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COVID-19 Information (Liverpool John Moores University)

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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the library, study areas and information centre.
• Related link Science Block.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/access-guide/liverpool-john-moores-university/science-block

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• Comments View
  • The Library is located on the ground floor of the Science Block.

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:45 - 23:00.
• Tuesday 08:45 - 23:00.
• Wednesday 08:45 - 23:00.
• Thursday 08:45 - 23:00.
• Friday 08:45 - 21:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 20:00.
• Sunday 10:00 - 20:00.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
• This venue is situated in Aigburth.
• The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest National Rail station is Aigburth.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 3 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 270cm x 600cm (8ft 10in x 19ft 8in).
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Science Block Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 144cm (4ft 9in).

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Level Change (Science Block Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading from the car park to the building.
• The ramp/slope is moderate.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Reception (Hub)

• The desk/counter is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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  • There is an automatic gate for wheelchair users to bypass the security turnstiles.
  • The gate has an opening width measuring 85cm.

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Reception (Library Services Desk)

• The desk/counter is 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• The hearing loops are fitted on the first floor in the seminar rooms.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
• Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located midway between the front and rear of the venue.
• The ramp/slope is moderate.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 129cm (4ft 3in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 33m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
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  • There is a refuge point at the top of the stairs.
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  • There is a refuge point at the top of the stairs.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on the ground floor.
• The weight limit for the lift is 800kg.
• The lift is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 99cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 127cm x 132cm (4ft 2in x 4ft 4in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 1- 3 weeks days to process an order.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A height adjustable table and height adjustable chair is / are available.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located within the accessible toilet.
  • The facility is approximately 27m (29yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from the staff at reception.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 160cm x 500cm (5ft 3in x 16ft 5in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 170cm (5ft 7in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers the toilet.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook.
  • The facility toilet is corner.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is not available.
  • It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from the floor).
• Accessible Shower View
  • Accessible shower facilities are not available.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
  • There is Braille and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right of reception at the rear.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • 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 staff on reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 500cm (5ft 3in x 16ft 5in).
  • There is not a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, general domestic waste and clinical waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 106cm from the floor.
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 106cm and 165cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There is also an accessible toilet next to the standard toilets opposite the reception desk.
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  • There is also an accessible toilet next to the standard toilets opposite the reception desk.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right of the reception desk.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.