Access Guide
Generic (English to Welsh Translation)
- Mae’r canllawiau hyn ar gael yn Gymraeg. Dewiswch ‘accessibility’ yn y gornel dde uchaf, clicio ar y symbol iaith ac yna chwilio am ‘Welsh/Cymraeg’.
- These guides are available in Welsh by selecting accessibility in the top right-hand corner, clicking on the translation symbol, and then searching for Welsh.
Summary
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; Trevithick Restaurant, Student Common Room, Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Research Facility, Trevithick Library, computer rooms, Trevithick Lecture Theatre, Design Studio and Collaboration Space.
- Services / Facilities within the grounds include; In some places within the building the floor you enter on is signed with 'G' and in others as level 0.
- For consistency within this guide the entry level floor is referred to as level 0.
- North Building link (new tab) - click here.
- Student Hub - 0.01 link (new tab) - click here.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located on level 0 near the Student Common Room.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located on level 0 near the Student Common Room.
On level 1 near the lift.
On level 2 near the lift. - Male standard toilet facilities are located on level 0 near the Student Common Room.
On level 1 near the lift.
On level 2 near the lift. - Baby changing facilities are located within 0.005 Quiet Room / Maternity Room on level 0.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The University venues of Newport Road are located in central Cardiff, just off the A4161 and 350 southwest of the Cardiff Royal Infirmary.
- Standard, Blue Badge and on street parking is available nearby.
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
- The nearest bus stop is 120m away on West Grove. 8 different bus services stop here and provide direct services to and from Cardiff city centre, Pontprennau, Cyncoed, Thornhill and Llanishen.
- For more information on Bus fare and timetable information please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Cardiff Queen Street.
- The nearest train station, Cardiff Queen Street, is half a mile away on Station Terrace.
- For more information on station, fare and timetable information please click here (opens new tab).
Useful Information
- To see more information on Support for Disabled Students please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 029 2251 8888.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Student Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 029 2251 8888.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Library Services please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 029 2087 4818.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 029 2087 4849.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on IT Services please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 029 2251 1111.
- Email: [email protected].
Rooms and Spaces Links
Building Parking
- The building does have its own dedicated parking.
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Building Car Park
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- The car park can be used by Blue Badge holders.
- There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
- The car park is located at the front of the building.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
- There is/are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 235cm x 480cm.
- The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
- The marked zone is 131cm wide.
- The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
- The nearest designated bay is 30m (98ft) from the Trevithick Building main entrance.
- The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
- Assistance may be required because there is / are dropped kerbs.
- The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
- The name of the car park is The Queens Buildings car park.
- The car park is located at the rear of the building facing the venue.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 240cm x 360cm (7ft 10in x 11ft 9in).
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on The Parade.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is a designated drop off point.
- There is not a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
- The drop off point is located in front of the building.
- The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
- The drop-off point consists of nine standard bays. The maximum waiting time is 30 minutes.
Site/Campus Car Park (The Queens Buildings)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located in the centre of The Queens Buildings.
- The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are North, South, Central and West Buildings.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- The car park surface is block paving.
- Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park can be used by staff, students and visitors.
- Parking charges apply for non permit holders.
- Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
- Signs are clearly presented.
- Payment can be made by phone.
- To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
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Car Park Access
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- There is step free access from this car park.
- Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
- There is not a campus map available within the car park.
- This car park is free for parking permit holders only.
If you aren't a permit holder you can pay by phone using the RingGo app, site number: 39356.
If you don't have a smart phone you can call 02030460183 to pay for parking over the phone. . - There is additional on-street parking located on The Parade.
The size of the standard marked bays are 240cm x 360cm.
Charges apply via the payment machine or the Ringo app.
Outside Access (Trevithick Building Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- This entrance gives access to The reception area, restaurant and level 0.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Adeilad Trevithick/Trevithick Building'.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 107cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- There is a push pad/button to exit the main automatic doors.
- The exit push pad or push button is 115cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 169cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 155cm.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located on the approach to the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located ahead as you enter.
- The reception point is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception counter is 102cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section of the counter.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 77cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a bell to attract attention.
- Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the building .
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and vinyl.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
- There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
- Quiet Room 0.05 is located next to the toilet facilities on level 0.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
Opening Times (Trevithick Restaurant)
- Monday 08:30 - 20:00.
- Tuesday 08:30 - 20:00.
- Wednesday 08:30 - 20:00.
- Thursday 08:30 - 20:00.
- Friday 08:30 - 20:00.
- Saturday 00:00 - 00:00.
- Sunday 00:00 - 00:00.
- Outside of semester times the restaurant is open between 08:30 - 15:00 Monday to Friday.
Entrance (Trevithick Restaurant)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on level 0 opposite reception.
- This entrance gives access to the Trevithick Restaurant.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Restaurant Café '.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 153cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
Eating and Drinking (Trevithick Restaurant)
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the restaurant.
- The restaurant is located on the level 0 opposite the building reception desk.
- There is step-free access to the restaurant.
- For access there are double manual doors which are permanently held open.
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Service and Menus
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- Tables cannot be booked in advance.
