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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the Bedellus Office for janitorial support including customer support to all staff, students and visitors, management of internal and external mail, set-up of class rooms, lecture theatres and exam halls, support and assistance at functions e.g. (graduations, weddings, chapel services), teaching rooms 132 and 134.
• This venue is located on level 1 to the left as you enter via the North Front Left entrance. The alternative accessible entrance is via the Thomson Building.
• University Gift Shop and Visitor Centre link (new tab) - click here.
• Thomson Building link (new tab) - click here.

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Room 132 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Room 134 please click here (new tab)

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Getting Here (Gilmorehill Campus)

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• By Road View
  • The University of Glasgow Gilmorehill Campus is located to the west of Glasgow city centre.
    From Carlisle, Newcastle and the south, exit M74 on to the M73, joining the M8 at the Old Monkland junction.
    M8 exits for the University are J18 if travelling from the south, Edinburgh and the north and J19 if coming from Glasgow Airport and the west.
    Other main routes serving the University include Great Western Road (A82, north of campus), Clydeside Expressway (A814, south) and Byres Road (B808, west).
  • Car parking at the University Campuses is limited and a Vehicle Management and Enforcement Scheme is in operation.
    There is limited pay and display on street parking across the campus and a long stay pay and display public car park in Lilybank Gardens.
    There are designated bays for disabled staff, students and visitors across the campus car parks. Please see University of Glasgow parking notes for further details.
• By Bus View
  • Buchanan bus station is the main bus terminus in Glasgow for inter city coach services.
    First Group buses Simplicity services 4 and 4A , bus routes 15 and 370 and Stagecoach bus services X25, X25A, X76 and X77 all stop on University Avenue by the Main Gate opposite the library.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station to the University is Partick to the west of the campus approximately 0.9 miles away (18 minutes) via Byres Road. There is step free access throughout the station via lifts and ramp access for trains. There is an induction loop at the booking office.
    The nearest train station to the east of the University campus is Charing Cross approximately 0.9 miles away (19 minutes) from Bank Street via Woodlands Road. There is step free access throughout the station via lifts and ramp access for trains. There is an induction loop at the booking office.
• By Underground View
  • The nearest underground station is Hillhead on Byres Road. The station has stepped and escalator access to platforms only.
    The nearest underground station to the east of the campus is Kelvinbridge, the station has stepped and escalator access to platforms only.
• Useful Links View
  • For details of bus services in and around Glasgow.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For details of train services to and from Partick and facilities at the station.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For details of the SPT underground network, stations and accessibility.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 330 5497/5121.
• Email: [email protected].
• The service is based at 65 Southpark Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8LE. Opening hours are Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00.
• To see more information on Student Services Enquiry Team please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 330 7000.
• Email: https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/students/contact/.
• The Student Services Enquiry Team is located at Level 2, The Fraser Building, 65 Hillhead Street, Glasgow, G12 8QF. The office is open 09:00 to 17:30 Monday to Friday, except Wednesday when it opens 09:30.
• To see more information on Accommodation Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 330 4743.
• Email: [email protected].
• For face to face enquiries please contact The Student Services Enquiry Team is located at Level 2, The Fraser Building, 65 Hillhead Street, Glasgow, G12 8QF. The accommodation office opening hours are 09:00 to 17:00 Monday to 17:00.
• To see more information on Student Representative Council (SRC) please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 330 5360.
• Email: [email protected].
• The student representative council is based at the McIntyre Building, University Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8QQ. The welcome point is open Monday from 09:30 to 17:00, Tuesday to Thursday from 09:00 to 17:00 and Friday from 09:00 to 16:00.
• Disability awareness training is available for all staff through the Staff Development Service. Other training relating to specific areas of disability awareness, such as curriculum development or a specialised software package is provided from Learning and Teaching Centre, IT Services, and the Student Disability Service.
• There is a dog toileting area next to the Library Building on Hillhead Street, located on the link path to the right hand side of the Library to Bute Gardens.

