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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include lecture theatres, teaching and meeting rooms.
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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the campus.
• This venue is situated in the City Centre Campus.
• The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Dundee.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the building.
  • 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 3 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 330cm x 465cm (10ft 10in x 15ft 3in).
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 62m (67yd 2ft) from the rear entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 68m (74yd 1ft) from the rear 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.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Heathfield Car Park is also adjacent to the building via Hawkhill Road.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).

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• Second set of doors View
  • The automatic doors are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm (5ft 11in).

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Level Change (Rear Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is moderate.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 162cm (5ft 4in).

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• Comments View
  • There are manual doors to the right.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading up to the entrance.
• There is/are 7-15 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• 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).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift (Main Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left of the main entrance steps.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 104cm (3ft 5in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 95cm x 140cm (3ft 1in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 not 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.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 6m (6yd 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 high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• There is a touch screen.
• The touch screen is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

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• Comments View
  • There are alarm linked vibrating pagers available from reception for this building.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.

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• Comments View
  • There are height adjustable tables available in some rooms.

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Lecture Theatre(s) (Lecture Theatre 4)

• Directional and locational signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the lecture theatre(s).
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
• The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are push pad activated.
• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).
• The designated spaces for wheelchairs users are located at the front.
• There is level access to the designated seating from an entrance.
• There is space for an assistance dog.
• There is step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
• There is staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• The steps to the staggered seating do not have handrails.
• There is a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the lecture theatre(s).
• There is some fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).
• Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double 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 staircases throughout the building.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the lobby near the rear entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 136cm x 184cm (4ft 6in x 6ft).
• 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 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 bright.

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• Comments View
  • There is a larger lift available off the main corridor.

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Lecture Theatre(s) (Lecture Theatre 3 - First Floor)

• Directional and locational signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the lecture theatre(s).
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
• The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are push pad activated.
• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).
• The designated spaces for wheelchairs users are located at the front.
• There is level access to the designated seating from an entrance.
• There is space for an assistance dog.
• There is step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
• There is staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• The steps to the staggered seating do not have handrails.
• There is a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).
• There is some fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).
• Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located to the left as you enter.
  • The facility is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 116cm x 390cm (3ft 10in x 12ft 10in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 175cm (5ft 9in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers the changing bench and the toilet.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook.
  • The facility toilet is corner.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
• Accessible Shower View
  • Accessible shower facilities are not available.
• Comments View
  • The door is push pad operated to exit automatically.
  • There is an alternative swipe entry system available which may also be automatic.

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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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left hand side of the building.
  • Similar accessible toilets are located on all floors with some offering transfer space on the other side. The other difference is the dimensions are 146cm x 218cm.
  • 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 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 161cm x 390cm (5ft 3in x 12ft 10in).
  • 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 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • 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 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 102cm (3ft 4in).
  • 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 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 good.
  • 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.
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on all floors.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the building.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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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.