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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the Café, Library, Teaching Rooms, Group Study Rooms and IT Services.
• The David Bates list is located to the rear left of the Building. This lift is the main access route into the David Bates Building which is situated directly above it on the first and second floors.
• Related link David Bates Building.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/queen-s-university-belfast/access-guides/david-bates-building

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for McClay Library Training Room please click here (new tab)

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The main campus area is located to the south of Belfast City Centre.
  • Parking for the main university area can be found off Botanic Avenue and is situated next to the McClay Library and to the rear of the Administration Building. This car park is for permit holders only.
    There are car parking spaces available for Blue Badge holders (free of charge), however previous approval from QUB Estates is required.
• By Bus View
  • There are bus stops located near the Main University Area on University Road which serve routes 8a, 8b, 8c, 8d, 13, 22a, 93, 209, 238, 251u, 261, 273, 522, 524, 524a.
    There is also one on College Green which serves routes 7a, 7b, 7c, 7d, 29, 29c, 652.
    A pedestrian crossing with traffic lights is present in the area for safe crossing. An additional crossing with sound alert and braille signs is present on College Green.
• By Train View
  • Botanic Train Station is located just to the north (approximately 0.4 miles) from the Main University Area.
• Useful Links View
  • For more information about getting to the university, please see the Getting Here page on the university website.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please see the Translink website for details on public transport in Northern Ireland.
  • 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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Site/Campus Car Park (Botanic Gardens Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located on Botanic Gardens.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Administration Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 6 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 390cm x 430cm (12ft 10in x 14ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by staff, visitors and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Administration Building.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Administration Building.
  • The nearest designated bay is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the Library Building.
• Comments View
  • Taxis are permitted to enter the car park for drop-off only.

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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 ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection 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.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
• 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.

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Outside Access (HOPE Café)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front left of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 122cm (4ft).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Comments View
  • There is internal access into the café via a door that opens towards you and has a width of 85cm. This can be seen in photograph 3.

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Reception (Library Reception)

• The Library Reception is located in front of you on entrance.
• The desk is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main 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 good.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are not trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 11/07/2022.
• The hearing assistance system was not working at the time of testing.

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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/are 3 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the rear computer area on the ground floor.
  • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • There is a slight ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to the rear computer area on the ground floor.
  • 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 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 a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • Hearing loops are located at the main reception, borrowers desk and enquiries desks.

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Eating and Drinking (HOPE Café)

• 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.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 70cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 98cm (3ft 3in).
• The standard height for tables is 70cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• 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 snacks and light lunches.

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Reception (Information Desk)

• The Information Desk is located to the rear of the library on the ground floor.
• The desk is 35m (38yd 10in) from the main 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 good.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is not signed.
• There is a touch screen.

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• Comments View
  • There is a fine payment touchscreen with heights up to 105cm (photograph 3).
  • There is a self service borrowing machine on the desk with the top of the machine at a height of 170cm (photograph 4).
  • There are book return machines to the left of the counter with the height of the top of the screen 146cm from the floor (photograph 5).

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Reception (IT Service Desk)

• The IT Service Desk is located to the rear right of the library.
• The desk is 60m (65yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Clear signage for the reception area is not visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are good.
• 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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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 2 days to process an order.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard, height adjustable table and height adjustable chair is / are available.

