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Anselm

Canterbury Christ Church University, North Holmes Road, Canterbury, Kent , CT1 1QU

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Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the main entrance is step-free via slight slopes.
  • There is a slight slope on the approach to the main entrance from Becket.
    There are steep slopes on the approach to the main entrance from the Red Car Park.
  • Anselm has 8 entrances. The main entrance is located at the front of the building and provides step-free level access to the ground floor (via a very slight ramp). There are two sets of double automatic doors at this entrance.
    There is an entrance located in the courtyard opposite Becket, which provides step-free access to the ground floor via a slight ramp and double automatic doors (push pad activated).
    The Christ Church Students' Union entrance is located to the rear left of the building, opposite Verena Holmes, and provides step-free access into the Christ Church Students' Union, via a slight ramp and two sets of automatic doors.
    There is an external entrance to the Health Sim Space, located to the right at the bottom of the ramp leading down to the Christ Church Students' Union entrance. This entrance gives step-free access to the Health Sim Space, via a slight ramp and automatic doors.
    There is an entrance located in the courtyard opposite Fleming and Fisher, which provides step-free access to the ground floor via a slight ramp and double automatic doors (push pad activated).
    There is an entrance located in the courtyard opposite Verena Holmes, which provides step-free access to the ground floor via a steep ramp and double automatic doors (touch pad activated).
    There is an entrance located in the courtyard opposite Hepworth, which provides step-free access to the ground floor via a slight ramp and double automatic doors (push pad activated).
    There is an entrance located in the alcove opposite Laud, which provides step-free level access to the ground floor via double automatic doors (push pad activated), followed by double manual doors which are permanently held open.
  • The entrances are not differentiated by name for this building, although the main entrance, as well as those located in the courtyard opposite Becket, the courtyard opposite Fleming and Fisher, the courtyard opposite Verena Holmes and the courtyard opposite Hepworth are signed as "Anselm".
    The Christ Church Students' Union entrance is signed as "CCSU".
    The Health Sim Space external entrance and the entrance located in the alcove opposite Laud are unsigned.
  • The main entrance is located at the front of the building and provides step-free level access to the ground floor (via a very slight ramp). There are two sets of double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • There is an entrance located in the courtyard opposite Becket, which provides step-free access to the ground floor via a slight ramp and double automatic doors (push pad activated).
    The Christ Church Students' Union entrance is located to the rear left of the building, opposite Verena Holmes, and provides step-free access into the Christ Church Students' Union, via a slight ramp and two sets of automatic doors.
    There is an external entrance to the Health Sim Space, located to the right at the bottom of the ramp leading down to the Christ Church Students' Union entrance. This entrance gives step-free access to the Health Sim Space, via a slight ramp and automatic doors.
    There is an entrance located in the courtyard opposite Fleming and Fisher, which provides step-free access to the ground floor via a slight ramp and double automatic doors (push pad activated).
    There is an entrance located in the courtyard opposite Verena Holmes, which provides step-free access to the ground floor via a steep ramp and double automatic doors (touch pad activated).
    There is an entrance located in the courtyard opposite Hepworth, which provides step-free access to the ground floor via a slight ramp and double automatic doors (push pad activated).
    There is an entrance located in the alcove opposite Laud, which provides step-free level access to the ground floor via double automatic doors (push pad activated), followed by double manual doors which are permanently held open.

Getting Around

  • There is not step-free level access throughout the ground floor.
    There is step-free level access throughout the lower ground floor and first floor.
  • On the ground floor, there are 3 steps, bypassed by a steep ramp (with no handrails) to access the reception seating area, food court, main lift and main stairs.
    On the ground floor, there is a slight ramp with no handrails to access rooms Ag10-Ag14.
    There are then 3 steps with a height of 13cm to access rooms Ag17-Ag18.
    On the ground floor, there are 2 steps, bypassed by a steep ramp (with handrails on both sides) to access Anselm Studios and all areas to the left of the building.
    To the right at the top of this level change, there is a single step, bypassed by a slight ramp with a handrail on the right going up, to access rooms Ag70-Ag75.
    To the left at the top of this level change, there is a steep ramp with a handrail on the left going up, to access the toilet with adaptations, standard toilets and rooms Ag22-Ag40.
    To the left of the corridor, there are 3 steps, 15cm high with no handrails, to access rooms Ag42-Ag46.
    To the left of the corridor, there are 8 steps, 17cm high and with a handrail on the left going up, to access rooms Ag52-Ag57, standard male and female toilets and changing rooms, and the internal access to the Students' Union. These are bypassed by a stair lift.
  • Floor surfaces along circulation routes are comprised of a mixture of low pile carpet, vinyl and laminate, with the latter two having a shiny finish.
  • There are resting areas in some circulation and lobby areas with a mixture of seating.
  • Wall-mounted wayfinding and map signage is provided throughout the building.
  • There are push pad activated automatic doors and manual doors which are permanently held open along circulation routes throughout the building.
    There are also manual doors to access stairwells, some of which are permanently held open.

