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Introduction

• University services in this building: Institute of Sport and Exercise www.dundee.ac.uk/ise/.
• Related link Sports Biomedicine.
• Http://www.disabledgo.info/Education/AccessGuide.asp?VenueID=225842&TownID=2246

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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 not have its own car park.
• There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• The name of the car park is Heathfield Car Park.

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• Public Car Parks. View
  • Car park website www.disabledgo.com.
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 360cm x 550cm (11ft x 18ft).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located at either side of the building.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 260cm x 550cm (8ft x 18ft).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located at either side of the building.
  • 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.
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The width of the door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in).

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• Comments View
  • The door is push pad operated. There is also a manual revolving door at this location.

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Level Change (Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the right as you face the entrance3.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Outside Access (Swimming Pool Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located toward the rear of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).

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• Comments View
  • The door has push pads to open.

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Reception

• The reception desk is 6m (6yd 22in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• Lighting levels are medium.
• The reception desk is high height.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use system.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played within the fitness suite.
• Lighting levels are medium.
• Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• There are steps to access this area / service.

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• Comments View
  • The ramp overcomes the steps.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the right hand side as you enter.
  • The fitness suite is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive some training in assisting disabled people.
  • Equipment suitable for mobility or sensory impaired users includes free weights.
  • A portable hearing loop is available for induction.
  • Staff are trained to use the portable hearing loop.
  • There is clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-M-1-2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting level is medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
• Other View
  • The services on the floors which are not accessible are a viewing balcony.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the lobby.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-M-1-2.
• The lift is 12m (13yd 4in) from main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 138cm (3ft x 4ft).
• 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 controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Lift (Swimming Pool)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the rear right of the building.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-LG.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is 12m (13yd 4in) from swimming pool entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 77cm (2ft).
• The dimensions of the lift are 75cm x 123cm (2ft x 4ft).
• 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 controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do not have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Level Change (Swimming Pool)

• There is not a ramp or slope to access this service.
• There are steps to access this area / service.
• There is a standard and / or platform lift to access this service.
• The lift does bypass the steps.

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Swimming Pool

• There is level access from the changing area to the swimming pool.
• There is not a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is not a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.
• There is a ladder type entrance into the water.
• There is a handrail on both sides of the ladder.

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Standard Changing Room (Swimming Pool)

• There are standard changing rooms available.
• The standard changing rooms are located to the rear of the swimming pool reception.
• The standard changing room is 24m (26yd 9in) from the swimming pool entrance.
• The standard changing room is 18m (19yd 2ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room is 6m (6yd 22in) from the swimming pool.
• There is level access to the standard changing rooms.

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• Comments View
  • There is an accessible chair with drop down rail and handrails available.

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Level Change (Swimming Pool Sauna Room)

• There is not a ramp or slope to access this service.
• There are steps to access this area / service.

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Accessible Shower (Swimming Pool)

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The showers are located in the changing rooms.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are Handrails and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 47cm (18in).
• Other facilities available are drop down rail, changing chair, accessible toilet.
• There is not level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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Level Change (Swimming Pool Changing Ramp)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• There are not steps to access this area / service.

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Accessible Toilet (Swimming Pool)

• 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.
  • The accessible toilet is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the platform lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the rear of the building opposite the changing rooms.
  • There is not level access to the accessible toilet.
• 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 245cm (5ft 5in x 8ft).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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.
  • The emergency 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 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).
  • 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 fair.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There are similar accessible toilet cubicles in the changing rooms.

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Accessible Toilet (Sports Hall)

• 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.
  • The accessible toilet is 21m (22yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located towards the rear of the building, next to the sports hall.
  • There is not level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards and outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 115cm x 260cm (3ft 9in x 8ft 6in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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.
  • The emergency alarm is not fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are 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 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 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink cannot 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 good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Level Change (Sports Hall Ramp)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• There are not steps to access this area / service.

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Accessible Toilet (First Floor)

• 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.
  • The accessible toilet is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • The accessible toilet is located on the right as you exit the lift.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards and outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door weight is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 118cm x 275cm (3ft 10in x 9ft).
  • 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 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 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 the right.
  • 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 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer can 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is 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 grab rails and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Accessible Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The showers are located within the adapted toilet on the first floor.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower are an adjustable shower head and a flip down seat.
• The height of the seat is 46cm (1ft 6in).
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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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 21m (22yd 3ft) from the main entrance.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Changing Room

• There are standard changing rooms available.
• The standard changing rooms are located towards the rear of the building.
• The standard changing room is 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.

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Standard Shower

• There are standard level access shower facilities available.
• The showers are located in the standard changing rooms.

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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.