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Summary

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• Service View
  • Fairbairn House is located off Clarendon Road.
• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; Ground Floor - The Boardroom
    First Floor - Meeting Rooms
    Second Floor - Meeting Rooms, the Sky Lounge.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on all floors.
  • Gender neutral toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The campus is located to the north of the city centre and the A58(M), just off Woodhouse Lane. The venue is situated in the South West area of the Campus and can be accessed off Clarendon Road.
  • 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 Information on getting to the Campus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
  • There are no bus stops within 150m of the venue.
    The nearest bus stop is for Leeds Dental Hospital off Clarendon Way and serves route 5 LeedsCity Electric.
    The main university bus stops are 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).
• By Train View
  • 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).
• AccessAble Related Links View
  • Multi-Storey Car Park AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.

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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.

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Approach (Accessible Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.
• Comments View
  • This route leads from the access road off Clarendon Road to the Fairbairn House accessible entrance.

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by staff and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located in front of the main entrance.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 1 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 505cm x 230cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays do not have a marked zone around them.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Clarendon Road.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor lobby area.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'National Centre for Atmospheric Science'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 137cm (4ft 6in).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 103cm (3ft 5in).
  • A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key fob reader is 96cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 68cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 72cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• Step(s) View
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 5cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor lobby area.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do 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 single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located leading to the entrance from the Fairbairn courtyard.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located leading to the entrance from the Fairbairn courtyard.
  • There is/are 5 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • 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 of the step(s).
  • Handrails are 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.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 108cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 74cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located immediately after the entrance.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up the step(s).
  • Handrails are 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.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are low to moderate.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is not step-free access throughout the building .
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Step(s) (Side Accessible Entrance)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located immediately after the side accessible entrance.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the Education and Training Room.
  • There is/are 5 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are 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.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
  • There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).
• Stepped Level Change 2 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located between the Education and Training Room and the ground floor.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the ground floor lobby area and toilet facilities.
  • There is/are 10 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • 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.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
  • There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).

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Other Floors (Central Staircase)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located in front of you as you enter the second set of doors.
  • The stairs are approximately 7m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are not 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 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 provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Other Floors (First Floor to Second Floor)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the right as you leave the central staircase, then right as you enter the corridor.
  • The stairs are approximately 6m from the central staircase.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the second floor and on the first floor.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1 and 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 21cm.
  • 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 not 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 not a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Other Floors (Rear Entrance)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 4m from the rear entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to exit the stairwell on the ground floor.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 12 steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 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 the right going up.
  • Handrails are 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 provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Lift (Accessible Entrance)

• The lift is located immediately after the accessible entrance.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the accessible entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff needs to be notified for use of the lift.
• A member of staff is required to operate the lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 205kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is not a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• 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 high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 70cm (2ft 4in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 70cm x 75cm (2ft 4in x 2ft 6in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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Lift (Accessible Entrance Lift to Ground Floor)

• The lift is located between the accessible entrance and steps to the ground floor.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• A member of staff is required to operate the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG and G.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 205kg.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on the ground floor.

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Accessible Toilet(s)

• There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
• The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located in the Fairbairn Suite A.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The gender neutral toilet is located ahead as you enter the second set of doors and to the right of the staircase.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is Braille, tactile, 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 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (First Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The gender neutral toilet is located to the right as you leave the central staircase on the first floor, then right in to the corridor, and at the end of the corridor on the right.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 14m from the central staircase.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is Braille, tactile, 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 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Second Floor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located to the rear of the second floor Sky Lounge.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the rear staircase.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • 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 79cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • Lighting levels are low to moderate.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Rear Entrance)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The male toilet is located at the rear of the building.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There is a/are dropdown rail(s) on the left as you face the ambulant toilet(s).
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The gender neutral toilet is located at the rear of the building.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There is a/are dropdown rail(s) on the left as you face the ambulant toilet(s).
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.