Access Guide – Sporting Club – Access Ability Australia

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Welcome

Congratulations on becoming a part of the AAA Network.

AAA Access Guides are suitable for a range of sporting clubs including amateur, professional, youth, university, community, specialised and country sporting clubs.

These guides promote and empower spectators and participants of all abilities to confidently visit your club. They offer insights into what to anticipate beforehand, aid in assessing the club’s suitability and alleviate anxiety. They also help and encourage individuals of all abilities to participate and observe a wide range of sports and competitions with increased confidence.

Access Guides serve as an essential asset for fostering independence and enhance your staff and coaches proficiency in accommodating any required access needs.

Our form provides an avenue for you to leverage our extensive experience in crafting access guides alongside our professional allied health clinicians.

Through our tailored online platform, we'll lead and support you in creating a polished Access Guide.

As you navigate through this form, you'll need to upload images and take measurements. We'll offer guidance every step of the way.

Choosing a professional photoshoot is available as an additional option, with pricing provided upon application.

Your Access Guide, valued at $550 (incl GST), comes with no additional costs.

Details

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Contents

4. Requirements
5. Image requirement list
6. Measurements required
7. Membership
8. Parking
9. Clubhouse
10. Visitors, Spectators and Players - Changing Places and Fully Accessible Bathrooms
11. Visitors, Spectators - Accessible Bathroom
12. Visitors and Spectators - Additional Bathrooms
13. Players - Accessible Bathrooms
14. Players - Bathroom and Change Facilities
15. Players - All Genders Showers
16. Canteen/Kiosk
17. Sporting areas
18. Grandstand
19. Programs & Services
20. Equipment Storage
21. Access and inclusion
22. Gym
23. Wet area
24. Allied health services
25. Useful Information
26. Service animals
27. Image file uploads
28. Preferred File Format
29. Access Ability Australia Services
30. Acknowledgements
31. What's Next and preview?
32. Submit

Requirements

Before you begin, we recommend that you have images and measurements on hand for upload.

Click next for a list of images and measurements required.

For privacy, please ensure publicity rights are adhered to and no faces are visible in images uploaded to this form, including staff, coaches, members and visitors.

Images Required

We recommend the following photos (that are applicable to club) be taken and uploaded to your device prior to commencing.
Please ensure all images are taken in LANDSCAPE and clearly LABELLED.
You will be required to upload images applicable to your club at the end of this form.

List of images required

Sport club logo
Front of sporting club, from the street, preferably including club signage
Accessible parking with sporting club entrance in view if possible
Exterior of clubhouse including signage
Reception in clubhouse
Fully accessible bathroom. Try to include toilet with grab bars, hoist, change table and shower
Interior of men/boys bathroom and change facilities
Interior of women/girls bathroom and change facilities
Clubhouse interior social space. Try to include whole room and furniture
Canteen/Kiosk
Sport playing surface -for example soccer pitch, tennis court, lawn bowl green
Grandstand
Gym
Pool
Evacuation map - note, this can be an image of a PDF

Please submit landscape images where possible.
All images have maximum size limit of 10mb.
Download sample images below and then proceed to the next page for further information on measurements required.

Download a sample of images required

If you prefer a professional photoshoot, please let us know if you're interested in receiving a quote

Measurements Required

List of measurements required (that are applicable to club)

Clubhouse - horizontal clearance of clubhouse main entry door
Clubhouse -horizontal clearance of clubhouse alternative accessible entry door
Clubhouse - height of access reader panel
Clubhouse - height of the main reception desk in clubhouse
Clubhouse - height of the lower reception desk in clubhouse
Clubhouse - height of tables most suitable for a wheelchair user from ground to top of table in clubhouse
Clubhouse - knee clearance height from beneath top of table to ground of these tables in clubhouse
Clubhouse social area -height of tables most suitable for a wheelchair user from ground to top of table
Clubhouse social area - knee clearance height from beneath top of table to ground
Clubhouse social area - serving counter height
Clubhouse social area - lower serving height counter
Visitors, spectators and players - fully accessible bathroom horizontal door clearance
Visitors and spectators - accessible bathroom horizontal door clearance
Players - accessible bathroom horizontal door clearance
Canteen/kiosk - height of servery counter
Safe working load of seated pool hoist
Safe working load of pool hoist and sling model
Drinking fountain - spout height from floor to spout
Drinking fountain - bottle refill height from floor to refill station
Drinking fountain - knee clearance (for a wheelchair user)

Please download the measurement instruction guide below to assist you in ensuring the measurements you gather are accurate.

