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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include teaching rooms, fitness suite, hair and beauty rooms, spa, library and meeting rooms.
• Related link Spa.
• Https://www.disabledgo.com/access-guide/university-college-birmingham/spa
• Related link Gym.
• Https://www.disabledgo.com/access-guide/university-college-birmingham/gym

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Richmond House is located on Newhall Road which can be accessed off of the A457 via Fleet Street. There are various ways to access the building through out the city.
  • The building does not have its own designated parking, however, there are standard on-street bays on the road in front of the building and public car parks within 300 meters of the building.
• By Bus View
  • The closest bus stop to the venue is located on Lionel Street. This bus stop only has 1 bus that serves it and isn't a very busy route. The bus that runs through here is bus 101.
• By Train View
  • The closest train station to this venue is Birmingham Snow Hill, which is located approximately 0.5 miles away, off of Queensway. This station is served by 2 main train companies, West Midlands Trains and Chiltern Railways.
• Useful Links View
  • National Rail Website.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Birmingham Council Travel Page.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Accessibility Statement please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected]
• To see more information on Disability Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected]

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Newhall Street.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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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 bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • 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 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The 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 180cm (5ft 11in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on the right going up the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp is 140cm (4ft 7in).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • There is / are 5 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are 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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Reception

• Main reception is located to the left as you enter the building.
• The desk is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The reception area is clearly 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 medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • There are security barriers at the reception.
  • The width of the barriers are 70cm.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There are 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 no directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located directly ahead as you enter the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are -1, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 210cm (3ft 7in x 6ft 11in).
• 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 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 medium.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
  • The stairs are located directly ahead as you enter the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 13m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • 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 both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the café.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift.
• The standard height for tables is 75cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is 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 meals and snacks.

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Lecture Theatre(s) (IT Suite 614)

• Directional and locational signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the lecture theatre(s).
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
• The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• There are not designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).
• There is space for an assistance dog.
• There is step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
• The height of the speaker's desk/table is 93cm.
• The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
• There is not staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• There is not fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the lecture theatre(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 73cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).
• Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are not even.

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Entrance (Library)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located directly ahead as you exit the lift on the fourth floor.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in).

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Reception (Library)

• Library reception is located to the right as you enter the library.
• The desk is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the library entrance.
• The reception area is clearly 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 counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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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 3-5 days to process an order.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A height adjustable chair is / are available.

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Standard Changing Room (Male Changing Room)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located at the end of the corridor on the third floor.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the lift.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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• Comments View
  • The female changing rooms are on the third and fourth floors.

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Accessible Toilet (Fifth Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right hand side of the corridor on the fifth floor.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 220cm (5ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
  • 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush 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 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 a/are open waste paper bin 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 not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (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 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).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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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Accessible Toilet (Changing Room)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located within the standard changing rooms.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a unisex toilet.
  • Female toilets are within their changing rooms.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 270cm x 170cm (8ft 10in x 5ft 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 200cm (6ft 7in).
  • 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 twist/turn.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a push button alarm in this cubicle.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (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 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).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 the ground floor, the first floor, the second floor, the third floor and the fourth floor.
  • There are female standard toilets facilities on the sixth floor.
  • There are male standard toilets facilities on the fifth floor.
• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A male standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the left hand side as you enter the building, next to the stairs.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 10m from the main entrance.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.