Disabled Access Guide:
Accessible
Parking
Accessibility
Disability Equality Training
Visual Impairment Assistance Available
Wheelchair Assistance Available
Assistance Dogs Welcome
Accessibilities for People with Visual Impairment
Assistive Listening Device Installed
Induction Loop Present
Automatic Sliding Doors
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan
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Transport and Parking
Paths and Landscaping
Entrance
Main Floor Area
Retail Area
Pharmacy Area
Opticians Area
Hearingcare Consultation Room
Toilets
Fire Safety
Transport and Parking
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 and Landscaping
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Open Now~09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
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- Monday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
- Tuesday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
- Wednesday09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Thursday09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Friday09:00 AM - 09:00 PM
- Saturday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
- Sunday11:00 AM - 05:00 PM
ACCESSIBILITY SYMBOL GUIDE
This guide is a list of all accessibility icons used across our website and listings.
Accessible Parking
- The venue has its own car park for use by customers with X number of spaces.
- The venue has its own car park for use by customers with X number of Blue Badge accessible spaces X meters from the main entrance.
- The venue can provide parking if reserved in advance to Blue Badge holders.
- Blue Badge on street parking available nearby.
- Public Car Park (name/address) available X far from the venue.
- All local parking restrictions should be checked before visiting the venue.
Symbol of Accessibility
- The wheelchair symbol should only be used to indicate access for individuals with limited mobility, including wheelchair users.
- For example, the symbol is used to indicate an accessible entrance, bathroom or that a phone is lowered for wheelchair users.
Wheelchair Assistance Available
- The venue has wheelchair assistance available.
Visual Impairment Assistance
- The venue has visual impairment assistance.
Accessibilities for People with Visual Impairment
- The venue has Accessibilities for People with Visual Impairment.
Disability Awareness / Equality Training
The staff at the venue have been provided with Disability Awareness / Equality training, including:
- Reception staff
- Instructors
- Teachers / coaches
- Lifeguards
- Management
Assistance Dogs Welcome
- The venue welcomes assistance dogs on site.
Assistive Listening Device Installed
- Assistive listening device available.
Induction Loop Present
The following types of hearing induction loop are available:
- Fixed counter induction loop
- Fixed induction room loop
- Portable hearing loop
The location and type of induction loops are specified in the disabled access guide.
Automatic Sliding Doors
- The venue has Automatic Sliding Doors.
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan
- The venue has a personal emergency evacuation plan