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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; reception services and breakout space, Waterloo/Stamford Street Lecture Theatre, accessible and standard accommodation for students, accessible laundry, and connecting entrance to King's Sport and Wellness Centre.
  • Services / Facilities within the grounds include; standard laundry located via the Stamford Street entrance into King's Sport and Wellness Centre.
  • There are 2 main routes to the accommodation off Stamford Street. The first route, with step-free access via lift, is through the main reception off Stamford Street. The second route, with step-free access, is via the pedestrian gate to the right of the reception entrance, via the car park, and a second set of pedestrian gates.
  • Directions in the reception area are described as from the Stamford Street entrance.
  • King's Sport and Wellness Centre link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located in the reception area off the Stamford Street entrance.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located in the reception area off the Stamford Street entrance.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located in the reception area off the Stamford Street entrance.
  • Gender neutral toilet facilities are located in the reception area off the Stamford Street entrance (also signed as the accessible toilet).

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Lecture Theatre(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Waterloo/Stamford Street Lecture Theatre please click here (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).

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Getting Here (Waterloo Campus)

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• By Road View
  • 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).
• By Bus View
  • 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).
• By Train View
  • 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).
• By Underground View
  • 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).
• Useful Links View
  • 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).
• AccessAble Related Links View
  • Waterloo Station AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.
  • Waterloo East Station AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.
  • Waterloo Underground Station AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by staff and students.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located the right of the building through the vehicle gates.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 300cm x 685cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side and the rear.
  • The marked zone is 200cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the side entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is South Bank Car Park - Cornwall Road.
  • The car park is located Cornwall Road, off Stamford Street.
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Cornwall Road either side of Stamford Street.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located to the rear of the apartments on Secker Street, off Cornwall Road.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There are bollards here to the right of the access route.
    The bollards do not contrast visually with the paving.
    The pedestrian gate here is 92cm wide.
    There is a long slope on a slight incline after this entrance.
    Designated drop off is by prior arrangement only.
• Comments View
  • The building car park gate off Stamford Street has a key card reader to the left of the gate.
  • The key card reader is 110cm above the ground.
  • There are intercom buttons 90cm and 127cm above the ground.
  • Building parking is shared with the adjacent building.
  • The building parking was obstructed at the time of survey.
  • On street standard parking bays are 193cm wide.

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Approach (Stamford Street Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Outside Access (Stamford Street Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to reception.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Stamford Street Apartments'.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 101cm (3ft 4in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 117cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to exit the main automatic doors.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 102cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance doorway.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located straight after the entrance.
  • There is/are 4 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• Lift View
  • There is a lift to access this entrance.
  • The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift (Reception Platform)

• The lift is located straight ahead from the Stamford Street entrance.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Stamford Street entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 500kg.
• There is not 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 control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 89cm x 136cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 6in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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Outside Access (Pedestrian Gate Stamford Street)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right side of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the parking compound, and the side entrance to reception and the central courtyard.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 110cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.
• Comments View
  • There are uneven surfaces in front of the pedestrian gate.

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Approach (Side Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.
• Comments View
  • The approach was obstructed with floor cable protection at the time of survey.

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Outside Access (Courtyard)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left side of the parking compound.
  • This entrance gives access to the central courtyard, and the side entrance to reception.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 108cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 92cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a higher bell 122cm from the ground. There is a higher intercom 142cm from the ground.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the gate.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

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Outside Access (Side Entrance Reception)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the right side of the building, off the parking compound.
  • This entrance gives access to reception.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 119cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 149cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located straight ahead after the Stamford Street entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Stamford Street entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • 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 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath 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.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The seats do not have armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
• Comments View
  • Reception is staffed daily from 08:00 to 20:00 with overnight security cover.

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Breakout Space

• The breakout space is located to the left of the reception area.
• There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests, a sofa, and high stools.
• There is a table with an underside 65cm from the floor, and a work bench with an underside 74cm from the floor.
• There is a high table with a surface 105cm above the floor, and a kitchen work top 86cm above the floor.
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the sink.
• Microwave oven controls are 98cm - 120cm above the floor.

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Lift (Reception Standard)

• The lift is located on the left after the reception desk.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Stamford Street 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 1 (Laundry) and 2 (Reception).
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 107cm x 144cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 9in).
• 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 an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • Floor 2 is the reception area.
  • Floor 1 is the accessible laundry, with step-free access to the central courtyard.
  • The lift overcomes the steps at the side entrance.

