Access Guide
Introduction
- Related link University of Kent Safezone App.
- Http://www.kent.ac.uk/safezone
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- The Security and Transport office is the base for personal security advice and equipment, lost property, key collection and transport information.
- Staff offer a walking taxi service to escort staff and students around the campus at night if required.
- The university has developed a downloadable Safezone app for students to summon assistance and receive notifications about incidents on site.
- Please follow the link above for details.
Opening Times
- This service is open 24 hours.
Location
- The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
- This venue is situated in Canterbury.
- The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
- The venue is in a pedestrian area.
- The nearest National Rail station is Canterbury West.
- There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
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- The temporary building is located in the centre of the campus, between Grimond, Templeman Library and Marlowe.
Parking
- The venue does not have its own car park.
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Public Car Parks.
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- There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
- The name of the car park is Grimond Car Park.
- The car park is located at the rear of Grimond building.
- Please click here for more information on parking.
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On Street Parking and Drop-off Details.
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
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- Designated bays are reserved for visitors with a Blue Badge or a university accessible parking permit.
- A pink zone parking permit is required for the standard bays.
- The Central Visitor Car Park (pay and display) is also within 200m.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, facing Marlowe.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
- The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
- The door(s) is / are single.
- The width of the door opening is 105cm (3ft 5in).
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
- The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
- The ramp/slope gradient is easy.
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- The entrance is the left hand door.
- There is a separate exit door which also opens automatically away from you as you leave the building.
Reception
- The Reception is located ahead from the main entrance.
- The desk is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step free access to this reception area.
- The lighting levels in the reception area are bright.
- The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the low counter.
- The desk is staffed.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- This venue does not play background music.
- The lighting levels are bright.
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- There is a small private interview room to the right of the reception desk.
- The computer terminals at the high counter are for contractors to sign in and out.
Accessible Toilet
- The nearest accessible toilets are located in Grimond Building or Templeman Library.
Standard Toilet(s)
- The nearest standard toilets are located in Grimond Building or Templeman Library.
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 normally on duty.
- This service can be requested.
- Staff are not Text Relay aware.
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- In emergencies Security can also be contacted on 01227 823 333.