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Introduction

• The Somerset House East Wing houses the Dickson Poon School of Law.
• Each Floor of the building contains the following:.
• Floor -2Archaeology Room, Learning Centre and Seminar Rooms SW-2.12 and SW-2.17.
• Floor -1Law Enquiries, Postgraduate Student Common Room, Research Student Room, Visiting Tutor Room and Willie's Common Room for Law Students.
• Floor 0Accessible Entrance and reception.
• Floor 1Business Centre, Wellington Lounge, Executive Suites and Seminar Rooms SW1.23 and SW1.24.
• Floor 2Head of School and Academic Offices SW2.15 to SW2.28.
• Floor 3Research Student Room and Academic Offices SW3.13 to SW3.26.

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Seminar Room(s) View
  • To view the DisabledGo access guide for STD/SW-2.12 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the DisabledGo access guide for STD/SW-2.17 please click here (new tab).

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in London.
• The nearest mainline station is Charing Cross.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest underground station is Temple.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks. View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located in the Quad.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • The automatic doors are push pad operated.

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Level Change (Accessible Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 150cm (4ft 11in).
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 5 step(s) to the area / service.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • The ramp is used to bypass the steps.

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Outside Access (North Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the north end of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • The automatic doors are push pad operated.
  • A swipe card is required for access into the building via this entrance.

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Level Change (North Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 154cm (5ft 1in).

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• Comments View
  • There is a shallow kerb between street level and the the ramp leading to the entrance.

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Reception

• The reception desk is 5m (16ft 5in) from the accessible entrance.
• The reception desk is low height.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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• Comments View
  • Between the entrance and reception there is an easy ramp.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• Lighting levels are bright.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.

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• Comments View
  • On some floors, the corridors narrow to approximately 90cm in width.
  • A key card is required to open most internal doors.

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Level Change (Law Meeting Point)

• The Law Meeting Point is located between the North Entrance and the rest of Floor 0.
• There are steps available to access the area.
• The steps are located next to the lift.
• There are 4 steps to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Level Change (Floor -2)

• The majority of the main corridor on Floor -2 is situated on a moderate slope.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are -2, -1, 0, 1, 2 and 3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are not 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.
• Comments View
  • There are 2 sets of staircases available, 1 set at the north end and 1 set in the middle of the building.

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Lift (Accessible Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the foyer past reception.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are -2, -1, 0, 1, 2 and 3.
• The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the accessible 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 140cm x 140cm (4ft 7in 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 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 bright.

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  • There are 2 lifts available in this location, 1 goes to all floors, the other only goes to the second floor.

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Lift (North Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located opposite the entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are -2, -1, 0, 1, 2 and 3.
• The lift is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the north 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 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 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 bright.

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Inigo Rooms

• The Inigo Rooms are located on level -1 of the building.
• There are 3 rooms hosting a wide range of exhibitions, activities and events.
• There are also a number of staff offices.
• There is an easy ramp with no handrails between the lift and the entrance to the Inigo Rooms (photograph 5).

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Learning Centre

• The Learning Centre is located on level -2 of the building.
• The Learning Centre is used by local schools and other outside parties for various purposes.
• The rooms can hold groups beetween 10 and 35 people in size.
• There are 2 easy ramps with no handrails located along the main corridor of the learning centre (as shown in photographs 4 and 5).

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Accessible Toilet (Floor -1)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 7m (22ft 12in) from the lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located directly opposite the lift as you exit.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 190cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm available.
  • Disposal facilities are 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 the right.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
  • 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 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The towel dispenser is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
  • 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 good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There is an identical accessible toilet available in the same location on Floors 1 and 2.

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Accessible Toilet (Floor -2)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is 17m (19yd) from the lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located directly ahead as you exit the lift.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 190cm x 240cm (6ft 3in x 7ft 10in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 160cm (5ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm available.
  • 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 the right.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
  • 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 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The towel dispenser is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
  • 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 good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There is an accessible shower available in the toilet containing grab rails, drop down rails and a flip down seat.
  • Access to the accessible toilet from the lift is via a corridor with a minimum clearance of approximately 80cm.

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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 and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located on each level throughout the building.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Shower (Floor -2)

• There is a standard shower room available on Level -2 next to the accessible toilet.

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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.
• This service can be requested.
• Staff are Text Relay aware.