Access Guide
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include The Business School, Information Technology Services, The School of Social Sciences, Molecular and Cell Biology and Biomedical Sciences.
Location
- The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
- This venue is situated in Aberdeen.
- The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
- The nearest mainline station is Aberdeen.
Parking
- The venue does have its own car park.
- Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- There is/are 1 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 550cm x 450cm (18ft 1in x 14ft 9in).
- The nearest Blue Badge bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the Annexe entrance.
- The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- 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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- There are several additional designated bays available in the car park off Dunbar Street and 1 bay at the rear of the building.
Outside Access (Block C - Accessible Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located leading between the blocks at the rear ground floor.
- 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
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- There is a similar entrance to block B opposite this entrance.
Outside Access (Rear Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located at the rear side of the building.
- There is not level access into the venue.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is / are single.
- The door(s) is / are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 95cm (3ft 1in).
Level Change (Rear Entrance)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located leading to the entrance from the car park.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
Outside Access (Main Entrance (Block A))
- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- There is not level access into the venue.
- Main Entrance (Block A)
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in).
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Second set of doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 162cm (5ft 4in).
Level Change (Main Entrance (Block A))
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located leading up to the entrance.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 200cm (6ft 7in).
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- The automatic doors open towards you.
- The second set of doors are push pad operated.
Outside Access (Block C Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, to the left.
- There is not level access into the venue.
- Block C 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 134cm (4ft 5in).
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Second set of doors
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- 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.
Level Change (Block C Entrance)
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located leading down to the entrance.
- There is/are 8 step(s) to the area/service.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
Reception (IT Services)
- The desk/counter is 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
- There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The lighting levels are bright.
- The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
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- This desk is located next to the Block A entrance.
- There are computer classrooms available which include some computers with enhanced software, large screens etc.
- There are 3 assistive technology booths which contain computers with enhanced hardware and software and give additional provision for disabled students.
- Photograph 3 sshows one of the booths.
Reception (Social Sciences Office)
- The desk/counter is 100m (109yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
- The lighting levels are bright.
- The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
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- The Social Sciences Office Reception is located on the first floor of Block C, and is open 09.00 - 16.30 Monday - Friday.
Reception (Business School)
- The desk/counter is 150m (164yd 2in) from the main 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).
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
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- The Business School Reception is located on the second floor of Block C, and is open 09.00 - 16.00 Monday - Friday.
Inside Access
- There is not level access to the service(s).
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- This venue does not play background music.
- The lighting levels are bright.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
Level Change (Inside Access)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
- The ramp/slope is located leading from Block A to Block B on the 2nd floor.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
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- The ramp has handrails a both sides.
- There is also a moderate ramp, 100 cm wide with handrails on both sides, or 4 medium, well marked steps with handrails, leading up from Block C to the Annexe on the first floor, shown in the photograph.
Other Floors
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G, 1 and 2.
- 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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- There are several sets of similar stairs throughout the blocks.
Lift (Block A)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to the left of the entrance as you enter.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1 and 2.
- The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The dimensions of the lift are 95cm x 130cm (3ft 1in x 4ft 3in).
- 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 lighting level in the lift is bright.
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- There is a lift which can be used for fire-evacuation. Please call 01224 272 063 for more information.
Lift (Block C)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located towards the rear left of the building.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 and 2.
- The lift is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The dimensions of the lift are 94cm x 139cm (3ft 1in x 4ft 7in).
- 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 have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting level in the lift is bright.
Toilet with Adaptations (Block A)
- There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is pictorial and tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
- The accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a unisex toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 89cm (2ft 11in).
- The door is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 216cm x 222cm (7ft 1in 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 both sides.
- The lateral transfer space is 66cm (2ft 2in).
- 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 non-infectious waste and open waste paper bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 6in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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 good.
- There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are bright.
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- There is 110cm transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
Toilet with Adaptations (Block C)
- There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located next to the Block B main entrance.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a unisex 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 91cm (2ft 12in).
- The door is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 159cm x 340cm (5ft 3in x 11ft 2in).
- 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
- 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 not available in the cubicle.
- There is a/are non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
- 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 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 75cm (2ft 6in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
- 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 bright.
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Comments
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- There is also a standard male toilet next to the stairs on the second floor.
- Standard toilets are also located next to the stairs in Block B.
- Female toilets are located on the ground and second floors.
- Male toilets are on the first floor.
Toilet with Adaptations (Annexe)
- There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located on the right of the main corridor from Block D.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a unisex toilet.
- 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 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The door is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 147cm x 198cm (4ft 10in x 6ft 6in).
- There is not 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 right.
- The lateral transfer space is 69cm (2ft 3in).
- 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 fully functional.
- 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).
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
- There is not a hand dryer.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the towel dispenser is 130cm (4ft 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 77cm (2ft 6in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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 contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are bright.
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Comments
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- The details here are for the toilet on the ground floor. There are identical toilets on the first floor.
Standard Toilet(s) (Annexe)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the right of the main corridor from Block D.
- The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the right of the main corridor from Block D.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the accessible entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Comments
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- The details here are for the toilet on the ground floor. There are identical toilets on the first floor.
Standard Toilet(s) (Block C)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the first floor, next to the stairs.
- The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 60m (65yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located next to the Block B Main Entrance.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 33m (36yd 3in) from the accessible entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Comments
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- There is also a standard male toilet next to the stairs on the second floor.
- Standard toilets are also located next to the stairs in Block B.
- Female toilets are located on the ground and second floors.
- Male toilets are on the first floor.
Standard Toilet(s) (Block A)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female Toilet(s)
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- The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the entrance as you enter.
- The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the accessible entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Access to Standard Male Toilet(s)
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- The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the entrance as you enter.
- The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Comments
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- There are also standard toilets available on the lower ground floor, next to the lift.
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 generally on duty.
- This service can be requested.
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- Then is a terminal in room G83 which has a large screen and mouse, and has enhanced software loaded.
- It must be booked in advance, but people with disabilities are given priority access.
- The photograph shows one of the Refuge Points with call points, which are located by all staircases on all floors.