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Harry French Hall

Loughborough University, Ashby Road, Loughborough, LE11 3UN

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Overview

  • About View
    • Harry French Hall is located on Ashby Road.
    • It is made up of 10+ accommodation blocks.
    • The names of the accommodation blocks are letters of the alphabet.
    • There are 2 floors in all the accommodation blocks.
    • The accommodation block surveyed was Block A (Flat A0) which is the self-contained lower floor of Block A. There is no internal access between the lower and upper floors of Block A.
    • There are 393 bedrooms in Harry French Hall.
    • There are 6 rooms with adaptations.
    • Rooms with adaptations have standard shared bathrooms.
    • Rooms with adaptations have shared bathrooms with standard showers.
    • The communal facility types for this accommodation available include; a kitchen.
    • There is a communal laundry for all the blocks located to the right of S Block.
  • Parking and Public Transport View

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free and level.
  • The most accessible entrance surveyed was the only entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the lower floor of A Block (Flat A0).
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access throughout walkways.
  • Circulation View
    • There are no doors to open along circulation routes.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located along the lower A Block (Flat A0) corridor.
    • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located on the right as you enter the lower A Block (Flat A0).

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located off Ashby Road.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 227cm (width) x 485cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 35m from the lower A Block (Flat A0) entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Lower A Block Entrance (Flat A0)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the lower floor of A Block.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 116cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 118cm.

Bedroom with Adaptations (A0.01)

  • Bedroom Access View
    • The bedroom surveyed is located in lower A Block (Flat A0), on the left as you enter.
    • The distance from the lower A Block (Flat A0) entrance is 3m.
    • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
    • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
    • Entry to the room is by a key card reader.
    • The height of the key card reader is 109cm.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a double bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 56cm from the floor.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
    • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair without armrests.
    • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk.
    • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets.
    • There is a push button emergency alarm.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
    • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
    • Within the bedroom, there is a wash basin at a height of 85cm with twist/turn taps .

Communal Facilities

  • Kitchen View
    • The kitchen is located at the end of the lower A Block (Flat A0) corridor, on the right.
    • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 86cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • The work surface is 87cm from the floor.
    • A lowered work surface is not available.
    • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
    • The hob is 92cm from the floor.
    • A lowered hob is not available.
    • The oven is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The sink is 87cm from the floor.
    • A lowered sink is not available.
    • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
    • Seating available in the kitchen includes: sofas.
    • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • The sink and the hob have knee recesses below them.

Standard Shower Facilities

  • Access View
    • The standard shower facilities surveyed are located on the right as you enter the lower A Block (Flat A0).
    • The distance from the lower A Block (Flat A0) entrance is 3m.
    • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 86cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a 20cm step to access the shower cubicle.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
    • There is no shower seat.
    • There are no grab rails for the shower.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • There is also a mirror, a coat hook and an emergency alarm available.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located in lower A Block (Flat A0), on the right of the corridor.
    • The distance from the lower A Block (Flat A0) entrance is 7m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens by sliding and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 63cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 203cm (width) x 148cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a medium colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 96cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 85cm from the floor.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the right side of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is not a soap dispenser.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a long mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • The flush is at a height of 150cm.

Laundry Room

  • The laundry room is located to the right of S Block.
  • There is step-free level access into the laundry room.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Facilities within the laundry room include a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: a washing machine.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Seating is fixed.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Reception Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the reception building.
  • The approach to the entrance has a bollard.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is sloped and stepped access at the entrance.
  • The slope does not bypass the step.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is one step.
  • There are no handrails for the step.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step is 11cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 102cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 125cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.

Reception

  • Location View
    • The reception is located on the left of the reception entrance.
    • The distance from the reception entrance is 8m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the reception has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access to the reception.
    • The height of the reception desk is 79cm.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • Seating available in this area includes: sofas.