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Building Parking

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Main Campus car park.
  • The car park is located off University Avenue, around the main campus buildings.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • There are Blue Badge bays for disabled staff, students and visitors across the campus.
  • Please see the University of Glasgow parking notes for further details.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Gilmorehill Main Campus)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off University Avenue, on North Front, Engineering Way, South Front, Science Way and The Square.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Main Building, Thomson Building, James Watt Building, Stair Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 10+ designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 350cm x 550cm (11ft 6in x 18ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by visitors and permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for non permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the building entrances.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Main Building.
• Comments View
  • There are Blue Badge bays for disabled staff, students and visitors across the campus. There are Blue Badge bays by the South Front West Quad entrance, South Front Court and Senate entrance, North Front Business School entrance, Stair Building, McIntyre Building, North Front Gift Shop and Visitor Centre and The James Watt Building.
  • There is additional parking by the Kelvin Building and the Graham Kerr Building Hunterian Zoology Museum on Science Way.
  • Parking is free and permits not required from 5:00pm to 8:30am Monday to Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday.
  • Please see the University of Glasgow parking notes for further details.

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Outside Access (North Front Entrance - Left)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 1 on the North Front to the left of the Gift Shop.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
  • The width of the door opening is 286cm (9ft 5in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Outside Access (Bedellus Corridor Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 1 to the left as you enter the Main Building via the North Front - left entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 67cm (2ft 2in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 3 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do not have handrails.

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Outside Access (Staff Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the North Front of the building to the far left (east) of the building.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 47cm (1ft 7in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The 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 116cm (3ft 10in).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 6 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do not have handrails.

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Outside Access (Thomson Building Students' Entrance - Accessible)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the right side of the Thomson Building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 93cm (3ft 1in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.

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Lift (Thomson Platform Lift 1)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on level 1 to the right as you enter, via a push pad automatic door.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 500kg.
• The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the Anatomy Student's Entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 99cm (3ft 3in).
• The lift door is manual, light and opens outwards.
• The dimensions of the lift are 99cm x 140cm (3ft 3in 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement 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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• Comments View
  • This lift bypasses stairs within the Thomson Building.

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Lift (Thomson Platform Lift 2)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the Thomson Building by the Cleland Laboratory on level 1.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The weight limit for the lift is 500kg.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the platform lift 1.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 99cm (3ft 3in).
• The lift door is manual, light and opens outwards.
• The dimensions of the lift are 99cm x 140cm (3ft 3in 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement 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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• Comments View
  • There are steps which by-pass this lift. See the Thomson Building guide for details.

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Entrance (Thomson Link - Accessible)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the east end of the corridor on the corridor from the Thomson Building.
  • There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• Comments View
  • This entrance is accessed via the Anatomy Students' Entrance in the Thomson Building.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There is a slight ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to female, staff and accessible toilet facilities.
  • The width of the ramp is 125cm (4ft 1in).
  • This ramp is seen in photographs 1 and 2.
  • There is/are 7 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the Thomson Building Link entrance from the Thomson Building.
  • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • These steps are in the Thomson Building giving access to the Thomson Link entrance form the Thomson Building Student's entrance (photographs 3 and 4). Lift 2 bypasses these steps.
  • There is/are 6 clearly marked step(s), with no handrails, for access to the level 1 upper corridor, the Cleland Laboratory and platform lift 2..
  • The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
  • These steps are in the Thomson Building giving access to the Thomson Link entrance form the Anatomy Student's entrance. Lift 1 bypasses these steps. These steps are seen in photographs 5 to 8.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Thomson Link)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left as you enter via the Thomson Link Entrance, room 136A.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Thomson Link Entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 212cm x 228cm (6ft 11in x 7ft 6in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 149cm (4ft 11in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin and a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • 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).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
• Comments View
  • There is level access via lifts to this toilet facility via the Anatomy Department in the adjacent building.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Thomson Link)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female toilet is located on the left as you enter via the Thomson Link entrance, Room 141.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 4m from the Thomson Link entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The shared toilet is located at the end of the corridor on the right.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 6m from the Thomson Link entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 77cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • This toilet facility is signed "Staff Only".

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Standard Toilet(s) (Bedellus Corridor)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female toilet is located on the main corridor on the right as you turn the corner.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 35m from the Thomson Link entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 89cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The male toilet is located on the main corridor on the right as you turn the corner.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 33m from the Thomson Link entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 79cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Emergency Evacuation Information

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• Information on Evacuation from University Buildings View
  • Arrangements for assisting disabled people with evacuation from university buildings link (new tab) - click here.
• Information on Refuge Alerters View
  • This building does not have refuge alerters.