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Disabled Access Guide for Whiterock Community Centre
Whiterock Close
Belfast
BT12 7RG
Tel: 0289 0328623
Fax: 0289 0313952
Web: http://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/communitycentres
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Monday | 18:30 - 22:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 18:30 - 22:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 18:30 - 22:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 18:30 - 22:30 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:30 |
| Friday | 18:30 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 13:30 - 16:30 |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Woodvale.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Great Victoria Street.
There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is free for all users.
The car park is at the side of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There are 0 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
The car park surface is tarmac.
There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
There is level access to the service.
The intercom is not in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 86cm (2ft 9in) wide.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
Accessible Toilet
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 19m (21yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter the building.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
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 90cm (2ft 11in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 220cm x 170cm (7ft 2in x 5ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 90cm (2ft 11in).
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 a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible toilets
Wall mounted 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 are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
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.
There is not a towel dispenser.
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.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located at the rear of the foyer.
The female and male toilets are 16m (17yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.
The photograph shows the standard male toilet.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
The photograph shows the main hall.
