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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the grounds include; Dagfa House and The Woodlands.
  • Dagfa House link (new tab) - click here.

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Accommodation Summary

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• Parking and Transport View
  • The accommodation does not have its own parking facilities.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There is not a university bus service stop within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
• Residence Information View
  • This residence is made up of 2 buildings.
  • The residence surveyed was The Woodlands.
• Accessible Accommodation Information View
  • There is an/are accessible room(s) within the accommodation.
  • The accommodation has 2 accessible room(s) with accessible bathroom facilities.
  • There is/are 2 accessible room(s) with a wet room/wheel in shower.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the accessible room(s).
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • The accessible toilet facilities are located within the accessible rooms.
• Standard Accommodation Information View
  • There is standard accommodation on the ground floor.
  • Ground floor accommodation does have level access.
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors cannot be accessed by lift.
  • Standard accommodation has ensuites with stepped shower cubicles.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the standard room(s).
• Amenities and Communal Facilities View
  • Communal facilities within this residence include a staffed reception, a launderette and a common room.
  • The communal facilities for the accommodation surveyed include; a kitchen and a study area.
• Additional Accessibility Aids View
  • There is a deaf alert system available on request.
  • Bed raisers are not available on request.
  • Portable hoists are not available on request.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Dagfa is located along Salthouse Lane to the South West of the University Park Campus South West Entrance. Salthouse Lane can be accessed off Broadgate B6464 approximately 2.7 miles to the South West of Nottingham City Centre.
  • There is on street parking along Salthouse Lane.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The nearest bus stop is the Salthouse Lane bus stop which serves routes 36 and Indigo Routes. The stop is located at Broadgate and is approximately 100m from the venue.
  • For more information on bus services for the University of Nottingham please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Beeston.
  • The venue s is approximately 1.1 miles to the North of Beeston Station which is an approximately 25 min walk or can be done using public transport.
    This station is served by the CrossCountry and East Midlands Rail.
    The University Park Campus is approximately 3.2 miles to the west of Nottingham Station, approximately an hours walk or a short journey by public transport.
    This station is served by the CrossCountry, East Midlands and Northern Rail.
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  • For more information on getting to the university by train please click here (opens new tab).
• By Tram View
  • The nearest tram stop is Middle Street Tram Stop.
  • The nearest tram station is Middle Street Tram Stop located approximately 1.1 miles to the south of the venue.
  • 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. Disability Services are based at Cherry Tree Lodge, University Park Campus, Nottingham, NG7 2RD.
• To see more information on Disability Support Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0115 82 32070.
• Email: [email protected].
• Campus day visitors should park in one of the pay and display car parks on campus. Blue Badge car parking spaces are available. Day vouchers may also be issued and parking for events may be catered for by contacting the parking team. Parking permits are available to staff, students, associates, contractors and residents. Blue Badge car parking is free in all car parks within marked disabled spaces with a blue badge and permit clearly displayed. If marked disabled bays are full then general parking spaces can be used. A temporary blue badge scheme is operated by the Security Office to allow temporary parking by permit holders in a disabled space for a maximum of eight weeks.
• To see more information on Security Office - Car Parking please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0115 95 13557.
• Email: [email protected].
• For all enquiries concerning your accommodation, catered and self-catering, please contact your welcome point or reception.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0115 74 87600.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Students' Union is available to help you with information, advice and representation around all aspects of student welfare and education, such as financial, housing and course issues. It is a confidential and impartial Students' Union service, to help you find the solutions to issues or problems you may be facing.
• To see more information on Students' Union Advice please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0115 84 68730.
• Email: [email protected]..
• University of Nottingham Libraries are here to support your studies and research through access to an extensive print and online library collections, drop-in and bookable study spaces plus resources and workshops. The eight libraries are home to subject-specific resources but you're welcome to use any location.
• To see more information on Library Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0115 95 16393.
• Email: [email protected]..

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• 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).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Salthouse Lane.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (The Woodlands Gate)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off of Salthouse Lane.
  • This entrance gives access to Woodlands premises.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 110cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The exit push pad or push button is 120cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 124cm.

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Outside Access (Woodlands Flats 5-10)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in the centre of the Woodlands accommodation block.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Flats 5 - 10'.
  • 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 104cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The exit push pad or push button is 119cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 97cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.
• Comments View
  • Townhouses 13 and 14 have similar entrances (photographs 6 to 8).

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Accommodation (Room 6)

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• Accessible Room Information View
  • This type of accessible room is located on the ground floor of flat 5.
  • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
  • All accessible rooms of this type have similar specifications.
  • Residents need to open a door between the entrance and the room(s).
  • The room surveyed does not have an adjoining room.
• Accessible Room Features View
  • The accessible room surveyed is located within flat 5.
  • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was room 6.
  • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed.
  • The visual contrast between the external room door and wall is high.
  • The door is manual with a key lock.
  • The keyhole height is 86cm.
  • The width of the door is 87cm.
  • There are lowered spy holes available.
  • The visual contrast between the internal room door and wall is high.
  • The bed height is not adjustable.
  • The height of the bed is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 5cm (2in).
  • The bed is not moveable.
  • The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
  • The height of the desk is 73cm.
  • The desk is height adjustable.
  • The desk knee recess does not have the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
  • The height and depth of the knee recess is 61cm x 52cm.
  • The room surveyed had a height adjustable chair with armrests.
  • Wardrobes have not been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are not between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
  • The window controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not an emergency alarm in the room.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • The visual contrast between the room walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels in the room are moderate to good.
• Bathroom Facilities View
  • This information relates to the ensuite.
  • The visual contrast between the external bathroom door and wall is high.
  • The bathroom door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the door into the bathroom is 87cm.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is high.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 277cm x 168cm.
  • The bathroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The bathroom has a non-slip floor.
  • The visual contrast between the bathroom walls and floor is medium.
  • There is not an emergency alarm within the bathroom.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the bathroom.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • 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 immediately next to or behind the toilet.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin 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.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The lighting levels in the bathroom are good.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 74cm.
  • 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 visual 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 rails 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 visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
• Shower Details View
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • Shower controls have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower.
  • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.

