Access Guide
Summary
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; audio / visual services, café & conservatory, education support services, library, post room and stores, restaurant and graduate lounge, security desk, auditorium, chaplaincy and prayer & quiet room, classrooms, laboratories, Muslim prayer room, offices, student computing rooms, teaching laboratories.
- Faculties and departments include - Analytical and Environmental Sciences Division (AES) - Diabetes and Nutritional Sciences Division (DNS) - Genomics Centre - Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (IPS) - London Dental Education Centre (LonDEC) - Vascular Biology Group - Department of Management - Environmental Research Group - King's Forensics - mass spectrometer facility - MRC Centre for Environmental Health - NIHR Health Protection Research Unit - Department of Nutrition & Dietetics - Department of Pharmacy & Forensic Science.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- There is a/are Changing Places toilet(s) located on the fifth floor at the rear right of the building to the far end of the River East Wing.
- Accessible toilet facilities are located on all floors at the rear of the building to the far ends of the River East and River West Wings.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground and first floors to the rear centre of the building. Female standard toilet facilities are located on all floors at the rear of the building to the far ends of the River East and River West Wings. Female standard toilets are located on floors G, 3, 4, 5 in faculty areas towards the front of the building.
- Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground and first floors to the rear centre of the building. Male standard toilet facilities are located on all floors at the rear of the building to the far ends of the River East and River West Wings. Male standard toilets are located on floors G, 3, 4, 5 in faculty areas towards the front of the building.
- Gender neutral toilet facilities are located on the ground floor at the rear right of the building to the far end of the River East Wing.
- Baby changing facilities are located in the female and male standard toilets on the ground floor to the rear centre of the building.
- Standard shower facilities are located on all floors at the rear right of the building to the far end of the River East Wing.
Rooms and Spaces Links (1)
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Teaching Room(s)
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Teaching Room(s)
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Teaching Room(s)
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Getting Here (Waterloo Campus)
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By Road
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- The Waterloo Campus is located in the centre of London, on the south side of Waterloo Bridge, just off the IMAX roundabout. The campus is within the Congestion Charge Zone.
- There is an APCOA Parking South Bank Car Park facility off Cornwall Road, off Stamford Street. There is also on street parking on Doon Street.
- For more information on the APCOA South Bank Car Park on Cornwall Road please click here (opens new tab).
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
- Transport for London (TfL) bus services 381, N343, N381 stop on Stamford Street outside the campus buildings (Waterloo Road Stops L and M).
- For more information on Transport for London (TfL) Bus Services please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Waterloo Station or Waterloo East.
- Waterloo Station is located on the opposite side of the IMAX roundabout from the campus, and is served by Southwestern Railway. Waterloo East is located to the south of the campus. However, step free access to this station is only available via Waterloo Station. Waterloo East is served by Southeastern Railway.
- For more information on Southwestern Railway please click here (opens new tab).
- For more information on Southeastern Railway please click here (opens new tab).
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By Underground
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- The nearest underground station is Waterloo.
- Waterloo Underground Station is located within Waterloo mainline station. It is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines.
- For more information on Transport for London (TfL) Tube Services please click here (opens new tab).
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Useful Links
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- For more information on getting to the Campus.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- Please use the National Rail Enquiries website for more information on trains to Waterloo and Waterloo East, and for Station Information.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
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Useful Information
- Disability Support are located in Bush House South East Wing, on the Strand Campus.
- To see more information on Disability Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7848 1234.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
- To see more information on Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7848 7000.
- To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
- The name of the car park is APCOA Parking South Bank Car Park.
- The car park is located on Cornwall Road.
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Cornwall Road / Doon Street.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located in the centre of the building, off Stamford Street.
- This entrance gives access to the mezzanine (M) level between floors G, 1.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Welcome to King's'.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 129cm .
- The main door(s) open(s) by revolving.
- There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
- The entry push pad or push button is 115cm from floor level.
- The exit push pad or push button is 115cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 82cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is also a revolving door next to this one.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located in front of the main 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.
Reception (Security)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located to the left after 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 98cm .
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet and stone.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
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Comments
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- Reception is staffed 24 hours.
- There is a deaf alert system available on request.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
- 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 flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There is bench seating and also a mixture of single seats with and without armrests at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- Floor plans/maps are available.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
Other Floors (Reception)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located straight ahead from the main entrance.
