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Aspen House

University of Roehampton, Froebel College, Roehampton Lane, London, SW15 5PJ

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Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free and level.
  • There is a long slope with a very easy gradient on the approach to the entrance.
  • The most accessible entrance surveyed was the only entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is not step-free access between floors.
    • There is not step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the first floor upwards.
  • Circulation View
    • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include narrow walkways.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located straight ahead after the Clarence Lane entrance to the Froebel College campus.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of loose chippings.
    • There are no designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • There is an access barrier on the approach from the car park.
    • Access to the side of the barrier is width restricted to 65cm.
    • There is a key card reader at a height of 110cm to raise the barrier.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for permit holders only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located to the centre of the building, opposite Willow House.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 79cm.
  • There is a single automatic door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 79cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 106cm.

Kitchen (Flat 1)

  • The kitchen is located on the ground floor, at the end of the corridor in Flat 1, on the left.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is a single automatic door, which is push pad activated.
  • The height of the push pad is 106cm.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 74cm.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad to exit.
  • The height of the push pad is 97cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • The work surface is 91cm from the floor.
  • A height adjustable work surface is available.
  • The height adjustable work surface has a knee recess.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • A height adjustable hob is available.
  • The height adjustable hob has a knee recess.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 90cm from the floor.
  • A height adjustable sink is available.
  • The height adjustable sink has a knee recess.
  • The sink has lever mixer taps.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a freezer, a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are similar kitchens throughout Aspen House.

Laundry Room

  • The laundry room is located on the ground floor within the lobby between Flat 1 and Flat 2.
  • There is step-free level access into the laundry room.
  • There is a single automatic door, which is push pad activated.
  • The height of the push pad is 106cm.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 75cm.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad to exit.
  • The height of the push pad is 106cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Facilities within the laundry room include a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
  • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs are located on the left after the entrance.
  • The ground, first, second, and third floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • The handrails are not easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.