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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include teaching rooms, moot court, meeting rooms, offices and a café.

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the DisabledGo access guide for Law Building 01.003 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the DisabledGo access guide for Law Building 02.002 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the DisabledGo access guide for Law Building 02.006 (Moot Court) please click here (new tab).
  • To view the DisabledGo access guide for Law Building 02.009 please click here (new tab).
  • To view the DisabledGo access guide for Law Building 03.004 please click here (new tab).
• Meeting Room(s) View
  • To view the DisabledGo access guide for Law Building 0G.009 please click here (new tab).

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • This venue is located on University Road and is easily accessible by car. There are many different ways to access this area of Belfast.
  • This building has parking available for staff and some students, but parking must be arranged with the university prior to your visit. There is a site campus car park nearby that visitors can park in.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop directly outside the building which is served by multiple bus routes. The busses that pass through this area are 8A, 8B, 8C, 8D, 13, 22, 24A, 93, 290, 522, 524 and 524A.
• By Train View
  • The closest train station to this building is Botanic Gardens which is a 0.4 mile walk away.
• Useful Links View
  • Belfast Bus Route Planner.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Belfast Train Journey Planner.
  • 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 Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 028 9097 5251.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Disability Services offers support in a wide range of issues, as well as offering help in obtaining the DSA (Disabled Students Allowance).
• To see more information on Asperger’s Social and Support Group at Queen’s please click here (opens new tab).
• The group meets at least once a month during term-time, usually in the Student Guidance Centre. It allows students to develop friendships, discuss any difficulties which they may experience at university and receive support both from their peers and the group facilitators (two Disability Officers). The group meets in a safe, secure environment where members feel comfortable and accepted. Group activities vary and depend on members’ interests, e.g. watching a film, visiting the Ulster Museum and the Linen Hall Library, going out for lunch, as well as workshops on healthy eating and stress management.
• To see more information on University Health Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 028 90 664634.
• Students are entitled to medical services at the University Health Centre.
• To see more information on Disability Research Network please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 028 9097 5117.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Disability Research Network is a new multi-disciplinary initiative aimed at enhancing collaboration between academics, policymakers, practitioners and community and voluntary sector organisations with an interest in disability studies and research. It provides a unique opportunity for members to share knowledge and disseminate the growing body of disability research being carried out in Northern Ireland, stimulate debate about disability issues and develop collaborative partnerships for future disability research and further development of disability policy and practice.

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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 and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located in front of and to the left hand side of the building.
  • 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 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are signposted but have no markings.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 390cm x 480cm (12ft 10in x 15ft 9in).
  • 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 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user.
  • The car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Botanic Gardens Car Park.
  • The car park is located off Botanic Gardens.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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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.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• Comments View
  • There is also a revolving door at the centre of this entrance.
  • The door is push and needs to be pushed.
  • The width of the doors is 135cm.

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Outside Access (Peter Froggatt Centre / Law Building Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building to the far left hand side.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 172cm (5ft 8in).
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives access to the Peter Froggatt Centre to the right and the Law Building straight ahead.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • 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 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 good 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.

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Entrance (Joining the Law Building and the Peter Froggatt Centre)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the right hand corner of the Law Building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • The width of the door opening is 800cm (26ft 3in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located within the corridor.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp or slope is permanent.
• Comments View
  • The two buildings join on the ground, first and second floors.
  • Photographs 1 & 2 shows the entrance on the ground floor.
  • Photograph 3 shows the entrance on the first floor.
  • Photograph 4 shows the entrance on the second floor.

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Other Floors (Peter Froggatt Centre / Law Building Shared Stairs)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, G, 1, 2 and 3.
  • The stairs are located to the far left hand end of the Peter Froggatt Centre.
  • The stairs are approximately 4m from the Peter Froggatt/Law Building entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Eating and Drinking (Junction)

• The following information is for the café.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 50cm (1ft 8in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 75cm (2ft 6in).
• The standard height for tables is 75cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are not available.
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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Other Floors (Main Law Building Stairs)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2 and 3.
  • The stairs are located directly ahead as you enter the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 10m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift (Main Tower Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in a corridor to the left of the corridor that's to the left as you enter, passing the cafe.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are B, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• The lift is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 160cm x 160cm (5ft 3in x 5ft 3in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Other Floors (Main Tower Stairs)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
  • The stairs are located in a corridor to the left of the corridor thats to the left as you enter, passing the cafe.
  • The stairs are approximately 19m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Reception (Law Reception)

• School of Law Reception is located on the first floor, to the left as you exit the lift lobby.
• The desk is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main tower lift.
• Clear signage for the reception area is visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right hand side of the corridor to the left as you enter, running past the cafe area.
  • There is an identical accessible toilet located opposite the lift lobby on floors 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 250cm (5ft 11in x 8ft 2in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 84cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Location of Standard Toilet(s) View
  • There are male standard toilets facilities on the ground floor, the third floor, the fifth floor and the seventh floor.
  • There are female standard toilets facilities on the ground floor, the second floor, the fourth floor and the sixth floor.
  • There are shared standard toilets facilities on the eighth floor and the ninth floor.
• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A male standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the right hand side of the corridor to the left as you enter, running past the cafe.
  • There is a female standard toilet in the same location.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 16m from the main entrance.
  • There is a/are cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the seat.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.