware of Microsoft Accessibility Options (Display, cursor control etc)