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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; library facilities, café, computer teaching rooms, group study rooms, photocopier areas, screening room, silent study zones, training rooms and a security office at the rear of the building.
  • Security Office - Hallward Library link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on level 1 and 2.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on all levels.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on all levels.

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Getting Here (University Park Campus North Entrance)

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• By Road View
  • The campus is located 2 miles to the west of Nottingham City Centre.
    It can be accessed from the north or south via the M1 and the A52.
    University Park is the University of Nottingham’s largest campus and there are 3 entrances onto the site; North Entrance, South Entrance and West Entrance.
    The North Entrance is accessed from the westbound A52 (Derby Road), the South Entrance from the A6005 (University Boulevard) and the West Entrance from the A6464 (Woodside Road).
    Sat nav users can use NG7 2RD for the quickest and most accurate journey.
  • If you are visiting the campus temporarily, then you should park in one of the pay and display car parks on campus.
    These car parks are highlighted on the campus map below.
    Blue Badge parking can be found in these main pay and display car parks and also in building car parks throughout the site.
  • For more information on parking on campus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • There are several bus services which run through the University Park Campus. These include; St Peter's Court Shuttle, 34C, 34, N34 Night Service and 36U.
    Bus stops can be found in; East Drive, Portland Hill, Library Road and Beeston Lane.
    There is also a free inter-campus bus service for both staff and students.
    Services run from the main University Park Campus to:
    - Sutton Bonington Campus
    - Royal Derby Hospital Centre
    - King's Meadow Campus
    - Jubilee Campus
    There are bus stops along Derby Road including North Entrance (Stop UN15) and Lenton Hall (Stop UN16) which serve routes 21, 35, 35A, 35B, 26 and i4.
  • For more information on bus services for the University Park Campus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Beeston .
  • University Park Campus North Entrance is approximately 2.1 miles to the north east of Beeston Station which is an approximately 40 min walk or can be done using public transport.
    This station is served by the CrossCountry and East Midlands rail companies.
    The University Park Campus North Entrance is approximately 2.1 miles from Nottingham Station, approximately a 40 min journey or a short journey by public transport.
    This station is served by the CrossCountry, East Midlands and Northern Rail companies.
    A tram goes directly from Nottingham Train Station to University Park.
  • For more information on getting to the university by train please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on National Rail Enquiries please click here (opens new tab).
• By Tram View
  • The nearest tram stop is Queens Medical Centre.
  • Nottingham Express Transit’s (NET) tram service links University Park Campus directly to Nottingham city centre - including Nottingham Train Station.
    Line Three of the tram service includes two stops on University Boulevard - at the South Entrance to University Park, as well as adjacent to the Highfields Sports Ground.
    The nearest Tram Stop to the North Entrance is the Queens Medical Centre stop.
  • For more information on Nottingham trams please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • This is the link to the Nottingham Express Transit (NET) website for tram information.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• Disability Support Services are there to support the University community in creating an inclusive and equitable teaching and learning environment to the benefit of all students. They can help you if you have a disability, mental health difficulty, long-term medical condition, autistic spectrum condition, or a specific learning difference such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia or ADHD.
• To see more information on Disability Support Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0115 82 32070.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Car Parking please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Students Union Advice service please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected]..
• To see more information on Library services please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected]..
• There is an Assistance Dog toileting area outside the Portland Building, to the side closest to the Trent Building.
• For more information on the assistance dog toileting area(s) please click here - (new tab).

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Building Parking (Hallward Library)

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for all except Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located off Library Road.
  • 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 2 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 245cm x 480cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays do not have a marked zone around them.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 45m (49yd 8in) from the library 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 dropped kerbs.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• 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 the front of building off Library Road.
  • This entrance gives access to level 2.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Welcome to Hallward Library'.
  • 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 not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 184cm.
  • 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) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 184cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 52cm.
  • The width of the wider security barriers is 88cm.
  • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
  • The height of the key card reader is 94cm.
  • There is a ramp with a very easy incline.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• Comments View
  • There are also barriers when exiting the library at widths of 88cm and 53cm.
  • Prior to these barriers, there are security scanners.
  • These additional barriers are 104cm in width.

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Reception (Help and Enquiries - Level 2)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located immediately beyond the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) 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 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 moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 72cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
• Security Barriers View
  • There are security barriers at the reception.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 52cm.
  • The width of the wider security barriers is 90cm.
  • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
  • The height of the key card reader is 94cm.
• Comments View
  • There is a hearing loop signed at reception, but it is no longer there.

