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Summary

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• Service View
  • Revisco Restaurant is located to the right after the main entrance, opposite Reception.
    The Learning Centre (LRC) is on the second floor, accessible by the Townfield lift in the Townfield Extension.
  • Townfield Extension link (new tab) - click here.
• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy and Hospitality, plus the Learning Centre (LRC) on the second floor.
  • There is level access to and from Townfield Extension on the ground floor.
    There is level access via a lift to Townfield first floor and upwards via the Townfield lift, which is located in the Townfield Extension, next to the entrance to Townfield.
    There is level access via lift to Longmead and R Block on the first floor.
    There is level access via lift to R Block rooms on the second floor via the Learning Centre (LRC).
    Please see the separate guides for these buildings for further information on accessibility.
  • R Block link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor in Reception, on the first floor near the internal entrance to Longmead, and on the second floor next to the entrance to the Learning Centre (LRC).
  • Accessible toilet facilities with an accessible shower are located on the ground floor in the main access corridor.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor in the main access corridor, and on the first floor near the internal entrance to Longmead.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor in the main access corridor, and on the first floor near the internal entrance to Longmead.
  • Baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet located in Reception.
  • Standard changing facilities are located on the ground floor near the end of the access corridor, heading away from Townfield Extension.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Hayes Campus/Coldharbour Lane is located off A4020 Uxbridge Road / A312 The Parkway, which is 4km (2.5 miles) north of M4 Junction 3, or 5km (3 miles) south of A40 following signs for Heathrow/Hayes/Southall/Yeading.
  • Staff and Visitor parking is off Coldharbour Lane, along College Way, turning off at Townfield Doctors Surgery. Blue Badge parking is off College Way, turning into Damson Drive.
  • For more information on Google directions please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Hayes & Harlington.
  • Hayes & Harlington, served by National Rail services out of London Paddington, is 2km (1.5 miles) from the campus.
  • For more information on National Rail services please click here (opens new tab).
• By Underground View
  • The nearest underground station is Northolt.
  • Northolt Underground station, served by the Central Line, is 5km (3 miles) from the campus.
  • For more information on Transport for London (TfL) Underground services please click here (opens new tab).

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Useful Information

• This support is primarily available for those students with specific needs, learning difficulties and disabilities, including Dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia and Autistic spectrum disorders.
• To see more information on Learning Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: Uxbridge: 01895 471132; Hayes: 01895 853651.
• Email: [email protected].
• Deaf Support offers a cross College Service in Hayes and Uxbridge to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students on mainstream courses. The Centre is staffed by a team of professional and qualified Communication Support Workers (CSW) who can support you on your course and ensure you have full access to the curriculum. They are all fluent in British Sign Language (BSL) and will also provide note taking support. Deaf Support is located in Uxbridge: Room A010, extension x3308; and Hayes: Room L108, extension x3651.
• To see more information on Deaf Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01895 853336 (Minicom).
• Email: [email protected].
• Information on how to apply for a course online or by post.
• To see more information on How To Apply please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01895 853333.
• Email: [email protected].

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Staff and Visitor Car Park.
  • The car park is located to the right of The Campus, off College Way.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Blue Badge and Staff)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the left of Townfield Extension.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Townfield Extension / Business Development Units.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 7 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 250cm x 470cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 130cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by staff and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • Payment cannot be made by phone.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the entrance to the Business Development Units (photograph 2).
  • The nearest designated bay is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the entrance to the Townfield Extension (photograph 6).
• Comments View
  • There is an access gate between the car park and the Townfield Extension (photographs 6 and 7).
  • The access gate open width is 111cm.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Staff and Visitor)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the right of The Campus, off College Way.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Townfield and More Energy Fitness Centre.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 200cm (6ft 7in).
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is not step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the 3-storey section of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 74cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located ahead from the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) 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 no 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 moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 123cm.
  • 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 81cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Entrance (Townfield Extension)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in The Pavilion Refectory (Townfield Extension).
  • This entrance gives access to ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Hairdressing Beauty Therapy Hospitality'.
  • There is step-free access 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.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 125cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 163cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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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.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet, tiles, vinyl, laminate and wood.
  • 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 corridors/walkways.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• 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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Ramp(s) or Slope(s)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located towards the entrance to the Townfield Extension.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access beauty salons, stairs, and the Townfield Extension (including the Townfield lift).
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

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Other Floors (South)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are for staff only.
  • The stairs are located left through the doors out of reception, through a set of doors, then left through 2 sets of doors.
  • The stairs are approximately 30m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • 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 at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.
• Comments View
  • These stairs can be accessed from the Townfield Extension entrance, along then right, through 2 sets of doors.
    