Download measurement instruction guide

Membership

If you are a multi-sport club, for example, cricket in the summer and soccer in the winter, please answer all questions accordingly

Does sporting club have pre-screening tools for different age bands?

Please provide link to pre screening tools

Does pre-screening need to be completed prior to participating?

Does sporting club have user guides for different age bands?

Please provide link to user guides

Does sporting club have a disclosure form available to assist members with access requirements or necessary accommodations?

Please provide link to disclosure form

If it is possible to sign up for club membership online, please provide link

Please provide information on membership payment options available *

For example:
Membership fortnightly payments
Membership monthly payments
Membership annual payment
One-time or annual registration fee
Training/coaching fees
Equipment fees
Competition entry fees
Uniform/kit fees
Volunteer requirements
Payment plans

If trial periods are offered, provide further information

If club has an app, please provide details

For example:
Name
Where it is available from (Google Play/App Store)
Function (training timetable, fixture, 24 hour access, membership management, event calendar, team rosters, performance tracking, merchandise, emergency information)

Parking

Is onsite parking available? *

Is onsite accessible parking available? *

Where is onsite accessible parking located? *

For example: within designated car park, immediately opposite club house entrance.

How many onsite acccessible parking bays are there? *

Why do we want to know if onsite accessible parking is available?
Some people with disability have accessible parking permits that allow them to park in an accessible parking bay. Accessible parking bays are usually positioned within close proximity to venues for convenient access and usually provide extra room either side of the parked vehicle to allow for user to conveniently manoeuvre.

What other onsite parking is available? *

For example: general parking, general parking with restrictions, bus/van parking

If onsite parking restrictions or fees apply, please provide information *

Is an onsite electric vehicle charging station available? *

Where is electric charging station located? *

Is there clear and visible signage to guide users from the onsite parking area to club entrance? *

Are there clear pathways from onsite parking areas to the building entrance? *

The pathway should be wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs and other mobility devices, typically at least 36 inches (91 cm) wide.
The surface should be smooth and slip-resistant, without cracks or uneven areas that could pose a tripping hazard.
The pathway should be free of obstructions like parked vehicles, garbage bins or landscaping elements that could impede movement.

Please provide details of the nearest parking options if onsite car park is full or not available

For example, metered parking in surrounding streets. Multi storey carpark in Smith Street. Fees apply.

Clubhouse

Does sporting club have a clubhouse? *

Which best describes the main entrance to the clubhouse? *

Step free
Stepped with handrails
Stepped without handrails
Ramp access with handrails
Ramp access without handrails
Portable ramp with handrails
Portable ramp without handrails

Please select all applicable options.

If you selected stepped or ramped access in question above, do steps or ramp have tactile ground surface indicators and compliant step edging contrast?

Tactile Ground Surface Indicators
A tactile ground surface indicator (TGSI) is a textured pattern and typically consists of raised bumps or domes installed on walking surfaces. They are installed at key locations, such as the edges of platforms, stairs, ramps and pedestrian crossings. These indicators are designed to provide tactile and visual cues to assist people with vision impairments in navigating outdoor and indoor environments safely and independently.

Compliant Step Edging
Compliant step edging contrast means ensuring that steps are designed and constructed to meet accessibility standards, including providing adequate visual contrast to enhance safety for all users, particularly those with visual impairments

If you selected portable ramp in question above, please advise how people can request this ramp be installed prior to arrival

Why do we want to know details about access at the main entrance?
This level of information is helpful for a wide audience including people living with disability, parents with prams and the ageing population. It will also help some wheelchair users to determine whether your club is suitable and whether they can attend independently or may need support.
If providing a portable ramp, please display signage that clearly indicates availability and how people can request ramp be installed.

Which best describes the main entry door? *

Automated
Manual, push to open
Manual, pull to open
Manual, sliding

Why do we want to know details about the main entry door?
This level of information is helpful for a person living with a physical disability. This may determine whether they can visit independently or whether they need support.

What is the horizontal clearance of main entry door? *

Please refer to the measurement instruction guide

Why do we want to know the door clearance of the main entry to the clubhouse?
Mobility equipment comes in various shapes and sizes. This may include a compact wheelchair, a sports wheelchair with a wider footprint, a power wheelchair, a wheelchair with breathing equipment, a larger motorised scooter or a walking frame. This information best informs users of mobility equipment on the suitability of access for individual needs. This information is also very helpful for parents with prams.

