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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Careers Zone, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Natural Sciences and Psychology, Maths Support Centre, Social Zone, Cafes.

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Opening Times

• Monday 06:45 - 21:00.
• Tuesday 06:45 - 21:00.
• Wednesday 06:45 - 21:00.
• Thursday 06:45 - 21:00.
• Friday 06:45 - 21:00.

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Location

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

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  • The facilities and departments located within the main building are :-
  • School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences.
  • General Engineering Research Institute ( GERI ).
  • School of Engineering.
  • School of Pharmacy and Chemistry.
  • School of Biomolecular Sciences.
  • Faculty of Technology and Environment.
  • School of Biological and Earth Sciences.

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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.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
• There is/are 4 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.

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  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 32m (34yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
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  • There are two Blue Badge parking spaces next to the Central Wing and two outside the South Wing.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the Central Wing.
• 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 110cm (3ft 7in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 117cm (3ft 10in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located leading to the entrance from the right.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up the ramp.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading up to the entrance.
• There is/are 15+ step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium 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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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the back of the Central Wing from the campus.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 178cm (5ft 10in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 178cm (5ft 10in).

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Level Change (Rear Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located leading around the campus grounds to the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading down to the entrance from the Peter Jost Enterprise Centre.
• There is/are 8 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium 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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Outside Access (Tower Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the rear right of the building to the tower.
• 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 150cm (4ft 11in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • Access to the main building from here is via the upper floors.

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Level Change (Tower Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located leading down to the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading down to the left of the ramp.
• There is/are 4 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up the step(s).

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Outside Access (South Wing Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, to the right.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in).
• Comments View
  • There are heavy double doors which open towards you if using the steps.

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Level Change (South Wing Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located leading up to the entrance from the right.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 140cm (4ft 7in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading up to the entrance.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• The step(s) is/are not 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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Outside Access (Social Zone Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Level Change (Social Zone Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located on the approach to the main entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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Outside Access (Internal Entrance Social Zone)

• This information is for the entrance located leading from the link corridor.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).

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Reception (The Central Wing)

• The desk/counter is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• 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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Inside Access (The Central Wing)

• There is 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.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the cafe area.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, UG.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 33m (36yd 3in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The lift door is manual, opens outwards and may be difficult to open.
• The dimensions of the lift are 103cm x 148cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 10in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• 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 moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • This lift provides level access to the rear of the building and additional seating.

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Inside Access (The South Wing)

• There is 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.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Inside Access (Tower Wing)

• There is 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.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Other Floors (Staircase One Central Wing)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, UG in The Central Wing.
  • The stairs are located just inside the foyer.
  • The stairs are approximately 5m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (Staircase Two Central Wing)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 in the Central Wing.
  • The stairs are located through the double doors leading from Staircase One Central Wing.
  • The stairs are approximately 6m from the Staircase One Central Wing.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell on the upper ground floor.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (South Wing)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2 3, 4 in The South Wing.
  • The stairs are located just inside the main entrance to the left.
  • The stairs are approximately 4m from the entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (Tower wing)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.
  • The stairs are located just inside the entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 4m from the entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (Social Zone)

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  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • The stairs are located in the centre of the Social Zone.
  • The stairs are approximately 8m from the entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lecture Theatre(s) (James Parsons Hall Upper Lecture Theatre)

• Directional and locational signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is not step free access into the lecture theatre(s).
• There is/are 8 medium (11cm-17cm) step(s) for access to the lecture theatre(s).
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked and has/have handrails on both sides.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
• The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).
• The designated spaces for wheelchairs users are located at the back.
• There is level access to the designated seating from an entrance.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked and.
• There is space for an assistance dog.
• There is not step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
• There are three deep clearly marked steps to access the speakers area.
• There is staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• The steps to the staggered seating do not have handrails.
• There is a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).
• There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).
• There is fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).
• There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the lecture theatre(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 69cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).
• Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.
• There is a platform lift to access the theatre to the right of the steps.

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Lift (The Central Wing)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right on entering the venue.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 170cm x 116cm (5ft 7in x 3ft 10in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Lift (The South Wing)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead on entering the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3, 4.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 96cm (3ft 2in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 185cm x 129cm (6ft 1in x 4ft 3in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Lift (The Tower Wing)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right on entering the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are B, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 109cm x 189cm (3ft 7in x 6ft 2in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Lift (Social Zone)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the corridor just beyond the cafe.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 24m (26yd 9in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 150cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 11in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• 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 bright.

You are on Lift (James Parsons Lecture Theatre). Skip to the next section.

Lift (James Parsons Lecture Theatre)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the corridor outside the upper lecture theatre entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the lecture theatre entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The lift door is manual, heavy and opens outwards.
• The dimensions of the lift are 90cm x 144cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 9in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Eating and Drinking (Social Zone Cafe)

• The following information is for the café.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the cafe entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 69cm (2ft 3in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 70cm (2ft 4in).
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are not available.
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks.

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Accessible Toilet (The Central Wing - Ground Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right of the refectory on entering, between the rear entrance doors.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 217cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 1in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency 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 and clinical waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Accessible Toilet (The Central Wing - 1st Floor Hoist)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor in the Central Wing, to the right on entering the male toilets area.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from the staff at the security reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 194cm x 206cm (6ft 4in x 6ft 9in).
  • 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 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There 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 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • This toilet is fitted with a power hoist.

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Accessible Toilet (Social Zone Corridor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 24m (26yd 9in) from the Social Zone main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the corridor just beyond the cafe counter.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards and outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 230cm x 260cm (7ft 7in x 8ft 6in).
  • There is 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 150cm (4ft 11in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are clinical waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot 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 100cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Accessible Toilet (The South Wing)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial and Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right on exiting the lift.
  • There is a similar accessible toilet on the third floor.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 166cm x 287cm (5ft 5in x 9ft 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s) (The Central Wing - Ground Floor)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right of the refectory.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 21m (22yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right of the refectory.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 21m (22yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There are standard female toilets to the right on exiting the lift, on the 2nd, 4th and 7th floors.
  • There are standard male toilets to the right on exiting the lift, on the 1st, 3rd, 5th and 6th floors.

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Standard Toilet(s) (The Tower Wing)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on all floors.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right on entering the building through the doors to the right of the lift.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left on exiting the lift.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s) (The South Wing)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on all floors.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left on exiting the lift.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left on exiting the lift.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Staff do not receive deaf awareness training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.
• Staff are Text Relay aware.