Access Guide
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; Library Facilities, Special Collections, Computer Clusters and Laptop Borrowing.
- Parkinson Building link (new tab) - click here.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located on floor 2 in the west building and on floor 4 in the special collections area.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located between floors 1 and 2 at the front of the building on the stairs between floors 1, 2 and E and on floor 2 of the west building.
- Male standard toilet facilities are located between floors 1 and 2 at the front of the building on the stairs between floors 1, 2 and E and on floor 2 of the west building.
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The campus is located to the north of the city centre and the A58(M), just off Woodhouse Lane.
- Car Parking is located around the campus including the multi storey car park.
Blue Badge bays are located in car parking area around campus.
Disabled visitors can use these spaces by showing their Blue Badge on arrival to a security officer at the entrance gate. - For more information on getting to the campus please click here (opens new tab).
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By Bus
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- There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
- There are nearby University bus stops along Woodhouse Lane including stops Leeds University stops A to G. These stops are served by numerous routes including 1 LeedsCity, 1B LeedsCity, 6 LeedsCity, 8 LeedsCity, 27 LeedsCity, 28 LeedsCity, N1 LeedsCity, X60 and X80.
- For more information on West Yorkshire Metro Bus Services please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Leeds Railway Station.
- Leeds station is located in the city centre, approximately 1 mile from the campus.
- For more information on Leeds Railway Station please click here (opens new tab).
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Useful Information
- To see more information on Student Services Centre please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0113 343 8877.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Disabled Students Assessment and Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0113 343 3927.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Mental Health Team please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0113 343 7458.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Accommodation Office please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0113 343 7777.
- Email: [email protected].
- There are four spending facilities on campus (dog toilets) for assistance dogs to use.
These are located next to the following buildings; Chemistry West Block, Leeds University Union, Clarendon Place and 5-9 Willow Terrace Road.
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are not available.
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Woodhouse Lane.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
- There are numerous parking area situated around the campus including the Multi-Storey Car Park off Vernon Road.
Entrance (Brotherton Library Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located beyond the Parkinson Building Reception.
- This entrance gives access to the library entrance foyer.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'The Brotherton Library'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is not a bell/buzzer.
- There is not an intercom.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 135cm.
Reception (Main Library Reception)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located in front of you on entrance to the Brotherton Library.
- The reception point is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Brotherton Gallery Entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception counter is 95cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a bell to attract attention.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- The type of system is a portable loop.
- The hearing assistance system is not signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 26/01/2022.
- The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
- There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is stone.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
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Security Barriers
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- There are security barriers at the reception.
- The minimum width between the security barriers is 50cm.
- The width of the wider security barriers is 86cm.
- A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
- The height of the key card reader is 100cm.
Reception (Enquiries and Requested Items)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located of the central area of the main building on floor 3.
- The reception point is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the Brotherton Library Entrance.
- Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point, via lift.
- There is not a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception counter is 73cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- The type of system is a portable loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 26/01/2022.
- The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
- There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is tiles.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
Step(s)
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Stepped Level Change 1
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- There is a/are step(s) located behind the reception.
- The step(s) is/are used to access the majority of the ground floor.
- There is/are 6 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
- There is a standard lift to overcome the step(s).
- The steps can be overcome by the main lift. The automatic double doors leading to the lift ae located to your left on facing the stairs.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
- There is stepped access to There are six steps between the entrance and the rest of the ground floors.
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Circulation
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- There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet, vinyl and wood .
- There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There are no seats/chairs at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is not provided.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
- Some areas of library shelving only have a width of 60cm.
Library
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Library Circulation
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- There is step-free access, via lift, within the library.
- The type of flooring in the library is carpet and tiles.
- There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
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Self Service Machines
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- There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
- The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 124cm and 141cm.
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Library Services
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- This library is able to provide material in the following formats: ejournal.
- There are reading/study desks available.
- The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 74cm in height.
- There is a height adjustable desk available.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
- Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
- Auxiliary aids are available.
- Auxiliary aids available in this library include: High Visibility/Contrast Keyboards, Ergonomic Chairs and Adjustable Foot Rests.
- The library does have computers with accessible software.
- Accessible Software includes screen readers, speech-to-text, productivity and organisational apps, mind mapping and accessibility tools.
- A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
Other Floors (1, 2, E)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located to your left on entrance.
- The stairs are approximately 15m from the Brotherton Library Entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is a set of heavy double doors on floor 1 a heavy manual single door on floor 2 and automatic double doors on the entrance floor.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, E.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Other Floors (Floors 3 and 4)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located off the central area of the ground floor.
- The stairs are approximately 25m from the Brotherton Library Entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 3 and 4.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are not easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Other Floors (Rear)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located to the rear of the library.
- The stairs are approximately 50m from the Brotherton Library Entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3 and 4.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are not easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Other Floors (West Building)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located in west building.
- The stairs are approximately 80m from the Brotherton Library Entrance.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 2 and 3.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are easy to grip.
- There is a landing.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
- The lighting levels at the steps are good.
Lift (Main Library Lift)
- The lift is located to your left past the reception.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the Brotherton Library Entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, E, 3 and 4.
- The weight limit for the lift is 2000kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is good.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
- The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 200cm x 200cm (6ft 7in x 6ft 7in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
Lift (West Building Lift)
- The lift is located in the west building.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 75m (82yd 1in) from the Brotherton Library Entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are 2 and 3.
- The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
- Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
- There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
- Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
- The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
- The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is good.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
- The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 90cm x 135cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 5in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- There is not a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
Entrance (Special Collections)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on floor 4 to the rear of the building.
- This entrance gives access to Special Collections.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is a bell/buzzer.
- The height of the bell/buzzer is 115cm (3ft 9in).
- There is not an intercom.
- A key card is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key card reader is 120cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 103cm.
Reception (Special Collection)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located on the special collections area.
- The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the Special Collections Entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step-free access to the reception point, via lift.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception counter is 95cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is a lowered section of the counter.
- The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
Accessible Toilet(s)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located next to the west building lift on the second floor.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the west building lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
- 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 is heavy.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 153cm x 203cm (5ft x 6ft 8in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a 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 female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 125cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
- The shelf is at a height of 89cm.
- The shelf is located where it is reachable.
- 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- 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 poor.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 86cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 92cm (3ft).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The male toilet is located in the West Building on the second floor.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 3m from the lift.
- 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 78cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Toilet Facilities 2
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- The female and male toilets are located on the stairwell between floors 1 and 2.
- There is stepped access into the toilet(s).
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- It was not possible to access the female toilet.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 86cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
- Lighting levels are good.
Accessible Toilet(s) (Special Collections)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located in the special collections area floor 4.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is no signage on or near the toilet door.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 250cm x 220cm (8ft 2in x 7ft 3in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 175cm (5ft 9in).
- There is a flush 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is poor.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet 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 a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are not available in the toilet.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is not a mirror.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
- There is not a toilet roll holder.
- 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).
- The height of the wash basin is 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 poor.
- The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 104cm (3ft 5in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.
Standard Toilet(s) (Special Collection)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The shared toilet is located in the special collections area on the fourth floor.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
- There is no signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- Lighting levels are good.