If clubhouse has an alternative accessible entrance other than the main entrance, please provide details as outlined below

Location (eg at the rear of the building)
Which best describes the alternative accessible entrance? (step free, ramped with handrails, portable ramp with handrails)
If you selected portable ramp, please advise how people can request this ramp be installed prior to arrival.
Which best describes the alternative accessible entry door (automated, manual push to open, manual pull to open, manual sliding)?
What is the horizontal clearance of door?

Does clubhouse have key fob, swipe card entry or app that grants access? *

What is the height of the access reader panel? *

Please refer to the measurement instruction guide

Does clubhouse have multiple floor levels? *

How many floor levels are there? *

Is lift access available? *

Where is lift located?

Do lifts have tactile buttons? *

Tactile buttons allow visually impaired passengers to navigate and select floors independently

Do lifts have a voice system? *

Voice systems provide auditory cues to assist passengers, including those with visual impairments, in navigating within the lift

If there is stepped access to all levels, do steps have handrails on both sides?

If there is ramped access to all levels, do ramps have handrails on both sides?

If you selected stepped or ramped access in questions above, do steps or ramp have tactile ground surface indicators and compliant step edging contrast?

Is there a main reception area? *

Where is reception located? *

What time is reception staffed? *

What is the height of the main reception desk? *

Please refer to the measurement instruction guide

If available, what is the height of lower reception counter that would be suitable for wheelchair users or people of smaller stature?

Please refer to the measurement instruction guide

If hearing augmentation is installed in the reception area, please provide details

For example, a hearing loop system, amplification devices such as microphones and speakers for reception staff

If membership payments or mechandise and refreshment payments are available at reception, what payment options are available?

For example - cash only. EFTPOS.

If EFTPOS payments are available, are EFTPOS machines on a long cord or cordless so they can be passed over to someone using a wheelchair?

What are the furniture options in the clubhouse social area?

Seats with back and armrests
Seats with backrests
Couches
Stools
Tables

Why do we want to know about seating options in this area?
Seats with backrests and armrests are very helpful in providing support in both the seated position and when transferring to a seated/standing position. Ideal for a person who may have weak knees, mobility issues, a child or a person with a physical disability.
Seats without backrests may disrupt posture and require back muscles to work more than normal to support the spine.

Is furniture movable to allow more flexibility for everyone?

What is the height of tables most suitable for a wheelchair user from ground to top of table?

Accessible tables should have 4 sturdy legs. Table legs should not obstruct wheelchair footplates.
Please refer to the measurement instruction guide

What is the knee clearance height from beneath top of table to ground of these tables?

Please refer to the measurement instruction guide

Why do we want measurements of your most suitable tables for a wheelchair user?
This information best informs wheelchair users on the suitability of furniture. This may include users of a compact wheelchair, a sports wheelchair with a wider footprint, a power wheelchair or a wheelchair with breathing equipment.

What shape tables are available?

For example - square, rectangle or round

Why do we want to know the shape of tables? Different shape tables suit varying individual needs. A person who is hard of hearing may prefer a round table. This will provide visual access to everyone's faces to facilitate better communication. There are approximately 3.6 million Australians with hearing loss. The linear shape of a rectangular table may allow additional room to walk around and to manoeuvre mobility equipment.

If a serving counter is available, what is the height of main service counter and/or bar in the clubhouse?

Please refer to measurement instruction guide

If available, what is the height of the lower counter and/or bar?

Please refer to measurement instruction guide

What type of service is offered in the clubhouse?

For example
Full table service – waiter service at table
Semi self-service – order at counter and food delivered to table
Full self-service – order and pick up at counter

Can special dietary requirements be catered for?

Please provide information

What payment options are available?

If EFTPOS payments are available, are EFTPOS machines on a long cord or cordless so they can be passed over to someone using a wheelchair?

What is the maximum capacity of clubhouse?

What best describes the flooring in the club house? *

For example - rubber matting, concrete, vinyl, laminate, hardwood carpet, tiled

Why do we want to know about the type of flooring?
This information is helpful for mobility aid users. It will determine ease of movement and access throughout venue. Hard, smooth surfaces are typically easier for people with mobility issues to navigate. Flooring information is also helpful to determine the acoustics of an environment.

