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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a fitness suite, male and female changing rooms with standard showers and toilets.

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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include
  Level 1
  East: Library services help desk, Self-Issue/Return, laptop loans, holds collection point.
  West: Student IT support help desk, quest study area, macs, open access PC's, large format printing, assistive tech rooms 3&4, self-issue.
  
  Level 2
  East: Quiet study area, open access PC's, macs, PC's for alumni access, silent study room, training area.
  West: Silent study area, silent study computer room, quiet study computer room/training room.
  
  Level 3
  East: Group study area, DVD collection journals, bookable rooms A-D, assistive tech rooms 1&2.
  Bridge: Research help desk, bookable rooms E-I.
  West: Quiet study area, anatomy models.
  
  Level 4
  East: Group study area, open access PC's, macs, teaching practice collection, law reference collection.
  West: Group study area, open access PC's, bookable rooms J-K.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The London South Bank University Southwark Campus is located in the centre of London. The Southwark Campus is located on Borough Road (A3202) just off the A3. The Southwark Campus is within the London Congestion Charge Zone.
  • There is very limited parking at the campus with no public parking being provided. A small number of Blue Badge bays may be made available if arranged in advance with security. There are some pay and display areas located on the surrounding streets of the Southwark Campus including on Borough Road.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop to the Southwark Campus is the Borough Road stop on Southwark Bridge Road, approximately 200m from the Borough Road Building. This stop is served by the 344 route. There are additional bus stops on the A201 (London Road) approximately 500m from the Borough Road Building which are served by routes 12, 45, 68, 148, 171, 176, 468, N68, N89, N171.
• By Train View
  • The closest train station is the Elephant and Castle Station. This station is approximately 850m from the Borough Road Building via the A201. This station is operated by the Thameslink and Southeastern services.
• By Underground View
  • The closest underground station is the Elephant and Castle underground. This station is approximately 600m from the Borough Road Building via the A201. This station is operated by the Bakerloo and Northern Line Services.
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on how to reach the Southwark Campus and university buildings.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For more information on bus and underground travel throughout London.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For more information on national train time tabling, services and ticket pricing.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability and Dyslexia Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 020 7815 6454.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0800 923 8888.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 020 7815 6417.
• Email: [email protected].

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 220cm x 570cm (7ft 3in x 18ft 8in).
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Ontario Street.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Parking on Ontario Street can accommodate up to 5 vehicles. There is dropped kerb access at the entrance into Ontario Street.
  • There is also on street parking on Keyworth Street outside of the K2 building but it is for car club and Permit holders only, from 8:30am-6:30pm.
  • Drop off may be possible outside of the library as shown on photograph 3.
  • There are dropped kerbs on the pavement leading to the library.

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Opening Times (East)

• Monday 08:00 - 23:55.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 23:55.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 23:55.
• Thursday 08:00 - 23:55.
• Friday 08:00 - 23:55.
• Saturday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Sunday 09:00 - 21:00.

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Opening Times (West)

• Monday 08:00 - 21:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 19:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 19:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 19:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 19:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Outside Access (East Block)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 175cm (5ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• 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 door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • There are 3 security barriers with a width of 52cm and one wide barrier with a width of 95cm just beyond the entrance.
  • All barriers have a card reader at a height of 95cm.

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Outside Access (West Block)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located through the archway next to the East entrance and on the right.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 170cm (5ft 7in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Comments View
  • There is a security barrier between the first and second set of doors.
  • The security barrier is 85cm wide.
  • The security barrier is accessible by keycard only.
  • The keycard reader is at a height of 95cm.

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Outside Access (East Reception to Courtyard / West Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located opposite the East main reception.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Reception (Main Reception East)

• Main reception is located to the left of the East entrance.
• The desk is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are medium.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is a touch screen.

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• Comments View
  • There are barriers past the reception and have a width of 120cm.
  • There are two sets of touchscreens, one for the laptop borrowing facilities with a height of 115cm and the other for the library self return terminal with a height of 130cm.

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Reception (Help Desk East - Level 1)

• Help desk is located directly ahead after the reception security barriers and turning left.
• The desk is 35m (38yd 10in) from the East entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are medium.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is a touch screen.

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• Comments View
  • There are 5 touchscreens close to the help desk.
  • 4 touchscreens are for library book borrowing facilities with a height of 130cm.
  • 1 touchscreen is a book search catalogue with a height of 110cm.