Rooms and Services in the Building

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located up the ramp to the left and along the corridor as you enter the building through the main entrance.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located within the standard male changing facilities only.
    • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located on the lower ground floor, straight ahead as you exit the lift.
    • The male and female toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, straight ahead at the top of the ramp as you face Anselm Studios; and within the standard male and female changing rooms.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Standard changing facilities are located along the corridor to the left of the building, at the top of the stair lift.
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located within the standard male and female changing facilities.

Parking (Red Car Park)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the front of the building, off North Holmes Road.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and block paving.
    • There are 7 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 250cm (width) x 533cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 129cm.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • The nearest designated bay is 44m from the main entrance (first set of doors).
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has steep ramps or slopes, bollards and uneven surfaces.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for staff permit holders and Blue Badge holders only.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
    • Blue Badge holders must contact the university in advance in order to arrange parking.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There is 1 electric vehicle charging point.
    • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 225cm (width) x 530cm (depth).
    • The nozzle holster is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The charging points require an app.
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • On-street Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.
    • There is standard on-street parking available in marked bays on North Holmes Road.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • The EV charging point is simply a charging socket only - there are no controls, with all functions handled via the PodPoint mobile app.

Entrance (Main Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building, off North Holmes Road.
  • The approach to the entrance has bollards.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy ramp at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 120cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors .
  • The second set of doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 144cm.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.

Reception (Security Desk)

  • The reception is located immediately to the right as you enter the building through the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance (second set of doors) is 3m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 105cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • The reception has glazed screens.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and sofas.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.

Lift (Main Lift)

  • The lift surveyed is located at the top of the ramp to the right as you enter the building through the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance (second set of doors) is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has a steep ramp or slope.
  • Floors LG, G and 1 are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 90cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 106cm (width) x 145cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Stairs (Main Stairs)

  • The stairs surveyed are located to the right at the top of the ramp on the right as you enter the building through the main entrance.
  • There is a permanently held open door to access the stairwell.
  • Floors LG, G and 1 can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 19 steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are not easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 19cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located up the ramp to the left and along the corridor as you enter the building through the main entrance.
    • The distance from the main entrance (second set of doors) is 28m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has steep ramps or slopes and doors permanently held open.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens automatically and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 80cm.
    • The door has a push pad lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door .
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 145cm (width) x 188cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has varying visual contrasts.
    • The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 95cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rail is on the right as you face the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 91cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 128cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 110cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • The automatic door is touch pad activated. The touch pad is at a height of 88cm. The door release button is at a height of 86cm.

Entrance (Christ Church Students' Union)

  • This entrance is located to the rear left of the building, opposite Verena Holmes.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the left going down.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 97cm.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 145cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 117cm.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors .
  • The second set of doors are permanently held open.
  • The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 70cm.
  • The width of the opening is 216cm.
  • The second set of doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 98cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Reception (Christ Church Students' Union)

  • The reception is located immediately to the right as you enter the building through the Christ Church Students' Union entrance, between the first and second sets of doors.
  • The distance from the Christ Church Students' Union entrance (first set of doors) is 5m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 110cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 80cm.
  • There is a clearly signed portable hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.

Kitchen/Dining (CCSU Campus Pantry)

  • The kitchen/dining area is located diagonally to the right as you enter the building through the Christ Church Students' Union entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen/dining area.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • The work surface is 94cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is available with a clear knee recess.
  • The lowered work surface is 80cm from the floor.
  • Overhead cupboards are available.
  • The sink is 90cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a microwave, a toaster, a kettle and a fridge.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests, high stools, stools, sofas, benches and chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: long tables, tables, high tables and coffee tables.
  • Some chairs and tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There is also some patterned deep pile carpet in the seating area.

Lift (Christ Church Students' Union - Access to Students' Union Offices)

  • The lift surveyed is located to the right as you pass through the second set of doors at the Christ Church Students' Union entrance.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • The distance from the Christ Church Students' Union entrance (second set of doors) is 6m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The ground floor and first floor of the Christ Church Students' Union are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 101cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 98cm (width) x 142cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a hearing assistance alarm system, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs (Christ Church Students' Union - Access to Students' Union Offices)

  • The stairs surveyed are located to the right and right again as you enter the building through the Christ Church Students' Union entrance.
  • There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
  • The ground floor and first floor of the Christ Church Students' Union can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 15 steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have a handrail on the left going up.
  • The handrail is not easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 19cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.