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Learning Resource Centre (LRC)

Uxbridge Campus, Park Road, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 1NQ

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Summary

  • Building View
    • Services / Facilities within the building include; The College Library and Student Computer Suite. Resources include e-books, online databases, journals, course books, photocopiers, scanners, colour printing, and open access study facilities for individual and group study.
    • The main entrance to the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) is via the B Block main entrance on the Lower Mall, which is accessed either by the Lower Mall entrance, or from The Mall, which is accessible from G Block (The Academy).
      There is stepped access to the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) via the B Block main stairs.
      There is level access via a lift to the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) via the B Block Lift on The Mall/Lower Mall.
      The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) occupies the second floor of B Block and C Block.
      Please see the separate guides for these buildings for further information on accessibility.
    • B Block link (new tab) - click here.
    • C Block link (new tab) - click here.
    • The Mall and Lower Mall link (new tab) - click here.
  • Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
    • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the link bridge next to C Block.
    • There are no standard toilets in the Learning Resource Centre (LRC).
      The nearest standard toilets are on the first floor in B Block.

Useful Information

Opening Times (B Wing)

  • 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.

Entrance

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located on the second floor in B Block.
    • This entrance gives access to the Learning Resource Centre (LRC).
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'LRC Opening Hours'.
    • There is stepped access 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.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 165cm.
    • There are security barriers at this entrance.
    • The minimum width between the security barriers is 56cm.
    • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
    • The height of the key card reader is 85cm.
  • Step(s) View
    • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
    • There is/are 15+ step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are 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.
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
  • Comments View
    • The open single door width is 81cm.
    • See Lift (B Block Lift) for level access (via lift) to the Learning Resource Centre (LRC).

Lift (B Block Lift)

  • The lift is located ahead and right from the Lower Mall entrance, or near The Mall exit to the right of the steps to the Lower Mall.
  • Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the Lower Mall entrance.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are -1 (Lower Mall), 0 (The Mall), 1, 2 (LRC).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
  • 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 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 148cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 10in).
  • There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is not 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.
  • Comments View
    • A key card is required to access the lift.
    • Key card access is allocated by Learning Support.
    • The key card reader is 105cm above the floor.
    • There is a separate entry and exit if accessing floor 0 (The Mall).
    • This lift provides level access to the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) on the second floor.

Reception

  • Reception View
    • The reception point is located ahead from the entrance, past the security barriers.
    • The reception point is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the Security Gate.
    • 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 80cm.
    • 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 75cm.
    • 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.
    • There is not a bell to attract attention.
    • 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 laminate.
  • Reception Waiting Area View
    • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
    • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
    • The seats do not have armrests.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • Comments View
    • There is level access via a lift to the reception point from the B Block lift.
    • Exit the lift to the right, and continue along to the reception point.
    • The reception point is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the B Block lift.
    • The waiting area/chairs available to the left of the reception desk are shown in photograph 6.
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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Second Floor LRC Link)

  • Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
    • There is a ramp/slope located on the second floor.
    • The ramp/slope is used to access services in the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) in B Block (LRC B Wing) and C Block (LRC C Wing).
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
    • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
    • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
  • Comments View
    • There is a heavy manual single door with a locked leaf to access C Block (LRC C Wing) and the open door width is 88cm.
    • Access to C Block (LRC C Wing) is shown in photographs 1 to 3 and there are heavy manual doors to access B Block (LRC B Wing).
    • The doors are double with one door permanently held open and the open door width is 155cm.
    • Access to B Block (LRC B Wing) is shown in photographs 4 to 6.

Lift (C Block Lift)

  • The lift is located to the right after the entrance from the Lower Mall.
  • The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the entrance.
  • The lift is a standard lift.
  • A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2 (LRC).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on the second floor.
  • 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 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 high.
  • The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 148cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 10in).
  • 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 a hearing loop system.
  • The lift does not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.
  • Comments View
    • A key card is required to access the lift. Key card access is allocated by Learning Support.
    • The key card reader is 107cm high.

Reception (C Wing)

  • Reception View
    • The reception point is located right out of the C Block lift, through the door, then left.
    • The reception point is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lift.
    • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not visible from the lift.
    • There is step-free access to the reception point, via lift.
    • 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 72cm.
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
    • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
    • There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
    • The counter is staffed.
    • There is not a bell to attract attention.
    • 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
    • Reception (C Wing) is 60m from the B Block lift.

Library

  • Library Circulation View
    • There is ramped/sloped access within the library.
    • The type of flooring in the library is carpet, vinyl, wood and laminate.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There are potential trip hazards within the room.
  • 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.
    • 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 72cm in height.
    • There is a height adjustable desk available.
    • The seats do not have armrests.
    • Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
    • For more information about borrowing laptops please click here.
    • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Large Key Keyboards.
    • Learners are recommended to install the Microsoft Lens tablet/smartphone app.
      Audio headsets are available on request.
      For laptop loan, a password is required to access The Learning Centre (LRC) portal, enquire with staff.
    • 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
    • Photographs 1 to 11 show the general layout in B Wing.
    • Photographs 12 to 14 show some layout variations in C Wing.
    • The height adjustable desk is located in C Wing (photograph 15) and does require manual adjustment.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer Second Floor / LRC C Wing)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located on the right facing the C Block/LRC C Wing lift (left as you exit the lift).
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the lift.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
    • This is a shared toilet.
    • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
    • The key is not a radar key.
    • The key can be obtained from college as part of induction or from Reception.
    • 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 88cm.
    • 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 193cm x 220cm (6ft 4in x 7ft 3in).
    • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 95cm 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 125cm (4ft 1in).
    • 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 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 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.
    • 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 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 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 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 70cm.
    • 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 108cm (3ft 7in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard toilet facilities are not available.
  • The nearest standard toilet(s) is/are located on the first floor in B Block.