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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the library and information services, careers advice.

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Opening Times

• The venue is open 24hrs.

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  • The venue is only open 24 hours during published university semester times.

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Location

• This venue is situated in the main university campus.
• The nearest National Rail station is Stoke-on-Trent.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located to the front and side of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • There is/are 1 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 320cm x 500cm (10ft 6in x 16ft 5in).
  • The nearest designated bay is 14m (15yd 11in) from the accessible entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • The patron does not have to cross a road.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open automatically.
  • The doors are single width.
  • The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.
• Comments View
  • There is a barrier to access the reception area that is 90cm wide.
  • An alternative accessible entrance (with intercom) is available.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located in front of the main entrance.
• There is / are 15+ step(s) to the area / service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main door(s) open automatically (away from you).
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 96cm (3ft 2in) wide.

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  • To gain access please contact the service counter on 01782 734 159.

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Level Change (Accessible Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the approach to the accessible entrance.
• The ramp or slope is easy.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.

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Reception

• The desk is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk is generally staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Reception (IT Reception)

• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The reception desk is high (110cm+).
• The desk does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk is generally staffed.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right from the accessible entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
• The lift is 53m (57yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 116cm (3ft 10in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 174cm (3ft 7in x 5ft 9in).
• 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 Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is low.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 28 days to process an order.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large rollerball mouse, height adjustable table and height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include a digitisation service for students with visual impairments.

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Refreshments

• There is a refreshment area on the ground floor with vending machines and a seating area.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is located on the ground floor.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff on reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 164cm x 220cm (5ft 5in x 7ft 3in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • 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 sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilets are located on the ground floor.
  • The female toilets are 31m (33yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilets are located on the ground floor.
  • The male toilets are 45m (49yd 8in) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.

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  • All internal doors are push pad operated.