  • These stairs are 20m from Townfield Extension entrance.
    
  • There are refuge points on the first floor landing upwards.

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Other Floors (Townfield)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the far right of The Pavilion Refectory in the Townfield Extension.
  • The stairs are approximately 40m from the Townfield Extension main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G (Townfield Extension), 1 and 2 (Townfield).
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.

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Lift (Townfield)

• The lift is located to the far right of The Pavilion Refectory in the Townfield Extension.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the Townfield Extension 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 (Townfield Extension), 1 and 2 (Townfield).
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby from the first floor upwards.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not 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 not within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 102cm x 141cm (3ft 4in x 4ft 8in).
• 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 have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • This lift is operated with a key card and the key card reader height is 115cm.

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Entrance (Learning Centre)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located right out of the lift, then right again.
  • This entrance gives access to the Learning Centre (LRC).
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Learning Centre'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 81cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Opening Times (Learning Centre)

• Monday 08:30 - 18:00.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 18:00.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 18:00.
• Thursday 08:30 - 18:00.
• Friday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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• Comments View
  • Term time only.

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Reception (Learning Centre)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left of the entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the 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 no 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 87cm.
  • There is not 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 73cm.
  • 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.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
• Comments View
  • The Learning Centre (LRC) was closed at the time of survey.

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Reception (Help Desk Learning Centre)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the right after the entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the 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 no 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 82cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
• Comments View
  • The Learning Centre (LRC) was closed at the time of survey.

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Library (Learning Centre)

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• Library Circulation View
  • There is step-free access within the library.
  • The type of flooring in the library is carpet.
• Self Service Machines View
  • There is not a/are no self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
• Library Services View
  • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: ebook and ejournal.
  • The Learning Resource Centre participates in the RNIB Book Share Scheme.
    Search for, reserve and renew books, and access e-books at the HCUC Library catalogue:http://koha.hcuc.ac.uk.
  • There are reading/study desks available.
  • The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 74cm in height.
  • There are no height adjustable desks available.
  • The seats do not have armrests.
  • Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
  • For more information about borrowing laptops please click here.
  • Learners are recommended to install the Microsoft Lens/smartphone app.
  • The library does not have computers with accessible software.
  • All desktop PC's are pre-installed with Microsoft Dictate and Microsoft ReadAloud software.
  • A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
• Comments View
  • There is a small selection of chairs with armrests on both sides available in a dedicated area to the right of reception (photograph 7).
    
  • For laptop loan, a password is required to access The Learning Centre (LRC) portal, enquire with staff.
    
  • The Learning Centre (LRC) was closed at the time of survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer Reception)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the corner of Reception, on the right.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) 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 signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is medium.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm.
  • 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 144cm x 195cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 104cm 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 68cm (2ft 3in).
  • 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 medium.
  • 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 fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, general waste (with no lid) and clinical waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 171cm from the floor.
• 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
  • 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 medium.
  • 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 88cm.
  • 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 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• 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 97cm.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Transfer Ground Floor)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right of Reception, through the double doors, then on the right.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) 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 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.
  • 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 253cm x 195cm (8ft 4in x 6ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 122cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are 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 189cm (6ft 2in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • 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 poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is 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 a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 170cm from the floor.
• 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
  • The wash basin tap type is push.
  • 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 90cm.
  • 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is hand held.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer First Floor)

• 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 ahead out of the lift, through the double doors, along the corridor, and on the left.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial 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 heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm.
  • 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 174cm x 224cm (5ft 9in x 7ft 4in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 123cm (4ft).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is 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 was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • 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 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 medium.
  • 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 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 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer Second Floor)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located right out of the lift, then right again, and on the right before the entrance to The Learning Centre.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial 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 89cm.
  • 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 144cm x 206cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 9in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 88cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not 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 was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • 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 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.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 108cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Changing Area

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located right through the doors after Reception, through double doors, then along the corridor and on the left.
  • The changing area is approximately 25m from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • This is a female changing area.
  • Similar male changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is vinyl.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are no lockers within the changing area.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are moderate to good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are not available.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are not available.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the right through the double doors after Reception, along the corridor through the double doors, then on the right.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 16m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (First Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located ahead out of the lift, through the double doors, along the corridor, and on the left.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the lift.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • The ambulant toilet does not have vertical wall mounted grab rails.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The standard male toilet ambulant cubicle was missing the horizontal grab rail to the right facing the toilet at the time of survey.