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Reception (Research Helpdesk - Level 3)

• Research helpdesk is located on the Bridgeway connecting the East and West parts of the libraries on level 3.
• The desk is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the East lift.
• Clear signage for the reception area is not visible from the lift.
• There is step free access to this reception area, via lift.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are medium.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There is a slight ramp, with no handrails, for access to accessible and standard toilets on level 1 on the east side of the library.
  • This ramp can be seen in photographs 1 to 3.
  • There is a slight ramp, with no handrails, for access to accessible and standard toilets on level 1 on the west side of the library.
  • This ramp can be seen in photographs 4 to 6.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written and pictorial directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is some flooring in corridors 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.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Comments View
  • On level 3 there is a bridge corridor which connects the east and west sides of the library. This can be seen in photographs 7 and 8.

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Entrance (Assistive Technology Room 1 & 2)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 3 East side.
  • There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • 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 card reader/lock is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).

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Inside Access (Assistive Technology Room 1 & 2)

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are adjustable.

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• Comments View
  • Room 1 contains auxiliary aids including headphones and a microphone, a large text keyboard, a height adjustable table and a height adjustable chair.
  • Room 2 contains auxiliary aid headphones, a height adjustable table and a height adjustable chair.
  • Both rooms 1 and 2 contain the following assistive software: Dragon Naturally Speaking, Texthelp Read and Write Gold, Inspiration Mind Mapping, Jaws, Spellementary and MindManager.
  • A dimmer switch is located on the right as you enter and has a height of 138cm in both rooms.
  • Assistive Technology Room 2 is to the right of Assistive Technology Room 1 and is identical.
  • Photographs 1 to 9 show the Assistive Technology Room 1 and photographs 10 to 15 show Assistive Technology Room 2.
  • Assistive Technology Rooms 3 and 4 are located in the West side of the library.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 3 days to process an order.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard, large rollerball mouse, height adjustable table and height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include headphones, microphone.

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• Comments View
  • Accessible software for use within the library and assistive technology rooms are Dragon Naturally Speaking, Texthelp Read and Write Gold, Inspiration Mind Mapping, Supernova, Jaws, Spellementary and MindManager.

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Other Floors (East)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3, 4.
  • The stairs are located to the rear of reception, turning left after going through the security barriers.
  • The stairs are approximately 35m from the East entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (West)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3, 4.
  • The stairs are located to the right after the security barriers.
  • The stairs are approximately 10m from the West entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell on the second floor, on the third floor and on the fourth floor.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift (East)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the rear of reception, turning left after going through the security barriers.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, 3, 4.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the East entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 105cm x 140cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 has a hearing enhancement 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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Lift (West)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter through the second set of doors.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, 3, 4.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the West entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 135cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 5in).
• 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 has a hearing enhancement 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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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located on floors 1, 2, 3 and 4 on both East and West sides of the library.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located on the corridors of floors 1, 2, 3 and 4 on the West side and on floors 1, 3 and 4 on the East side of the library..

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Level Change (Accessible / Standard Toilets - Level 1 West)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located in front of the accessible and standard toilets on level 1.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (West - Level 1)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you pass the barriers at the West entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the West entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped 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 high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 180cm (4ft 11in x 5ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 65cm (2ft 2in).
  • 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 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 a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • 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 100cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (West - Level 3)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on floor 3 corridor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the floor 3 lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 180cm (4ft 11in x 5ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 65cm (2ft 2in).
  • 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 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 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 150cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is 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 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).
  • 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 95cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Level Change (Accessible / Standard Toilets - Level 1 East)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located just outside the accessible toilet and standard toilets on level 1.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (East - Level 1)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear of reception, left as you go through the security barriers.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the East entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped 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 high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 180cm (4ft 11in x 5ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 65cm (2ft 2in).
  • 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 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.
  • There is a push button alarm in the toilet.
  • 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 150cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (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 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).
  • 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 100cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (East - Level 4)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the level 4 corridor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the level 4 lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 180cm (4ft 11in x 5ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 65cm (2ft 2in).
  • 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 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 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 155cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is 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 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Standard Toilet(s) (East - Level 1)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on levels 1, 3, 4.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 3m from the lift.
  • 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.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

You are on Standard Toilet(s) (West - Level 1). Skip to the next section.

Standard Toilet(s) (West - Level 1)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the right after entering through the security barriers.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the West entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are low to moderate.