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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the School of Electrical Engineering, the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.

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  • There are also private research companies located in this building, mainly in the area to the left of the main entrance as you enter.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the campus.
• The nearest mainline station is Connolly.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
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  • Please see the separate guides for the Campus Car Parks for more details.
  • There is a set down point located directly in front of the main entrance.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 168cm (5ft 6in) wide.

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  • A swipe card is required to operate these doors, which open towards you
  • There are automatic revolving doors available at this entrance, 109 cm wide, for general use.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp or slope is located to the left of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 113cm (3ft 8in).
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 10 step(s) to the area / service.
• The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located opposite the Physics Building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open towards you (pull).
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in) wide.

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Level Change (Rear Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located to the right of the entrance as you face it.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 10 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are low.
• The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.

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Outside Access (Link from Physics to Research - Private Companies Area)

• The main door(s) open towards you (pull).
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 144cm (4ft 9in) wide.

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  • Photograph 2 shows the 1st floor link to the Engineering and Research Building.
  • This is located directly to the right as you exit the lift. Access is by a moderate ramp, with handrails on both sides.
  • There are double, heavy doors, 144 cm wide, which open towards you.
  • This links to the area of the Research Building occupied by private research companies.

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Level Change (Link from Physics to Research - Private Companies Area)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Outside Access (Link from Electronics to Research Building)

• This information is for the entrance located on the first floor of the Electronics building and 1st floor of the Research building to it's right.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 99cm (3ft 3in) wide.

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  • There is a similar entrance on the 2nd floor.

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Level Change (Link from Electronics to Research Building)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located between the entrance and the main level of the research building.
• The ramp or slope is easy.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 102cm (3ft 4in).

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  • There is a similar level change on the 2nd floor.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are varied.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.

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Reception

• The desk is 3m (3yd 10in) from the Main Entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• The reception desk is high (110cm+).
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk is not generally staffed.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-G-1-2-3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
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  • There are stairs located at either end of the area used by the Schools.
  • There are also stairs in the main atrium (shown in photograph 2) but these do not access the 3rd floor.
  • There are also stairs in the corporate are as seen in the 3rd Photograph.

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Lift

• The lift is located to the right as you enter the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G-1-2-3.
• The lift is 33m (36yd) from main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 139cm (4ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 149cm (4ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
• 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 controls do not have Braille markings.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Lift (Private Research Area)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to your left on entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are B-1-2-3.
• The lift is 11m (12yd 1in) from the front entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 39m (42yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located at the far end of the ground floor, just past the lift.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 130cm x 177cm (4ft 3in x 5ft 10in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
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  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are 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 not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• 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 poor.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
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  • There are also identical accessible toilets located on the lower ground, 1st and 2nd floors by the lift.

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Accessible Toilet (Private Research Area)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Private Research Area Lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located on the third floor to the rear of the lift.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 256cm (4ft 10in x 8ft 5in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (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 not a towel dispenser.
  • 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 sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• 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 poor.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor, just past the lift.
  • The female and male toilets are 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
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  • There are standard toilets available on all floors by the lift.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
• This service can be requested.

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  • Photograph 1 shows the School Office for the School of Electronic Engineering, located in Room S348 on the 3rd floor, straight ahead of the lift.
  • Photograph 2 shows the School Office for the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering.
  • It is located in Room S382 on the 3rd floor to the rear of the lift.
  • Both offices are accessed by single, light doors, 78 cm wide, which open inwards.
  • They are open 09.15 - 10.30, 10.45 - 12.45 and 14.00 - 17.00.