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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Ardler Community Library, squash courts, a fitness suite, weights room, theatre, main hall, small hall and meeting rooms.
• Related link Ardler Community Library.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/dundee-city-council/access-guides/ardler-community-library

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Dundee.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Dundee.

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:00 - 21:15.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 21:15.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 21:15.
• Thursday 09:00 - 21:15.
• Friday 09:00 - 20:00.
• Saturday 09:15 - 13:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located in East Scotscraig Lane.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
  • There is/are 3 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 330cm x 460cm (10ft 10in x 15ft 1in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 59m (64yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 64m (69yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
• The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up.

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Outside Access (Alternative Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in).

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Level Change (Alternative Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp or slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are not trained to use the system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 08/04/2024.
• The hearing assistance system was not working at the time of testing.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in reception and the entrance foyer.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the left as you enter.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located on the left past reception.
• There is/are 6 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • There are 6 medium steps with handrails both sides midway between the main and alternative entrances.
  • There are 4 medium steps with a handrail on the right bypassed by a moderate slope midway between the main entrance and the meeting rooms and additional toilets.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located in in the front of the auditorium.
• Wheelchairs are left with you.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit beside or behind you.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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• Comments View
  • This theatre is used by the drama club for rehearsals and shows.
  • There are 3 deep steps without handrails to access the stage.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • 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.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the fitness suite and offices.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the first floor.
  • The fitness suite is 11m (12yd) from the stairs.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are light.
  • The opening is 79cm wide.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
  • Training provided is equipment training.
  • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes step through bikes.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Standard Changing Room

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the alternative entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 47m (51yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main hall.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located next to the main hall.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
• Shower facilities are available within the changing room(s).
• There is not level access to the shower facilities.
• The shower cubicle(s) / area is / are accessed via a moderate slope / ramp.

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• Comments View
  • There is a cubicle in the female showers which offers a 54cm high flip-down seat, grab rails and drop down rails.

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Accessible Toilet (Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter the Ardler Complex reception area.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 154cm x 214cm (5ft 1in x 7ft).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • 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 not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 medium colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet (Standard Toilets - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 55m (60yd 5in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located within the female standard toilets, to the right of the building.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 172cm x 216cm (5ft 8in x 7ft 1in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 109cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 low colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar accessible cubicle in the male standard toilets here.
  • There are further accessible cubicles within the male and female changing room toilets.

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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 and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located next to the main hall.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the alternative entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There is an additional set of standard toilets at the opposite end of the centre, near the small hall and meeting rooms.
  • There are further male and female toilets on the first floor.
  • There are accessible cubicles in all ground floor standard toilets.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.