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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include family accommodation in Keenan House and single room accommodation in Brackenbury House.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include a children's play area.

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  • Dryburn Court is part of Ustinov College.
  • Ustinov College is exclusively for postgraduate students.

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Location

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

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Parking (Keenan House)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located at the front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 1 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 300cm x 410cm (9ft 10in x 13ft 5in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Keenan House entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The details here relate to the designated Blue Badge bay outside the entrance to Keenan House.
  • The car park here is for all residents of Dryburn Court, so Keenan House residents can also use the designated bays outside Brackenbury House.

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Parking (Brackenbury House)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located at the front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 310cm x 410cm (10ft 2in x 13ft 5in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Brackenbury House entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 12m (13yd 4in) from the Brackenbury House entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The details here relate to the designated Blue Badge bay outside the entrance to Brackenbury House.
  • The car park here is for all residents of Dryburn Court, so Brackenbury House residents can also use the designated bay outside Keenan House.
  • The car park is for permit holders only.
  • The main parts of the car park have a block paving surface.

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Outside Access (Keenan House Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located in the corner at the front of Keenan House.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• 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 194cm (6ft 4in).

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Level Change (Keenan House 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 moderate.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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Reception (Porters Lodge)

• The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Keenan House 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.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • The Porters Lodge is located on the ground floor of Keenan House, straight ahead from the entrance.

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Inside Access (Keenan House)

• There is 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.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.

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• Comments View
  • Photograph 1 shows the laundry room on the first floor, by the lift.
  • Photograph 2 shows the Common Room, located on the ground floor to the right as you enter.

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Other Floors (Keenan House)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2 and 3.
  • The stairs are located to the right as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 5m from the main entrance.
  • 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 have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift (Keenan House)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located directly to the left as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2 and 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the Keenan House entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 200cm (3ft 3in x 6ft 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 have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop 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 bright.

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Accommodation (Keenan House)

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 7 accessible accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • This is by lift.
  • The room number viewed was 2.10.
  • The width of the door to the room is 87cm (2ft).
  • The bed is 30cm (11in) high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 56cm (22in).
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • It is a push button style of alarm.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in accessible accommodation.
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 270cm x 210cm (8ft x 6ft).
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 88cm (2ft).
  • The door is heavy.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (18in).
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the sink is 73cm (2ft).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 130cm (4ft).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not 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.
• Bath and Shower View
  • There is not a bath.
• 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 no seat.
  • There are not 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.
  • 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 fair.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is fair.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • Some of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • Flashing alarms is available.
  • Flashing fire alarms are in rooms.
  • The accommodation does not provide any other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
  • There are 7 accessible rooms with wheel in showers.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • There is level access to standard rooms on other floors.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Comments View
  • Flat 2.10 is a 3 bedroom family flat.
  • Keenan House also contains two 2 bedroom flats and four 1 bedroom flats adapted for wheelchair users.

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Accessible Toilet (Keenan House)

• 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 3m (3yd 10in) from the Keenan House entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, to the right as you enter.
  • 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 179cm x 243cm (5ft 10in x 7ft 12in).
  • There is 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 112cm (3ft 8in).
  • 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 fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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).
• 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 good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Keenan House)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located in the Common Room.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Keenan House entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Outside Access (Brackenbury House Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 107cm (3ft 6in).

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• 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 single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).

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Level Change (Brackenbury House Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located either side of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is moderate.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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Inside Access (Brackenbury House)

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • The photographs show the shared Common Room and Kitchen in each flat in Brackenbury House.
  • Brackenbury residents are also able to use the Common Room on the ground floor of Keenan House.

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Other Floors (Brackenbury House)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2-3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting level is medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift (Brackenbury House)

• The lift is located directly to the right past the entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2-3.
• The lift is 7m (7yd 2ft) from Brackenbury House entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 79cm (2ft).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 130cm (3ft x 4ft).
• 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 have an audible announcer.
• The lift controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile 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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Accommodation (Brackenbury House)

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 3 accessible accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • The accessible facilities are located on floors 1, 2 and 3, by the lift.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • This is by lift.
  • The room number viewed was 7A.
  • The width of the door to the room is 85cm (2ft).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 450cm x 300cm (14ft x 9ft).
  • The bed is 30cm (11in) high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 49cm (19in).
  • 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 268cm x 233cm (8ft x 7ft).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 86cm (2ft).
  • The door is light.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (18in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the sink is 73cm (2ft).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 127cm (4ft).
  • 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.
• Bath and Shower View
  • There is not a bath.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • The type of shower controls used are lever.
  • The shower seat is no seat.
  • There are not 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.
  • 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 fair.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is fair.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • Some of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • Flashing alarms is available.
  • Flashing fire alarms are in rooms.
  • The accommodation does not provide any other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
  • There are 3 accessible rooms with wheel in showers.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • There is level access to standard rooms on other floors.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Comments View
  • The accommodation in Brackenbury House is arranged into flats of six bedrooms.

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Accessible Toilet (Brackenbury House)

• 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 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Brackenbury House entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, opposite the lift.
  • 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 138cm x 188cm (4ft 6in x 6ft 2in).
  • 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 left.
  • 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.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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).
• 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 contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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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.