Disabled Access Guide:
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Transport and Parking
Paths and Landscaping
Entrance
Retail Area
Pharmacy Area
Opticians Area
Hearingcare Consultation Room
Toilets
Fire Safety
Transport and Parking
Car Parks
- There is a designated accessible and parents with children car park 680 meters from the shop entrance.
Paths and Landscaping
Paths & Landscaping
- Boots is situated inside the Almondvale 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 shopping centre 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.
Retail Area
Retail Area
Pathway 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.
Retail Counter
- The counters are easily identifiable.
- The counters are free of clutter.
Fragrance Counters
- The counters are easily identifiable.
- The counters are free of clutter.
Pharmacy Area
Pharmacy Area
- The pathways to the pharmacy provide enough space for someone in a wheelchair.
Medicines Counter
- There are lowered counters for someone in a wheelchair or of small stature.
- The counters are free from clutter.
Prescriptions Counter
- The counters are free from clutter.
Consultation Room
- 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.
Opticians Area
Opticians Area
- The pathway to the reception counter is free from obstructions and easy to approach.
- There is enough space to circulate within the area.
Reception/Till Counter
- The counters are free from clutter.
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.
Accessible Consultation 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.
Eye Test Room
- There is varied seating available.
- The equipment is on tables that can be moved and height can be adjusted.
Hearingcare Consultation Room
Hearingcare Consultation Room
- The door frame has contrast with the surroundings.
- The seating can be removed to give access to a wheelchair.
Toilets
Toilets
- There are no toilets for the public in the retail area but there are toilets, including accessible toilets in the Almondvale Shopping Centre.
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 - 06:30 PM
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- Saturday09:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Sunday10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
- Monday09:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Tuesday09:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Wednesday09:00 AM - 06:30 PM
- Thursday09:00 AM - 08:00 PM
- Friday09:00 AM - 06:30 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.
Accessible Toilets
The venue has X number of male/female/unisex accessible toilets on site.
That are available in the following locations:
- Changing rooms
- Each floor
- Poolside
- Café
Automatic Sliding Doors
- The venue has Automatic Sliding Doors.
Automatic Lighting
- The venue has Automatic Lighting.
Accessible Counter
- The venue has a low level/split level reception desk.
- The low level/split level desk will be clear at all times.
Accessible Furniture
- The venue has available accessible furniture.
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.
Assistance Dogs Welcome
- The venue welcomes assistance dogs on site.
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan
- The venue has a personal emergency evacuation plan