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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include library services.

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Opening Times

• The venue is open 24hrs.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • From the M6 motorway, take exit 16 following the signs for the A500/A52 City centre.
    Turn left onto Stoke Road /A5006, then right onto Avenue Road.
    At the next roundabout take the first exit onto College Road.
  • There is limited parking on College Road and further parking on Leek Road 5 minutes away. Permits are needed to park at these sites.
• By Bus View
  • There are bus stops on College Road that stop outside the front of the Beacon Building. Bus links are 21a, 25, 6 and 6a.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Stoke-on-Trent on Station Road, which is less than 500 metres away.
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on getting to the campus, please see the How To Find Us page on the University website.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please see the Traveline West Midlands website for more information on buses to the campus.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please see the National Rail Enquiries website for more information on trains to Stoke on Trent, and station information.
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Useful Information

• To see more information on AccessAbility Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01782 294 977.
• Email: [email protected].
• AccessAbility Services support includes assistance with applications for Disabled Students' Allowance, provision of training in Enabling Technology, providing BSL/English Interpreters and Language Support, and producing transcription on materials into accessible formats.
• To see more information on Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01782 294 400.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01782 294 400.
• Email: [email protected].

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Site/Campus Car Park

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located on College Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Mellor and the Beacon 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 and signposted.
  • There is/are 10+ designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 300cm x 500cm (9ft 10in x 16ft 5in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for all except permit and Blue Badge holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point in this car park.
  • There is not a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
• Car Park Access View
  • The nearest designated bay is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Beacon Building entrance.

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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 or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
  • The width of the door opening is 154cm (5ft 1in).
• 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 120cm (3ft 11in).
• 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 or slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • There is / are 6 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

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Entrance (Library Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located leading into the library.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • There are two sets of security barriers at this entrance.
  • The first barriers have an opening width of 97cm. The second set of barriers as shown in photograph 3 only have an access width of 62cm.
  • This can be overcome by entering the library via the platform lift located just past the library counter.

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Reception (Main Reception)

• Library Counter is located to the left on entering the library.
• The desk is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the library entrance.
• 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 bright.
• 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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Lift (Access to Library)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located past the library counter on the right.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and LG.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 500kg.
• The lift is approximately 38m (41yd 1ft) from the library entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• The lift door is manual, heavy and opens outwards.
• The dimensions of the lift are 120cm x 145cm (3ft 11in x 4ft 9in).
• 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop 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 bright.

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• Comments View
  • This lift leads into the main library.

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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 8 clearly marked step(s), with a handrail on the left going up, for access to the Blackstone Building.
  • The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
  • There is a steep ramp, with a handrail on the left going up, for access to the Blackstone building.
  • The width of the ramp is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
  • Photographs 3 and 4 show the level change into the Blackstone Building on the ground floor.
  • There is/are 5 clearly marked step(s), with a handrail on the right going up, for access to the Blackstone Building on the first floor.
  • The step(s) is/are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • There is a platform lift which overcomes the steps.
  • Photograph 5 shows the level change into the Blackstone Building on the first floor.
  • There are not 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 includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Comments View
  • Photograph 7 shows the patterned floor that is located on entry to the library.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 28 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 library has a variety of computers and seating areas, the areas are colour coded by a traffic light system of noise.
  • There is a silent study room on the first floor and a quiet space on the second floor.

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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 in the centre of the building on the right.
  • The stairs are approximately 46m from the library entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell on the ground floor.
  • 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 the right going up.
  • There is a landing.
  • There is a similar set of the stairs at the far end of the building.

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Lift (Main Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the centre of the library on the right.
• 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 weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 36m (39yd 1ft) from the platform lift at the library entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 93cm (3ft 1in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 107cm x 150cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 11in).
• 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 medium.

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Lift (Access into Blackstone Building)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the first floor.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1 and 2.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby on the first floor.
• The weight limit for the lift is 225kg.
• The lift is approximately 33m (36yd 3in) from the main lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 80cm x 100cm (2ft 7in x 3ft 3in).
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop 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 bright.

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Accessible Toilet

• 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 written text, pictorial and Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 46m (50yd 11in) from the platform lift at the library entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the far right of the library entrance.
  • 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 inwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 200cm (5ft 3in x 6ft 7in).
  • 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 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • 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.
  • 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 and general domestic waste 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • 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 93cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour 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 poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Location of Standard Toilet(s) View
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on all floors.
• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A female standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located at the far end of the building.
  • There is a male 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 46m from the library entrance.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.
• Comments View
  • The toilet was out of order at the time of visit.