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B Block

Dublin City University, St. Patrick's Campus, Drumcondra, Dublin, Dublin 9

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Introduction

Getting Here

  • By Road View
    • The campus is accessed off the N1 / Drumcondra Road.
      If you are coming from the North, the campus will be on your right, approximately 650m after the R102 junction.
      If you are coming from the South, the campus will be on your left, approximately 500m after the Drumcondra rail station.
    • There are car parks located around the campus. Most of these are for staff permit holders only.
      There is pay and display visitor parking between the Dublin Education Centre and the Student Residences.
  • By Bus View
    • There are several bus stops for the College along Drumcondra Road.
      These serve routes 1, 11, 13, 16, 16C, 33, 33-N, 41, 41-A 41B, 41C, 44, 180, 740, 900, 901, 904, 910 and 980.
  • By Train View
    • The nearest station is the Drumcondra Railway station which is located 900m away.
  • Useful Links View

Useful Information

Building Parking (B Block and Sports Building Car Park)

  • The building does have its own dedicated parking.
  • Building Car Park View
    • The car park can be used by staff, permit holders and staff permit holders.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
    • The car park is located to the rear of B Block.
    • The car park type is open air/surface.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
    • 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 slopes/ramps.
    • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Site/Campus Car Parks View
    • There is a site/campus car park for staff and students within approximately 200m.
    • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
    • The name of the car park is Car Park 4.
    • The car park is located in front of Block A.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.

Site/Campus Car Park (Car Park 4 - Staff Only)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in front of the building.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are A Block and the Chapel.
    • The car park type is open air/surface.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
    • The car park surface is tarmac.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
    • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 250cm x 456cm (8ft 2in x 14ft 12in).
    • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park can be used by staff.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
    • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
  • Car Park Access View
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access to the car park from the road.
    • This car park is not clearly signposted from the A Block entrance.
    • The nearest designated bay is 12m (13yd 4in) from the A Block entrance.
  • Comments View
    • Photograph 5 shows the ramp leading from the car park to the entrance.

Site/Campus Car Park (Car Park 6 - Visitors)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in front of the Drumcondra Education Centre.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are A Block, the Chapel and the Drumcondra Education Centre.
    • The car park type is open air/surface.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
    • The car park surface is tarmac.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
    • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 250cm x 500cm (8ft 2in x 16ft 5in).
    • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park can be used by visitors.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
    • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
    • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
  • Car Park Access View
    • There is sloped access to the car park from the A Block entrance.
    • This car park is not clearly signposted from the A Block entrance.
    • The nearest designated bay is 140m (153yd 4in) from the A Block entrance.

Outside Access (Car Park Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located off the B Block Car Park.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is / are double.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 146cm (4ft 9in).
  • 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.
    • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 146cm (4ft 9in).
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
    • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
    • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

Outside Access (Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located off car park 4.
    • There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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.
    • The door(s) is / are single.
    • The width of the door opening is 128cm (4ft 2in).
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
    • The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
    • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
    • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
    • The ramp is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
    • The ramp does have handrails.
    • The handrails are on the right going up the ramp.
    • The width of the ramp is 92cm (3ft).
  • Step(s) View
    • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
    • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
    • There is / are 4 step(s) to access the entrance.
    • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
    • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
    • The step(s) is / are shallow (2cm - 10cm).
    • The steps do have handrails.
    • The handrails are on the left going up the step(s).
  • Comments View
    • Photographs 6 and 7 show the alternate ramp with leads into the building from the far end of the car park, the ramp has a slight gradient and handrails on both sides.
    • Photographs 8 and 9 show the steps which lead along the side of the building, beyond the second ramp. These can be bypassed by using the second ramp.

