Access Guide
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; The Institute of Ageing and Chronic Disease, Institute of Translational Medicine, Liverpool Bio Innovation Hub, University of Liverpool Bio Bank, Royal College of Physicians, Liverpool Centre for Alcohol Research, Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, Gait Lab, interview rooms and meeting rooms.
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- Ronald Ross Building link (new tab) - click here.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities with an accessible shower are located to the right as you enter, beyond reception and in the same location on all upper floors (to the left from the lift).
- Shared standard toilet facilities are located to the right as you enter, beyond reception and in the same location on all upper floors (to the left from the lift).
- Baby changing facilities are located within the ground floor accessible toilet to the right as you enter, beyond reception.
- Standard shower facilities are located to the right as you enter, beyond reception and in the same location on all upper floors (to the left from the lift).
Getting Here
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By Road
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- From the M62: at the end of the motorway continue straight ahead onto Edge Lane (A5080 then A5047) and follow signs for Liverpool City Centre and the University. For sat nav users or for online directions, the postcode to be used is L3 5TR.
- There is limited parking on the campus. For those visiting the north campus (north of Brownlow Hill) there is a visitor car park on Brownlow Street off Pembroke Place. For those visiting the central campus (between Brownlow Hill and Oxford Street) and the south campus (south of Oxford Street and Abercromby Square) there is a visitor car park off Mount Pleasant opposite the Metropolitan Cathedral. Visitors can also use the city council car park found at the bottom of Mount Pleasant towards the city centre (Mount Pleasant Car Park).
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By Bus
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- There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
- The nearest bus stop is the Ashton Street stop on Pembroke Place, outside Cedar House. The 76 stops at this bus stop.
The closest 699 University Service stops on Mount Pleasant.
There are many bus routes that serve the campus and the surrounding area, including routes 6, 7, 61, 75, 76, 79, 80, 86, 699. - For more information on Merseytravel buses please click here (opens new tab).
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By Train
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- The nearest Railway Station is Liverpool Lime Street.
- The nearest mainline railway station is Liverpool Lime Street, which is approximately 1 km (0.6 miles) or 15 minutes journey from the University. Buses to the campus run from Elliot Street, close to the station. Liverpool Central or Edge Hill Merseyrail Train stations are within a similar travel distance.
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Useful Links
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- For more details on how to get to the campus, please see the University's website Visiting the University page.
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- For more details on parking at the campus including charges see the University's website Visitor Car Parking page.
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- For more information and updates on public transport in the Liverpool City Region, please see the Merseytravel website.
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- For more information on national bus company Arriva who operate a dedicated route traveling between the University city centre campus and the student village (bus service 699) please see their website.
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Useful Information
- To see more information on Disability Advice and Guidance please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0151 795 1000.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Student Services Advice and Guidance please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0151 795 1000.
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- To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0151 795 0319.
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- To see more information on Human Resources please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 0151 794 6771.
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- To see more information on University Campus Map please click here (opens new tab).
- The main University switchboard number is 0151 794 2000.
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
- The name of the car park is Crown Street Staff Car Park 18.
- The car park is located off Crown Street, in front of the Life Sciences Building.
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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.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
Site/Campus Car Park (Crown Street Staff Car Park 18)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located in front of the Life Sciences Building, off Crown Street.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- The car park surface is block paving.
- Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
- The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
- There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
- The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 255cm x 365cm.
- The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
- The marked zone is 120cm wide.
- The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders, permit holders and staff.
- There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
- Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
- Signs are clearly presented.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
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Car Park Access
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- There is step free access from this car park.
- Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
- There is not a campus map available within the car park.
- The nearest designated bay is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the Life Sciences Building main entrance.
- Access to this car park from Crown Street is barrier controlled. There is a card reader 93cm high at the barrier, and also an intercom 110cm high (photograph 6).
Approach (West Derby Street)
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
- There is a ramp with a very easy incline.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
- The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has no handrails.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 147cm (4ft 10in).
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
- There is/are 10+ clearly marked step(s), with handrails 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.
- Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
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Comments
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- This approach details coming from West Derby Street, to the right as you face the entrance.
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.
- This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
- There is step-free 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 an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 100cm .
- A key fob is required for access at this entrance.
- The height of the key fob reader is 100cm.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
- There is also an automatically revolving door next to this one.
Reception
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Reception
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- The reception point is located to the right as you enter.
- The reception point is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main 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 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 90cm .
- There is not 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 74cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is not signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
- There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
- There are armchairs and sofas in the waiting area.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
- There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There are sofas at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Audio
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- This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
Other Floors
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located to the right as you enter.
- The stairs are approximately 15m from the main entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
- There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
- The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2 and 3.
- 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 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.
- Handrails do 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.
Lift
- The lift is for staff use only.
- The lift is located to the right as you enter.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2 and 3.
- The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
- There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby on the ground floor.
- 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 high.
- The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
- The clear door width is 90cm.
- The dimensions of the lift are 95cm x 200cm.
- 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 a hearing loop system.
- The lift does have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are good.
- There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
Toilet with Adaptations
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter, beyond reception.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the main 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 medium.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm.
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is medium.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 236cm x 250cm.
- 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 174cm.
- The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
- 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 high.
- 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 high.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
- 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 available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 115cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- 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 47cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
- 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 height of the toilet roll holder is 92cm (3ft).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
- 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 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 high.
- 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 93cm.
- 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 98cm (3ft 3in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
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Accessible Shower
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- The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
- There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
- The shower head is height adjustable.
- The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
- There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
- The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
- The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 52cm.
- Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
- The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
- There is not a vertical grab rail for the shower.
- There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- There is a flip down baby change table available .
- The height of the baby change table is 90cm.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The female and male toilets are located to the right as you enter, beyond reception.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 28m from the main entrance.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is medium.
- 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 81cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
- Lighting levels are good.
- There are similar toilets in the same location on all upper floors (to the left from the lifts).
Standard Shower (Gender Neutral)
- Shower facilities are available.
- The shower(s) surveyed is/are located to the right as you enter, beyond reception.
- There is level access to the shower facilities.
- There are similar showers in the same location on all upper floors (to the left from the lifts).
- There are 48cm high flip down seats available.