- There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
- Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
- Menu types include; written wall menus.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
- The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Adapted cups are not available.
- Adapted cutlery is not available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- This area does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
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Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 91cm.
- There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
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Self-Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 91cm.
- There is not a moveable card machine available for payment.
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Payment Counter
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- The height of the counter is 90cm.
- There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
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Tables and Seating
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- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 69cm.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 73cm.
- The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 69cm.
- The surface height of the highest table is 113cm.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- There are also high tables, bench seats and high stools.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
- There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The lighting levels are good.
Entrance (From North Building Between Levels 1-2)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located between levels 1 and 2 within North Building.
- This entrance gives access to the mezzanine between levels 1 and 2 within the Trevithick Building.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'TREVITHICK BUILDING / ADEILAD TREVITHICK'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 155cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 145cm.
Other Floors (Reception Foyer)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located ahead as you enter.
- The stairs are approximately 11m from the main entrance.
- The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by the stairs are level 0, 1 and 2.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The depth of the steps is 18cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Lift
- The lift is located ahead as you enter.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 13m (42ft) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are level 0, 1 and 2.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 109cm x 140cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 7in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.
- The lift control marked two takes you to the Mezzanine level between level between levels 1 and 2.
- The lift control marked 3 takes you to the level 2 in the building.
- The weight limit for the lift was not displayed.
Opening Times (Trevithick Library)
- Monday 08:45 - 21:30.
- Tuesday 08:45 - 21:30.
- Wednesday 08:45 - 21:30.
- Thursday 08:45 - 21:30.
- Friday 08:45 - 21:30.
- Saturday 10:00 - 17:30.
- Sunday 10:00 - 17:00.
- Please click here for information on opening times.
- The opening times above are during semesters. At all other times opening times vary.
Entrance (Trevithick Library)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on level 1.
- This entrance gives access to Trevithick Library.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Croeso i'r Llyfrgell Trevithick / Welcome to Trevithick Library'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
- The entry push pad or push button is 72cm from floor level.
- The exit push pad or push button is 91cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 158cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There are security barriers at this entrance.
- The minimum width between the security barriers is 100cm.
Reception (Trevithick Library)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located on the right after entering the library.
- The reception point is approximately 8m (26ft) from the library entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are varied.
- The height of the reception counter is 74cm .
- There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
Library (Trevithick Library)
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Library Circulation
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- There is step-free access within the library.
- The type of flooring in the library is carpet.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
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Self Service Machines
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- There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
- The self service book borrow/return machine(s) is/are located ahead as you enter .
- The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 103cm and 112cm.
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Library Services
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- This library is able to provide material in the following formats: Braille, large print, ebook, ejournal and audio.
- There are reading/study desks available.
- The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 72cm in height.
- There are no height adjustable desks available.
- The seats do not have armrests.
- Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
- Auxiliary aids are available.
- Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Large Key Keyboards, High Visibility/Contrast Keyboards, a Trackball Mouse, Ergonomic Chairs, Adjustable Foot Rests, Document Holders, Hand Held Magnifiers, CCTV/Video Magnifiers, Coloured Overlays and Audio Recorders.
- ergonomic mice and wrist rests.
- The library does have computers with accessible software.
- Accessible software available includes: JAWS, Texthelp Read&Write, Mindview and Supernova.
- A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
Toilet with Adaptations (Level 0 - Left Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located around to the left after entering the building.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 22m (72ft) from the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 9in).
- The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 139cm x 197cm (4ft 6in x 6ft 5in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 92cm (3ft 0in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- There is not a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The visual contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- There is an emergency alarm .
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- There are coat hooks in the toilet at 112cm and 120cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
- The shelf is at a height of 83cm.
- The shelf is located where it is reachable.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
- The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
- The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 97cm .
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 99cm (3ft 2in) .
- The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- There is an additional shelf with a size less there 12cm x 40cm which is obstructed and at a height of 95cm. .
Standard Toilet(s) (Level 0)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The male toilet is located around to the left after entering the building.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 16m from the main entrance .
- The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
- There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
- Lighting levels are good.
- One of the cubicles contains a squat toilet.
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Toilet Facilities 2
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- The female toilet is located around to the left after entering the building.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 16m from the main entrance.
- The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
- There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
- Lighting levels are good.
- One of the cubicles contains a squat toilet.
Standard Toilet(s) (Level 1)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The female and male toilets are located near the lift exit on level 1.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the lift.
- The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
- There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
- Lighting levels are good.
- There are identical toilets in the same location on the level 2.
Generic (0.005 Quiet Room / Maternity Room - Level 0)
- There is a Maternity Room available on the level 0.
- It is 22m from the building entrance.
- The door is single with a locked extension leaf.
- The door opens away from you, may be difficult to open and is 88cm wide.
- The flooring in the room is carpet and vinyl and the lighting is good.
- There is not a 150cm x 150cm turning space available.
- There is a sofa with armrests available.
- There is a changing unit available. The height of the changing mat on top is 117cm.
- There is covered bench available at a height of 75cm.
- There is a wash basin with lever mixer taps. The height of the wash basin is 78cm.
- There are coat hooks at a height of 130cm.