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Step(s) (Courtyard)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located between the side entrance off reception, and the central courtyard.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the central courtyard.
  • There is/are 18 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a standard lift to overcome the step(s).

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Outside Access (Accessible Laundry)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the central courtyard, at the bottom of the steps to reception.
  • This entrance gives access to the accessible laundry and the lift to reception.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 110cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 141cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Accessible Laundry

• There are washing machines and a tumble dryer.
• Machine controls are 70cm - 80cm from the floor.
• There is no seating in the laundry.
• This laundry is available only at staff discretion.
• The main student laundry is located in the King's Fitness and Wellness Centre off Stamford Street.

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Central Courtyard

• There are tables with a surface height 84cm from the ground.
• There is picnic style and tree bench seating without armrests.
• The flooring is block paving and uneven in a few places.
• The area is communal to all accommodation blocks.

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Outside Access (SSA Residents Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off the Stamford Street Apartments central courtyard between Block 3 and Block 4.
  • This entrance gives access to the King's Sport and Wellbeing Centre.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 105cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are light.
  • The width of the door opening is 71cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Accommodation Summary

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• Parking and Transport View
  • The accommodation shares another buildings parking facilities.
  • Secure parking is available.
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • There is not a university bus service stop within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
• Residence Information View
  • This residence is made up of 8 buildings.
  • Most buildings at this residence have similar access to the one surveyed.
  • The residence surveyed was Stamford Street Apartments.
• Accessible Accommodation Information View
  • The accommodation has 7 rooms in total.
  • There is an/are accessible room(s) within the accommodation.
  • There is/are 0 accessible room(s) with a bath.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the accessible room(s).
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • The accessible toilet facilities are located in the reception area, off Stamford Street.
• Standard Accommodation Information View
  • There is standard accommodation on the ground floor.
  • Ground floor accommodation does have level access.
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the standard room(s).
  • The standard bedrooms feature self-contained ensuite step-in wet room pods.
    There are 3 studio style standard rooms in Block 7.
    These are rooms 31, 43, and 62.
    The studio style rooms have self-contained kitchen/dining areas and bathrooms.
• Amenities and Communal Facilities View
  • There is a convenience store within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
  • Communal facilities within this residence include a staffed reception, a launderette and a common room.
  • The communal facilities for the accommodation surveyed include; a kitchen and a dining area.
  • Costcutter and The Market Express convenience stores are within 180m of the apartments.
    There is a bicycle store between Block 6 and Block 7.
• Additional Accessibility Aids View
  • There is a deaf alert system available on request.
  • Vibrating pillows alarms are available on request.
  • Bed raisers are not available on request.
  • Portable hoists are not available on request.

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Approach (Block 5)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is block paving.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.

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Outside Access (Block 5)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off the central courtyard.
  • This entrance gives access to Block 5.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with '5 42 - 52'.
  • There is step-free 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 122cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to exit the main automatic doors.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 122cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 168cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

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Lift (Block 5)

• The lift is located straight ahead from the entrance to Block 5.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the entrance to Block 5.
• 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, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• 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 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 medium.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 107cm x 144cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 9in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does 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 moderate to good.

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Other Floors (Block 5)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located straight after the entrance to Block 5.
  • The stairs are approximately 3m from the entrance to Block 5.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
  • 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 not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 28cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are not 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 not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.
• Comments View
  • The short right-angle turn at the top of each flight of steps has handrails on both sides.

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Entrance (Flat 42)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 1, to the left of the lift.
  • This entrance gives access to flat 42.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • A key is needed to open the door.

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Inside Access (Flat 42)

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the area.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.

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Accommodation (Room 42F)

