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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Hair and Beauty, catering and College Kitchen, Student Services, Leisure and Tourism, Biology, Chemistry, Animal Management and Pharmacy labs, Early Years, general classrooms, cafeteria, and a Recharge Room quiet room/safe space.
• Support for students The College has a confidential support service for all disabled students and all students with a disability or have specific learning needs. All existing and prospective students are encouraged to come and meet the Learning Support team and have a tour of the campuses and discuss any specific support needs or reasonable adjustments in confidence. The email address for this support is [email protected] To email, please click here .
• Related link Lisburn Campus - Revive Hair and Beauty Salon.
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• Related link Lisburn Campus - The Linen Room.
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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Lisburn.
• The nearest mainline station is Lisburn.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking (Castle Street)

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• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 220cm x 500cm (7ft 2.61in x 16ft 4.85in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located on Castle Street.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 220cm x 500cm (7ft 2.61in x 16ft 4.85in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located Ca.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There is a multi-storey staff car park located to the rear of the campus off Wallace Avenue, giving access via Block 2. Please see the separate guide for Block 2 for more details.

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Parking (Staff Car Park)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located to the rear of the building off Wallace Avenue.
  • The car park type is multi storey.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders can be booked in advance.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 210cm (6ft 10.68in).
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • The designated bays are located on the ground level of the car park, at the rear. There is stepped access from the other levels of this car park.

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Parking (Wallace Avenue)

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Comments View
  • On street standard bays are available on Wallace Avenue, to the rear of the campus.
  • There is not a designated drop off point, however, vehicles can drop off outside the Block 2 main entrance if requested in advance.

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Main Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the building on Castle Street.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 215cm.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 174cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.

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Main Campus Reception

• The desk/counter is 37m (40yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Block 2 - Main Entrance

• This entrance is located at the rear of the building off Wycombe Avenue.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via a slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 218cm.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 217cm.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.

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Block 2 - Car Park Entrance

• This entrance is located at the side of Block 2 on the car park side.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via a very easy slope or ramp at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 187cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.

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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.
• The portable loop is located with Student Support Services.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the main reception,.
• The lighting levels are varied.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• There are push pad automatic doors throughout the building.
• There is a level access link to Blocks 2 and 3 on levels B and C.
• The RECHARGE quiet room /safe space is located on Level D. Access is restricted and entry may be obtained through Support Services opposite the Main Reception.

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Stairs 3

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are levels B-C-D.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • 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.
• Comments View
  • There are also stairs here which lead down to level A of Block 2 (shown in photograph 2).
  • Stairs 1 and 2, located off the side of the atrium, are similar. Stairs 1 access levels C - D only.

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Lift 1

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located between the 2 sets of doors at the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are levels B-C-D.
• The lift is approximately 6m (1.83m) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11.43in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 140cm (3ft 3.37in x 4ft 7.12in).
• There are 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 moderate to good.
• Lift 2 is located in the far left corner of the atrium as you enter. It is identical to this lift, except it does not have separate entry and exit doors.

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Lifts 3 and 4

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the reception area.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are levels A-B-C-D.
• The lift is approximately 46m (50yd 11in) 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 129cm x 150cm (4ft 3in x 4ft 11in).
• There are 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 medium.

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• Comments View
  • These lifts access levels A-B of Block 2, as well as levels B-C-D of Block 1.
  • They can also be used to access levels B and C of Block 3.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is tactile, Braille and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 43m (47yd 1in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right of the reception desk as you face it.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 183cm x 183cm (6ft x 6ft).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • 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 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There are identical accessible toilets on levels C and D, except with the transfer space on the right.
  • There is also an accessible toilet in the Management Area on level D, and in the accessible changing room on level C.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right of reception as you face it.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There are also toilets available on levels C and D.
  • These toilets contain cubicles with doors that open outwards and grab rails fitted, and lowered sinks.

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Accessible Changing Room

• There is not a Changing Places facility available.
• There is an/are accessible changing room(s) available.
• The accessible changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on level C, in the corner of the atrium by lift 2.
• The accessible changing room(s) is/are approximately 20m (50.8cm) from the lift 1.
• The dimensions of the accessible changing room(s) are 247cm x 248cm (8ft 1.24in x 8ft 1.64in).
• The fixtures/facilities available in the accessible changing room(s) include; handrails and a wheel in shower.
• Other fixtures/facilities available include; an accessible toilet and a functional alarm.
• There is level access to the accessible changing room(s).
• This facility has restricted access for people with additional needs. Access is by swipe card only. Please contact Learning Support on Level B.
• There is a similar facility in Block 2 in the Fitness Suite. Please see Block 2 surveying guide for details.

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Accessible Changing Room Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located in the accessible changing room.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Staff Changing Room

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on level C, in the corner of the atrium, by lift 2.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the lift 1.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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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 not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.