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Introduction

• Related link Owen Building.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/sheffield-hallam-university/access-guides/the-owen-building

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday 08:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday 08:00 - 16:00.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Sheffield.
• The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The venue is in a pedestrian area.
• The nearest mainline station is Sheffield.
• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the back of the venue.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 4 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 358cm x 458cm (11ft 9in x 15ft).
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the Owen Building main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 14m (15yd 11in) from the Owen Building main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is block paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • There is a strict Permit to Park policy on all campuses. First priority for permits is given to staff and students with disabilities. Pre-booked visitor parking is available in the Stoddart Building car park at City Campus.

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Outside Access (Owen Building Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The intercom is at a height of 150cm.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 154cm (5ft 1in).
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives direct access to Level 5 of the Owen Building.

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Level Change (Owen Building Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located immediately in front of and beyond the first set of doors.
• The ramp/slope is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• There are hearing loops located in some of the teaching rooms throughout the building. The rooms with loops are clearly signed.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.

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Level Change (Foyer)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up the ramp.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the left hand side of the foyer, just beyond Hallam Help.
• There is/are 4 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Other Floors (Foyer Stairs)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 5 and 6.
  • The stairs are located to the centre of the entrance foyer.
  • The stairs are approximately 19m from the Owen Building main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift (Main Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the foyer, ahead as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1725kg.
• The lift is approximately 24m (26yd 9in) from the Owen Building main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 99cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 203cm x 164cm (6ft 8in x 5ft 5in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift has a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby on all levels except Level 5.
  • There are 4 identical lifts in this location.
  • The lift controls are on a touchscreen in the lift lobbies (photograph 4).
  • After selecting the destination floor the screen displays which lift to use.
  • The height to the top of the touchscreen is 116cm.

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Outside Access (Chef Hallam - Central Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on Level 6 of the Owen Building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• Level access is via lift.
• There are no doors at this entrance.
• The width of the door opening is 600cm (19ft 8in).

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the refectory.
• The bar does serve food.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the Chef Hallam - Central entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 67cm (2ft 2in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The standard height for tables is 73cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are 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 food, lunch and snacks.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• The nearest accessible toilets are located on Level 6 of Owen Building.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• The nearest standard toilets are located on Level 6 of Owen Building.

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Additional Info

• Staff do not receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.