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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 self-catered student accommodation in five blocks:- Acer Quad, Bay Quad, Chestnut Quad, Damson Quad and Ebony Quad.
• The Lime Tree Restaurant is located to the side of The Quads.
• Related link Lime Tree Restaurant.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/lime-tree-restaurant-c1fd6141-bb78-417a-b8e4-9acfffa5ada6

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Bath.
• The nearest National Rail station is Bath Spa.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located between Chestnut and Damson Quads.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be 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 490cm (11ft 6in x 16ft 1in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Damson Quad entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 22m (24yd 2in) from the Damson Quad 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 block 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.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The area containing the Blue Badge bays also contains 2 loading bays (shown in photograph 4), which could be used to drop off.

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Outside Access (Damson Quad Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the side of the Quad.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The width of the door opening is 109cm (3ft 7in).
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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• Comments View
  • The automatic door requires a key card to activate.
  • The intercom buttons are 110 -117cm high.
  • The entrances to the other Quads are similar, except the doors are 120cm (47in) wide.

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Level Change (Damson Quad Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is easy.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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• Comments View
  • There is similar access to all of the other Quads, although Acer and Bay Quads are also accessed by more moderate slopes (shown in photographs 2 and 3).

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• The lighting levels are medium.

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• Comments View
  • Each floor in each block has a lounge, containing a TV and seating (shown in photograph 2).
  • This is shared by all residents of that floor.

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Other Floors (Damson Quad)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
  • The stairs are located just inside the entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • 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.
  • There are similar stairs in all Quads.

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Lift (Damson Quad)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located just inside the Damson Quad entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the Damson Quad 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 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 not have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The controls are between 110cm (43in) - 137cm (54in) high.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • There are similar lifts in all other Quads.

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Accommodation

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 4 accessible accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • The room number viewed was D1.17.
  • The width of the door to the room is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 149cm x 368cm (4ft 11in x 12ft 1in).
  • The bed is 59cm (1ft 11in) high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 27cm (11in).
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • No emergency alarm is fitted in the room.
  • Other accessible facilities available in the bedroom are a lower rail in the wardrobe and a low desk (73 cm high).
  • Other accessible facilities available in the accommodation are a lowered (83cm) sink, hob and surface, plus an accessible oven, in the shared kitchen.
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The information relates to the ensuite.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 248cm x 234cm (8ft 2in x 7ft 8in).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • The door is locked by a (no lock).
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 in height.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 170cm (5ft 7in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet pan the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
• Bath and Shower View
  • There is not a bath.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is adjustable.
  • The type of shower controls used are twist/turn.
  • The shower seat is flip down.
  • The shower seat height is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There are handrails available.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible rooms View
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between external ensuite / bathroom door and wall is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is good.
  • The colour contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • Some of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • Available auxiliary aids include flashing alarms and vibrating pillows.
  • Flashing fire alarms are in rooms.
  • Vibrating fire alarms are in rooms.
  • The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • There is / are 2 accessible room(s) with a bath.
  • There is / are 2 accessible room(s) with a wheel in shower.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • There is level access to standard rooms on other floors.
• Comments View
  • Room C1.28 is similar to the room described above.
  • Rooms D5.01 and B4.12 have baths, 55cm high with showers above and twist turn controls. There are no handrails.
  • There are also no grab or drop down rails by the toilet, the floor space is slightly smaller and the wardrobe does not have a lowered rail.
  • The bathrooms in these rooms contain functional alarm cords.
  • The shared kitchens for these rooms do not have lowered surfaces.
  • The standard rooms all have ensuite shower rooms, accessed via steps.

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Accessible Toilet (Damson Quad Level 3)

• 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 pictorial, tactile and Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the Damson Quad lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left hand side as you enter level 3 from the lift and stairs.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 239cm x 267cm (7ft 10in x 8ft 9in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 183cm (6ft).
  • 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 female sanitary and 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.
  • 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 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • 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 good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • The cubicle also contains a bath, 55cm (22in) high with twist turn taps.
  • There is also a similar toilet / bathroom on level 3 of Ebony Quad.
  • There are toilets / bathrooms on levels 3, 4 and 5 of Chestnut Quad, which have the transfer space on the left and the baths have grab rails fitted.
  • They are also on levels 3 and 4 of Bay Quad, with the transfer space on the right and grab rails for the baths, and on levels 3 and 5 of Acer Quad, which have transfer spaces both sides and grab rails for the baths.
  • These bathrooms are for the use of all of the residence of each quad, giving them the option of having a bath instead of a shower.

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Outside Access (Launderette Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located between Acer and Bay Quads.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The width of the door opening is 105cm (3ft 5in).
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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• Comments View
  • The launderette contains an accessible washer and dryer.
  • The card top-up machine is 122cm- 133cm high.

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Level Change (Launderette Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is moderate.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 145cm (4ft 9in).

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• Comments View
  • There are also moderate slopes leading down to Acer and Bays Quad entrances (photographs 2 and 3).

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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 not generally on duty.
• This service can be requested.