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• Comments View
  • The gap between many shelves in the library is 90cm.
  • There are desks which are designated as priority seating for students with mobility impairments.
  • Towards the rear of the ground floor is the Short Term Loans section to access which there are barriers with a width of 104cm. The barriers can be seen in photograph 1.
  • There are laptops available to borrow from Laptop Lockers with the height of the shelves ranging from 40cm to 170cm.
  • The software available on the library computers is ZoomText, Read and Write Gold, Mindview and JAWS.
  • Dragon Software is available in group study rooms on the ground floor.
  • Additional accessible equipment available in the library includes a Zoom-ex Scanner, a Desktop CCTV text magnifier, a high visibility keyboard, safety steps with handrails and an accessible self-issue terminal.
  • A large selection of ebooks are available from the library.
  • Additional library support can be arranged via the Disability Support Office.
  • This support may include one to one orientation tours of the Library and catalogue sessions, increased loan periods on 1 and 2 Night Loan items, assistance with renewals and reservations, book fetching service, priority seating at one desk by the atrium on each floor of the McClay Library.
  • For more information on the assistive technology available please click here.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2 and 3.
  • The stairs are located to the rear of the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 20m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • The steps are not 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.
  • There are alternate sets of stairs located around the building as can be seen in photographs 3 and 4.

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Lift (Main Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in front of you on entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2 and 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 190cm x 130cm (6ft 3in x 4ft 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 not have 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 good.

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• Comments View
  • There is a grab rail to the rear of the mirror to aid with balance.

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Lift (David Bates)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the rear left ground floor Computer area of the McClay Library.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are GF (Library), GR (Library), 1F (David Bates), 1R (Library), 2F (David Bates), 2R (Library).
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 900kg.
• The lift is approximately 65m (71yd 3in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 150cm (4ft 7in x 4ft 11in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not 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 good.

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• Comments View
  • The lift provides the main route into the David Bates Building. It can be used to access both the David Bates Building and the McClay Library Staff Areas on other floors.

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Reception (Enquiries)

• Enquiries Reception is located to the rear of the library.
• The desk is 12m (13yd 4in) from the lift.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the lift.
• There is step free access to this reception area, via lift.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are good.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is a touch screen.

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• Comments View
  • The touchscreen heights are between 122cm and 140cm.
  • There are similar desks in the same location on the second and third floors which can be seen in photographs 2 and 3.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Changing Places facilities are located within the Student Individual Study Space on the ground floor.
• Accessible toilet facilities are located within the Student Individual Study Space on the ground floor as well as near to the main library lift on the ground, first, second and third floors. There are also additional staff accessible toilets in the staff areas of the first and second floors.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located on all floors..

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Right Hand Transfer - Student Individual Study Space)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located within the Student Individual Study Space on the ground floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the HOPE Café Entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 220cm x 225cm (7ft 3in x 7ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 150cm (4ft 11in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • 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 sanitary 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.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 79cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 good.
  • 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 85cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer requires hands to be inserted into the top.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Right Hand Transfer - Main Library Area)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located in the foyer area of the library on the ground floor next to the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 24m (26yd 9in) 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 and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 218cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 115cm 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 shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • 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 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (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 poor.
  • 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 height of the hand dryer is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Rear Left Ground Floor Computer Area)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This accessible toilet is located just before the level change leading to the rear computer area.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) 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 and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 195cm x 280cm (6ft 5in x 9ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • 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 sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 colour contrast is good.
  • 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 92cm (3ft).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (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 good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
• Comments View
  • There are push pad automatic doors to access the toilet area which can be seen in photograph 6.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Staff Area)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor in the rear staff area to the left of the building.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the David Bates 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 written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 225cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 112cm 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.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • 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 92cm (3ft).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • 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 97cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar accessible toilet located directly above this one in the same location on the second floor. This can be seen in photographs 5, 6, 7 and 8.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located in front of you on entrance next to the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m from the entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There is a/are horizontal wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The male standard toilets can be seen in photographs 1 and 2. In the female toilet area there are two ambulant toilets which can be seen in photographs 3 and 4 which have handrails in different positions.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located within the Student Individual Study Space on the ground floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 30m from the HOPE Café Entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The height of the lowered wash basin is 74cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The male toilets can be seen in photographs 5, 6 and 7. There is a lowered Urinal in the male toilet area with grab rails on either side. which can be seen in photograph 6. The female toilets can be seen in photographs 8 and 9. The ambulant cubicle in the female toilet area has a horizontal grab rail on the left and a vertical grab rail on the right as shown in photograph 8.