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Kavli Institute for Cosmology (Research Institute)

University of Cambridge, Madingley Rise , Cambridge, CB3 0HA

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Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free with some uneven surfaces.
  • There are 5 entrances into the building providing step-free level access to levels 2, 3 and 4, and ramped access to Level 1.
    All entrances have key card released manual doors.
  • The most accessible (main) entrance is signed KAVLI INSTITUTE FOR COSMOLOGY.
  • The main entrance provides step-free level access to Level 2.
  • There is a side entrance to the left of the building under the link bridge with Battcock building which also provides step-free level access to Level 2.
    There is a side entrance with stepped access en route to the right side of the building under the link bridge with Hoyle building which provides ramped access to Level 1.
    There is an internal link bridge with the Hoyle building providing step-free level access to Level 3.
    There is an internal link bridge with the Battcock building providing step-free level access to level 4.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free access throughout the building on all levels.
  • Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are carpet tiles.
  • There are numerous resting areas on levels 1, 2, and 3.
  • There is no wayfinding signage within the building.
  • There are not manual doors in any circulation corridors, only to access stairwells.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located on Level 2, on the right after the main entrance.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are located on Level 4, next to the link bridge with the Battcock building.
    • The shared toilet facilities are located on Level 1, straight after the side entrance under the link bridge with Hoyle Building; on Level 3, next to the link bridge to the Hoyle building; and on Level 4, next to the link bridge with the Battcock building.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations on Level 2.

Entrance (Main)

  • This entrance is located to the right of the building.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 110cm.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 130cm.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 79cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 98cm.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors .
  • The second set of doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 174cm.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located straight ahead after the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • Levels 1 through 4 are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 90cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 106cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a hearing assistance alarm system and a visual floor indicator.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located straight ahead from the main entrance.
  • Levels 1 through 4 can be accessed by these stairs.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are 14 steps between Level 2 and Level 3.
    There are 7 steps each between Levels 1 and 2, and Levels 3 and 4.
    There is a second set of stairs to the left of the building.

Toilet with Adaptations (Level 2 - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the right after the main entrance.
    • The distance from the main entrance is 3m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 152cm (width) x 286cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 51cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 106cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 68cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 150cm from the floor.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 93cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.