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Wortley House (Lenton & Wortley Extension)

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

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Overview

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free access between floors via lift.
    • There is step-free level access throughout walkways.
  • Circulation View
    • There is a manual door along one of the circulation routes.
    • 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 were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is sloped.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • The most accessible entrance surveyed was the main entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of Wortley House (Lenton & Wortley Extension).
  • There is step-free access via a slight slope at the most accessible entrance.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

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 at the front of the building.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 102cm.
  • There is a single automatic door.
  • The door opens by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • 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 104cm.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located ahead when entering the building.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 11m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • Standard Lift View
    • The ground, first and second floor can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a high colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
    • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 85cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 110cm (width) x 145cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
    • The control buttons have a medium colour contrast.
    • None of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator.
    • The lift has a separate door to exit.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located ahead when entering the main entrance.
  • The ground, first and second floor can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
  • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails 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 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not 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 ahead on the ground floor next to the lift.
    • 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 87cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
    • A lowered work surface is not available.
    • Under counter cupboards are available.
    • The sink is 91cm from the floor.
    • A lowered sink is not available.
    • The sink has lever taps.
    • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There are similar kitchens located on each floor.

Accommodation with Adaptations (Room A9)

  • Accommodation Access View
    • Room A9 is located on the ground floor.
    • There is step-free level access into room A9.
    • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
    • There is a key lock for entry.
    • The height of the key lock is 91cm.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Accommodation Features View
    • The bedroom has a single bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 60cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 34cm from the floor.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
    • Seating available in the accommodation includes: a chair without armrests.
    • Furniture available in the accommodation includes: a height adjustable desk.
    • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The following is also available in this accommodation: bedside plug sockets.
    • There is a push button emergency alarm.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
    • In addition to the push button alarm next to the bed there is also a pull cord alarm near the entrance to the ensuite.
  • Bathroom View
    • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 88cm.
    • The door has no lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the bathroom are 206cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 130cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the 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 42cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • 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 91cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has lever taps.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 81cm 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 not a soap dispenser.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is an unobstructed shelf.
    • The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The bathroom has a waste bin.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 163cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
    • The bathroom has a wheel in shower.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is a fixed shower head.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is a flip-down shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • There are grab rails for the shower.
    • The grab rails for the shower have a medium colour contrast.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is also an additional flip-down seat outside of the shower area.