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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include 14 departure gates.
• Related link Terminal 1 Post Duty Free Departure Lounge.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/manchester-airport/access-guides/terminal-1-post-duty-free-departure-lounge

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Manchester Airport is 9 miles south of Manchester City Centre, next to the M56 and with easy links to the M6, M60 and M62.
    The postcode for the airport is M90 1QX. Please note, your Sat-Nav may not reflect the most updated road layout.
  • There are a number of official airport parking options available.
  • For more information on getting to Manchester Airport by car please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • Manchester Airport is well-served by a network of local and regional buses, running daily from early morning to late night; including weekends and bank holidays.
  • For more information on getting to Manchester Airport by bus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Manchester Airport Station.
  • The station is located at the heart of the airport campus, which means passengers have easy access to all the terminals. With moving walkways throughout, it should take no more than 5-15 minutes to get to and from the terminals.
  • For more information on getting to Manchester Airport by train please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on the Access Guide for Manchester Airport Station please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request and large print on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.

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Outside Access (Gates 1-15 Entrance)

• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 147cm (4ft 10in).

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Level Change (Gates 1-15 Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 137cm (4ft 6in).

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.

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• Comments View
  • There are vending machines available along the pier.
  • The photographs show the vending machines located near Gates 2 and 3.

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Level Change (Side Seating Area)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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• Comments View
  • The seating areas accessed by ramps are located by gate 5 opposite Gate 10.
  • All other seating areas have level access from the Gates 1-15 entrance.

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Outside Access (Gate 6)

• There is not level access from this gate.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 88cm (2ft 10in) wide.
• Gate 8 has a similar entrance.
• The distances to these gates from the Gates 1-15 entrance are as follows :-
• Gate 6 - 137 metres
• Gate 8 - 182 metres.

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Lift (Gate 6A Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located by Gate 6A.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0-1.
• The lift is approximately 146m (159yd 2ft) from the Gates 1-15 entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 92cm x 140cm (3ft x 4ft 7in).
• The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is low to moderate.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.

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• Comments View
  • There is a moderate ramp on level 0, leading from this lift to the airport apron, shown in photograph 2.

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Outside Access (Gate 10)

• There is not level access from this gate.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 88cm (2ft 10in) wide.

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Other Floors (Gate 10)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 0-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
• Comments View
  • These steps lead from the boarding desk to the gate.
  • Passengers that cannot access the gate via the stairs need to alert the gate staff as soon as possible.
  • They can then be accompanied to the lifts by Gates 6A or 12.
  • There are stairs leading to all gates on this pier except Gates 6, 8 and 12.
  • The distances to the boarding desks from the Gates 1-15 entrance for the gates accessed by stairs are as follows :-
  • Gate 2 - 37 metres
  • Gate 3 - 80 metres
  • Gate 4 - 93 metres
  • Gate 5 - 111 metres
  • Gate 6A - 137 metres
  • Gate 7 - 159 metres
  • Gate 9 - 163 metres
  • Gate 8A - 200 metres
  • Gate 10 - 228 metres
  • Gate 10A - 245 metres
  • Gate 11 - 256 metres.

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Ramp(s) / Slope(s) and Step(s) (Gates 12-15 Extra Seating Lounge)

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• Ramp / Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope located off the main corridor past Gate 10.
• Comments View
  • The ramp leads up to an extra seating area for Gates 12-15.
  • It contains seating with armrests on both sides, and a hearing loop.

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Lift (Gate 12 Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located by Gate 12.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0-1.
• The lift is approximately 274m (299yd 1ft) from the Gates 1-15 entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 92cm x 140cm (3ft x 4ft 7in).
• The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is low to moderate.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.

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• Comments View
  • There is a moderate ramp on level 0, leading from this lift to the airport apron, shown in photograph 2.

You are on Outside Access (Gate 12). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Gate 12)

• There is not level access from this gate
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
• This gate is 273 metres from the Gates 1-15 entrance.

You are on Level Change (Gate 12). Skip to the next section.

Level Change (Gate 12)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.

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• Comments View
  • There is a ramp or slope to access this gate.
  • The ramp is located in front of the gate.
  • The ramp is easy.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is also a moderate ramp leading up to the airbridge from the gate, shown in photograph 2.

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Level Change (Gate 12 Airbridge)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the airbridge.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.

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• Comments View
  • There is a slope to access the aircraft from this gate.
  • The slope is located on the airbridge.
  • The slope is moderate.
  • The slope is permanent.
  • The gradient of the slope in the airbridge will differ depending on the aircraft to be boarded. It will be steep for the upper part of an Airbus A380.
  • Assistance will always be available to passengers boarding.

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Lift (Gate 3 Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located by Gate 3.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0-1.
• The lift is approximately 130m (142yd 6in) from the Gates 1-15 entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 135cm x 92cm (4ft 5in x 3ft).
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.

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• Comments View
  • Wheelchair users need to be accompanied by a member of staff whilst using this lift.
  • The lift allows access to Gate 3, entrances A,B,C and D.

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Inside Access (Gate 3)

• There is level access to the service.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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• Comments View
  • There is seating available at Gate 3.
  • The departure desks A,B,C and D are all high level.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 130m (142yd 6in) from the entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located along the corridor to the right, past Gate 5.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 110cm x 178cm (3ft 7in x 5ft 10in).
  • There is not a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • All accessible toilets within the airport have Non Visual Disabilities signage (photograph 2).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located along the corridor to the right, past Gate 5.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 130m (142yd 6in) from the Gates 1-15 entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the female toilets are moderate to good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located along the corridor to the right, past Gate 5.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 128m (139yd 2ft) from the Gates 1-15 entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located next to the adapted toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.