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Disabled Access Guide for Express By Holiday Inn
John Lennon Airport
1 Speke Hall Avenue
Liverpool
Merseyside
L24 1UX
Tel: 0151 4482000
Fax: 0151 4482006
Email: enquiries@exliverpoolairport.com
Web: http://www.hiexpress.com
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Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Liverpool.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Liverpool South Parkway.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 6 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.6m x 5.75m (11ft 9in x 18ft 10in).
The nearest designated bay is 25m (27yd) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park is 20m from the venue's entrance.
The convenient dropoff point is located in the car park
Outside Access (Car Park - Main Entrance)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 145cm (4ft 9in) wide.
Level Change (Car Park - Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 400cm (13ft 1in).
There is a 2cm threshold at this entrance.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
This venue does play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-5.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
There are refuge points on all floors with an intercom system at a convenient height.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located in the reception foyer.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-5.
The lift is 12m (13yd) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.05m x 1.4m (3ft 5in x 4ft 7in).
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 lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 10m (11yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the reception foyer.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 140cm x 200cm (4ft 7in x 6ft 6in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 76cm (2ft 5in).
The tap type is lever.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
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 is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located in the reception foyer.
The female toilets are 10m (11yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located in the reception foyer.
The male toilets are 10m (11yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Restaurant / Bar (Restaurant/Bar)
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Full table service is not available.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 50cm (1ft 7in) cm.
Menus are hand held.
Menus are not available in Braille.
Menus are available in large print.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is continental breakfast/bar snacks.
The menu font and colours can be altered on request.
Rooms
There are 100 room(s) in total.
Adapted Rooms
There are adapted ensuite facilities
There is/are 5 room(s) with adapted ensuite facilities.
Location of and access to rooms with adapted ensuite
Adapted Room
The height of the bed is 68cm (2ft 2in).
The measurement between the bed base and floor is 16cm (6in).
Adapted Ensuite
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted ensuite are 250cm x 265cm (8ft 2in x 8ft 8in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 140cm (4ft 7in).
Wall mounted grab rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
The toilet seat is 47cm (1ft 6in) above floor level.
There is a toilet roll holder.
It is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in) in height.
There is a sink.
The height of the sink is 75cm (2ft 5in).
The tap type is push.
There is a functional emergency alarm in the ensuite.
There are mirrors.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
Bath and Shower
There is not a bath.
Wheel In Shower
There is a wheel in shower.
The shower control type is twist/turn.
Signage, colour contrast and lighting in adapted rooms
The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted ensuite
Auxiliary Aids - general
Standard Rooms
Ground Floor Standard Rooms
There are not standard rooms on the ground floor.
Standard Rooms on Other Floors
The adapted rooms are located on floors 1 to 5.
Vibrating and flashing alarms are available from reception.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Plastic cups are not available.
Plastic cutlery is not available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
The photograph shows an adapted room.
Additional Information
The photograph shows the roll in shower.
Additional Information
The photograph shows a refuge point with an intercom system.
Additional Information
Documents are not available in Braille.
The photograph shows the convenient drop-off point.
Comments
The venue is open 24 hours per day.
