Access Guide
Summary
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; computer and technology rooms (including Superlab), dance studios, fitness assessment centre, multi-gym, the Science Centre, the Skills and Simulation Suite, sports therapy clinic, teaching rooms and laboratories, sports hall and fitness centre.
- Faculties include food technology, forensics, microbiology, nuclear magnetic resonance imaging, nutritional physiology, physiotherapy, sport science, and tissue culture research.
- The second floor of the Science Centre building has entrances to the Learning Centre second floor staff areas. The Learning Centre second floor is generally out of bounds to students, and permission must be sought to enter the Science Centre via the Learning Centre. Concessions are usually made for those requiring level access via lift to the Science Centre from within the Learning Centre, and as an alternative to accessing the Science Centre from the library via Hornsey Road. The Tower Buildings Green, Red, Yellow and Blue Zones are separate buildings and are accessed via Holloway Road.
- The Learning Centre link (new tab) - click here.
- The Tower Building - Green Zone link (new tab) - click here.
- The Tower Building - Red Zone link (new tab) - click here.
- The Tower Building - Yellow Zone link (new tab) - click here.
- The Tower Building - Green Annexe link (new tab) - click here.
- The Tower Building - Blue Zone link (new tab) - click here.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located on all floors.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located on all floors.
- Male standard toilet facilities are located on all floors.
- Gender neutral toilet facilities are located on the second floor.
- Standard changing facilities are located on the ground floor near the Sports Hall and Fitness Centre.
- Standard shower facilities are located within the changing rooms on the ground floor near the Sports Hall and Fitness Centre.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- From the A1 (Watford Way) heading South. Slight left onto Barnet By-Pass/Great North Way/A1. Continue onto North Circular Road A406. Continue onto Lyttelton Road. then onto Aylmer Rd/A1. Turn right onto St John's Way/A1. Slight left onto Sandridge Street/A1. The University will be on your left.
- Due to our central London location, parking is limited around the University.
There is an NCP car park near our Aldgate campus and limited street parking only near the Holloway campus.
If you're a Blue Badge holder and require a disabled parking space, please email [email protected].
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
- The nearest bus stop is located on Holloway Road, services include -
115 East Ham, Central Park - Upton Park - Canning Town - Limehouse - Stepney - Aldgate.
15 Blackwall - Poplar - Limehouse - Stepney - Aldgate - Tower Hill - St Paul's Cathedral - Fleet Street - Aldwych - Trafalgar Square. - For more information on Holloway Road bus stop, services and times. please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Drayton Park.
- Drayton Park train station is approximately 644m (8 minutes) walking distance from the University Campus.
- For more information on train services and timetables. please click here (opens new tab).
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By Underground
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- The nearest underground station is Holloway Road.
- Holloway Road station is approximately 187m(5 minutes) walking distance from the University Campus.
- For more information on underground services and timetables please click here (opens new tab).
Useful Information
- An Undergraduate Course (known as a Bachelors Degree) is usually the first degree you apply for and normally takes three years to complete if studying full-time.
- To see more information on Undergraduate Courses, BA, BSc and BEng Degrees please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7423 0000.
- Email: [email protected].
- Postgraduate Degrees are for Students who have already completed an Undergraduate Degree to a good standard or have enough experience in the relevant field.
A Masters Degree is usually taught like an Undergraduate Degree and takes one or two years. It is more challenging than a Bachelors Degree and demands considerable independent thought. - To see more information on Postgraduate Courses, MA, MSc, MBA and Research Degrees. please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7423 0000.
- Email: [email protected].
- Additional courses, Professional Courses, Apprenticeships.
- To see more information on Courses and Professional Qualifications please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7423 0000.
- Email: [email protected].
- There are a couple services on the ground floor of the Library in the Learning Centre (Holloway campus) and Calcutta House (Aldgate campus).
They provide information or help students with technical or other issues (Techsmart Desk and Library Services/ Information).