- The stairs are approximately 5m from the main entrance.
- The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, M and 1.
- 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 provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
Lift (Reception)
- The lift is located ahead and left after reception.
- The lift was out of use at the time of the survey.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the 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, M and 1.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
Outside Access (Rear Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building, off Doon Street.
- This entrance gives access to the ground floor at the rear of the building.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'KING'S College LONDON Waterloo Campus Franklin-Wilkins Building Doon Street, London SE1'.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
- 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 86cm.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The 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 86cm.
- These doors can be released by prior arrangement at the security desk (main entrance). The door width measurement is for a single door. Either of the double doors (left or right) can be opened for access.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located after the second set of doors.
- There is/are 7 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- 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.
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Comments
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- There are two adjacent flights of steps after the rear entrance.
- The left flight has a handrail on the right side going up (photograph 9).
- The right flight has handrails on both sides and in the centre (photograph 10).
Lift (Rear Entrance)
- The lift is located ahead and left from the rear entrance.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the rear entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The weight limit for the lift is 410kg.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is medium.
- The clear door width is 90cm.
- The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 150cm.
- 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not 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 good.
Lift (Main)
- The lift is located to the rear of the building, on the right.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 60m (65yd 1ft) from the 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, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
- The weight limit for the lift is 1250kg.
- 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 colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is medium.
- The clear door width is 110cm.
- The dimensions of the lift are 183cm x 140cm.
- 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 good.
Other Floors
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located ahead from reception, in the central atrium.
- The stairs are approximately 35m from the main entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 19cm.
- 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 provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.
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Comments
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- The stairs are 16m from the rear entrance.
- There is a large landing on the third floor before continuing right to floors 4 and 5 (photograph 7).
Reception (Franklin-Wilkins Library)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located on the first floor.
- The reception point is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the lift.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point, via lift.
- There is not 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 90cm .
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- 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.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
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Security Barriers
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- There are security barriers at the reception.
- The minimum width between the security barriers is 54cm.
- The width of the wider security barriers is 91cm.
- A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
- The height of the key card reader is 95cm.
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Comments
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- The reception desk is staffed from 09:00 - 19:00.
Other Floors (Reception Franklin-Wilkins Library)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located to the right of the library reception.
- The stairs are approximately 5m from the reception.
- The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1 and 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 provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Reception (IT TechBar)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located to the left after the library reception.
- The reception point is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the library reception.
- Clear signage for the reception area/desk is 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 75cm .
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- 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.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- 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.
Library (Franklin-Wilkins Library)
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Library Circulation
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- There is step-free access, via lift, within the library.
- The type of flooring in the library is carpet.
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Self Service Machines
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- There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
- The self service book borrow/return machine(s) is/are located ahead and to the left after reception (photograph 2).
- The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 108cm and 138cm.
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Library Services
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- This library is able to provide material in the following formats: ebook, ejournal and audio.
- There are reading/study desks available.
- The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 74cm in height.
- There are some height adjustable desks available.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
- Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
- For more information about borrowing laptops please click here.
- Auxiliary aids are available.
- Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Hand Held Magnifiers, Headsets, Large Key Keyboards, High Visibility/Contrast Keyboards, Ergonomic Chairs, CCTV/Video Magnifiers, Coloured Overlays, Audio Recorders and Adjustable Foot Rests.
- Details for auxiliary aids available from the disability team: [email protected].
- The library does have computers with accessible software.
- Accessible software available includes: Inspiration, Dragon Naturally Speaking, Zoomtext, ABBYY FineReader, Texthelp Read&Write and JAWS.
- A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
- Assistance available on request from reception.
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Comments
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- There are 3 Assisted Technology Rooms (Room 3 shown in photographs 17 to 19).
- Laptops can be borrowed from the self-service laptop loans machine (photograph 11).
Other Floors (Franklin-Wilkins Library)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located ahead from library reception.
- The stairs are approximately 20m from the reception.
- The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1 and 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 provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Lift (Franklin-Wilkins Library)
- The lift is located to the left of the library reception, past the stairs.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the reception.
- 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 1 and 2.
- The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are 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 colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 76cm.
- The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 145cm.
- There are not 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not 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 low to moderate.
Eating and Drinking (Coffee Cart)
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the bar.
