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COVID-19 Information (Durham University)

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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include student halls of residence, reception and the dining area.

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  • Hatfield College is comprised of several buildings.
  • Accessible accommodation is available in the A Stairs area of the Melville Building.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the campus.
• This venue is situated in Durham.
• The nearest National Rail station is Durham.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Comments View
  • There is an area with limited parking available that can be used by Blue Badge holders during vacations.
  • There are no marked bays in this area and it is advisable to contact the college in advance if it's use is required.
  • There is also an unmarked area that can be used as a drop off point.

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Outside Access (Reception 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(s) away from you (push).

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• Second set of doors View
  • The automatic doors are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 92cm (3ft).
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in).
• Comments View
  • The first door detailed is the gate.

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Level Change (Reception Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located in front of and beyond the first reception gate.
• The ramp/slope is moderate.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading to the entrance.
• There is/are 6 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Outside Access (Melville C Stairs 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(s) automatically (away from you).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).

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• 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 single.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in).
• Comments View
  • The first door has a code panel for entry. Once the number has ben entered, the doors automatically open.
  • The height of the keypad is 99cm.
  • On exit the door is push pad activated.

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Level Change (Melville C Stairs Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is easy.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Level Change (Melville C Stairs Internal)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located just before the common room.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are adjustable.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.

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• Comments View
  • There are similar sets of stairs throughout this building.

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Other Floors (Melville C Stairs, G and Basement)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and Basement.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do not have handrails.
  • There is a landing.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are standard male toilets, computer room and a TV room.

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Other Floors (Melville C Stairs, G, 1 and 2)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1 and 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
  • There is a landing.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • There are many stairways and stairs to other floors.
  • Photographs 3 and 4 show the Dining Room, located in the James Barber Building.

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Accessible Toilet (Melville C Stairs)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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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.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor at the end of the corridor on the right.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 137cm x 228cm (4ft 6in x 7ft 6in).
  • There is not a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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 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 not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab 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 is a mirror.
  • 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 wash basin.
  • The wash basin 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 75cm (2ft 6in).
• 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 wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar accessible toilet in the courtyard, under the Chapel, accessed by a ramp.
  • This has the transfer space on the right, but has a functional alarm and high contrast grab and drop down rails. This toilet requires a radar key to access, which is held in reception if required.

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Standard Bathroom (Melville C Stairs)

• The bathroom surveyed is unisex.
• The standard bathroom is 11m (12yd 1in) from the entrance.
• The standard bathroom is located main on the ground floor at the end of the right hand corridor.
• There is level access from an accessible entrance.
• Lighting levels are bright.
• The facilities available in the standard bathroom include a toilet, a bath and a sink.

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Outside Access (Melville A Stairs)

• 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(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 113cm (3ft 8in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • The second door has a keypad. Once the code is entered the door will open automatically.
  • The height of the keypad is 109cm.
  • On exiting the building access is via push pad.

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Level Change (Melville A Stairs)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is easy.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Accommodation (Melville A Stairs)

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 2 accessible accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • This information refers to A2.
  • The accessible facilities are located on the ground floor of Melville A stairs.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • The width of the door to the room is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 420cm x 540cm (13ft 9in x 17ft 9in).
  • The bed is 52cm (1ft 8in) high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 38cm (1ft 3in).
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in accessible accommodation.
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The information relates to the ensuite.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 210cm x 225cm (6ft 11in x 7ft 5in).
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • 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 in height.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet pan the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is adjustable.
  • The type of shower controls used are lever.
  • The shower seat is flip down.
  • The shower seat height is 42cm (1ft 5in).
  • There are handrails available.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible rooms View
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between external ensuite / bathroom door and wall is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is good.
  • The colour contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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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.
• Staff are not Text Relay aware.