The services are also available online for Students from either Campus.
The TechSmart desk can help with various issues such as changing passwords, printer access, Wi-Fi access, weblearn queries, evision queries (accessing journals/ books away from the university) and can provide information on available software and laptop loans.
The link below gives information on this software available and provides access to the self-service portal and IT help chat. - To see more information on TechSmart IT support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7133 4444 (out of hours telephone number).
- The Library Services Information desk in both Campus' Libraries can support Students with advice on how best to find and use the Library Resources.
Appointments with an Academic Librarian Liaison can be arranged via the library service (link or email below) or also via this email: [email protected]
The subject drop-in and enquiry area next to the Library Services desk in the Holloway Campus' Learning Centre is used for this purpose.
Library Services can also provide information on the DDS service (Disabilities and Dyslexia Service). The phone number for that service is +44 (0)20 7320 2848 and there is information on the University's website:https://student.londonmet.ac.uk/life-at-london-met/student-services/disabilities-and-dyslexia-service-dds/
Group study rooms are booked via Student's Library accounts and keys (where required) are collected/dropped off at the Library Services Information desk. - To see more information on Library Services please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7133 2100.
- Email: [email protected].
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Comments
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- The courses available at this University range from Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degrees to short courses and professional qualifications.
Opening Times (Building Opening Times and Fitness Centre/ Fitness Centre Counter)
- Monday 08:00 - 21:00.
- Tuesday 08:00 - 21:00.
- Wednesday 08:00 - 21:00.
- Thursday 08:00 - 21:00.
- Friday 08:00 - 21:00.
- Saturday 11:00 - 19:00.
- Sunday 11:00 - 19:00.
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are not available.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
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Comments
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- The photograph shows Hornsey Road which runs along the front of the building.
Approach (Hornsey Road)
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
- The approach surface is uneven in places.
- On approach to the venue, the pavement is uneven in places due to manhole covers and uneven paving slabs.
The lampposts and signage only narrow the pavement to a minimum width of 145cm.
There are dropped kerbs to navigate, with one close to the entrance from direction of Holloway road. There is no tactile paving.
There are pedestrian crossings at either end of Hornsey Road. - There is step-free access on the approach.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located facing onto Hornsey Road. It is located further along Hornsey Road from Holloway Road than the Learning Centre.
- This entrance gives access to Science Centre and Sports Centre.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Science Centre, Including: Sports Centre'.
- 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 104cm.
- 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 95cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 97cm.
- There are 2 identical sets of heavy, double, manual doors to the left of the automatic door. The entrances are 182cm wide (photograph 3).
- There is a slope with a very easy incline.
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Comments
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- The slope with a very slight incline is shown in photograph 7.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located by the Science Centre main entrance.
- The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Science Centre main entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are 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 placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception counter is 103cm.
- There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section of the counter.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 71cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a bell to attract attention.
- Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
- There are sofas only in the waiting area.
- There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
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Security Barriers
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- There are security barriers at the reception.
- The minimum width between the security barriers is 53cm.
- The width of the wider security barriers is 110cm.
- A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
- The height of the key card reader is 100cm.
- There are 2 lower sections as shown in photographs 2 and 3.
The seating area by Reception is shown in photograph 4.
The wider security gate has no key card reader and is opened by the Receptionist as shown in photograph 7.
There are further security barriers after those at Reception which have widths varying from 85cm to 111cm as shown in photograph 8.
There is a defibrillator behind the Reception desk as shown in photograph 9.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is laminate and vinyl.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There is bench and sofa seating at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- Floor plans/maps are available.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
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Comments
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- There is a water fountain 86cm from the floor near the Fitness Centre/gym on the ground floor.
- There are various lockers in the corridors on the third floor laboratory corridor.
- The lockers vary from 8cm high to 135cm from the floor.
- There is a water fountain 86cm from the floor near the Fitness Centre/gym on the ground floor.