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Library

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• Library Circulation View
  • There is step-free access within the library.
  • The type of flooring in the library is carpet.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
• Self Service Machines View
  • There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
  • The self service book borrow/return machine(s) is/are located ahead and to the left as you enter, next to the reception.
  • The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 109cm and 139cm.
• Library Services View
  • On request.
  • There are reading/study desks available.
  • The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 74cm in height.
  • There are some height adjustable desks available.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
  • Auxiliary aids are available.
  • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Large Key Keyboards, High Visibility/Contrast Keyboards, a Trackball Mouse, Ergonomic Chairs, Hand Held Magnifiers, CCTV/Video Magnifiers and Coloured Overlays.
  • The library does have computers with accessible software.
  • Accessible software available includes: Zoomtext, Texthelp Read&Write and Mindview.
  • There are 5 licenses for ZoomText available across the library network.
  • A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
  • There are photocopy areas on each floor each with a lowered photocopy machine as can be seen in the photographs
    Students and staff can use this area to photocopy, print, and scan documents.
    The controls on the lowered printer are between 95cm-100cm.
    There are group study rooms on the lower ground floor as can be seen in photographs There are study areas/silent study areas on each floor as can be seen in photographs.

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Other Floors (Main)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located ahead and to the right of the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 10m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the first floor and on the second floor.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are 1, 2, 3 and 4.
  • 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 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 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.
• Other Information View
  • There is a similar set of stairs towards the rear of the building. There are double manual heavy doors to enter/exit the stairwells on all floors.

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Lift

• The lift is located ahead and to the right as you enter, to the rear of the building next to the service counter.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, 3 and 4.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1500kg.
• 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 visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 118cm (3ft 10in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 155cm x 195cm (5ft 1in x 6ft 5in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is 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 not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There is sloped/ramped access to There is a ramp located to the left of the lift on the lower ground floor.
    The ramp has a very slight gradient, and is used to access all lower ground facilities apart from Assistive Technology Room 123.
    There are ramps on the lower ground floor leading to the male and female standard toilets.
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
  • There is high visual 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.
  • Floor plans/maps are available.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• 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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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Level 1)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on the lower ground floor, to the left as you exit the lift, in the corridor to the Screening Room.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the hallway leading to Screening Room 140 and can be used to access other lower ground facilities if the hallway is used as a shortcut.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 2 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on Level 1, to the right of the accessible toilets.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the hallway leading to Screening Room 140, and can be used to access other lower ground facilities if the hallway is used as a shortcut.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 3 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on Level 1, on the hallway leading to the group study rooms.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the group study rooms.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.

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Assistive Technology Room (Room 123 - Level 1)

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• Room Access View
  • The room is located on Level 1, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The room is 5m from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the room.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Assistive Technology Room'.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 104cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 118cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
• Room Details View
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room.
  • There are some height adjustable desks in this area.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests in the room.
  • Auxiliary aids are available.
  • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Large Key Keyboards, High Visibility Keyboards, Ergonomic Chairs and Headsets.
  • There are computers with accessible software.
  • Accessible software available includes: Zoomtext, Texthelp Read&Write and Mindview.
  • There are 5 licenses for ZoomText available across the library network.
  • The type of flooring in the room is carpet.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a second Assistive Technology Room (Room 126) which has a single manual heavy door which opens inwards.

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Counter (Smart Bar - Level 1)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located on Level 1 to the left as you exit the lift.
  • The counter is approximately 24m (26yd 9in) from the lift.
  • Clear signage for the counter is not visible from the lift.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are good.
  • The height of the counter is high (110cm+).
  • There is 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 73cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
• Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the counter.
  • This counter is used for students and staff with IT issues.

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Eating and Drinking (Library Café - Level 2)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located ahead and to the right as you enter the building, opposite the reception on level 2.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
  • Opening Times: Monday to Friday 08:30- 16:00.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; written wall menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 86cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 71cm.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 40cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 110cm.
  • Some tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also coffee tables, high tables, armchairs, sofas, booths and high stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Counter (Lending Desk - Level 2)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located ahead and to the right as you enter the building.
  • The counter is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Clear signage for the counter is not visible from the lift.
  • There is step-free access to the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
  • The height of the counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is 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 72cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the counter.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 16/04/2024.
  • The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
• Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the counter.

