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Parkstead House

University of Roehampton, Whitelands College, Holybourne Avenue, London, SW15 4JD

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Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free via slopes with a very easy gradient.
  • There are 2 entrances, the main entrance to the front of the building, and a side entrance to the left of the building.
  • The main access to the building is via the main entrance to the front of the building.
  • This entrance is step-free and level with automatic doors.
  • The side entrance has manual doors only.
  • The main entrance is signed 'Whitelands College Welcome'.
  • The side entrance is not named or signed.
  • The most accessible entrance is the main entrance, which provides step-free level access to the reception foyer on the ground floor.
  • There is a slope with a steep gradient for access to the side entrance to the left of the building.

Getting Around

  • There is largely step-free level access throughout the building.
  • There are some circulation routes with ramps to overcome steps, and steps which can be overcome by using a different route.
  • There are also some rooms which have only stepped access.
  • There is a short slope with a slight gradient at the start of the corridor from the rear-right of the reception area towards the lecture theatres and the rest of the ground floor.
  • There is a short slope with a slight gradient from the rear-left of the reception area towards teaching rooms and other areas of the ground floor.
  • There is a long slope with a slight gradient on the first floor to the rear of the building to overcome steps to Chambers Rooms 134 - 136 Ruskin and Bessborough off Stair B.
  • There is a short slope with a steep gradient on the first floor for access to rooms 140 and 141.
  • There is a long slope with a slight gradient on the second floor to the rear of the building to overcome steps to room 236.
  • There are numerous slopes with slight and steep gradients throughout the third floor, including for access on a slope with a steep gradient from the Stair D lift, and to the toilet with adaptations.
  • There is a narrow walkway on the ground floor to the rear of the building for access to PH.G26-G27 - Prayer Room and Lounge; teaching rooms PH.G22 and PH.G23, and the Archives.
  • There is no through access between the left-hand and right-hand sides of the rear of the building on the first and second floors.
  • There is only stepped access to rooms 137 Richmond, and 138 Hopkins on the first floor via an ornamental staircase.
  • There are 5 medium height steps with handrails on both sides on the first floor to the rear of the building for access to Chambers Rooms 134 - 136 Ruskin and Bessborough, off Stair B.
  • There are 4 medium height steps with handrails on both sides on the first floor to the rear of the building for access to Chambers Rooms 101 - 127 and 137 - 152 Hopkins, Ponsonby and Richmond, near Stair B. Step-free access to these areas is via either of the lifts near Stair D or Stair C.
  • There are 4 medium height steps with handrails on both sides on the first floor to the rear-left of the building for access to room 142.
  • There is only stepped access to Room 241 off Stair A on the second floor.
  • There are 4 medium height steps with a handrail on the left-hand side going up on the second floor to the rear of the building for access to room 236.
  • There is only stepped access to rooms 237 to 241 on the second floor via Stair B, or the ornamental staircase.
  • Floor surfaces along all circulation routes are hard and smooth.
  • There are some rough surfaces along the main access corridor to the rear of the building on the ground floor which is set to stone paving slabs which may be shiny.
  • There are resting areas in some circulation and lobby areas with a mixture of seating.
  • Wall mounted wayfinding signage is provided throughout the building.
  • There are automatic doors from reception to ground floor areas to the left of the building and into the enclosed Main Courtyard, however further access into the building is via manual doors.
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes throughout the building, some of which may be permanently held open.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 6 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located on the ground floor, along the right-hand corridor after reception; on the lower ground floor, next to Stair C, and near to Stair D; and on the first, second and third floors along the corridor towards the front of the building.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • All toilets with adaptations have a transfer space on the left-hand side, with the exception of the toilet with adaptations on the third floor, which has a transfer space on the right-hand side.
    • The male and female step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, along the right-hand corridor after reception, and also to the rear of the building; on the lower ground floor towards the rear of the building, next to Stair C; on the first floor towards the front of the building, and also in the Whitelands Café and Sett Bar; and on the second floor towards the front of the building.
    • The shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the lower ground floor towards the front of the building, next to Stair D; and on the third floor to the front of the building.
    • The female and male step-free standard toilets with bidet function are located on the ground floor, along the right-hand corridor after reception, and also to the rear of the building.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located within the female and male standard toilets on the lower ground floor to the rear of the building, next to Stair C; and within the toilet with adaptations and the shared standard toilets on the lower ground floor towards the front of the building, near to Stair D.
    • Female and male ritual washing facilities are located on the ground floor along the right-hand corridor after reception.

Rooms and Services in the Building (Ground Floor)

Rooms and Services in the Building (First Floor)

Rooms and Services in the Building (Second Floor)

Rooms and Services in the Building (Third Floor)

Parking (Whitelands College Campus Car Park)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in the centre of the Whitelands College Campus.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays have faded markings.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 470cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 130cm.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • The nearest designated bay is 25m from Parkstead House main entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy ramp or slope, uneven surfaces and narrow walkways.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for staff permit holders only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Main)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building.
  • The entrance area is 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 91cm.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 101cm.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 115cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The second set of doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 111cm.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.

Reception

  • The reception is located on the right after the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 7m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 76cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • The flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • Some chairs are fixed.

Lift (Stair D)

  • The lift surveyed is located to the right of the building.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 52m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has a slight ramp or slope, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
  • The lower ground, ground, first, second and third floor are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 88cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 108cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a similar lift to the rear-right of the building, next to the Whitelands Canteen.
  • The lower ground, ground and first floor are accessed by this lift.

Stairs (Stair D)

  • The stairs surveyed are located to the right of the building.
  • There is a single automatic door to access the stairwell.
  • There is a single manual door to access the stairwell on the third floor.
  • The lower ground, ground, first, second and third floor can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 20+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps have open risers.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There are similar sets of stairs to the left of the building (Stair E), to the rear-right of the building (Stair C), to the rear of the building (Stair B), and to the rear-left of the building (Stair A).
  • There is no access to any lower ground floor facilities or the third floor using Stair E, Stair B, or Stair A.
  • There is also an ornamental staircase to the rear of the building for stepped-only access to rooms 137 Richmond, and 138 Hopkins on the first floor; and rooms 237 to 241 on the second floor.
  • There is only stepped access to Room 241 via Stair A.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the ground floor, along the right-hand corridor after reception.
    • The distance from the main entrance is 35m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has a slight ramp or slope and doors permanently held open.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens automatically and has a low visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 90cm.
    • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 148cm (width) x 213cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 90cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 70cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 85cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 84cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 87cm.
    • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • The door has a touch sensor lock.