Counter (Fitness Centre)
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Counter
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- The counter is located on the ground floor to the right of the building, near the fitness centre/gym.
- The counter is approximately 86m (94yd 2in) from the Science Centre main entrance.
- Clear signage for the counter is not visible from the lift.
- There is step-free access to the counter.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
- There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the counter are good.
- The height of the counter is high (110cm+).
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a bell to attract attention.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
- There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
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Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the counter.
Gym (Fitness Centre)
- There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the gym.
- The door(s) open(s) away from you.
- The width of the door opening is 162cm.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- The door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is a short ramp onto rubberised flooring just after the entrance doorway which could present a trip hazard (photograph 3).
- The gym is staffed when open.
- The fitness centre counter is used for staff to check student/staff membership and online bookings before they go inside.
- There is not an emergency alarm in the gym.
- Staff do not receive training in assisting disabled people.
- There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
- There is level access to all of the equipment.
- Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes; free weights, cable resistance machines and upper body machines where fixed seats can be removed.
- Background music is played.
- The flooring in the gym consists of tiles.
- There is some flooring with a shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Comments
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- The flooring is formed of rubberised tiling.
Lift (Main Lifts)
- The lift is located ahead after reception in the ground floor foyer.
- The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3.
- The weight limit for the lift is 800kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
- The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 134cm x 137cm (4ft 5in x 4ft 6in).
- 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 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 not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
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Comments
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- There are yellow tiles, very similar to external tactile paving outside the lifts.
- From the first to third floors there are refuge points near the lifts.
- The refuge points have an intercom with a flashing button 93cm from the floor, tactile markings/text and Braille (photograph 8).
- There are yellow tiles, very similar to external tactile paving outside the lifts.
Other Floors (Main Staircase)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located in the foyer by the Reception and lifts.
- The stairs are approximately 15m from the Science Centre main entrance.
- The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the ground floor.
- There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the first floor.
- The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G, 1, 2, 3.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- 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 between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
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Comments
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- There are yellow tiles, very similar to external tactile paving, at the top and bottom of the staircase.
- The staircase has open risers from the first floor upwards.
- There are yellow tiles, very similar to external tactile paving, at the top and bottom of the staircase.
Lift (First Floor Platform - Physiotherapy)
- The lift is located next to the steps towards the Physiotherapy Department.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main lifts.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 101cm x 147cm (3ft 4in 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.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- Both doors open automatically when the lift is called.
There are yellow tiles, very similar to external tactile paving, at the top and bottom of the steps/platform lift.
Step(s) (First Floor - Physiotherapy)
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Stepped Level Change 1
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- There is a/are step(s) located on the first floor by the stairs, lift and accessible toilet.
- The step(s) is/are used to access the Physiotherapy Department.
- There is/are 9 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
- 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 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
- There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).
- There are yellow tiles, very similar to external tactile paving, at the top and bottom of the steps/platform lift.
Entrance (Second Floor Learning Centre)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on the second floor of Stair 2 in the Learning Centre.
- This entrance gives access to the Science Centre Skills and Simulation Suite.
- 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.
- 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 115cm.
- 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 88cm.
- There is an alternative set of double doors to access the Science Centre second floor but these were not in use at the time of survey (March 2024).
Entrance (Skills and Simulation Suite)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on the second floor, off the main stairwell.
- This entrance gives access to the Skills and Simulation Suite.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is stepped access 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 109cm (3ft 7in).
- There is not an intercom.
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 109cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
- The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 81cm.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
- There is/are 10 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 17cm.
- 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 not 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.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
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Lift
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- There is a lift to access this entrance.
- The lift does bypass the step(s).
Lift (Skills and Information Suite)
- The lift is located on the second floor at the entrance to the Skills and Simulation Suite.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main lift.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
- There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 95cm x 141cm (3ft 1in x 4ft 8in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.
Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Second Floor SC2-19 SC2-30)
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Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1
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- There is a ramp/slope located off the main corridor.
