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Introduction

• Related link Blossomfield Campus Main Building.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/solihull-college-and-university-centre/access-guides/blossomfield-campus-main-building
• Related link C Block (Technology Centre).
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/solihull-college-and-university-centre/access-guides/c-block-west-midlands

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• Comments View
  • The library is located on the first floor of C Block.
  • It is accessible via the Main Reception Entrance.

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:30 - 20:30.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 20:30.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 20:30.
• Thursday 08:30 - 20:30.
• Friday 08:30 - 16:30.
• Saturday 09:30 - 13:00.

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Location

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

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is free for all users.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
• There is/are 15+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 500cm x 400cm (16ft 5in x 13ft 1in).

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 90m (98yd 1ft) from the Main Reception Entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 95m (103yd 2ft) from the Main Reception 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 uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile 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 a designated drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located to the front of the College Building.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • There is tactile paving on the dropped kerb.

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Outside Access (Main Reception 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 in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).

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• Second set of doors View
  • The automatic doors are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • There is a revolving door next to this entrance.

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Level Change (Main Reception Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading to the entrance.

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Outside Access (Refectory Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located ahead as you enter the Main Reception Entrance.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 166cm (5ft 5in).

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Outside Access (C Block Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the refectory.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
  • The stairs are located to the rear of C Block.
  • The stairs are approximately 33m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • 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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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located within the ground floor foyer of C Block.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the C Block entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 77cm (2ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 144cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 9in).
• 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 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 low.

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• Comments View
  • An access code is required to operate the lift, available from reception.

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Outside Access (Library Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on the first floor of C Block.
• There is level access into the venue.
• Level access is via lift.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 128cm (4ft 2in).

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the library entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• The system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are varied.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.

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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 not an ordering service.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard and height adjustable table is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include large screen monitors, screen magnifiers, read and write software.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are not available.

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  • The nearest accessible toilet is located on the first floor of C Block.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are not available.
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  • The nearest standard toilets are located on the first and second floors of C Block.

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Additional Info

• Staff do 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 generally on duty.
• Staff are trained to BSL level 3.
• Staff are Text Relay aware.

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  • There is Braille and Tactile signage throughout the college.
  • Documents including student policies and statements can be also be requested in symbol, on audio tapes and on computer disk.
  • There is a Braille Reader available for students on request.
  • There are 24 members of staff trained at BSL Level 1, 1 member of staff trained at level 2, and 1 member of staff trained at level 3.
  • Throughout the college there are computers which have visual software available.
  • There are fire alarm alerters for people with hearing impairments available at reception.
  • There is a mobile hoist with a hook and loop attachment available on request.
  • There is a Minicom number available: 0121 678 7005.