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Trent Building - Athena SWAN Parenting Room

First Floor Trent Building, University of Nottingham, University Park Campus, Nottingham, NG7 2RD

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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).
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Useful Information

Building Parking (East Car Park - Trent Building)

  • The building does have its own dedicated parking.
  • Building Car Park View
    • The car park can be used by permit holders and Blue Badge holders.
    • Parking charges apply for all users.
    • The car park is located next to the East Entrance, off Jubilee Avenue.
    • 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) markings are faded.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 256cm x 424cm.
    • 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 21m (22yd 2ft) from the Trent Building East 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 not 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.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • Comments View
    • This car park was not in general use at the time of the survey as it was being used as a site for temporary marquees.

Outside Access (Quad - Main Entrance)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located on the south side of the Quad.
    • This entrance gives access to A (Ground) floor.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Trent Building'.
    • 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
    • The width of the door opening is 168cm.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 146cm.
    • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

Counter (Security)

  • Counter View
    • The counter is located on the A (Ground) floor, in a corridor off the stairwell next to the Executive Office.
    • The counter is approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the Main Entrance.
    • Clear signage for the counter is visible from the entrance.
    • 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 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 not a lowered section of the counter.
    • The counter is staffed.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
    • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
  • Waiting Area View
    • There is not a waiting area close to the counter.
  • Comments View
    • The counter height is 96cm.
    • There are two manual single doors to open along the corridor leading to Security which may be difficult for some people to open.
    • There is a stepped exit out to the Quad from the Security area (see photographs 2 to 4).
    • The door opens towards you (pull) and has a closer so may be difficult for some people to exit.
    • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
    • There are 2 steps immediately beyond the exit which are clearly marked.
    • The heights of the steps are 14cm and 10cm.
    • The steps do not have handrails.
    • There is a bell outside the exit for people who need assistance at a height of 98cm, the bell was broken at the time of the survey.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
    • There is stepped access to the 'L1 - West - Toilet/Shower Rooms', the 'Male - Great Hall - Senate Chamber Corridor Stair' standard toilet and the stage in the Great Hall.
    • There is no Lower Ground floor on the north side of the building.
      The Lower Ground floor has 3 split levels.
      The main (South) lift gives access to the upper section (L1) and the lower section (LG) where the café and East Drive corridor are located.
      This lift does not serve the middle section of the lower ground floor but there is a platform lift between the lowest and middle sections at either end of the south corridor.
      There is no internal access to A (Ground) floor in the north side of the building from the south side.
      This means you have to exit the building via the Main Entrance, cross the Quad and re-enter via the North Entrance.
      Please note there are no accessible toilet facilities on the north side of the building.
      There is internal access between the north and south sides of the building on B (First) and C (Second) floors.
  • Circulation View
    • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
    • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet, tiles and wood.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • There is high colour 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.
    • 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 not play background music in communal areas.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
    • There are some hearing assistance systems in some of the teaching/seminar rooms.

Lift (South)

  • The lift is for staff use only.
  • The lift is located at the east end of the south corridor, next to the Executive Office.
  • Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 43m (47yd 1in) 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 LG, L1, A, B and C.
  • The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not 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 colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
  • The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
  • The clear door width is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The dimensions of the lift are 160cm x 132cm (5ft 3in x 4ft 4in).
  • There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
  • There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • There is not 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 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 low to moderate.
  • The L1 floor is for access to the LG25 and LG27 Computer Rooms and the toilet/shower rooms.
    The lower ground floor has 3 split levels and this lift gives access to the upper section (L1) and the lower section (LG) where the café and East Drive corridor (currently closed for construction work) are located.
    This lift does not serve the middle section of the lower ground floor but there is a platform lift between the lowest and middle sections.

Other Floors (South Corridor - East)

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are located at the east end of the south corridor, next to the Executive Office.
    • The stairs are approximately 38m from the Main Entrance.
    • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
    • There are manual, double doors to access the stairs from L1.
      The doors have closers and may be difficult for some people to open.
    • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are LG, L1, A, B and C.
    • 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 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.

Location of Room(s)

Parenting Room B2a

  • There is a single door to access this room.
  • The door opens away from you (push).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door is 65cm.
  • A code is required to gain access to the room.
  • There is not a 150cm x 150cm turning space inside the room.
  • The furniture cannot be moved to create a turning space.
  • The flooring is carpeted with no uneven surfaces.
  • The furniture is not fixed.
  • There is a fridge
  • The height of the fridge is 78cm.
  • There are chairs with armrests on both sides.
  • There are chairs without armrests.
  • There are tables that are not fixed.
  • The height of the table is 40cm.
  • The room dimensions are 152cm x 350cm.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is not a flashing fire beacon.

Accessible Toilet(s) (A (Ground) Floor - South Corridor - West)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located on A (Ground) floor, next to the Great Hall.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) 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 Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
    • 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 good.
    • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
    • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
  • Toilet Features View
    • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 380cm (4ft 11in x 12ft 6in).
    • 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
    • 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 good.
    • 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 good.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
    • 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 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.
    • 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 colour contrast is poor.
    • 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 106cm (3ft 6in).
    • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
    • 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).
    • 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 good.
    • 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 98cm.
    • There is a towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is good.
    • There is not a hand dryer.

Standard Toilet(s) (A (Ground) Floor - South Corridor)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The male toilet is located off the south corridor between the Main Entrance foyer and the Executive Office.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 30m from the Main Entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • 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 94cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Toilet Facilities 2 View
    • The female toilet is located on the ground floor in the corridor leading to Security.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 42m from the Main Entrance.
    • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
    • 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 94cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
    • Lighting levels are moderate to good.