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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; a lecture theatre, teaching rooms, Information Desk (Reception), Roots Kitchen and the Confucious Institute .
  • Services / Facilities within the grounds include; outside picnic tables.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground, first and second floors.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground, first and second floors.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground, first and second floors.
  • Shared standard toilet facilities are located on the ground and second floors - the accessible toilets are also signed with 'WC' to be used as shared toilets.
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet on the ground floor.

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Rooms and Spaces Links (Part 1)

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• Lecture Theatre(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E1 - Lecture Theatre please click here (new tab).
• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E10 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E11 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E12 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E13 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E14 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E15 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E16 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E17 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E18 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E19 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E2 - Confucius Institute - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E20 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E21 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E22 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E23 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E24 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E25 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E3 - Confucius Institute - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E4 - Confucius Institute - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E5 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
• Meeting Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Meeting Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E8 - Meeting Room please click here (new tab).

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Rooms and Spaces Links (Part 2)

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• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E6 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E7 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E9 - Teaching Room please click here (new tab).

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • From the M6 leave at junction 26 and join the M58.
    Leave the M58 at junction 3 and follow the A570 Ormskirk Road towards Ormskirk.
    After approximately three miles the entrance to the university campus is on the right.
    From Liverpool or Preston take the A59 and then onto the A570 at Ormskirk.
    The University entrance is on the left after approximately 1.5 miles.
  • The main campus car park C is on the left when entering the campus from the A570.
    Car Parks A and B are located opposite the main reception building.
    Blue Badge bays are available at various locations across the campus.
  • For more information on google maps location of Edge Hill university please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • From Ormskirk Bus Station the Edge Link bus service (EL1) runs directly to the campus during term time and is free for students with a university card.
    The 152 bus between St Helens railway station and Ormskirk bus station runs along the A570 and stops on the main road opposite at the university.
  • For more information on 152 bus service by Stagecoach please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Ormskirk Train Station.
  • From Liverpool Lime Street station change to Merseyrail Northern Line for Ormskirk Station.
    From Preston take the train to Ormskirk Station.
    Then via a pedestrian walkway walk to the Ormskirk bus station for the EL1 or 152 bus services.
  • For more information on Ormskirk Station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on planning a rail journey to Edge Hill University please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • Edge Hill University travel page, giving information on travelling to the university. Includes links to the Edge Link bus service map and timetable.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Traveline, which can be used to plan your journey by all means.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Merseytravel site for further information on rail travel to Ormskirk from Liverpool.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• The disability support teams provide specialist support, to help you develop strategies that you can use in your studies and other areas of your life. A range of information advice and guidance is available through the teams to help you get everything in place and ensure you have the right provisions.
  
  We have two teams at the university that support students who have challenges.
  
  The SpLD Support Team works with all our students who have or are exploring challenges related to Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD and Dyscalculia. .
• To see more information on the SpLD Support Team and how to access the team please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01695 657 526.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Inclusion Team provide information, advice, and support to our wider disabled student community at the university, including but not limited to students who have challenges related to Mental Health support needs, Sensory Impairments, Autism, Long Term Health Conditions and Mobility Impairments.
• To see more information on the Inclusion Team and how to access the team please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• A range of teams in Catalyst provide support to students at the university:
  
  UniSkills provide a comprehensive programme of workshops, online resources and one-to-one support tailored to enhance your academic abilities. For more information, please click here
  
  Student Services provide advice and guidance to students who might need Mental Health and Wellbeing Support, with money issues and helping students to deal with challenges they may encounter during their studies. Each team has in individual specialism, and they all work closely together to ensure that the student or apprentice has access to holistic advice. For more information about what the teams can do for you, please click here.
• To see more information on applying to Edge Hill University please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01695 575 171.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Edge Hill University Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01695 657 555.
• Email: [email protected]..
• To see more information on Student Union, please click here.

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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Site/Campus Parking

• There are 3 car parks available on Campus (A, B and C) available for use of permit holding students and visitors.
• Car parks A and C have Blue Badge parking available.
• There is a drop off point available close to Car Park C.
• For information about the site/campus parking, please click here to see the Site/Campus Parking Access Guide.
• To see the Universities Car Parking Policy, please click here.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Faculty of Education Lakeside'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 183cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 189cm.

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Outside Access (Side Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left side of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 96cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 91cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 174cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 119cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 174cm.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left of the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 104cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 68cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 30/01/2024.
  • The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
  • There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is concrete tiles.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There are sofas only in the waiting area.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located ahead and slight left from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 14m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G, 1, and 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 29cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a second lower handrail.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.
• Other Information View
  • There are two other staircases in the building, to the left and right of the building.

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Lift

• The lift is located to the left of the main entrance.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 and 2.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• The clear door width is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 139cm (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.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.

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• Comments View
  • At the time of survey 30/1/24 the lift was out of service.

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Opening Times (Roots Kitchen)

• Monday 08:00 - 15:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 15:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 15:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 15:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 15:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Outside Access (Roots Kitchen)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right hand side of the building, or ahead when approaching from the right side of the lake.
  • This entrance gives access to the Roots Kitchen.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'ROOTS KITCHEN'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 85cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 98cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 174cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Entrance (Roots Kitchen)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the main entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to Roots Kitchen.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 155cm.

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Eating and Drinking (Roots Kitchen)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located to the right of the main entrance on the ground floor.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
  • For access there are double automatic doors which are permanently held open.
• 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; written wall menus and menu boards.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music is played at all times.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 83cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Payment Counter View
  • The height of the counter is 91cm.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 70cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 98cm.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 70cm.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 32cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 98cm.
  • Some tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also coffee tables, high tables, long tables, sofas and high stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is tiles.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Access to the additional seating area is via the outside entrance to Roots Kitchen.
  • There is additional seating outside.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right of the main entrance, on left side of the corridor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 34m (37yd 7in) from the main 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 visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 170cm (5ft 3in x 5ft 7in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 114cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin and storage items.
  • 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 high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin 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 cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • 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).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available.
  • The height of the baby change table is 75cm.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, to the left of the building lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 31m (33yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • 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 visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 152cm x 194cm (4ft 12in x 6ft 4in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 119cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • 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).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not 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 high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) 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 cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 103cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Second Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the second floor, to the left on exiting the building lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 31m (33yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • 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 visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 187cm x 198cm (6ft 2in x 6ft 6in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 116cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) 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 cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • 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 high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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 96cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The male toilet is located to the right of the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 36m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 74cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female toilet is located to the right of the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 32m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 71cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • There are similar toilets on the first and second floors.