- The ramp/slope is used to access rooms SC2-19 and SC2-30.
- 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 a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
- The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are low to moderate.
Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor Reception Left Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor lobby by the lifts.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 21m (22yd 2ft) from the Science Centre main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 220cm (5ft 6in x 7ft 3in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 101cm (3ft 4in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal 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 low.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on 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 poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 144cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is 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 covered cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 5in).
- 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm (3ft 3in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.
Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor Sports Centre Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor by the Fitness Centre and Sports Hall.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 66m (72yd 6in) from the Science Centre main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 215cm x 245cm (7ft 1in x 8ft).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 152cm (4ft 12in).
- 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 low.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on 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 poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 154cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is 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 wall which acts as a backrest.
- There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
- 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 99cm (3ft 3in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 114cm (3ft 9in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the first floor close to the lifts and stairs.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the Reception lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 220cm (5ft 7in x 7ft 3in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The height of the light switch/pull cord is 123cm from floor level.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 101cm (3ft 4in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on 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 poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 154cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is 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 covered cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 41cm (1ft 4in).
- 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 82cm (2ft 8in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 93cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 116cm (3ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor Sports Therapy Corridor Left Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the first floor Sports Therapy/Physiology/Sports Sciences corridor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 71m (77yd 1ft) from the Reception lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 230cm (5ft 6in x 7ft 7in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The height of the light switch/pull cord is 119cm from floor level.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 104cm (3ft 5in).
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- There is not a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a push button flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on 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 poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 136cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is 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 wall which acts as a backrest.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 5in).
- 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 96cm (3ft 2in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 93cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the towel dispenser is 129cm (4ft 3in).
- The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
- There is not a hand dryer.
Toilet with Adaptations (Second Floor Left Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the second floor just off the main stairwell.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the main lifts.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial and written text 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 locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 146cm x 214cm (4ft 9in x 7ft).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 76cm (2ft 6in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- 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 disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 92cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 82cm (2ft 8in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.
Toilet with Adaptations (Second Floor Research and Preparation Corridor Left Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on the second floor, along the Laboratory Analysis, Research and Preparation corridor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 33m (36yd 3in) from the Reception lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 214cm (5ft 11in x 7ft).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 102cm (3ft 4in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on 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 poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 139cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
View
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is 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 wall which acts as a backrest.
- There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
- 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 96cm (3ft 2in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 106cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is not a hand dryer.
Toilet with Adaptations (Third Floor Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
View
- This accessible toilet is located on the third floor close to the lifts and stairs.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the Reception lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
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Toilet Features
View
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 175cm x 226cm (5ft 9in x 7ft 5in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 101cm (3ft 4in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on 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 poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 137cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
View
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is 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 wall which acts as a backrest.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 41cm (1ft 4in).
- 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 82cm (2ft 8in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 93cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 116cm (3ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
Toilet with Adaptations (Third Floor Laboratories Corridor Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
View
- This accessible toilet is located on the 3rd floor teaching laboratories corridor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 55m (60yd 5in) from the Reception lifts.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
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Toilet Features
View
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 171cm x 220cm (5ft 7in x 7ft 3in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 107cm (3ft 6in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
- There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on 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 poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary, general waste (with lid) and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 138cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
View
- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is 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 covered cistern.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 41cm (1ft 4in).
- 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 99cm (3ft 3in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 91cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is not a hand dryer.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
View
- The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor close to the main entrance.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 21m from the main entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
- 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 83cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
- Lighting levels are good.
- Photographs 1-6 show the male and female toilets by the main entrance.
There are similar toilets close to the stairs and lifts on the first to third floors.
They have written signage on the doors.
An example of these is shown in photographs 15-17.
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Toilet Facilities 2
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- The female and male toilets are located towards the rear of the building close to the gym and fitness centre counter.
- There is stepped access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 65m from the main entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
- 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 lever mixer.
- Lighting levels are good.
