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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a library, group study areas, and a computer suite.
• Arts Tower link (new tab) - click here.

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Computer Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for The Wolfson Suite - 4010 please click here (new tab)

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Opening Times (Western Bank Library)

• Monday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 21:00.
• Saturday 10:00 - 21:00.
• Sunday 10:00 - 21:00.

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Opening Times (Special Collections Heritage and Archive)

• Monday 10:00 - 12:30.
• Monday 13:30 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 10:00 - 12:30.
• Tuesday 13:30 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 10:00 - 12:30.
• Wednesday 13:30 - 16:00.
• Thursday 10:00 - 12:30.
• Thursday 13:30 - 16:00.
• Friday Closed.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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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 off Bolsover Street and Winter Street. Parking is by permit only.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stops are the Mushroom Lane bus stops on Winter 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 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 Tramp 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 have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located to the left hand side of the building, on the terrace level.
  • 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 218cm x 464cm (7ft 2in x 15ft 3in).
  • 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 16m (17yd 1ft) from the Terrace 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 uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is block paving.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff and students within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Tower Court - Arts Tower Car Park (Category B).
  • The car park is located off Bolsover Street.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• 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.
• Comments View
  • Photographs 1 - 4 show the building car park.
  • Photographs 5 - 8 show the Tower Court car park.

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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 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 147cm (4ft 10in).
• 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 134cm (4ft 5in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Comments View
  • The UCard reader is only used for out of hours access to this entrance.
  • The UCard reader activates the single door to the left of the main doors.
  • The height of the push pads is 89cm - 95cm from the floor.

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Outside Access (Terrace Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the left hand side of the building, opposite Firth Court.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is 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 192cm (6ft 4in).
• 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 188cm (6ft 2in).

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Entrance (Arts Tower Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the link bridge from the mezzanine floor of the Arts Tower.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • 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 double.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 156cm (5ft 1in).

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Entrance (Accessible Entrance to lift)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level G ahead and slightly to the left as you enter through the main entrance.
  • 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) by sliding.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 91cm (2ft 12in).
• Comments View
  • Students that need to use this entrance will have the security access added to their Ucard when they start at the University.

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Entrance (Special Collections, Heritage and Archive)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 4.
  • 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 double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm (2ft 6in).

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Reception (Welcome Desk)

• Welcome Desk is located on Level M, ahead as you enter via the Terrace Entrance.
• The desk is 17m (18yd 1ft) from the Terrace 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 moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is not 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 not signed.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 29/03/2023.
• The hearing assistance system was not working at the time of testing.

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• Comments View
  • There are security barriers to enter the library and access the Welcome Desk.
  • The height to the UCard scanner is 107cm.
  • The width of the barriers is 52cm.
  • There is a wider barrier adjacent to the desk, which is operated by a member of staff.
  • The width of the wider barrier is 86cm.
  • There are manual barriers to exit the Library.
  • The width of the exit barriers is 90cm.

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Reception (Facilities Assistants Lodge)

• Facilities Assistants Lodge is located on Level G, to the left as you enter via the main entrance.
• The desk is 4m (4yd 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 moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is not staffed.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • If the desk is not manned there is a phone and instructions on how to contact the facilities assistant to the left hand side of the desk.
  • There is seating in this area.
  • The seats are sofas.
  • There are desks with chairs in this area.
  • The height of the desks is 72cm.
  • The chairs do not have armrest.
  • There is a self-return desk in this area.
  • The height to the top of the touchscreens is 149cm.
  • The height to the drop box slot is 97cm.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
  • There is/are 3 clearly marked step(s), with no handrails, for access to the standard male toilets on Level G.
  • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • This level change is shown in photograph 12.
  • There is a steep ramp, with handrails on both sides, for access to the lift lobby on Level G.
  • The width of the ramp is 136cm (4ft 6in).
  • This level change is shown in photographs 13 - 16.
  • There is/are 5 clearly marked step(s), with a handrail on the right going up, for access to Level 4 from the Welcome Desk and Level M.
  • The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
  • There is a platform lift which overcomes the steps.
  • This level change is shown in photographs 17 and 18.
  • There are not 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 good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • This building does not play background music.

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Other Floors (Ground to Mezzanine)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, M.
  • The stairs are located ahead and to the right as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 6m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • 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 (2 to 6)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
  • The stairs are located at the centre of the library, next to the main lift.
  • The stairs are approximately 2m from the main lift.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
• Comments View
  • There is no access to the stairs from the entrance areas on Level G and Level M.
  • Between levels 5-6 there are 12 deep steps with handrails both sides and no landing, or 15+ medium steps with a landing to the Architecture Collection Networked Computer area.
  • There are several sets of steps between the floors, with handrails on varying sides.

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Lift (Main Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left of the entrance foyer as you enter via the main entrance, beyond the lift lobby ramp.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, 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 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 120cm x 157cm (3ft 11in x 5ft 2in).
• 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 not 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 medium.

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Lift (Mezzanine Platform Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left of the Welcome Desk.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 250kg.
• The lift is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Welcome Desk Barriers.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 91cm (2ft 12in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 84cm x 138cm (2ft 9in x 4ft 6in).
• 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • There is a steep ramp to access the lift on the lower level (shown in photographs 3 and 4).

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does not have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• It takes approximately 30 days to process an order.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A height adjustable table and height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include a supportive chair.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes readit wand, magnifying glass, and Zoomax.

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• Comments View
  • There are 2 assistive spaces in the Architecture room (shown in photograph 3), and 2 assistive spaces on level 4 (shown in photographs 14-18).
  • The Zoomax equipment is shown in photograph 15.
  • There are group study areas with tables and seating on level 4, shown in photograph 19.
  • There are also day lockers in the group study area.
  • There is a book return on level G ahead as you enter the building.
  • The height of the scanner for the book return is 98cm, shown in photograph 23 and 24.

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Reception (Special Collections, Heritage and Archives)

• Special Collections, Heritage and Archives is located on Level 4, ahead from the platform lift.
• The desk is 2m (2yd 7in) from the platform 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 good.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Reception (Level 5 Enquiries)

• Level 5 Enquiries is located on Level 5, to the right as you exit the main lift.
• The desk is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main lift.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the lift.
• There is step free access to this reception area, via lift.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • The desk is staffed during busy periods only.
  • There are self-checkout machines in this area.
  • The height to the top of the touchscreens is 149cm.

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SafePod

• The SafePod is located on level 5.
• The SafePod is 8m from the lift on the right next to the enquiries desk
• There is a single door which is 90cm wide.
• There is a slight ramp upwards to the door.
• There is a height adjustable desk within the SafePod.
• Access to the SafePod is through a booking system for approved researchers only.

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Accessible Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located on Level G, to the rear of the entrance foyer, just before the accessible toilet.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• Other facilities available include; drop down rails on both sides and a fully functional alarm.

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• Comments View
  • There is a steep slope with handrail on the right going up to access the shower (shown in photographs 3 and 4).
  • The ramp is 88cm wide.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level G, to the rear of the entrance foyer.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • 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 pictorial, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • 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 poor.
  • 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 147cm x 215cm (4ft 10in x 7ft 1in).
  • The accessible toilet does not 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 81cm (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) 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 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 a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 99cm from the floor.
• 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.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • 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 103cm (3ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • 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 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 108cm.
  • 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.

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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 on Level G, to the rear of the entrance foyer.
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 14m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is poor.
  • There is pictorial and written text 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 are vertical wall mounted rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • There is level access to the female toilets. There is stepped access to the male toilets. The female toilets are shown in photographs 1-5. The male toilets are shown in photographs 6-10.