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COVID-19 Information

• The information in this section was taken in January 2021.
• Most University food outlets are now shut in line with government guidance.
• Opening times of areas are under constant review given the number of people on campus and government guidance.
• External queuing systems are located outside the Fresh Shop and Student Services.
• All buildings have entrances and exits via separate doors to assist with social distancing.
• Hand sanitising stations are at the entrance to all buildings and in each room used for study spaces.
• There is a limited number of people allowed inside.
• The number of people permitted in each room is signed on the door to that space.
• Clearly signed one way systems have been set up both internally and externally around the campus.
• There should be no more than one person in the lift at any time.
• Floor markings and wall signs have been installed to remind people to keep 2m apart.
• Protective screens have been installed across the university.
• Some urinals and cubicles in toilets have been closed to assist with social distancing.
• All showers are available, but the number of people permitted in them is indicated by a sign on the door.
• All staff, students and visitors are expected to wear face masks when inside buildings, unless they are in a single office.
• For more information about the measures in place for Covid-19 please click here (new tab) .

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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Faculty of Engineering and Design, ICT Data Centre.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University of Bath Main Campus is located in Claverton Down, on the east side of Bath.
  • There are 2 main car parks (East and West) for visitors and staff on the campus. Parking for students is extremely restricted. Students are able to apply for a permit to park on campus if they are a Blue Badge holder, live off campus and outside Bath, or if there are exceptional circumstances.
• By Bus View
  • First Bus Service U1 and U2, and Wessex Star Services U18, X18, 17, U10, 20A and 20C all stop and the University Bus Terminus on Campus.
• By Train View
  • The nearest railway station is Bath Spa, which is approximately 2 km from the campus. Bus Services U1, 17 and 18 can be used to access the campus from the station.
• Useful Links View
  • For more details on getting to the campus, please see the University How To Find Us webpage.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please see the Travelling By Bus webpage 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 Bath Spa station and trains to it.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01225 385 538.
• Email: [email protected]
• To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01225 385538.
• Email: [email protected]
• To see more information on Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01225 383019.
• Email: [email protected]
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01225 383111.
• Email: [email protected]

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Parking (Blue Badge and Permit Holders)

• Due to building works, F car park outside 4 East South has been permanently closed.
• The nearest alternative parking for permit holders and Blue Badge holders is in East car park.
• Please click here for more information (link opens in new tab).

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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 step free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Outside Access (Side Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • 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 160cm (5ft 3in).

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1-2-3-4-5-6.
  • The stairs are located to the left on entering.
  • The stairs are approximately 4m 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.
• Comments View
  • Floor 1 is the ground floor of this building.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left on entering.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1-2-3-4-5-6.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) 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 105cm x 210cm (3ft 5in 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 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

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is written text and Braille 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.
• 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 190cm x 230cm (6ft 3in x 7ft 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 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 disposal units.
  • There is a/are 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 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • 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 good.
  • 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 shared standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor just beyond the main entrance.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 12m from the main entrance.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.