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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Biology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Molecular Biosciences, the Centre for Bioinformatics, the Centre for Biomolecular Electron Microscopy, the Glycobiology Training Research and Infrastructure Centre and the Centre for Structural Biology.
• Chemistry Building link (new tab) - click here.

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Lecture Theatre(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Lecture Theatre(s) (290 Link Lecture Theatre) please click here (new tab)
• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Teaching/Seminar Room(s) (213A) please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Teaching/Seminar Room(s) (213B) please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Teaching/Seminar Room(s) (701 Common Room) please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Teaching/Seminar Room(s) (Writing Pods 4,5,6) please click here (new tab)
• Computer Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Computer Room(s) (310, 311) please click here (new tab)

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The South Kensington Campus is located on Exhibition Road just off the A4 (Cromwell Road) in Knightsbridge in central London.
  • There is limited parking at the South Kensington Campus. The main campus parking is located on Imperial College Road. There are multiple Blue Badge bays all parking is limited to permit holders only.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop to the South Kensington Campus on Exhibition Road is the South Kensington Museums (Stop K) Stop. This bus stop is served by the 360 bus route. There is an additional bus stop on the other side of the campus on Queen's Gate called the Imperial College Elvaston Pl Stop (Stop RV) and is served by bus route 70.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station to the South Kensington Campus is the West Brompton Station. This station is approximately 2.3km via the A3218. This station is operated by the Overground and Southern services.
• By Underground View
  • The nearest underground station to the South Kensington Campus is the South Kensington Underground Station. This station is approximately 550m via Exhibition Road and is operated by the Piccadilly, Circle and District lines.
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on bus and underground stations, services and ticketing in and around London.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For more information on national train travel, services and ticketing.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability Advisory Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 020 759 49755.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Hub please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 020 7594 9444.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation Enquires please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 020 7594 9444.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Occupational Health please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 020 7594 9401.
• 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 within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Site/Campus Car Park.
  • The car park is located on Imperial College Road.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Imperial College Road)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located along Imperial College Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Chemistry, Sir Alexander Fleming, Library, Skempton.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 10 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 270cm x 500cm (8ft 10in x 16ft 5in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by visitors, anybody and staff permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for non permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • Payment cannot be made by phone.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.

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Outside Access (Chemistry and Wolfson Building Link Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front right of the Chemistry building.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm (3ft 2in).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 11 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
• Lift View
  • There is a lift to access this entrance.
  • The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift (Chemistry and Wolfson Building Link Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the Chemistry and Wolfson Building Link Entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
• The lift is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 106cm (3ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 106cm x 162cm (3ft 6in x 5ft 4in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.

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Outside Access (Rear Side Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear right of the building.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • 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 card reader/lock is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 163cm (5ft 4in).

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Reception (Chemistry and Wolfson Building Reception)

• Chemistry and Wolfson Building Reception is located directly beyond Chemistry and Wolfson Building link entrance.
• The desk is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Chemistry and Wolfson Building link entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.

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• Comments View
  • Access barriers are located on either side of the reception with standard barriers 54cm wide and an additional 178cm wide access barrier on the left.

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Opening Times (Chemistry and Wolfson Building Reception)

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

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is not clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written and pictorial directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Other Floors (Chemistry and Wolfson Building Link Staircase)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
  • The stairs are located to the left as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 8m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
  • The stairs are located on the far right of the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 1m from the Rear Side Entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift (Chemistry and Wolfson Building Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located directly beyond the reception entrance barriers.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1200kg.
• The lift is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the Chemistry and Wolfson Building Link Entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 186cm x 140cm (6ft 1in 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.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Lift (Right Side Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the far right of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1500kg.
• The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Rear Side Entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 120cm (3ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 145cm x 165cm (4ft 9in x 5ft 5in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the Chemistry and Wolfson Building Lifts.
  • This accessible toilet is located on level 7 on the left of the building, to the left as exit the Chemistry and Wolfson Building Lifts.
  • There are similar accessible toilets on levels 4, 5 and 6 with the transfer space on the left.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 198cm x 290cm (6ft 6in x 9ft 6in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 105cm and 140cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 84cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Accessible Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the level 7 accessible toilet.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 46cm (1ft 6in).
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• There are male standard toilets on levels 0, 3 and 6.
• There are shared standard toilets facilities on the seventh floor.
• There are female standard toilets on levels 2, 4 and 5.

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• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A shared standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the left of the building on the seventh floor.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 9m from the Chemistry and Wolfson Building Lifts.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.

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Standard Shower

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located next to the ground floor standard toilet.
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.