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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the Faculty of Engineering Graduate School, space for collaborative interdisciplinary research groups, lecture theatres and meeting rooms.

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Lecture Theatre(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for A11 - Lecture Theatre 1 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for A14 - Lecture Theatre 2 please click here (new tab)
• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Design Studio 1 - D06 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Design Studio 1 - D07 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Design Studio 2 - E05 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Design Studio 2 - E06 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for E08 please click here (new tab)

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The campus is located to the west side of Sheffield City centre, off Netherthorpe Road and Upper Hanover Street, which can be accessed via the A61.
  • Limited parking is available at the site/campus car parks under Regent Court, on Mappin Street, and on Regent Terrace. Parking is by permit only.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stops are the Fitzwilliam Street and Mappin Street bus stops on West Street.
• By Train View
  • The nearest station is Sheffield. There is step free access by lift to all platforms. The station is 320m from the Sheffield Interchange, where buses are available to the campus, or 160m from the Sheffield Station tram stop which connects to the University of Sheffield tram stop on the Blue Line.
• By Tram View
  • The nearest tram stop is the West Street stop which is served by the Blue Line from Halfway and the Yellow Line from Meadowhall.
• Useful Links View
  • For more details on how to get to the University, please see the Maps and Travel Page.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For more information about University car parks and permits please click here.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For more information about public transport in South Yorkshire, and a journey planner, please click here.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
• AccessAble Related Links View
  • Route from Sheffield Railway Station to Bus Station AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.
  • Route from Sheffield Railway Station to Tram Stop AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.
  • University of Sheffield Tram Stop AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability and Dyslexia Support Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 222 1303.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Deaf Messaging Service please click here (opens new tab).
• This service provides a text alert from the University fire alarm system. Building codes for the system can be found at the web address provided.
• To see more information on Student Services Information Desk please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 222 1299.
• To see more information on Applicant Information Desk please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 222 8030.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 222 4488.
• Email: [email protected].

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Site/Campus Car Park (Sir Robert Hadfield Building (Category B))

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located in front of the Sir Robert Hadfield Building, off Badger Lane.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Sir Robert Hadfield Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 370cm x 610cm (12ft 2in x 20ft).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Sir Robert Hadfield Building or Newcastle Street.
  • This car park is clearly signposted from the building.
  • The nearest designated bay is 22m (24yd 2in) from the Sir Robert Hadfield Building Main Entrance.
• Comments View
  • The furthest 2 bays are not clearly marked or signposted.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Hawley Building, Pitt Street - Category B)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Pitt Street, adjacent to the Hawley Building.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Hawley Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • There is/are 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 370cm x 500cm (12ft 2in x 16ft 5in).
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Hawley Building.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Hawley Building.
  • The nearest designated bay is 38m (41yd 1ft) from the Hawley Building entrance.
• Comments View
  • This is a Category B car park.
  • Please see the University's website for more information about parking permits and categories.
  • Users of the Blue Badge bays must display either a Blue Badge or University D Badge.

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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 a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Sir Robert Hadfield Building.
  • The car park is located off Mappin Street.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Q Park Rockingham.
  • The car park is located off Portobello Street.
• 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 Newcastle Street.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A UCard is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 172cm (5ft 8in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Comments View
  • The swipe card reader is required between 18:00-08:00 on weeknights.
  • The entrance is closed at weekends.

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Entrance (Level D - Broad Lane Building Link Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level D, to the rear from the Broad Lane Building.
  • There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• Comments View
  • There are similar link entrances on Levels E and F above, where the double doors are 130cm wide.

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Entrance (Chemical Engineering (Sir Robert Hadfield) Building Link Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level D of the Chemical Engineering Building.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
  • The width of the door opening is 174cm (5ft 9in).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located leading up beyond the entrance.
  • There is / are 5 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides going up.
• Lift View
  • There is a lift to access this entrance.
  • The lift does bypass the step(s).
  • The lift does bypass the ramp.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar link entrance on Level E (photographs 5 and 6).
  • There is a further entrance on Level G which has an easy slope rather than steps.
  • There are handrails on both sides of the wide slope.
  • The lift is adjacent to these entrances.

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Reception

• Pam Liversidge reception is located just inside the main entrance.
• The desk is 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are bright.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • In the lecture theatres.

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Other Floors (A-C+)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are A, B, C, C+.
  • The stairs are located to the rear as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 22m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (A-F)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are A, B, C, C+, D, E, F.
  • The stairs are located to the rear left of the building, beyond the lift.
  • The stairs are approximately 52m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the rear left of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are A, B, C, C+, D, E, F and Hatfield Building D, E and G.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• The weight limit for the lift is 2000kg.
• The lift is approximately 51m (55yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 130cm (4ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 225cm x 172cm (7ft 5in x 5ft 8in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift has a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located to the left of the ground floor, before the lifts.
  There are accessible toilets near the lifts on all floors.
  
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located to the left of the ground floor, before the lifts.
  There are standard toilets near the lifts on all floors..

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Accessible Toilet(s)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter.
  • 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 pictorial and tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm (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 153cm x 226cm (5ft x 7ft 5in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • 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 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet does not have a backrest or 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 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
  • 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 fair.
  • The wash basin tap type is sensor.
  • 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 94cm.
  • 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 good.
• Comments View
  • This is a díb kleanstreet style toilet with a hand held controller.
  • The controller is mounted at 120cm
  • There is a similar accessible toilet opposite this which requires a RADAR key for entry. A member of staff on each floor can provide a RADAR key.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level B)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level B, to the right from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
  • 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 157cm x 223cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 4in).
  • 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • 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 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 sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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 within the accessible toilet.
  • 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 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
  • 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • 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 sensor.
  • 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 93cm.
  • 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 good.
• Comments View
  • This is a díb kleanstreet style toilet with a hand held controller.
  • The controller is mounted at 120cm
  • There are similar toilets in the same locations on the upper floors with alternating transfer sides per floor.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the left as you enter.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 45m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • The information above relates to the female toilet. There is a different configuration of rails in the male toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • There are similar toilets in the same location on the upper floors.

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Accessible Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located to the left as you enter, adjacent to the accessible toilets.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 54cm (1ft 9in).
• Other facilities available include; drop down rails.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.