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Summary

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• Service View
  • This building is located just off Anderson Park.
• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; music rooms, recording studio, standard and adaptive toilets, and theatre.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located in the Box Office foyer.
  • Shared standard toilet facilities are located in the Box Office foyer.
  • Standard changing facilities are located at the rear of the building and accessed via the theatre.

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• Northern Regional College promotes an inclusive learning environment. Education Support is here to help you maximise your potential and to progress to the next stage of your career. We aim to provide an environment and curriculum which meets the needs of ALL our students. If you have a disability, long-term medical condition or learning difficulty you may be eligible for additional support while you study with us. The Education Support Team work with students with additional needs and who need some extra support. This may be: - Specific learning difficulties e.g. dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia - Autism - Sensory impairments - Physical disabilities - Students who have a medical condition - Mental health conditions.
• To see more information on Education Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Northern Regional College Library Services provide you with the information, resources and support you need to make the most of your time at the college. You may use the services available in any of our Study Centres.
• To see more information on Library Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0333 034 8197.
• Email: [email protected].

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • For more information on getting to Causeway Campus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • The nearest bus stops are located on the A2 Millburn Road.
    The northbound Rose Gardens stop is served by a number of bus routes.
  • For more information on bus services in Coleraine please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Coleraine.
  • For more information on Coleraine Station please click here (opens new tab).

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by staff, students and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located in front of the main accessible entrance.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 222cm x 480cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side and the rear.
  • The marked zone is 132cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff and students within approximately 200m.
  • The car park is located on Brook Street.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • There is not a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located at the front of the main accessible entrance.

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Approach (Via Anderson Park Main Building Exit)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac and concrete tiles.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has handrails on both sides.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
  • There is/are 8 clearly marked step(s), with handrails 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.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.

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Approach (via Circular Road)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac and concrete tiles.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has a handrail on the right going up.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 143cm (4ft 8in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
  • There is/are 4 unmarked step(s), with handrails 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 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 not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.

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Outside Access

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off Circular Road.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Northern Regional College'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 106cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 106cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 123cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Reception (Box Office)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left of the entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the 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 not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 88cm.
  • There is 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 74cm.
  • 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.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
• Security Barriers View
  • The box office reception is only staffed during performances.

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Getting Around (Ground Floor)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl and laminate.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage View
  • 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.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music in communal areas.
  • Music is played at times during classes and performances in the theatre.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Theatre Seating Area(s) (Performing Arts Studio)

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• Theatre Information View
  • The Theatre is situated towards the rear end of the building, straight along the far end of the corridor leading from the main entrance.
  • No performances are captioned.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available in the theatre(s).
  • No performances are signed.
  • No performances are audio described.
  • As this is a student theatre tickets are free for family and friends of the performing students.
• Access to Seating View
  • The information below describes access to the seating.
  • The theatre area is located straight along from the building entrance, and through the lift lobby.
  • There is step-free access to the theatre area.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • All doors accessing the area are similar.
  • The doors is/are not permanently held open before and after performances.
  • There is not a member of staff available for assistance at the doors before and after performances.
  • There is/are 6 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do not 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 level at the steps before and after performances is moderate to good.
  • The lighting level at the steps during performances is low to moderate.
  • The steps are not clearly illuminated during performances.
• Theatre Area Information View
  • The information below describes access to the staggered seating and surrounding floor space.
  • The type of flooring in the seating area is laminate.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is bench seating available.
  • The width of the rows of seating is 50cm.
  • The lighting level before and after performances is moderate to good.
  • The nearest accessible toilet is located in the box office foyer.
  • There is step free access to a row/rows of seating.
  • The row(s) with step free access is/are row(s) the front row.
  • The access to the majority of seating is located to one side of the seats (against wall).
  • There is stepped access to the majority of seating.
  • The lighting level at the steps before and after performances is moderate to good.
  • The lighting level at the steps during performances is low to moderate.
  • The steps are not clearly illuminated during performances.
• Designated Seating Area(s) View
  • There is not sufficient space for an assistance dog to rest next to you.

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Changing Area (Dressing Room)

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• Changing Area View
  • There is a/are changing area(s) available.
  • The changing area that was surveyed is located on the ground floor.
  • The changing area is approximately 30m from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the changing area.
  • The facilities available within the changing area include; standard changing rooms/cubicles.
  • This is a shared changing area.
  • Similar shared changing area(s) are available.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The type of flooring in the changing area is carpet.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the changing area.
  • There are no changing benches or seats within the changing area.
  • There are no lockers within the changing area.
  • There is not a water dispenser available.
  • The lighting levels in the changing area are good.
• Shower Facilities View
  • Shower facilities are not available.
• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilet facilities are not available.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are not available.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located off the Box Office area and at the rear of the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 2m from the entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, light, single doors to exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are ground floor and level 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 28cm.
  • 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 not a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Lift (Front)

• The lift is located straight ahead, though the doors in front of you as you enter the building, and on the left.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A team member does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are ground and 1st floor.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
• There are manual, light, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• 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 visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 101cm (3ft 4in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 148cm x 108cm (4ft 10in x 3ft 7in).
• There are not 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 not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• Internal controls are at a height of 86cm.
• 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 moderate to good.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.

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Lift (Rear)

• The lift is located towards the rear of the building.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 100m (109yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a platform 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 ground and level 1.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
• There are manual, light, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• 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 visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 109cm x 148cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 10in).
• There are not 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 not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• Internal lift controls are at a height of 85cm.
• 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 moderate to good.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
• There is only a lobby door on the ground floor.

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Getting Around (1st Floor)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music in communal areas.
  • Music is played sometimes during classes in the music rooms.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

• 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 enter the building, at the rear of the Box Office area.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the 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 signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 214cm x 220cm (7ft 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 148cm (4ft 10in).
  • 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 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 a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 148cm from the floor.
• 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 cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual 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 height of the toilet roll holder is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • 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 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 98cm.
  • 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 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located to the right of the box office desk.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • 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 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.