In the clubhouse, is there:

An echo
Window blinds/curtains
A separate quiet room or a sensory space for a person to retreat and relax

Why do we want to know more about the environmental acoustics?
Rooms with lots of soft furnishings (e.g. rubber matting, blinds) offer less reverberation (echo) with sound coming only from the people in the room. This environment may be more comfortable for a person with hearing loss, a person who may become overwhelmed by too much stimuli or people who wish to engage in comfortable levels of conversation.

If music is played in clubhouse, please provide some details

For example - radio, background music, upbeat music

If requested, is the club happy to turn the music volume down?

Are there entertainment options such as televisions, games or pool tables in the clubhouse?

Please provide further information

Please provide details of match/game viewing from the clubhouse

For example - Match/game televised on tv in clubhouse observable from clubhouse windows.
Is view clear and unobstructed?

Visitors, Spectators and Players - Changing Places and Fully Accessible Bathroom

The next few questions are designed to gather information on fully accessible bathrooms that include a hoist and an adult change table.

It is important to note the difference between Changing Places facilities and fully accessible bathrooms. Changing Places facilities are larger than standard accessible toilets and include extra features and more space to meet the needs of people with disabilities and their carers. These facilities are accredited by a Registered Changing Places Assessor. You can read more about Changing Places on their website. Changing Places

Fully accessible change facilities may also include similar features, such as a hoist and an adult change table, but they are not accredited as Changing Places facilities.

Does club have an accredited Changing Places? *

Changing Places facilities are larger than standard accessible toilets and have extra features and more space to meet the needs of people with disability and their carers.
They are accredited by a Registered Changing Places Assessor.
You can read more about this on the following link Changing Places

Where is Changing Places located? *

Please provide information on how users can access Changing Places *

For example, do they need to bring their own MLAK or is there an MLAK available within the facility? If MLAK can be picked up within facility, please provide further details on where users can collect MLAK from.

Provide list of Changing Places inclusions *

For example: Toilet with retractable grab bars on either side and colour contrast toilet seat, hoist, electric height adjustable change table, shower with bench and grab bars, privacy screen, sink, signage detailing operating instructions located above change table.

Does club have a fully accessible bathroom that includes a hoist and adult change table? *

Where is fully accessible bathroom located? *

Provide a list of inclusions in fully accessible bathroom *

For example: Door type (manual, push to open, door clearance, toilet with retractable grab bars on either side and colour contrast toilet seat, hoist, electric height adjustable change table, shower with bench and grab bars, privacy screen, sink, signage detailing operating instructions located above change table.

Visitors and Spectators - Accessible Bathroom

Is there an accessible bathroom for visitors and spectators? *

Description of where accessible bathroom is located *

For example: past reception on the right

Which best describes the entry door to the accessible bathroom? *

Automated
Manual, push to open
Manual, pull to open
Manual, sliding

What is the horizontal clearance of the accessible bathroom door? *

Please refer to the measurement instruction guide

Why do we want to know the clearance of the accessible toilet door?
Some toilets may be signed as accessible, however, do not have adequate door clearance for some mobility equipment. Mobility equipment comes in various shapes and sizes. This may include a compact wheelchair, a sports wheelchair with a wider footprint, a power wheelchair, a wheelchair with breathing equipment, a larger motorised scooter or a walking frame. This information best informs users of mobility equipment on the suitability of your venue's bathroom facilities for their individual needs and comfort. Baby change facilities are also often located in accessible bathrooms; therefore, this information is also very helpful for parents with prams.

What is the position of the toilet grab bars in the accessible bathroom? *

Behind
Left-hand side
Right-hand side
Retractable on both sides

The position of grab bars are determined from a seated position on toilet. Please select all applicable options.

Pictured below: right hand side and behind grab bars

Why are we asking about the position of grab bars?
People with disabilities or mobility limitations may have different needs when it comes to the placement of grab bars.
Some individuals may require support from their dominant hand/side, while others may rely on their non-dominant hand/side.

Is there clear wayfinding signage? *

Is there Braille signage located near accessible bathroom door? *

If additional accessible bathroom/s are available, please provide further information as outlined below

Location
What best describes entry door?
For example - automated, manual push to open, manual pull to open, manual sliding.
Horizontal clearance of the accessible toilet door
Position of the grab bars in the accessible toilet (Behind, left-hand side, right-hand side, retractable on both sides)
Is there clear wayfinding signage?
Is there Braille signage located near bathroom door?

Visitors and Spectators - Additional Bathrooms

What other bathroom facilities are available for visitors and spectators?