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Accommodation (Room 1)

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• Accessible Room Information View
  • This type of accessible room is located on the ground floor of flat 5.
  • There is step-free access to this type of accessible room.
  • All accessible rooms of this type have similar specifications.
  • Residents need to open a door between the entrance and the room(s).
  • The room surveyed does not have an adjoining room.
• Accessible Room Features View
  • The accessible room surveyed is located on the ground floor of flat 5.
  • The accessible room surveyed at the time of the visit was room 1.
  • There is step-free access to the accessible room surveyed.
  • The visual contrast between the external room door and wall is high.
  • The door is manual with a key lock.
  • The keyhole height is 86cm.
  • The width of the door is 87cm.
  • There are lowered spy holes available.
  • The visual contrast between the internal room door and wall is high.
  • The bed height is not adjustable.
  • The height of the bed is 57cm (1ft 10in).
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 5cm (2in).
  • The bed is not moveable.
  • The room does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
  • A member of staff can reconfigure the room furniture to create a turning space of 150cm x 150cm next to the bed.
  • The height of the desk is 80cm.
  • The desk is height adjustable.
  • The desk knee recess does not have the recommended dimensions of 70cm (height) x 50cm (depth).
  • The height and depth of the knee recess is 69cm x 53cm.
  • Wardrobes have not been adapted to allow use from a seated position.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • Electric sockets are not between 40cm and 100cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • The window control type(s) for the room is a/are standard lever(s).
  • The window controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not an emergency alarm in the room.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • The visual contrast between the room walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels in the room are moderate to good.
• Bathroom Facilities View
  • This information relates to the ensuite.
  • The visual contrast between the external bathroom door and wall is high.
  • The bathroom door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the door into the bathroom is 87cm.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is high.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 237cm x 278cm.
  • The bathroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The bathroom has a non-slip floor.
  • The visual contrast between the bathroom walls and floor is medium.
  • There is not an emergency alarm within the bathroom.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the bathroom.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf immediately next to or behind the toilet.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin 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 82cm.
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is not a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The lighting levels in the bathroom are good.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 100cm.
  • 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 visual 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 rails 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 visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
• Shower Details View
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is lever.
  • Shower controls have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 52cm (1ft 8in).
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available for the shower.
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • There is a single vertical grab rail to assist standing users.
  • The visual contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the shower dropdown rail(s) and wall is/are high.

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Kitchen/Dining Area (Flat 5)

• The kitchen/dining area is accessed by a single door with an opening width of over 75cm.
• Lowered work surfaces are not available.
• The height of the lowest work surface is 92cm.
• The kitchen does have an unobstructed floor space of at least 150cm × 150cm.
• There is not a knee recess under a work surface.
• A knee recess is provided adjacent to the sink and the hob.
• Knee recesses are at least 80cm wide.
• There are some low level cupboards.
• The height of the dining table is 71cm.
• There are dining chairs with and without armrests.
• There is a two seater sofa and a tv within the dining area.

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• Comments View
  • There are similar kitchens that are located in flats 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.

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Other Floors (Flats 5-10)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to the right as you enter flats 5-10.
  • The stairs are approximately 7m from the flats 5-10 entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 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 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 provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.
• Other Information View
  • The area(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are Flats 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10.

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Outside Access (Woodlands - Townhouse 2)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of townhouse 2.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Townhouse 2'.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 106cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The exit push pad or push button is 120cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• Comments View
  • Townhouses 3, 4 and 11 have similar entrances (photographs 5, 6 and 7).

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Outside Access (Woodlands - Townhouse 1)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of townhouse 1.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Townhouse 1'.
  • There is ramped/sloped 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 an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 104cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The exit push pad or push button is 120cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
• Comments View
  • Townhouse 12 has a similar entrance (photographs 5 and 6).

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Kitchen/Dining Area (Woodlands - Townhouse 2)

• The kitchen/dining area is accessed by a single door with an opening width of over 75cm.
• The doors are not push pad activated.
• Lowered work surfaces are not available.
• The height of the lowest work surface is 92cm.
• The kitchen does not have an unobstructed floor space of at least 150cm × 150cm.
• There is not a knee recess under a work surface.
• There are some low level cupboards.
• The height of the dining table is 70cm.
• There are dining chairs with and without armrests.

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• Comments View
  • There are similar kitchens in townhouses 1, 3 and 4 (photographs 6 to 12).

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Other Floors (Woodlands - Townhouse 2)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located ahead as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 3m from the Townhouse 18 entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2 and 3.
  • 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 the right going up.
  • 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 moderate to good.
• Other Information View
  • The area(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are accommodation rooms and shared toilets and showers.
• Comments View
  • There are similar staircases in townhouses 1, 3 and 4 (photographs 2 to 4).