Access Guide
Summary
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; the URDANG Performing Arts College.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located on the lower ground and first floors.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor.
- Male standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor.
- Standard changing facilities are located on the lower ground floor.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The main University buildings are located off Northampton Square. This is in the Clerkenwell area of London, just off the A1. This area is within the Congestion Charge Zone.
- There is on street, metered parking on the surrounding streets. On street parking is free for Blue Badge holders in the Borough of Islington, for an unlimited time when parked in bays and with a 3 hour time limit when on single yellow lines.
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By Bus
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- There are two bus stops: City University (stop UK, UF) on St John Street outside the College Building. These stops are serviced by bus route 153. There are two bus stops: City University (stop US, UN) on Goswell Road. These bus stops are serviced by bus routes 4 and 56.
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By Train
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- The closest train stations to the campus are Farringdon, on the Thameslink Line and Old Street, on the Great Northern Line. The nearest main London terminus station is Kings Cross. However, all of the London terminal stations are within reach of the campus using public transport.
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By Underground
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- The closest underground stations are Angel (Northern Line) and Farringdon (Circle, Hammersmith and City and Metropolitan Lines).
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Useful Links
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- The City, University of London journey planner.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- The Transport for London homepage for information about busses, underground and London Overground services.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- National Rail homepage for information about country wide trains.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
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Useful Information
- To see more information on Disability Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7040 0246.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Admissions Office (Undergraduate) please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7040 8716.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7040 7040.
- Email: [email protected].
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
- The name of the car park is Green Parking.
- The car park is located on Amwell Street.
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
- The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 200cm x 970cm (6ft 7in x 31ft 10in).
- The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Garnault Place.
- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Garnault Place.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located to the left of the main entrance, off Garnault Place.
- This entrance gives access to admission office, course office, Studio 3 and lift (UG, G).
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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 an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 148cm (4ft 10in).
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 115cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 164cm.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located to the right of this entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up the ramp.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located to the left of this entrance.
- There is/are 3 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up the step(s).
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are not easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
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Comments
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- This section is usually locked and will need a staff member for assistance.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on the rear side of the building, off Garnault Place.
- This entrance gives access to course office, Studio 3 and lift (UG, G).
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- There is not 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.
- 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 205cm.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 81cm.
- The height of the key card reader is 120cm.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located at the base of the first set of doors, and beyond the second set.
- There is/are 4 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The first step has a height of 7cm.
Step(s)
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Stepped Level Change 1
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- There is a/are step(s) located near to the lift (UG, G) on the ground floor.
- The step(s) is/are used to access the upper ground floor.
- There is/are 5 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 20cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
- The depth of the steps are 29cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
- There is a standard lift to overcome the step(s).
- These steps can be overcome by using the lift (UG, G).
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Stepped Level Change 2
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- There is a/are step(s) located near the main entrance on the ground floor.
- The step(s) is/are used to access the upper ground floor.
- There is/are 7 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
- The depth of the steps are 28cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
- 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.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
- There is a standard lift to overcome the step(s).
- These steps can be overcome by using the lift (UG, G).
Ramp(s) or Slope(s)
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Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1
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- There is a ramp/slope located to the right on exiting the UG, 1, 2 lift on the upper ground floor.
- The ramp/slope is used to access atrium area and the UG, 1, 2 lift.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 148cm (4ft 10in).
- The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
- The width of the ramp maybe restricted by chairs along the length of the ramp.
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Ramped/Sloped Level Change 2
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- There is a ramp/slope located to the right of the building, in front of the UG, 1, 2 lift on the upper ground floor.
- The ramp/slope is used to access Studios 2, 5 and Singing Room 1.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located Between the two sets of doors.
- The reception point is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the First set of doors.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is stepped access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are no 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 moderate to good.
- The height of the reception counter is 114cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a bell to attract attention.
- 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.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
- There is stepped access to There are two sets of steps between the ground floor and the upper ground floor, which can be bypassed via lift.
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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 vinyl and stone.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
- There is flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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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 not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- Access to Room 205 (Custom store) is only available by traveling through workshop 201 on the second floor.
Other Floors
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located to the east of the building.
- The stairs are approximately 25m from the main entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by the stairs are LG, UG, 1, 2 and 3.
- 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 between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are not clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are not easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.
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Other Information
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- The room(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are 302 production office and third floor storerooms.
Lift (UG, G)
- The lift is located next to the Course Office on the ground floor.
- The lift was out of use at the time of the survey.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and UG.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not 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 within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
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Comments
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- The lift was out of service at the time of the survey (October 2023).
Lift (UG, 1, 2)
- The lift is located near Studio 2, to the right of the main entrance on the upper ground floor.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are UG, 1 and 2.
- The weight limit for the lift is 1250kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not 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 within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 190cm x 140cm (6ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does 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.
Standard Changing Room (Lower Ground Floor)
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Location and Access
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- This standard changing room is located on the far end of the hallway on the lower ground floor.
- This standard changing room is approximately 35m from the lift (UG, G).
- There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
- A key is not required for the standard changing room.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the standard changing room door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- There is no lock for the toilet door.
- The width of the standard changing room opening is 82cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Changing Facilities
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- The dimensions of the standard changing room are 210cm x 365cm.
- The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a changing table/bench and a toilet.
- Other fixtures/facilities available include; standard shower cubicles with stepped access.
- This is a male changing room.
- The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
- There is not an emergency alarm.
- There is seating available within the changing room.
- The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
- There are lockers within the changing room.
- There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 170cm from the floor.
- Disposal facilities are available in the changing room.
- There is a/are general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- The lighting levels in the changing room are moderate to good.
- There a 10cm step to access the showers.
Accessible Toilet(s) (Lower Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer - Staff Toilet)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the left side of the hallway, on the lower ground floor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the lift (UG, G).
- 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 pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
- The door opens inwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- 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 245cm x 245cm (8ft x 8ft).
- The accessible toilet does 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 195cm (6ft 5in).
- 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 contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
- 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 contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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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 not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 115cm (3ft 9in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 6in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
- 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 80cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the towel dispenser is 130cm (4ft 3in).
- The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is fair.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 130cm (4ft 3in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is fair.
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Accessible Shower
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- The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
- There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
- The shower head is height adjustable.
- The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
- There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
- The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
- The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 44cm (1ft 5in).
- Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
- The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is fair.
- There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
- The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is fair.
- There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
Accessible Toilet(s) (First floor - Left Hand Transfer - Gender Neutral)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located next to the UG, 1, 2 lift and the great hall on the first floor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the UG, 1, 2 lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is an all gender toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 82cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
- 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 150cm x 220cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
- The accessible toilet does 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 75cm (2ft 6in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary 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 contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
- 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 contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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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 not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
- There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
- 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 97cm (3ft 2in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 6in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
- 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 85cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the towel dispenser is 144cm (4ft 9in).
- The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is poor.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 102cm (3ft 4in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The female and male toilets are located near the UG, 1, 2 lift and the great hall on the first floor.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the UG, 1, 2 lift.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 90cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
- Lighting levels are good.