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Lenton & Wortley Hall - Block 7

University of Nottingham, University Park Campus, University Park, Nottingham, NG7 2RB

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Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free and level.
  • The most accessible entrance surveyed was the main entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of Block 7.
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is 1 other entrance.
  • There is stepped access at the other entrance.
  • The other entrance is located at the rear of the building.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is not step-free access between floors.
    • There is not step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the first floor.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the toilet with adaptation on the ground floor has a very easy slope.
  • Circulation View
    • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include narrow walkways and narrow openings.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
    • Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located to the rear of the ground floor.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a left hand transfer space.
    • Shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor corridor.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located on the ground and first floor corridors.

Parking (University Park public car park)

  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • Public Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.
    • On-street standard parking is located on Lenton Hall Drive.
    • There is a public car park located on Beeston Lane.
    • The name of the car park is University Park public car park.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available in the car park.
    • Electric vehicle charging points are not available in the car park.

Entrance (Main)

  • This entrance is located beneath the archway in the corner of the site to the left.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 106cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 100cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 106cm.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located to the right when entering.
  • The ground and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There is a handrail on the right going up.
  • The handrail is not easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 15cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Communal Facilities (Ground Floor Kitchen)

  • Kitchen View
    • The kitchen is located on the ground floor.
    • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 77cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a second, single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 67cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The door has a medium colour contrast.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
    • A lowered work surface is not available.
    • Under counter cupboards are available.
    • The sink is 93cm from the floor.
    • A lowered sink is not available.
    • The sink has twist/turn taps.
    • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Communal Facilities (First Floor Kitchen)

  • Kitchen View
    • The kitchen is located on the first floor corridor.
    • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 72cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
    • A lowered work surface is not available.
    • Under counter cupboards are available.
    • The sink is 93cm from the floor.
    • A lowered sink is not available.
    • The sink has twist/turn mixer taps.
    • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the rear of the ground floor.
    • The distance from the main entrance is 16m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
    • This route has narrow walkways.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 82cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a low colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 144cm (width) x 196cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 98cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 75cm from the floor.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the left side of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.