Boots Fosse Park Claimed

Car Parks

• There is 6 designated accessible parking bays and 40 meters from the shop entrance.

• There are dedicated parents with children parking spaces as well.

Paths & Landscaping

• Boots is situated inside the Fosse Park Shopping Centre.
• The paths to the main entrance is solid; e.g. paving, tarmac, concrete.
• The path is free of undulations that could cause a person to trip.
  The paths are free of obstacles (A boards, vending machines, displays etc) that could cause a problem.
• The pathways are well lit and glare free.
• The route to the main access is clearly identifiable.

Entrance

• There are no obstacles that would hinder wheelchair access.
• It is possible to have a clear unobstructed view of other people approaching the door.
• Provisions to wipe excess moisture from feet is at the main entrance and will allow easy access for a wheelchair user, and not present a tripping hazard.
• The floor covering is suitable not to present difficulty for wheelchair users and persons with mobility impairment.
• The flooring is free from a high gloss or sheen that could present difficulty for persons with visual impairment.
• The floor covering is in good condition.
• The lighting provided at the entrance and throughout the facility is of a good standard and glare free.

Main Floor Area

The main floor area is an open plan floor area with:

• Retail Area
• Fragrance Area
• Beauty and Skincare Area
• Pharmacy
• Opticians and Hearing care

There is signage at the right side inner-door to indicate that help is available and what accessibilities are available.

Retail Area

Access to the Retail Counter

• The pathway is wide enough for someone in a wheelchair.
• The route to the main service areas is clutter and obstacle free.
• There are products at different heights on the shelves.
• Staff is available to assist if required.

Lighing

• The pathway is well lit and free from glare.

Self-Checkout Tills

• The Self-Checkout Tills are on the right from the Click and Collect Point.
• There is enough space for someone in a wheelchair to circulate unassisted.
• There is staff in hand to assist.

Fragrance, Beauty and Skincare Area

• The counters are easily identifiable.
• The counters are free of clutter.
• The floor is free from undulations that may cause a trip hazard to someone with a visual impairment or someone with a mobility impairment and obstruction for someone in a wheelchair.
• There is enough space for someone in a wheelchair to circulate.
• There are products at different heights on the shelves.
• Staff is available to assist if required.

Lighting

• The area is well lit and free from glare.

Counter & Till Points

• The counters are easily identifiable.
• The counters are free of clutter.

Lighting

• The area is well lit and free from glare.

Pharmacy Area

• The pathways to the pharmacy provide enough space for someone in a wheelchair.
• The floor free from undulations that may cause a trip hazard to someone with a visual impairment or someone with a mobility impairment and obstruction for someone in a wheelchair.
• There is enough space for someone in a wheelchair to circulate.

Lighting

• The area is well lit and free from glare.
• The lights are left on during business hours.

Shelves

• There are products at different heights on the shelves.
• Staff is available to assist if required.

Health Desk Counter

• There are 2 Health Desk Counters.
• The counters are easy to identify from the isles.
• The counters are free from literature or items that may obstruct the use of the top of the counters.
• There is a portable induction loop available for someone with a hearing aid.

Prescriptions Area

• The floor is free from undulations that may cause a trip hazard to someone with a visual impairment or someone with a mobility impairment and obstruction for someone in a wheelchair.
• There is enough space for someone in a wheelchair to circulate.

Lighting

• The area is well lit and free from glare.
• The lights are left on during business hours.

Prescriptions Counter

• There is a portable induction loop available for someone with a hearing aid.
• The counters are free from clutter.

Consultation Room

• The floor is free from undulations that may cause a trip hazard to someone with a visual impairment or someone with a mobility impairment or and obstruction for someone in a wheelchair.
• The door frame is contrasting from the surroundings.
• The door has a clearance giving enough room for someone in a wheelchair.
• The chair in the room can be removed to give space for a wheelchair.
• There is enough space within the consultation room for a wheelchair to turn around.
• There some chairs to provide waiting area for someone waiting to be seen in the consultancy room.
• The chairs are movable to allow space for someone in a wheelchair.
• There is a portable induction loop available for someone with a hearing aid.

Lighting

• The area is well lit and free from glare.
• The lights are left on during business hours.

Opticians Area

• The pathway to the reception counter is free from obstructions and easy to approach.
• There is enough space for someone in a wheelchair to circulate.
• The floor is free from undulations that may cause a trip hazard to someone with a visual impairment or someone with a mobility impairment or and obstruction for someone in a wheelchair.

Lighting

• The area is well lit and free from glare.
• The lights are left on during business hours.

Shelves

• The shelves are situated along the walls on the main area.
• There are products at different heights on the shelves.
• Staff is available to assist if required.

Reception/Till Counter

• The counter is free from clutter.
• The counter is easy to identify.
• The counter has a lowered section on the left side that provides access for someone in a wheelchair.
• The counter is well lit and free from glare.
• There is a portable induction loop available for someone with a hearing aid.

Dispensing Desks

• There is recessed space under the desks for someone in a wheelchair.
• There is varied seating that can help those with mobility restrictions.
• There is a portable induction loop available for someone with a hearing aid.

Optometry Eye Exam Room

• The door frame has contrast from the surroundings.
• The seating can be removed to give access to a wheelchair.
• There is enough space for a wheelchair to turn around.
• There is staff to provide assistance when required.

Waiting Area

• The chairs are movable to provide space for someone in a wheelchair.

Exam Rooms

• The floor free from undulations that may cause a trip hazard to someone with a visual impairment or someone with a mobility impairment or and obstruction for someone in a wheelchair.
• There is enough space for someone in a wheelchair to circulate.
• There is a table with a recess under that allows for someone in a wheelchair to use it.
• The chairs are movable to provide space for someone in a wheelchair.
• When the equipment cannot be accessed manual testing is carried out by the Optician.
• There is a portable induction loop available for someone with a hearing aid.

Lighting

• The area is well lit and free from glare.
• The lights are left on during business hours.

Hearingcare Consultation Room

• The door frame has contrast with the surroundings.
• The floor is free from undulations that may cause a trip hazard to someone with a visual impairment or someone with a mobility impairment or and obstruction for someone in a wheelchair.
• There is enough space for someone in a wheelchair to circulate.
• The seating can be removed to give access to a wheelchair.
• There is a table with a recess under that allows for someone in a wheelchair to use it.

Lighting

• The area is well lit and free from glare.
• The lights are left on during business hours.

Audiometric Booth

• When of someone in a wheelchair or with mobility impairment that cannot access the booth, the tests are carried out at the entrance of the booth.
• The door is left open when someone has anxiety or claustrophobic during the tests.
• There is a specialised portable induction loop available for someone with a hearing aid.

Toilets

• There are no toilets for the public in the retail area but there are toilets, including accessible toilets at the food court 100 meters from the entrance.
  

Fire Safety

• There are procedures in place such as a Personal Emergency Egress Plan that takes into account individual requirements especially the needs of persons with disability including other less able-bodied persons who have access to the building.
• Fire break glass units are at an accessible height throughout the facility.