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• Accessible Room Information View
  • This type of accessible room is located on the ground floor in flat 42.
  • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
  • All accessible rooms of this type have similar specifications.
  • Residents need to open a door between the entrance and the room(s).
  • The room surveyed does not have an adjoining room.
• Accessible Room Features View
  • The accessible room surveyed is located at the far right end of the corridor in flat 42.
  • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was 42F.
  • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed.
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is high.
  • The door is manual with a key lock.
  • The width of the door is 87cm.
  • There are lowered spy holes available.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is high.
  • The bed height is not adjustable.
  • The height of the bed is 58cm (1ft 11in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 29cm (11in).
  • The bed is not moveable.
  • The room does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
  • A member of staff can reconfigure the room furniture to create a turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
  • The height of the desk is 72cm.
  • The desk is height adjustable.
  • The desk knee recess has the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
  • The room surveyed had a desk chair without armrests and a height adjustable chair without armrests.
  • Wardrobes have been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
  • Light switches are not between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are not between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
  • The window controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not an emergency alarm in the room.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The accessible room surveyed has a ceiling track hoist.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • The colour contrast between the room walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels in the room are low to moderate.
  • The bedroom track hoist is parallel to the window.
    The bedroom track hoist does not provide access along the whole width of the room.
    The push pad to exit room is 100cm above the floor.
• Bathroom Facilities View
  • This information relates to the ensuite.
  • The colour contrast between the external bathroom door and wall is low.
  • The bathroom door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the door into the bathroom is 87cm.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is low.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 174cm x 206cm.
  • The bathroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The bathroom has a non-slip floor.
  • The colour contrast between the bathroom walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm within the bathroom.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm in the ensuite is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the bathroom.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf immediately next to or behind the toilet.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot 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.
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
  • The tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • Taps do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • There is a handheld soap dispenser available.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 80cm.
  • The lighting levels in the bathroom are low to moderate.
  • The ceiling track hoist extends between the toilet and the shower.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 5in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 102cm.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is no dropdown rail.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet, the wall mounted grab rails 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 colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • The toilet is a Closomat with elbow pad flushes on both sides.
• Shower Details View
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • Shower controls do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 41cm (1ft 4in).
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower.
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The colour contrast between the shower dropdown rail(s) and wall is/are low.

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Kitchen/Dining Area (Flat 42)

• The kitchen/dining area is accessed by a single door with an opening width of over 75cm.
• The door is push pad activated.
• Lowered work surfaces are available.
• The height of the lowest work surface is 78cm.
• The kitchen does have an unobstructed floor space of at least 150cm × 150cm.
• There is a knee recess under a work surface.
• A knee recess is provided adjacent to the sink and the hob.
• Knee recesses are not at least 80cm wide.
• There are some low level cupboards.
• There are easy to grip handles or taps for the sink.
• The height of the dining table is 67cm.
• There are dining chairs without armrests only.
• The door push pad to enter and exit the kitchen is 100cm above the floor.

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Standard Accommodation (Room 39H)

• There is step-free access to standard accommodation.
• The standard accommodation surveyed was 39H.
• The standard accommodation surveyed is located in Block 4 on Floor 5.
• The standard accommodation surveyed has an ensuite with a shower.
• There is a 22cm high step into ensuite shower room.

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Outside Access (Stamford Street Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off Stamford Street, near to Cornwall Road.
  • This entrance gives access to the Wellness Centre.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'KING'S SPORT AND WELLNESS CENTRE'.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 135cm (4ft 5in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 132cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • There is a push pad/button to exit the main automatic doors.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 128cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 166cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
  • The entrance to the Stamford Street Apartments laundry is between the first and second set of doors, on the left.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 2 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• Comments View
  • There is a second set of clearly marked steps between the two sets of doors.
  • The second set of steps have a height of 19cm, and a depth of 30cm.
  • There are no handrails at these steps.

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Other Floors (Laundry Stamford Street)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the left after the first set of doors into the King's Fitness and Wellness Centre.
  • The stairs are approximately 5m from the entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are street level and the laundry.
  • 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 not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 28cm.
  • 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 not 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 not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are low to moderate.
• Other Information View
  • The service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the laundry.
  • Accessible laundry services are available within the main apartment complex at the discretion of staff.

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Laundry Stamford Street

• There is a key card reader 108cm above the floor.
• There is a single heavy manual door which opens away from you (push).
• The door opening is 77cm wide.
• There is a sofa, and a coffee table with a surface height 45cm above the floor.
• The laundry card top-up machine controls are 110cm - 131cm above the floor.
• The washing machine controls are 103cm - 110cm above the floor.
• The main tumble dryer openers are 148cm above the floor.
• There is a lowered tumble dryer with controls 91cm - 96cm above the floor.
• There is an ironing board with a surface height 90cm above the floor.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Reception - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the reception area.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Stamford Street entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is an all gender toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 145cm x 196cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a 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 low.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is twist turn 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 87cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Reception)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the left of the reception area.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 6m from the Stamford Street entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.