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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include student services, shops, restaurants and cafés.
• Student Union - Link Building link (new tab) - click here.
• Student Union - Graves Building link (new tab) - click here.
• Octagon Centre link (new tab) - click here.

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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.
    Follow the directions detailed on the University website Maps and Travel page (see below).
  • There are University-owned public car parks on Durham Road and Solly Street.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stops are the University of Sheffield/Western Bank bus stops on Western Bank.
• By Train View
  • The nearest station is Sheffield. Sheffield is at the heart of the UK railway network, so is easily accessed from most of the country.
    There is step free access by lift to all platforms at the station. 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 University of Sheffield 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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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
  • The name of the car park is Q-Park Durham Road.
  • The car park is located behind the Students’ Union building, on Durham Road.
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• 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 step free 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 127cm (4ft 2in).
  • There is 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 136cm (4ft 6in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The 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 146cm (4ft 9in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Comments View
  • There are 152cm wide heavy, double doors which open towards you for access to the Link Building.
  • The automatic doors and alternate routes can be used to bypass the manual doors.

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Outside Access (West Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear left side of the building, off Durham Road/Glossop Lane.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • A UCard is required for access at this entrance.
  • There is 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 double.
  • The width of the door opening is 152cm (4ft 12in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 132cm (4ft 4in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • There is / are 7 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

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Outside Access (South Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the building, on Glossop Road.
  • There is step free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located leading up from the level below.
  • There is / are 15+ step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
• Lift View
  • There is a lift to access this entrance.
  • The lift does bypass the step(s).

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Lift (South Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the rear of the building.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G,1(3).
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400 Kg.
• The lift is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the South Entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 95cm (3ft 1in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 97cm x 137cm (3ft 2in x 4ft 6in).
• There are not 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 does not have 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 bright.

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Entrance (Octagon Link Entrance (to Level 4))

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the first floor of the Octagon centre.
  • 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) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 178cm (5ft 10in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • 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 178cm (5ft 10in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located leading up the link corridor.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located adjacent to the link lift.
  • 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 not bypass the ramp.

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Lift (Octagon Link Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in front of the second set of doors.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are (Octagon) 1, (Universities House) 4.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400Kg.
• The lift is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the Octagon Link Entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 95cm (3ft 1in).
• The lift door is manual, heavy and opens outwards.
• The dimensions of the lift are 97cm x 140cm (3ft 2in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 does not have 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 bright.

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Entrance (Link Building Link Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left as you enter.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • The width of the door opening is 207cm (6ft 9in).
• Comments View
  • There are further link entrances to the rear and on Level 4.

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Reception

• Welcome Desk is located opposite the main entrance.
• The desk is 17m (18yd 1ft) 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 medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is not 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 no 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.
  • There is a hearing loop at the Welcome Desk reception. There are also hearing lops available at some of the service desks, check each section for details.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 3, 4.
  • The stairs are located to the right as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 12m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell on the first floor.
  • 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 (Tower Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter from the west.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 3, 4, 5, 6.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1000Kg.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the West entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 151cm x 125cm (4ft 11in x 4ft 1in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is 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 bright.

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Student Advice Centre

• The service is located on level 3.
• There are doors leading into the Student Advice Centre.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 215cm (7ft 1in) wide.
• There is level access once inside the service/area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in this service/area.
• There is a reception desk/counter.
• The desk/counter is medium in height.
• The desk does not have a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is not available only on request.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are not trained to use system.
• The Student Advice Centre is open between 09:00-17:00 from Monday-Friday.

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SSiD Information for Students and Visitors

• The service is located on level 3.
• There are doors leading into the SSiD Information for Students and Visitors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 173cm (5ft 8in) wide.
• There is level access once inside the service/area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in this service/area.
• There is a reception desk/counter.
• The desk/counter is high in height.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are not trained to use system.
• The SSiD Information for Students and Visitors is open between 09:00-17:00 from Monday-Friday.

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Student Job Shop

• The service is located on level 3.
• There are doors leading into the Student Job Shop.
• The doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 94cm (3ft 1in) wide.
• There is level access once inside the service/area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in this service/area.
• There is a reception desk/counter.
• The desk/counter is low in height.
• The desk does not have a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are not trained to use system.
• The Student Job Shop is open between 10:00-15:00 from Monday-Friday.

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Smart Move Sheffield

• The service is located to the right as you enter the south entrance.
• There are 146cm wide automatic double doors.
• There is level access once inside the service/area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in this service/area.
• There is a reception desk/counter.
• The desk/counter is low in height.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are not trained to use system.
• Smart Move Sheffield is open between 10:00-17:00 from Monday-Friday.

