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Melton Hall

University of Nottingham, Jubilee Campus, Wollaton Road, Nottingham, NG8 1BB

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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 A Floor.
  • There is step-free access via a steep slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • There are 3 other entrances.
  • 3 of the other entrances have step-free access via slope.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free access between floors via lift.
    • There is step-free level access throughout walkways.
  • Circulation View
    • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is patterned.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
    • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the front of the building on the opposite side of the road.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 350cm (width) x 475cm (depth).
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • There are no hatched/marked zones.
    • The nearest designated bay is 36m from the main entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a steep slope.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View

Main Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not 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 steep gradient.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 127cm.
  • There is a single automatic door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 92cm.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 116cm.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the left from the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
  • 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
    • Floors A, B and C 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 control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 80cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 110cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a mirror to aid reversing.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located to the left from the main entrance.
  • Floors A, B and C 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 do 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 vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Communal Facilities (Kitchen A2 - A Floor)

  • Kitchen View
    • The kitchen is located to the right from the main entrance on A 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 87cm.
    • The door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a second, single manual door.
    • The door opens towards you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
    • The door has a low colour contrast.
    • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
    • The work surface is 91cm from the floor.
    • A lowered work surface is available.
    • The lowered work surface has a knee recess.
    • The lowered work surface is 74cm from the floor.
    • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
    • The hob is 91cm from the floor.
    • A lowered hob is available.
    • The lowered hob has a knee recess.
    • The lowered hob is 74cm from the floor.
    • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The sink is 91cm from the floor.
    • A lowered sink is available.
    • The lowered sink has a knee recess.
    • The lowered sink is 74cm from the floor.
    • The sink has a lever mixer tap.
    • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a freezer, a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Communal Facilities (Common Room - A Floor )

  • Lounge View
    • The lounge is located to the left from the main entrance.
    • There is step-free level access into the lounge.
    • 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.
    • The door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • The flooring is patterned.
    • The walls and floor colour contrast varies between low and high.
    • Seating available in the lounge includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
    • Furniture available in the lounge includes: desks.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is a TV with subtitles.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
    • There are also common rooms on Floor B and Floor C.

Communal Facilities (Laundry - A Floor)

  • Laundry Room View
    • The lounge is located to the right from the main entrance on A Floor.
    • There is step-free level access into the laundry room.
    • 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.
    • The door has a low colour contrast.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • Facilities within the laundry room include a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
    • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.