Route to the D Block Entrance from the A Block Main Entrance

  • On entering the building turn left past both the Auditorium and A Block entrance into B Block.
  • Head up the 7 clearly marked medium steps with a handrail shown in photograph 1 to the left separating the A Block and B Block corridor.
  • Alternatively, you can use the platform lift shown in photographs 1 and 2.
  • The dimensions of the platform lift are 88cm x 107cm and a key is required for use.
  • Continue along the corridor directly in front of you as shown in photograph 3.
  • At the end of this corridor turn left and you will see a set of 155cm push pad automatic double doors that open towards you.
  • This leads to a small courtyard where you will see the entrance to the B Block Canteen from D Block directly in front of you.
  • The entrance from D Block can also be accessed from the alternate D Block entrance and also from the entrances into G Block via F Block and from the F
  • Block entrance.

Outside Access (Entrance from D Block)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located in front of you upon exiting D Block into the external area next to the Lavazza Cafe.
    • 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 push pad activated.
    • The door(s) is / are double.
    • The width of the door opening is 155cm (5ft 1in).
  • Second Set of Doors View
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The door(s) is / are push pad activated.
    • The door(s) is / are double.
    • The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).

Entrance (A Block)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located down the corridor to your left on entrance to Block A.
    • There is step free access at this entrance.
    • There are no doors at this entrance.
    • The width of the door opening is 280cm (9ft 2in).

Entrance (Auditorium)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to your left on entrance to A Block.
    • There is step free access at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is / are double.
    • The door(s) is / are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 148cm (4ft 10in).
  • Comments View
    • There is a similar entrance into room B139 which has a width of 140cm, shown in photograph 2.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
    • There is/are 7 unmarked step(s), with a handrail on the right going up, for access to the upper part of B Block.
    • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
    • There is a platform lift which overcomes the steps.
    • The steps can be seen in photograph 1.
    • There is/are 6 unmarked step(s), with a handrail on the right going up, for access to the auditorium stage.
    • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
    • The steps can be seen in photograph 2.
    • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is not clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
    • There is no 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 good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • This building does not play background music.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.

Lift (B Block)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located between the upper and lower areas of B Block.
  • The lift is a platform lift.
  • The lift is approximately 33m (36yd 3in) from the A Block entrance.
  • Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 87cm x 107cm (2ft 10in x 3ft 6in).
  • There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • The lift does not 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 not have tactile markings.
  • The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • The lighting level in the lift is good.

Eating and Drinking

  • Location and Access View
    • The following information is for the café.
    • The café is located to the rear of B Block on the ground floor, next to D Block.
  • Service and Menus View
    • 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; menu boards and written wall menus.
    • Menus are clearly written.
    • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
    • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
    • Plastic/takeaway cups are available.
    • Adapted cups are not available.
    • Adapted cutlery is not available.
    • Drinking straws are not available.
    • This area does not play background music.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 89cm.
    • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • Self-Service Counter(s) View
    • The height of the counter is 85cm.
    • There are hot beverage machines available with controls between 130cm and 145cm.
  • Payment Counter View
    • The height of the counter is 85cm.
    • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
    • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl and wood.
  • Tables and Seating View
    • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
    • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 70cm.
    • There are also high tables and high stools.
    • The surface height of the highest table is 110cm.
    • No tables are permanently fixed.
    • No chairs are permanently fixed.
    • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
    • The type of flooring in this area is wood.
    • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • There are vending machines located in this area.

Accessible Toilet(s) (Right Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located next to the B Block lift.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the A Block 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 pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 75cm (2ft 6in).
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
    • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 192cm x 130cm (6ft 4in x 4ft 3in).
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
    • There is a flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a spatula type 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 the right.
    • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is not 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 not an emergency alarm.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • 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.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 50cm (1ft 8in).
    • 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 107cm (3ft 6in).
    • 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 not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
    • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
    • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
    • 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 99cm.
    • 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 125cm.
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is poor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Comments View
    • The sink is located just outside the toilet cubicle.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard Toilet Surveyed View
    • A male standard toilet was surveyed.
    • The toilet surveyed is located down the entrance corridor from A Block.
    • There is a female standard toilet in the same location.
    • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
    • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 23m from the A Block entrance.
    • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.