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Introduction

• University services in this building: Disability Services, Student Funding Unit, Counselling Service, University Health Service, Occupational Health www.dundee.ac.uk/disabilityservices.
• Related link Route 1 - Dalhousie to Tower via Small's Wynd.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/university-of-dundee/access-guides/route-1-dalhousie-to-tower-via-small-s-wynd

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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 not 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 not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks. View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The car park is located outside the Old Medical School.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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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.

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• Second set of doors View
  • The automatic doors are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm (3ft 4in).
• Comments View
  • There is also a revolving door at this entrance.

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Level Change (Main 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 slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Outside Access (Side Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The width of the door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in).

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• Comments View
  • This door requires an authorised swipe card.
  • This entrance gives an alternative private access to Occupational Health and the University Health Service.

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Level Change (Side Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading down to the entrance from the right.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 94cm (3ft 1in).

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the back of the building.
• There is not 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 heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 132cm (4ft 4in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 128cm (4ft 2in).
• Comments View
  • This leads into the floor above and may be used to access counselling services by not using the lift.

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Level Change (Rear Entrance)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located leading up to and beyond the entrance.
• There is / are 15+ step(s) to the area / service.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • The 8 outdoor steps are clearly marked, as is the one in the first doorway.

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Reception (Disability Services Reception)

• The desk/counter is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Reception (Student Funding)

• The desk is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The reception desk is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk is generally staffed.

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• Comments View
  • The desk may be unstaffed for lunch from 13:00-14:00.

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Reception (Counselling Service)

• The desk is 29m (31yd 2ft) from the lift.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• This is by lift.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The reception desk is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk is generally staffed.

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Reception (Occupational Health)

• The desk is 11m (12yd 1in) from the lift.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• This is by lift.
• The lighting levels are medium.

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• Comments View
  • The bell to this door is 145cm high, although services are by appointment.

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Inside Access

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

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• Comments View
  • Push pads are installed on internal doors on basement and ground floors.

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Level Change (Rear Side Ramps)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located at the rear of the building leading to the lift.
• The ramp or slope is easy.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1-2-3-4.
• The lift is 45m (49yd 8in) 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 110cm x 230cm (3ft 7in x 7ft 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 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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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1-2-3-4.
  • 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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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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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 31m (33yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located towards the rear of the building on the right.
  • 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 122cm x 285cm (4ft x 9ft 4in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear 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 not a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted 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 are mirrors.
  • 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 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The toilet roll holder is 102cm (3ft 4in) high.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink 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 grab rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • The door into the toilet is push pad operated.
  • There are further accessible toilets on the floors above.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located towards the rear of the building.
  • The female and male toilets are 28m (30yd 1ft) 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.
• Staff are Text Relay aware.