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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include learning services.
• Related link Washington Campus.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/sunderland-college/access-guides/washington-campus

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• Comments View
  • The Learning Resource Centre is located on the ground floor and first floor of this building.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Washington.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Heworth.
• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest underground station is Pallion.

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:30 - 18:00.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 18:00.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 18:00.
• Thursday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Friday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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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 10 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 350cm x 600cm (11ft 6in x 19ft 8in).

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Designated parking bays are not clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 60m (65yd 1ft) from the 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 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 not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 170cm (5ft 7in).

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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 150cm (4ft 11in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

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

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Outside Access (Learning Resource Centre Entrance Ground Floor)

• This information is for the entrance located to the right on the ground floor of the main building.
• 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 heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 152cm (4ft 12in).

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  • There is a security barrier directly after the doors as you enter.
  • It is 89cm wide.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1 and 2.
  • The stairs are located ahead through the double doors as you enter the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 19m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • 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.
  • The details here are for the main stairs, located opposite the main entrance. There is an identical staircase at the far end of the building.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located opposite the main reception.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 and 2.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
• 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 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 159cm x 140cm (5ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not 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 does not have a hearing enhancement 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 bright.

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Reception (Main Entrance)

• The desk/counter is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• The hearing loop is located on the reception desk.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at 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 an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 5-6 days to process an order.
• 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.

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• Comments View
  • Accessible software, auxiliary aids and equipment for people with visual impairments are available upon request.

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Other Floors

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  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • The stairs are located at the rear.
  • The stairs are approximately 14m from the entrance.
  • 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.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead as you enter the ground floor entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400 kg.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The lift door is manual, heavy and opens outwards.
• The dimensions of the lift are 98cm x 149cm (3ft 3in 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement 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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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.
• The venue part of any local or national disability are initiatives.
• Mindful Employer 01392 208833 http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ Action For Blind People 0800 915 4666 http://www.actionforblindpeople.org.uk RNIB 0845 766 9999 http://www.rnib.org.uk MIND 0845 766 0163 http://www.mind.org.uk/ SKILL : National Bureau for Students with Disabilities 0800 328 5050 http://www.skill.org.uk/.