Ambulant toilet
All genders
Seperate mens/boys and womens/girls toilets
Baby change area

Please select all applicable options

Description of where all other bathrooms are located. If baby change area is available, please also advise if it is accessible by all genders

For example: Men/boy's toilet past reception on the right. Women/girl's toilet in rear right corner of clubhouse.
Ambulant toilet within both men/boys and women/girl's toilets.
All genders toilet on first floor.

Is there clear wayfinding signage?

Players - Accessible Bathrooms

Is there an accessible bathroom available for players? *

Description of where accessible bathroom for players is located *

For example: after entry to the clubhouse on the right

Which best describes the entry door to the accessible bathroom for players? *

Automated
Manual, push to open
Manual, pill to open
Manual, sliding

What is the horizontal clearance of the accessible bathroom door for players? *

Please refer to the measurement instruction guide

Why do we want to know the clearance of the accessible bathroom door for players?
Some toilets may be signed as accessible, however, do not have adequate door clearance for some mobility equipment. Mobility equipment comes in various shapes and sizes. This may include a compact wheelchair, a sports wheelchair with a wider footprint, a power wheelchair, a wheelchair with breathing equipment, a larger motorised scooter or a walking frame. This information best informs users of mobility equipment on the suitability of player bathroom facilities for their individual needs and comfort.

What is the position of the grab bars in the accessible bathroom for players? *

Behind
Left-hand side
Right-hand side
Retractable on both sides

The position of grab bars is determined from a seated position on toilet. Please select all applicable options. Pictured below: right hand side and behind grab bars

Does accessible bathroom also include accessible shower? *

The position of grab bars is determined from a seated position on toilet. Please select all applicable options. Pictured below: right hand side and behind grab bars

Describe provisions in accessible shower *

Emergency buttons
Grab bars
Hand held shower hose
Shower bench
Shower commode/seat
Shower curtain/door
Soap
Shampoo
Mirror, ideally positioned for wheelchair user
Hooks or shelves to hang clothing and personal items
Non slip flooring

Please select all applicable options

Are there any other provisions in the accessible shower?

Is there clear way finding signage? *

The position of grab bars is determined from a seated position on toilet. Please select all applicable options. Pictured below: right hand side and behind grab bars

Is there Braille signage located near accessible bathroom door? *

The position of grab bars is determined from a seated position on toilet. Please select all applicable options. Pictured below: right hand side and behind grab bars

If your club has more than one accessible bathroom for players, please take note of questions above and add responses below for any additional accessible bathrooms

Location
What best describes entry door?
For example - automated, manual push to open, manual pull to open, manual sliding.
Horizontal clearance of the accessible bathroom door
Position of the toilet grab bars in the accessible bathroom (behind, left-hand side, right-hand side, retractable on both sides)
Shower provisions as outlined in question above.
Is there clear wayfinding signage?
Is there Braille signage located near bathroom door?

Players - Bathroom and Change Facilities

Are there men/boy's player dedicated bathroom and changing rooms? *

Where are men/boy's player dedicated bathroom and changing rooms located? *

Describe shower provisions in mens/boy's changeroom

Communal showers
Private cubicle with locking doors
Adequate hot and cold-water supply
Non slip flooring
Adequate lighting
Hooks or shelves to hang clothing and personal items
Soap
Shampoo
Mirrors
Hairdryers

Are there women/girl's player dedicated bathroom and changing rooms? *

Where are women/girl's player dedicated bathroom and changing rooms located? *

Describe shower provisions in womens/girl's changeroom

Communal showers
Private cubicle with locking doors
Adequate hot and cold-water supply
Non slip flooring
Adequate lighting
Hooks or shelves to hang clothing and personal items
Soap
Shampoo
Mirrors
Hairdryers
Straightening irons

Are there ambulant toilets in both the men/boys and women/girl's bathroom and change facilities?

If player bathroom and changing room entry doors are external, if required, are privacy screens provided to restrict direct sightlines into changing areas?

If lockers are provided, please specify their location and the procedure for accessing them

For example - lockers are located in changerooms.
Advise if patrons need to bring their own lock, are they equipped with combination locks, or are keys obtained from club?

Do changerooms offer any additional provisions?

For example irons and ironing boards

Players - All Genders Showers

Are there all genders showers for players? *

All gender showers are intentionally designed to accommodate individuals of any gender, irrespective of their gender identity or how they choose to express themselves. They typically feature private stalls with locking doors, individual showerheads, and changing areas that provide privacy for users.