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Our Shop

• The service is located on level 3.
• There are not doors leading into the Our Shop.
• The door opening is 400cm (13ft 1in) wide.
• There is level access once inside the service/area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in this service / area.
• There is a reception desk / counter.
• The desk / counter is medium in height.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are not trained to use system.
• Our Shop is open from 08:30-19:00 between Monday-Thursday, 08:30-18:00 on Friday and 10:00-16:00 on Saturday.

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Sheffield Store

• The service is located on level 3.
• There are not doors leading into Sheffield Store.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in this service / area.
• There is a reception desk / counter.
• The desk / counter is medium in height.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are not trained to use system.
• The Sheffield Store is open between 09:30-17:30 from Monday-Thursday and 12:00-16:00 on Friday.

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Box Office

• The service is located on level 3.
• There are not doors leading into the Box Office.
• The desk/counter is medium in height.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use system.

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New Leaf

• The service is located on level 3.
• There are not doors leading into the New Leaf.
• The door opening is 600cm (19ft 8in) wide.
• There is level access once inside the service/area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in this service/area.
• There is a reception desk/counter.
• The desk/counter is high in height.
• The desk has a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is available only on request.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are not trained to use system.
• New Leaf is open between 11:00-15:30 from Monday-Friday.

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Grill & Go

• The service is located on level 3.
• There are doors leading into the Grill & Go.
• The doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in) wide.
• There is level access once inside the service/area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in this service/area.
• There is a reception desk/counter.
• The desk/counter is high in height.
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Reception (Income Office - Level 6)

• Income Office is located on Level 6, through to the left from the lift.
• The desk is 28m (30yd 1ft) from the lift.
• Clear signage for the reception area is visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area, via lift.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are bright.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• 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 a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.

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• Comments View
  • The Income Office is open between 11:00-15:00 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

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Reception (Student Administration Service - Level 6)

• Student Administration Service is located on Level 6, through to the right from the lift.
• The desk is 19m (20yd 2ft) from the lift.
• Clear signage for the reception area is visible from the lift.
• There is step free access to this reception area, via lift.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are bright.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• 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 a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.

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• Comments View
  • The Student Administration Service is open between 09:00-16:30 from Monday-Friday.

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Reception (Student Support & Guidance - Level 6)

• Student Support & Guidance is located on Level 6, through to the right from the lift.
• The desk is 31m (33yd 2ft) from the lift.
• Clear signage for the reception area is visible from the lift.
• There is step free access to this reception area, via lift.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are bright.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• 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 a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.

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• Comments View
  • There is a staff only accessible toilet to the right of this desk, which can be used by asking staff.
  • Student Support & Guidance is open between 09:00-16:30 from Monday-Friday.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located to the rear of Level 3, right as you enter the South entrance.
  To the rear of Level 4, left from the lift.
  To the rear of the Level 5 restaurant, near the suites.
  
  There is an additional staff accessible toilet on Level 6 which may be available upon request.
  There is a further accessible toilet in the Level 5 restaurant, and more in the adjoining buildings/services, please refer to the separate guides for details.
  
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located to the rear of Level 3, right as you enter the South entrance.
  To the rear of Level 4, left from the lift.
  To the rear of the Level 5 restaurant, near the suites.
  
  There are further standard toilets in the adjoining buildings, please refer to the separate guides for details,.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 3)

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the building, to the right from the South entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 33m (36yd 3in) from the South 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 signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • 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 244cm x 265cm (8ft x 8ft 8in).
  • 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 178cm (5ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush 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 poor.
  • 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 fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • 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, nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with 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 backrest.
  • 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • 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 fair.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
  • 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 height of the towel dispenser is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is poor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available.
  • The height of the baby change table is 83cm.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 4)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 4, to the right from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens by sliding.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door does not have 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 170cm x 240cm (5ft 7in x 7ft 10in).
  • 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 102cm (3ft 4in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush 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 fair.
  • 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 fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The alarm did not sound when tested.
  • 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 backrest and a cistern.
  • 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 poor.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 114cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 109cm (3ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is fair.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar accessible toilet near the function suites on Level 5, beyond the Inox restaurant.
  • The function suites toilet is shown in photographs 3 and 4.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the rear of the building.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 36m from the South entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The shared toilet is located on Level 4, to the left from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 4m from the lift.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a shower accessed via 1 deep step and a changing bench in this toilet.