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Accommodation Overview

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• About View
  • Caledonian Court is located off Dobbies Loan (A804), across from the main teaching buildings.
  • The accommodation office and rear laundry room is located off the central car park.
  • The rooms with adaptations are located in the Raasay block, which is located round to the right from the Accommodation Office.
  • There are 19 accommodation blocks, with 4 floors, and the Accommodation Office building, which has 2 floors.
  • There are 654 rooms in total.
  • There are 3 rooms with adaptations.
  • All rooms with adaptations are located on the ground floor of the Raasay block.
  • Ceiling track hoists are available in all rooms with adaptations, covering all areas within the bedrooms, and within the en-suite bathrooms with adaptations.
  • 3 rooms with adaptations have an ensuite with a wheel-in shower.
  • Standard accommodation has ensuites with stepped shower cubicles and shared bathrooms with stepped shower cubicles.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Queen Street.
  • The nearest bus station is Buchanan Bus Station.
  • The nearest underground station is Cowcaddens.
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Getting Inside

• The approach to the buildings is step-free via slight slopes.
• There is step-free access via slopes which bypass steps on the approaches to some of the standard accommodation blocks.
• The Accommodation Office has one entrance, and a laundry room entrance to the rear.
• Rasaay accommodation block has one entrance.
• All three entrances provide step-free access via slopes to the ground floors.
• There are similar entrances to the other accommodation blocks as there is at Raasay.
• The entrances are signed as Accommodation Office, Laundry and RAASAY 236 Dobbies Loan.
• The Accommodation Office entrance provides step-free access via slight slope to the reception foyer on the ground floor.
• The Laundry entrance is located to the rear of the Accommodation Office building and has step-free access via slight slope.
• The Raasay entrance is located round to the rear right from the Accommodation Office and has step-free access via slight slope.
• The entrances to the other blocks are located at the front of each of the other blocks and have step-free access via slight slopes.

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Getting Around (Raasay Block)

• There is step-free level access throughout the Raasay block building on all floors.
• Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are hard and smooth.
• There are no resting areas in circulation or lobby areas.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• There are automatic and manual doors throughout the building.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located through to the right as you enter the Accommodation Office entrance.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
  • The female step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor of the Accommodation Office, to the right from the lift.
  • The male step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor of the Accommodation Office, to the left from the lift.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Caledonian Court.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 250cm (width) x 500cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 26m from the Accommodation Office entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes and bollards.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for permit holders only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance (Raasay Block)

• This entrance is located at the front of the Raasay accommodation block.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is an intercom at a height of 115cm.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 95cm.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 80cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 100cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Bedroom and Ensuite with Adaptations (Raasay Block - Room 1)

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• Bedroom Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located in Raasay block, through to the left as you enter.
  • The distance from the Raasay block entrance is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and automatic doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is numbered signage on or near the door.
  • The key lock is at a height of 91cm.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a single bed.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a height adjustable bed, a height adjustable desk, bedside plug sockets and a ceiling track hoist.
  • The hoist accesses the bed.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
• Ensuite Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 81cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 214cm (width) x 178cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 148cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a push button flush on top of the cistern.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 80cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a low visual contrast.
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The ensuite has no disposal facilities.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The ensuite has a wheel-in shower.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The shower grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.

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Kitchen/Dining (Raasay Block)

• The kitchen/dining area is located on the ground floor of Raasay building, to the right as you enter.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen/dining area.
• There is a single automatic door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 78cm.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is available with a clear knee recess.
• The lowered work surface is 75cm from the floor.
• Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 91cm from the floor.
• A lowered hob is available with a clear knee recess.
• The lowered hob is 77cm from the floor.
• The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The sink is 91cm from the floor.
• A lowered sink is available with a clear knee recess.
• The lowered sink is 76cm from the floor.
• The sink has a twist/turn tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
• The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Stairs (Raasay Block)

• There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
• There are 17 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 20cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Communal Facilities (Laundrette)

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• Laundry Room View
  • There is step-free access via a slope into the laundry room.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is a single automatic door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Facilities within the room include a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washing machine and tumble dryer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a push pad to enter at a height of 70cm and another to exit at a height of 100cm.

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Entrance (Accommodation Office)

• This entrance is located at the side of the Accommodation Office building.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 110cm.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door opens away from you.
• There is a push pad at a height of 90cm.
• The width of the opening is 92cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 90cm.
• There is a second single automatic door.
• The second door opens away from you.
• The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 90cm.
• The width of the opening is 102cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second door has a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 110cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception (Accommodation Office)

• The reception is located ahead as you enter the Accommodation Office entrance.
• The distance from the Accommodation Office entrance is 5m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 76cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• The reception has glazed screens.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• The flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
• Seating available in this area includes: stools and high stools.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
• The tables are fixed.
• There is a bell for attention to the right of the reception desk at a height of 134cm.

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Getting Around (Accommodation Office)

• There is step-free access throughout the building on all floors.
• Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are hard and smooth.
• There are resting areas in some circulation and lobby areas with a mixture of seating.
• There are not manual doors in any circulation corridors, only to access stairwells.

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Lift (Accommodation Office)

• The lift surveyed is located to the left as you enter the Accommodation Office, beside reception.
• The distance from the Accommodation Office entrance is 5m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The ground and first floors are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 90cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 100cm (width) x 131cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Stairs (Accommodation Office)

• The stairs surveyed are located through to the right as you enter the Accommodation Office entrance.
• There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
• The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 19 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Communal Facilities (Common Room - First Floor)

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• Common Room View
  • The common room is located on the first floor of the Accommodation Office building.
  • There is step-free level access into the common room.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open inwards.
  • The width of the opening is 153cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is deep pile carpet in some areas.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the area includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas, benches, stools and high stools.
  • Furniture available in the area includes: tables, coffee tables, high tables, desks and booths.
  • Some chairs are fixed.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There are 77cm wide manual doors which open away from you to enter the adjoining TV and cinema rooms.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Accommodation Office - Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located through to the right as you enter the Accommodation Office entrance.
  • The distance from the Accommodation Office entrance is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 91cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 158cm (width) x 198cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 87cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 92cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the right as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 106cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is an unobstructed shelf.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.