How many all genders showers are available for players? *

Description of where all genders shower/s are located for players *

For example: All gender shower 1: At the far end of clubhouse on the right. All gender shower 2: in the clubhouse, next to the first aid room.

Describe the all genders shower provisions for players

Gender-Neutral Signage
Locking door
Emergency button
Hand held shower hose
Shower curtain/door
Privacy partitions
Adequate hot and cold-water supply
Non-slip flooring
Adequate lighting
Soap
Shampoo
Hooks or shelves to hang clothing and personal items
Mirror, ideally positioned for wheelchair user
Private drying area

Please select all applicable options

Is there clear wayfinding signage? *

Is there Braille signage located near shower door? *

Are there any other provisions in the all genders shower for players?

For example a right-hand transfer toilet with grab bars behind and to the right

If your club has more than one all genders shower for players, please take note of the questions above and add responses below for any additional showers

Location
Shower provisions as outlined in question above.
Is there clear shower wayfinding signage?
Is there Braille signage located near shower door?

Canteen/Kiosk

Is there a canteen/kiosk? *

Provide location of canteen/kiosk *

Is there an undercover queuing area at canteen/kiosk? *

What are the opening hours of canteen/kiosk? *

What is the height of the servery counter? *

Please refer to measurement instruction guide

What type of food and drink is available for purchase? *

For example, hot and cold food and drinks

Can special dietary requirements be catered for? *

What payment options are available? *

For example, cash. EFTPOS

If EFTPOS payments are available, are EFTPOS machines on a long cord or cordless so they can be passed over to someone using a wheelchair? *

Sporting Areas

Provide a list of sport playing areas that the club has *

Soccer pitch, tennis courts, football oval, cricket pitch, running track, golf practice facilities.

Describe the sporting areas. Use the list below for guidance *

Think surfaces - rubber, concrete, vinyl, laminate, hardwood, spring wooden floors, asphalt, carpet, tiled, grass, synthetic turf, hybrid grass, mats, gravel, dirt, dusty and dry, clay.
Think accessibility - roll on, gradients, camber.
Think size.
Think indoor or outdoor.
Think multi-purpose areas that accommodate different types of programming.
Practice areas

Why do we want to know about the type of playing areas?
Accessible information about sport playing fields allows individuals to assess whether the facilities accommodate their needs including mobility aids, such as wheelchairs or walkers.
It also helps to determine ease of movement: Detailed information about the playing surface, including its texture, helps individuals determine how easily they can navigate the area. Smooth, level surfaces are generally more accessible and safer for individuals with mobility impairments. Some individuals with mobility impairments may need to avoid playing fields with loose gravel, uneven terrain, or steep slopes that could pose challenges or increase the risk of falls.
Acoustics are important to consider. Individuals with hearing impairments may rely on environmental cues and acoustics to navigate their surroundings effectively. Information about the acoustics of a sport playing field, such as whether it is open-air or enclosed, can help individuals with hearing disabilities determine how sound travels within the environment and whether assistive listening devices may be needed.

If sporting areas have sports/flood lighting, please provide further information

If club has any public open spaces, provide details

For example, walking paths, playgrounds, picnic areas, benches, gardens, barbeques.

Grandstand

Does club have a grandstand?

Describe the overhead coverage of a grandstand

For example, partial roof cover, full roof cover

Are tiered seats flip-up seats?

Does seating bank offer wheelchair seating?

Does tiered seating have steps with handrails?

Are handrails on both sides of steps or only on one side?

Both sides
One side

Do steps have tactile ground surface indicators and compliant step edging contrast?

Tactile Ground Surface indicators
A tactile ground surface indicator (TGSI) is a textured pattern and typically consists of raised bumps or domes installed on walking surfaces. They are installed at key locations, such as the edges of platforms, stairs, ramps and pedestrian crossings. These indicators are designed to provide tactile and visual cues to assist people with vision impairments in navigating outdoor and indoor environments safely and independently.

Compliant Step Edging Contrast
Compliant step edging contrast means ensuring that steps are designed and constructed to meet accessibility standards, including providing adequate visual contrast to enhance safety for all users, particularly those with visual impairments

Programs and Services

What programs and services are available to members?