- The bar is located on the first floor, left from the lift lobby.
- There is step-free access, via lift, to the bar.
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Service and Menus
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- There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
- Menu types include; written wall menus and menu boards.
- Menus are not clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
- The type of food served here is cold snacks and hot and cold drinks.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Adapted cups are not available.
- Drinking straws are not available.
- This area does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
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Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 92cm.
- There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
- The type of flooring in this area is tiles and concrete.
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Comments
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- There is not dedicated seating.
Eating and Drinking (Bytes Restaurant)
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the restaurant.
- The restaurant is located on the first floor, opposite the library.
- There is step-free access, via lift, to the restaurant.
- For access there are double manual doors which are permanently held open.
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Service and Menus
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- Tables cannot be booked in advance.
- There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered and a self service counter.
- Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
- Menu types include; menu boards and written wall menus.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
- The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Adapted cups are not available.
- Adapted cutlery is not available.
- Drinking straws are not available.
- This area does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
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Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 90cm.
- The height of the tray counter/rail is 78cm.
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Payment Counter
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- The height of the counter is 76cm.
- There is not a moveable card machine available for payment.
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Tables and Seating
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- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 70cm.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 73cm.
- The surface height of the highest table is 107cm.
- Some tables are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs are permanently fixed.
- No chairs have armrests on both sides.
- There are also high tables, booths and high stools.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
- There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Comments
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- Opening times:
- Monday to Friday 08:30 - 15:00
- Breakfast 08:30 - 10:30
- Lunch 11:45 - 14:30
- Grab n Go 11:45 - 15:00
- Saturday and Sunday CLOSED.
Graduate Lounge
- There is a graduate lounge on the first floor, to the right of the entrance to Bytes Restaurant.
- There are vending machines, coffee machines and microwave ovens.
- There is ample space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There are some tables accessible to wheelchair users.
- The standard height for the underside of tables is 72 cm.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- No chairs have armrests on both sides.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
- The lighting levels are low to moderate.
Reception (KCLSU)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located to the right after the entrance to Bytes Restaurant.
- The reception point is approximately 65m (71yd 3in) 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 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 75cm .
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
Other Floors (Ground Floor)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located ahead from the main entrance, then to the left before the main stairs, on the left before the Café & Conservatory.
- The stairs are approximately 35m from the main entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
- 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 provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.
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Comments
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- The stairs link the Café & Conservatory (ground floor) and the Graduate Lounge (first floor).
Eating and Drinking (Café & Conservatory)
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the café.
- The café is located on the ground floor, in the centre left of the building.
- There is step-free access, via lift, to the café.
- For access there are double manual doors which are permanently held open.
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Service and Menus
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- Tables cannot be booked in advance.
- There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
- Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
- Menu types include; written wall menus.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
- The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Adapted cups are not available.
- Adapted cutlery is not available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- This area does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system .
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Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 102cm.
- There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
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Tables and Seating
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- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
- The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 70cm.
- The surface height of the lowest table is 44cm.
- The surface height of the highest table is 109cm.
- Some tables are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- There are also coffee tables, high tables, armchairs, sofas, booths and high stools.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
- There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
Reception (EUS Hub Third Floor)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located left from the lift lobby, past the stairs and lockers, and left along the corridor through the access door.
- The reception point is approximately 65m (71yd 3in) 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 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 71cm .
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- 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.
- Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
- 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.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- 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 not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
Changing Places (Left Transfer Fifth Floor River East)
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Location and Access
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- The facility is located right out of the lift, right again, down the corridor, then on the right.
- The facility is approximately 33m (36yd 3in) from the lift.
- The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
- The facility is not located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
- There is level access into the facility, via lift.
- The facility surveyed is for the sole use of disabled people.
- The colour contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The colour contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- You do need a key for the facility.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from security reception near the main entrance.
- There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The width of the door is 87cm.
- The dimensions of the facility are 200cm x 255cm.
- The ceiling height is not at a minimum of 2.4m.
- There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
- The facility has not got a non-slip floor.
- The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
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Toilet Details
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- The facility toilet has a transfer space on one side only.
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 131cm.
- Dropdown rails are provided.
- As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on the left.
- The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
- The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
- The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a spatula flush.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 97cm.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
- The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
- The facility hoist is powered overhead.