- Photographs 7-14 show the stepped male and female toilets.
The female standard toilets have 3 cubicles with a 12cm step, whilst the male standard toilets have a 17cm step.
Standard Toilet(s) (Second Floor)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
View
- The gender neutral toilet is located on the second floor off the main stairwell, and also within the Skills and Simulation Suite.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 13m from the main lifts.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
- The ambulant toilet does not have horizontal wall mounted grab rails.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- Lighting levels are good.
- There are wall mounted vertical grab rails in the ambulant cubicle are on both sides of the wash basin.
Standard Changing Room (Male)
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Location and Access
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- This standard changing room is located on the ground floor by the fitness centre, sports hall and fitness centre counter.
- This standard changing room is approximately 81m from the Science Centre main entrance.
- The standard changing room is approximately 11m from the Fitness Centre.
- There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
- A key is not required for the standard changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the standard changing room door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens inwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the standard changing room opening is 86cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Changing Facilities
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- The dimensions of the standard changing room are 460cm x 485cm.
- The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a wheel in shower.
- This is a male changing room.
- The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
- There is not an emergency alarm.
- There is seating available within the changing room.
- The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
- There are lockers within the changing room.
- There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 175cm from the floor.
- Disposal facilities are available in the changing room.
- There is a/are general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
- The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
- There are lower height lockers 22cm - 107cm above the floor.
There are higher lockers 109cm -195cm above the floor.
The standard showers adjoin the changing room.
Standard Changing Room (Female)
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Location and Access
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- This standard changing room is located on the ground floor by the fitness centre, sports hall and fitness centre counter.
- This standard changing room is approximately 81m from the Science Centre main entrance.
- The standard changing room is approximately 11m from the Fitness Centre.
- There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
- A key is not required for the standard changing room.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the standard changing room door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is low.
- The door opens inwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the standard changing room opening is 86cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Changing Facilities
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- The dimensions of the standard changing room are 320cm x 485cm.
- The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a wheel in shower.
- This is a female changing room.
- The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
- There is not an emergency alarm.
- There is seating available within the changing room.
- The seating within the changing room includes: bench seating.
- There are lockers within the changing room.
- There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a water dispenser available.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 175cm from the floor.
- Disposal facilities are available in the changing room.
- There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
- The lighting levels in the changing room are good.
- There are lower height lockers 22cm - 107cm above the floor.
There are higher lockers 109cm -195cm above the floor.
The standard showers adjoin the changing room.
There is a slope with a very easy incline between the changing room and the shower area (photograph 5).
Standard Shower (Male Changing Room)
- Shower facilities are available.
- The shower(s) surveyed is/are located to the rear of the changing room.
- There is level access to the shower facilities.
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Comments
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- There are 2 private shower cubicles with dimensions 89cm x 83cm (photographs 2 and 3).
- The showers have fixed shower heads, and controls 106cm above the floor.
- The private shower cubicles have an open door width of 62cm, and are locked with a sliding bolt.
- There is a third, larger private shower cubicle within the shower area (photograph 4).
- The larger cubicle has dimensions 145cm x 120cm with an open door width of 95cm wide.
- There are 2 private shower cubicles with dimensions 89cm x 83cm (photographs 2 and 3).
Standard Shower (Female Changing Room)
- Shower facilities are available.
- The shower(s) surveyed is/are located to the rear of the female standard changing room.
- There is level access to the shower facilities.
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Comments
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- There are private shower cubicles with dimensions 88cm x 83cm (photographs 2 and 3).
- The private shower cubicles have an open door width of 59cm, and are locked with a sliding bolt.
- The showers have fixed shower heads, and controls 106cm above the floor.
- There is a larger private shower cubicle within the shower area (photograph 4).
- The larger cubicle has dimensions 145cm x 120cm with an open door width of 95cm wide.
- There are private shower cubicles with dimensions 88cm x 83cm (photographs 2 and 3).