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Portland Building - Athena SWAN Parenting Room

C Floor, Portland Building, University of Nottingham, University Park Campus, Nottingham, NG7 2RD

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Summary

  • Building View
  • Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
    • There is a/are Changing Places toilet(s) located along the south west corridor of Floor C in the Portland Building.
    • Accessible toilet facilities are located on Floors B, D and E at the north west of the building, on Floor A at the south west of the building, on Floor A after you enter through the south east entrance and along the south west corridor of Floor C. Additional accessible toilets are located along the south west corridor of Floor B, along the south east corridor of Floor B, inside the Mooch Bar, inside Portland Coffee. co., inside the west stairwell on Floor C and inside the Food Court on Floor D.
    • Female standard toilet facilities are located on Floors B, C, D and E at the north east of the building, inside the Food Court on Floor D and inside the Mooch Bar.
    • Male standard toilet facilities are located on Floors B, C, D and E at the north west of the building, inside the Food Court on Floor D and inside the Mooch Bar.
    • Shared standard toilet facilities are located on Floor A after you enter through the south east entrance, along the south west corridor of Floor C, along the south west corridor of Floor B, along the south east corridor of Floor B, inside Portland Coffee. co and inside the west stairwell on Floor C.
    • Baby changing facilities are located along the south west corridor of Floor C in the Portland Building.
    • Standard shower facilities are located along the south west corridor of Floor B in the Portland Building.

Getting Here (University Park South Entrance)

  • 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 South Entrance is accessed off the A6005 (University Boulevard), which leads off the A52 (Clifton Boulevard).
      Satnav users can use NG7 2RD for the quickest and most accurate journey. 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).
      Satnav 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.
      The South Entrance can also be accessed via buses that serve University Boulevard via the Skylink Nottingham service, the 18 and Indigo Service. The stop is known as South Entrance (Stop UN04).
      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.
    • For more information on bus services for the University Park Campus please click here (opens new tab).
  • By Train View
  • By Tram View
    • The nearest tram stop is University of Nottingham.
    • 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 South Entrance is the University of Nottingham stop.
    • For more information on Nottingham trams please click here (opens new tab).
  • Useful Links View

Useful Information

Building Parking (Malone Atrium)

  • The building does have its own dedicated parking.
  • Building Car Park View
    • The car park can be used by Blue Badge holders.
    • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
    • The car park is located before the Malone Atrium entrance.
    • 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 and signposted.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 452cm x 244cm.
    • 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 9m (9yd 2ft) from the Malone Atrium 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 slopes/ramps.
    • 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.
  • Comments View
    • There is a ramp to overcome before gaining access to the Malone Atrium.

Outside Access (Malone Atrium)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located in front of the Malone Atrium.
    • This entrance gives access to Floor C on the north west of the Portland Building.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Malone Atrium'.
    • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
    • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) both ways.
    • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 236cm.
  • Ramp/Slope View
    • The ramp/slope is located from the car park to the Malone Atrium entrance.
    • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
    • The ramp/slope is permanent.
    • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • Comments View
    • There are some uneven surfaces on the approach to the Malone Atrium entrance (see photograph 4).

Inside Access (Malone Atrium)

  • Access and Circulation View
    • There is step-free access throughout the area.
    • The type of flooring is carpet and laminate.
    • There is flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • 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 area does not play background music/sound.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Comments View
    • The Malone Atrium gives access to the Student Service Centre, north west Floor C of the Portland Building, Student Union Officers and the changing places.
    • The door to Student Union Officers is a single door.
    • The door opens towards you (pull).
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door is 100cm.
    • There is a slight lip to overcome to access the Student Union Officers.
    • The door to the changing places is a single door.
    • The door opens towards you (pull).
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The width of the door is 100cm.
    • The door to the north west Floor C of the Portland Building is a single door with a locked leaf extension.
    • The door opens towards you (pull).
    • The door may be difficult to open.
    • The door width is 84cm.
    • The door to the Student Service Centre is a double door.
    • The door is automatic push pad entry and exit.
    • The doors opens towards you (automatically).
    • The width of the door is 204cm.
    • The height of the entry push pad is 75cm.
    • The height of the exit push pad is 118cm.

Other Floors (Djanogly Terrace Stairwell)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are located after the Djanogly Terrace entrance.
    • The stairs are approximately 8m from the Djanogly Terrace entrance.
    • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
    • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are C, D and E.
    • 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.
  • Other Information View
    • The stairs split into two on Floors D and C.

Lift (South West Building Lift)

  • The lift is located to the left of as you enter through the main entrance on Floor B.
  • Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 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 A, B, C and D.
  • The weight limit for the lift is 1050kg.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
  • There is not 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 medium.
  • The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 120cm x 120cm (3ft 11in x 3ft 11in).
  • There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
  • The lift does not 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 not a hearing loop system.
  • The lift does not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

Getting Around (Floor C)

  • Access View
    • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
  • Circulation View
    • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl and laminate.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
    • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
    • There is bench seating and also a mixture of single seats with and without armrests at regular intervals.
    • The lighting levels are good.
  • Signage View
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • Floor plans/maps are available.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
    • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • 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 play background music in communal areas.
    • Music is played along the main corridors.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
    • There is a deaf alerter system in place.

Athena Swan Parenting Room

  • There is a parenting room located on Floor C of the Portland Building.
  • The parenting room is 8m from the south west building lift.
  • The door is a manual door.
  • The door opens away from you (push).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the door is 88cm.
  • The flooring is vinyl.
  • The dimensions of the room are 246cm x 258cm.
  • There is not an unobstructed 150cm x 150cm turning space inside the room.
  • There is a mixture of chairs with and without armrests.
  • Chairs are not fixed.
  • There is a table that is not fixed.
  • The height of the table is 38cm.
  • There is a standing counter.
  • The height of the counter is 89cm.
  • There is a baby changing table on top of the counter.
  • The height of the baby changing table is 105cm.
  • There is a fridge available.
  • The height of the fridge is 80cm.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The height of the wash basin is 103cm.
  • There is a fixed soap dispenser located above the wash basin.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 123cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser located above the wash basin.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 150cm.
  • There is a waste disposal bin.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • Access to this room is through security or via a code provided by an external member of staff.

Toilet with Adaptations (Floor C South East Corridor - Left Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located on Floor C along the south east building corridor.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the south west building lift.
    • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
    • 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 heavy.
    • The door is locked by a twist lock.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
    • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 164cm x 262cm (5ft 5in x 8ft 7in).
    • 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 92cm (3ft).
    • 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 no dropdown rail.
    • 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 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 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 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 not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • The toilet has a wall which acts as a backrest.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
    • The toilet seat visual 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 91cm (2ft 12in).
    • 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 100cm.
    • 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

Standard Toilet(s) (Floor C South East Corridor)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female and male toilets are located on Floor C along the south east corridor.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the south west building lift.
    • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
    • There is 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 85cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are good.