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Counter (Enquiries - Level 3)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located on Level 3 to the left as you exit the lift.
  • The counter is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the lift.
  • Clear signage for the counter is visible from the lift.
  • There is step-free access to the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
  • The height of the counter is low (76cm or lower).
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
• Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the counter.

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Research Reading Room - Level 4

• The Research Reading Room is located on Level 4, to the left as you exit the lift.
• The Research Reading Room is approximately 14m from the lift.
• There is level access to the Study Space from the lift.
• There are two entrances to the Research Reading Room.
• The entrances are located at the front left and rear left of the room.
• The front door is single and heavy.
• The door opens inwards (push).
• The external door contrasts visually with its surroundings.
• The internal door contrasts visually with its surroundings.
• The width of the front door is 88cm.
• The rear door is single and heavy.
• The door opens outwards (pull)
• The external door contrasts visually with its surroundings.
• The internal door contrasts visually with its surroundings.
• The width of the rear door is 85cm.
• The flooring is carpet.
• The lighting is moderate to good.
• The tables range in height from 66cm to 70cm from the floor.
• The seating includes chairs with and without armrests.
• There is sufficient space for wheelchairs to manoeuvre.
• The floor is level with no trip hazards.
• Desks in this area can be booked.

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Counter (Enquiries - Level 4)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located to the left as you exit the lift on Level 4.
  • The counter is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the lift.
  • Clear signage for the counter is visible from the lift.
  • There is step-free access to the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
  • The height of the counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
• Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the counter.

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Ramp(s) / Slope(s) and Step(s) (Accessible Toilet - Level 1)

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• Ramp / Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on level 1, from the corridor leading from the lift to the screening room.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the accessible toilet and bookable room along the corridor.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Level 1 - Opposite Computer Room 101 - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 1, to the left as you exit the lift, opposite the Computer Teaching Room 101.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 154cm x 217cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 1in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not 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 high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 134cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • 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 83cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Level 1 - Opposite Computer Room 101 - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
• This is a Closomat toilet.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 1, to the left as you exit the lift, opposite the Computer Teaching Room 101.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 28m (30yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards (automatically).
  • The door is push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 95cm from floor level.
  • The door is locked by a push button or pad.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 152cm x 218cm (4ft 12in x 7ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button 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 high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 76cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 111cm (3ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • 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 82cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 111cm (3ft 8in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • The exit push pad is 94cm from the floor.
  • You must press the exit push pad twice to exit as the first touch will lock the door.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Level 1 - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on level 1, turn left on exiting the lift. take the next turn on the left. the toilet is ahead and to the right.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 162cm x 182cm (5ft 4in x 5ft 12in).
  • 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 163cm (5ft 4in).
  • 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 high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are not available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 102cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 70cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • 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 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 80cm.
  • 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 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Level 2 - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 2, ahead and to the right as you enter from the main entrance, off the Café.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) 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, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is low.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is low.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 183cm x 167cm (6ft x 5ft 6in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to 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 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • There is not 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 low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 122cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
  • 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 108cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 124cm (4ft 1in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is not a hand dryer.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Standard Toilets - Level 1)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located just before the entrance to the standard toilets on the level 1.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the male standard toilets.
  • 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.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
  • The opening leading to the ramp is 89cm, opening up to 115cm once you have crossed the threshold.
    Photographs 1-2 show the ramp leading to the male toilets.
• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 2 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located just before the entrance to the female standard toilets on Level 1.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the female standard toilets.
  • 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.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
  • The opening leading to the ramp is 83cm, opening up to 141cm once you have crossed the threshold.
    Photographs 3-4 show the ramp leading to the female standard toilets.
• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 3 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located on thr access route, to the accessible toilets on level 1, approximately 13m from the building lift from the.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 1)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 1, ahead and to the left as you exit the lift.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 22m from the lift.
  • The visual 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 88cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female toilet is located on the Level 1, ahead and to the left as you exit the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 23m from the lift.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 2)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 2, at the rear right of the building.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 36m from the main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 3)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 3 to the left as you exit the lift, near the rear of the building.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 27m from the lift.
  • The visual 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.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 87cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a shelf of height 119cm.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 4)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 4, to the left as you exit the lift, near the rear of the library.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 28m from the lift.
  • The visual 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 88cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a shelf of height 122cm in the male toilet.