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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a Sports Centre.
• Related link Haddon Building.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/derby-college/broomfield-hall/access-guides/haddon-building

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:00 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 22:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 22:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 22:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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• Comments View
  • Opening times for the weekend will depend on what courses are being run.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Broomfield Hall Campus is located to the North East of Derby between Breadsall Morley. The Campus is easily accessed via the A38, the A61 and the A608. The Campus Postcode for Sat-Nav users is DE7 6DN.
  • There are several open-air car parks located around the campus. The main car park is located to the right of the Haddon Building as you enter the site and is clearly signposted. There is also a dedicated car park for the Sports Centre just as you enter the campus which is clearly signposted. There are no parking charges, but you are required to register your registration number at the Haddon Building Reception next to the Main Car Park.
• By Bus View
  • The campus is on the H1 bus route and there are bus stops directly outside the Main Campus entrance.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Derby and there are several Taxi services which run from there. Alternatively, you can take the H1 bus which drops off directly outside the Campus Main entrance.
• Useful Links View
  • Derby Transport Information site.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • National Rail Enquires.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Inclusion and Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0300 123 7890 ext 1208.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Inclusion and Support Service at Derby College offer support on all college sites in-class, outside of the classroom, with exams and assessments and in the wider college environment.
• To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0800 028 0289.
• To see more information on How To Apply please click here (opens new tab).

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Building Parking (Sports Hall Parking)

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by staff, students and visitors.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located to the left of the Sports Hall.
  • 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 240cm x 480cm (7ft 10in x 15ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 90m (98yd 1ft) from the Sports Hall 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.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Main Campus Car Park.
  • The car park is located to the right of the sports Hall, next to the Haddon Building.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Sports Centre Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the building.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 165cm (5ft 5in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.

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Outside Access (Changing Rooms Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the Sports Centre entrance.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Reception

• Sports Centre Reception is located ahead as you enter the Sports Centre entrance.
• The desk is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the Sports Centre entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Accessible Changing Room (Ground Floor)

• There is a Changing Places facility available.
• There is an/are accessible changing room(s) available.
• The accessible changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on the ground floor of the Sports Centre.
• The accessible changing room(s) is/are approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the Sports Centre entrance.
• The accessible changing room(s) is/are approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Sports Hall.
• The accessible changing room(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room(s) are 255cm x 245cm (8ft 4in x 8ft).
• The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room(s) include; a chair/stool, handrails, a dropdown rail, a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
• There is level access to the accessible changing room(s).

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Accessible Shower (Changing Room - Ground Floor)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the changing rooms.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Standard Changing Room (Male - Ground Floor)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on the ground floor, in the corridor to the right of reception.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the Sports Centre entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Sports Hall.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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Standard Shower (Male Changing Room - Ground Floor)

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the changing rooms.
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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Accessible Toilet (Ground Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the Sports Centre entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, in the accessible changing room.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 245cm x 255cm (8ft x 8ft 4in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, non-infectious waste and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 156cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 126cm (4ft 2in).
  • 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).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 82cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor Changing Rooms)

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• Location of Standard Toilet(s) View
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on the ground floor.
• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A male standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located in the male changing rooms.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 26m from the Sports Centre entrance.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • The stairs are located to the right as you enter the Sports Centre entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 6m from the Sports Centre entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left of reception.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Sports Centre entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The lift door is manual, opens outwards and may be difficult to open.
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in 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.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • The lift is accessed via a slight ramp.

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Fitness Suite (Gymnasium)

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the first floor of the sports centre.
  • The fitness suite is 13m (14yd 8in) from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • Level access is by lift.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are single.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The opening is 98cm wide.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
  • A portable hearing assistance system is not available for induction.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Accessible Bathroom (First Floor)

• Accessible bathroom facilities are available.

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• Location and access View
  • It was possible to access the bathroom during the survey.
  • The bathroom is unisex.
  • There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the accessible bathroom door.
  • The accessible bathroom is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • There is level access to the accessible bathroom.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and dimensions View
  • A key is not required for the accessible bathroom.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 332cm x 242cm (10ft 11in x 7ft 11in).
  • The bathroom has a non-slip floor.
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the bathroom.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
  • It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from the floor).
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a coat hook.
• Position of fixtures View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm ().
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The hand dryer is 113cm (3ft 8in) high.
  • 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 towel dispenser is 104cm (3ft 5in) high.
  • 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).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin height is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap for the wash basin.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The lateral transfer space is 275cm (9ft).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There are mirrors in the accessible bathroom.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
• Bath details View
  • There is not a bath.
• Wheel in shower details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is adjustable.
  • The shower control type is lever.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The flip-down or fixed seat height is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There are handrails available for the shower.
• Colour contrast and lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Accessible Shower (First Floor)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located on the first floor, opposite Classroom S1.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• Other facilities available include; a toilet.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Standard Toilet(s) (First Floor Female)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female toilet is located on the first floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 9m from the lift entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 83cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.