Casual membership
Full membership
Group training
Personal training
Coaching
Wellbeing classes
Specific programs for people with disability
Specific programs for seniors
Specific programs for young adults
Specific programs for children
Competitive teams and leagues
Recreational and social play
Fitness and Wellness Services - personal training or wellness workshops
Community Outreach and Engagement - partnerships with schools, community organisations
Education and development
Athlete support services - sports medicine and injury prevention services, nutrition counseling

Please select all applicable options

What other programs or services are available?

Equipment Storage

Where is the equipment storage area located within the club premises?

How many access points are there to the storage area? Are they clearly marked and easily accessible?

Is the storage area accessible to all members, including those with disabilities?

Who has access to the storage area? Are there any restrictions or authorisations required?

Are all equipment and storage areas clearly labeled and signposted for easy identification? Please provide information.

How is the equipment organised within the storage area (e.g., by sport, size, frequency of use)?

What are the emergency procedures in case of an accident or emergency in the storage area?

Is the storage area adequately lit?

Are there guidelines or training provided to members on how to properly access and use the storage area?

What are the procedures for borrowing and returning equipment? Is there a check-out system in place?

Access and Incusion

Do coaches have disability awareness training? *

For example - trained in autism awareness or best practice communication access

Please provide further information on coaches trained in disability awareness *

Has sporting club completed Disability Sports Australia’s Accessibility Champion course? *

This is a free online course focussed on identifying, upskilling and supporting an Accessibility Champion or Champions to help grassroots sporting clubs and leisure providers start the accessibility journey.
Disability Sports Australia’s Accessibility Champion course

Does sporting club offer 1:1 trainers/coaches for people with disability? *

Communication accessibility - If available, provide details on how your club provides accessible communication options

For example - communication access boards or tags, visual scheduling, captioning or assistive listening devices (FM systems, infrared systems, loop systems)

Does sporting club have adaptive sporting teams?

For example
Wheelchair basketball
Boccia
Goalball
Sitting volleyball
Blind cricket
All ability programming
All ability competition

Provide further information on adaptive sport provided at the club

If adaptive equipment is available please provide details. use the list below as guidance.

For example
Sports wheelchairs
Hand cycles
Audible balls
Boccia balls
Colour contrast equipment
Colour contrasted playing boundaries
Hand signals for people who are hard of hearing or D/deaf
Use of inclusive language when giving instructions eg verbal for a person who is blind, tactile for a person who is deaf or a practical demonstration
Play space area reduction
Training activities chunked into smaller sections
Visual supports (eg schedules and pictures to help participants understand the sequence of activities and what is expected of them)
Sensory tools such as fidgets, headphones, and weighted blankets to help participants regulate
Clear and concise communication (eg clear and simple language when giving instructions or feedback)
Regular break times
Quiet/chill out space
Modification of activities and expectations as needed to accommodate individual needs and preferences

Does sporting club have All Ability teams? *

Do All Ability teams have their own competition league? *

Does sporting club provide sensory friendly training sessions? *

During sensory friendly training sessions, which best describes enviroment and provisions

Coaches/referees without whistles
Lower levels of lighting
Reduced noise levels (including applause, sirens)
Layout of space that creates a sensory-friendly environment
Range of activities and allow participants to choose which ones they want to participate in
Visual supports (eg schedules and pictures to help participants understand the sequence of activities and what is expected of them)
Quiet/chill out space/Sensory room
Reduced numbers

Please provide further information on sensory friendly training sessions that may not be addressed above

If club has a dedicated sensory room or quiet space, please provide further details below

If club offers second hand uniforms, please provide further information on how members can source these

Does sporting club promote inclusive uniforms that offer members a combination of uniform variations? *

Victoria University together with Change our Game, School Sport Victoria and Victorian State Government; Education and Training, have put together a helpful resource that outlines uniforms that encourage girls to play sport and be physically active.
Download Sports Uniform Guide

If breastfeeding facilities are available, please provide details on location and provisions

For example, microwave, feeding chair, baby change

Provide information on how club considers the needs of the LGBTIQIA+ community

For example
Established a Non-Discrimination Policy
Staff trained in inclusive language
Marketing material featuring diversity and inclusivity
Inclusive programming
Collaboration with local LGBTIQ organisations

Provide information on how club has taken steps towards reconcilation

For example
An Acknowledgement of Country practice
Display Indigenous artwork, language or signage
Employ Indigenous staff
Staff/coaches trained in cultural awareness

Does club take into account cultural factors for members?

For example
A communication style that is clear, simple, and easily understood by all members
Organise events at timings that are convenient for families to ensure their participation, particularly if the club consists of members from cultures that highly value family and community

Provide further information on cultural considerations

How do members receive information about club events, changes in schedules, or other important updates?

