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Introduction

• The Student Union Bar is located on levels 1 and 2 of the Student Union and can also be accessed from the level 2 of the Atrium. Please see the separate guide for The Atrium - Levels 1 and 2 for details of access to this area.
• Related link Atrium - Levels 1 and 2.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/en/access-guide/atrium---levels-1-and-2
• Related link Car Park 1 - Student Car Park.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/access-guide/university-of-derby/car-park-1---student-car-park
• Related link Car Park 3 - Staff Car Park.
• Http://www.disabledgo.com/access-guide/university-of-derby/car-park-3---staff-car-park

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
• This venue is situated in Derby.
• The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest National Rail station is Derby.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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  • There are separate car parks for Staff, Students and Visitors located on the Kedleston Road Campus.
  • Please see the separate guides for each car park for details.

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Outside Access (Student Union Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the far left of the main building, in the Blue Badge car park.
• There is not 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 176cm (5ft 9in).

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  • The height of the push pads is 70cm both internally and externally.

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Level Change (Student Union 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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Outside Access (Atrium Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on level 2 of the atrium.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 165cm (5ft 5in).

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Outside Access (Bar Accessible Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on level 2 of the Atrium, off the Food Court.
• 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 85cm (2ft 9in).

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Level Change (Bar Accessible Entrance)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located immediately beyond the entrance.
• There is/are 9 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift (Bar Accessible Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the stairs just inside the entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the bar accessible entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 92cm x 181cm (3ft x 5ft 11in).
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not 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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  • A key is required to operate this lift.
  • The key is available from a porter or a member of the bar staff.

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Lift (Student Union Area)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter the Student Union entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 0-1-2-3.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) 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 109cm x 143cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 8in).
• There are 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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  • There is a moderate ramp directly in front of the lift on the ground floor as shown in photo 2.
  • The lift also gives access to Blends Coffee House located on level 2.

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Other Floors (Student Union Area)

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  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2-3.
  • There are 15+ steps between 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.

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Entrance (Academy Kitchen & Bar Entrance)

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  • This information is for the entrance located on level 1 of the Student Union building.
  • There is step free access 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 196cm (6ft 5in).

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Entrance (Upper Bar Entrance)

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  • This information is for the entrance located on level 2 of the Student Union building, to the left of the lift.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) by sliding.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 155cm (5ft 1in).
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  • There are 2 similar sets of doors on this level.

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Inside Access

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

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  • Access to the stage is via 8 clearly marked medium steps with handrails on both sides or the stage lift.
  • There is an outdoor terrace area with benches and chairs.
  • Access to the outdoor terrace is level via 2 sets of double width doors which open away from you (push), 150cm in width.

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Eating and Drinking

• The following information is for the bar.
• The bar does serve food.
• Full table service is not available.
• Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
• Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the academy kitchen & bar entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 73cm (2ft 5in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The standard height for tables is 73cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
• Plastic / takeaway cutlery is not available.
• Drinking straws are available.

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Level Change (Stage)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to either side of the stage.
• There is/are 8 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are adjustable.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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  • The handrails are wall mounted on either side.

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Lift (Stage)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left of the stage as you face it.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the bar accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The lift door is manual, heavy and opens outwards.
• The dimensions of the lift are 82cm x 135cm (2ft 8in x 4ft 5in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not 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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  • This lift is used to bypass the steps to the stage.

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Other Floors (Access to Upper Bar)

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  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1-2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
  • There is not a landing.
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  • The stairs lead to the upper bar area within the Student Union Bar.
  • The stairs are spiral.
  • The upper bar area is located on level 2 of the Student Union building and can be accessed via the Student Union Area lift and the Upper Bar entrance.

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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 for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the student union entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right of the student union area, towards the atrium, on the ground floor.
  • 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 198cm x 148cm (6ft 6in x 4ft 10in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 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 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 female sanitary, non-infectious waste 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 not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • 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 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • 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 75cm (2ft 6in).
• 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 poor.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
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  • There are baby changing facilities within the accessible toilet cubicle.
  • The height of the baby change when extended is 88cm.

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Accessible Toilet (Level 1)

• 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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you exit the lift on level 1.
  • 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 outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 283cm x 150cm (9ft 3in x 4ft 11in).
  • 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 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • 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 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 not 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 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • 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 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 medium.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the right of the student union area, towards the atrium.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the student union entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located towards the rear right of the student union area.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the student union entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located on level 1 of the student union area, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.