- The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
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Shower Details
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- There is not a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
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Other Facilities
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- A privacy screen is not available.
- The type of wash basin is fixed.
- The height of the wash basin is 75cm.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
- As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on the left.
- The colour contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 91cm.
- Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the hand dryer is 92cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a/are general domestic waste and pedal bin disposal units.
- There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
- There is not a coat hook.
- There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- The changing places bench could not be lowered at the time of survey.
Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer Fifth Floor River West)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located left from the lift lobby, along the corridor near the end.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 60m (65yd 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 ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’, pictorial, Braille and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- 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 contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 155cm x 194cm.
- The accessible toilet does not 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 91cm.
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and 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 the left.
- There is not 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) to the left of the toilet 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 lid) disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is 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).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 93cm (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 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 89cm.
- 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 high.
Toilet with Adaptations (Left Transfer Ground Floor River East)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the rear of the building, to the right, along the corridor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 87m (95yd 5in) from the main entrance.
- 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 a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from the security reception near the main entrance.
- There is Braille, ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’, written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- 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 contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 202cm x 230cm.
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- 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 left.
- The lateral transfer space is 130cm.
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary 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 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 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 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 lid) disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- 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 49cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is 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).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 99cm (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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- 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 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 110cm.
- 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 101cm (3ft 4in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Comments
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- There is a similar accessible toilet (left transfer) in the corresponding location on the fourth floor.
- Access to the third floor was restricted at the time of survey due to building work.
Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer Second Floor River East)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located right from the lift lobby, along the corridor near the end.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) 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, Braille, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 88cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 197cm x 232cm.
- 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 131cm.
- 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 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 general waste (with no lid) and pedal bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is 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).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm (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 71cm (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 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 85cm.
- 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 91cm (2ft 12in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Comments
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- There is a similar accessible toilet (right transfer) in the corresponding location on the first floor.
Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer Second Floor River West)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located left from the lift lobby, along the corridor near the end.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 60m (65yd 1ft) 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 a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from security reception.
- There is pictorial, written text, Braille and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- 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 contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 193cm.
- The accessible toilet does not 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 95cm.
- 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 the left.
- There is not 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) to the left of the toilet 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 general waste (with lid) and pedal bin disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 151cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is 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).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm (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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 6in).
- 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 93cm.
- 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 height of the towel dispenser is 120cm (3ft 11in).
- The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is medium.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 91cm (2ft 12in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Comments
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- There are similar accessible toilets (right transfer) in the corresponding location on floors 1, 3 and 4.
- A radar key is not required for the accessible toilets (right transfer) on floors 3 and 4.
- There is not a coat hook in the accessible toilets (right transfer) on floors 3 and 4.
- There is not a paper towel dispenser in the accessible toilets (right transfer) on floors 3 and 4.
Standard Shower (Ground Floor Rear River East)
- Shower facilities are available.
- The shower(s) surveyed is/are located to the rear of the building, to the right, along the corridor.
- There is not level access to the shower facilities.
- There is level access via lift to the standard showers.
- There is a pull cord light switch on the left. There is a 25cm high step into the shower tray. There are similar showers on floors 1, 2, 4, 5. Access to floor 3 was restricted at the time of survey due to building work.
Standard Toilet(s) (Rear Central)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The female and male toilets are located to the rear of the building, to the left, along the corridor.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 60m from the main entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is medium.
- There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- It was not possible to access the female toilet.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 94cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby change facilities are available in both the female and male toilets.
- There is a flip down baby change table available .
- The height of the baby change table is 94cm.
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Toilet Facilities 2
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- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
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- There are similar standard toilets in the same location on the first floor.
- The toilets on the first floor do not have a baby change facility.
Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor River East)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The gender neutral toilet is located to the rear of the building, to the right, along the corridor.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 90m from the main entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
- There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 94cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Toilet Facilities 2
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- The female toilet is located to the rear of the building, to the right, along the corridor.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 100m from the main entrance.
- There is Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 91cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Comments
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- There are similar standard toilets in the same location on floors 1, 2, 4, 5.
- The standard toilets on the first floor have a douche facility.
- Access to the third floor (River East) was restricted at the time of survey due to building work.
- There are also corresponding standard toilets to the left of the building (River West) on floors G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
- There are further standard toilets towards the front of the building between corridors A & B and C & D on floors G, 3, 4, 5.