Accessibility related enquiries and feedback - If available, please provide process to make enquiries or to provide feedback on accessibility-related issues

Gym

Does sporting club have a gym? *

What accessible equipment is available? *

Bar bells
Boxing equipment
Cable machines
Cardio equipment
Dumbbells
Fit balls
Foam rollers
Free weights
Functional training equipment
Hand cycle machine
Kettle bells
Medicine balls
Recumbent bikes
Thera Bands

Please select all applicable options

Does sporting club have any other accessible gym equipment available?

Wet Area

Does sporting club have a wet area? *

Does the wet area include a pool? *

Please provide location of the pool within the sports club? *

What is the temperature of the pool? *

What is the size of the pool? *

For example, 20m

Which best describes the access into the pool? *

Ladder access with handrails on both sides
Ladder access with handrail on one side only
Ramped access with handrails on both sides
Ramped access with handrail on one side only
Stepped access with handrails on both sides
Stepped access with handrail on one side only

Does sporting club provide a water wheelchair? *

Does the pool have hoist access? *

What type of hoist is available? *

Seated
Sling

If applicable, what is the safe working load of the seated pool hoist?

For example: maximum load 200kg

If applicable, please provide sling pool hoist model details and safe working load

For example: C450 ceiling hoist with hoist/carry bar. Safe maximum load 200kg.

If sling hoist is available, does the user need to bring their own sling? *

If the wet area includes any other facilities, please provide details

For example, spa, steam room, sauna

Allied Health Services

Does sporting club offer players access to allied health services? *

Which allied health services are available?

Exercise Physiologist
Massage
Osteopathy
Physiotherapy

Please select all applicable options

Does club offer any other allied health services?

Useful Information

Does club have an accessible website? *

Having an accessible website means that the website is designed and developed in a way that ensures people with disabilities can perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with the content effectively. This includes considerations for users with various disabilities, such as visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive impairments. Accessible websites typically adhere to accessibility standards and guidelines, such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), to ensure that everyone, regardless of their abilities, can access and use the website comfortably and effectively.

Which provisions are available?

Tours of grounds and rooms
Well-lit connection between playing fields, the facility and the car park
Vending machine
Merchandise store
Shade and weather protection for spectators
Seated area for spectators
Free Wi-Fi
Pen and paper available for exchange of information
Prices displayed and easy to read
Prices come up on register - some people may not be able to understand how much to pay or may be hard of hearing/deaf
External and internal signage and wayfinding that is prominent and easy to read
Acceptance of the ‘Companion Card’ – this is used by an individual who is unable to independently access a venue or activity and therefore brings a carer/companion for support (holders of this card pay any fees associated with participation or membership but their ‘companion’ does not)
Have discounts for people receiving Centrelink payments e.g. Disability Support Pension, Health Care Card?

Please select all applicable options

Provide further information on provisions if missed on list above

If sports club accepts Seniors/Carer Card, please provide details on benefits

Registered with the Carer/Seniors Card Program?
For more information go to: Senior Carer Cards

If drinking fountain/s is available, provide location/s and measurements as outlined below

Location/s
Drinking spout height - from the floor to spout
Bottle refill height - from the floor to bottle refill
Knee clearance if applicable
Knee clearance refers to the space underneath a drinking fountain that allows users to comfortably approach and access the fountain while standing or in a seated position. The design of knee clearance is particularly important for individuals with mobility limitations, such as those who use wheelchairs.
Please refer to the measurement instruction guide

If members can book facilities or equipment, please provide information

For example, clubhouse is available for private bookings. Bookings enquires can be sent to {email}...

Is sporting club an NDIS provider? *

Where is first aid room located? *

Please provide location of all defibrillators *

Are staff and coaches trained in first aid and CPR? *

What are the emergency procedures in case of fire, injury, or other incidents? Where are the emergency exits and equipment located?

What security measures are in place (e.g., surveillance cameras, security personnel)?

Please provide one to two additional pieces of information that you would like to share about the sporting club

For example: A Social Story is available to help guide you with a general training session.

Service Animals

Do you have a policy for service animals? *

Please provide link to Service Animal Policy

If water bowls are available for service animals including Guide dogs, seeing eye dogs and assistance dogs, please advise how dog owners can obtain bowls or where bowls are located

If there is a designated service animal relief area, please provide details

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