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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include catered student accommodation.

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  • Highfield Halls is made up of 2 buildings, Aubrey House and Wolfe House.
  • Meals are taken in the dining room, on the ground floor of Aubrey House.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the campus.
• This venue is situated in Avenue Campus.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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  • The nearest mainline railway stations are Southampton Parkway (Airport) and Southampton
  • Central (City Centre).

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Parking Information

• Visitors who hold a Blue Badge can park in any parking bay on campus without needing a University parking permit. Staff and students should obtain a University parking permit from the University’s parking team, which is free of charge to Blue Badge holders.
• There is a map showing disabled parking bays on Highfield Campus: please click here to view.
• If there is not a designated disabled parking bay near to a particular building, then a standard parking bay can be reserved for use by a disabled visitor by contacting parking services on 023 8059 2416.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • The car park is located in front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders can be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 3 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 470cm x 350cm (15ft 5in x 11ft 6in).
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
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  • The standard parking here is for staff, visitors and permit holders only.
    
  • There is also parking available to the rear of Wolfe House.

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Outside Access (Aubrey House - Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of Aubrey House.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key code is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 122cm (4ft).
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• 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 (with one leaf locked).
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

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Opening Times (Aubrey House - Reception)

• Reception is staffed 24 hours per day.

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Reception (Aubrey House - Reception)

• Highfield Hall Reception is located immediately ahead as you enter Aubrey House.
• The desk is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Aubrey House - 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 high (110cm+).
• 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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• Comments View
  • This reception is located in Aubrey House, but it is for all residents of Highfield Halls including Wolfe House.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance - Accessible Room Corridor)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of Aubrey House.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key code is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• 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.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
  • The width of the ramp is 126cm (4ft 2in).
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives access to the accessible room corridor on the ground floor of the building.
    
  • There is a button to exit the door from the inside which has a height of 72cm.

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Outside Access (Wolfe House)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building and to the rear of Aubrey House.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 131cm (4ft 4in).
  • A key code is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is/are easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope does not 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.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in the entrance threshold.
  • There is / are 1 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are shallow (2cm - 10cm).
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of Wolfe House.
    
  • There are similar entrances to the left and right of this entrance for access to rooms 009-017 and rooms 018-026.

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Getting Around (Aubrey House)

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the ground floor.
  • There is/are 4 unmarked step(s), with a handrail on the left going up, for access to to the lounge and rooms 2201 - 2207 on the first floor.
  • The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
  • There are a similar set of 4 steps on the opposite end of the first floor corridor.
  • There is/are 4 unmarked step(s), with no handrails, for access to rooms 3201 - 3206 on the second floor.
  • The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
  • There are a similar set of 4 steps on the opposite end of the second floor corridor.
  • There are no doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is not 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 high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all corridors.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Accommodation (1108)

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 2 accessible room(s) with ensuite facilities and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • This information refers to 1108.
  • The accessible facilities are located on the ground floor of Aubrey House.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • The room number viewed was 1108.
  • The width of the door to the room is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 410cm x 220cm (13ft 5in x 7ft 3in).
  • The bed is 69cm (2ft 3in) high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 36cm (1ft 2in).
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • No emergency alarm is fitted in the room.
  • Other accessible facilities available in the bedroom are a height adjustable bed, and a ceiling tracking hoist.
  • Other accessible facilities available in the accommodation are a height adjustable hob, sink and kitchen counter.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in accessible accommodation.
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The information relates to the ensuite.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 190cm x 227cm (6ft 3in x 7ft 5in).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • It is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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 in height.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a flush on the transfer side.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet pan the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
• Bath and Shower View
  • There is not a bath.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is adjustable.
  • The type of shower controls used are twist/turn.
  • The shower seat is flip-down.
  • The shower seat height is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There are handrails available for the shower.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible rooms View
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between external ensuite / bathroom door and wall is high.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is high.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rails and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is medium.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • None of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
  • There is / are 0 accessible room(s) with a bath.
  • There is / are 2 accessible room(s) with a wheel in shower.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
  • None of these rooms are accessed by platform lift.
  • Rooms are located throughout the ground floor.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors cannot be accessed by lift.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Comments View
  • Room 1109, opposite 1108, is similar but has an automatic door operated by a remote box.

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Accessible Kitchen

• The kitchen is located along the ground floor room corridor of Aubrey House, approximately 14m from the main entrance.
  
• The door into the kitchen is single, heavy, opens towards you and has a width of 84cm.
  
• There is a 150cm x 150cm turning space within the kitchen area.
  
• Facilities within the kitchen include a height adjustable hob, sink and counter.
  
• The height of the fixed counter is 92cm.
  
• There are a mixture of high and low kitchen cabinets.

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Lounge

• The lounge is located on the ground floor of Aubrey House, approximately 4m from the main entrance.
• The door into the lounge is single, opens automatically towards you and is 75cm wide.
• The door is push pad activated and the height of the push pad is 85cm.
• There is not enough space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Within the lounge there is a mixture of armchairs, sofas chairs without armrests, stools and some fixed tables.
• The height of the highest table is 75cm and the height of the lowest table is 36cm.
• There is a TV available.
• The lighting levels are adjustable.

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Laundry Room

• The laundry room is located in a separate outbuilding at the rear of the left corridor as you enter Aubrey House.
  
• It is approximately 28m from the main entrance.
  
• The laundry room is used for all residents of Highfield Halls.
  
• At the end of the corridor in Aubrey House there is a door to enter the outside area.
  
• The door is single, opens away from you, is heavy and has a width of 85cm.
  
• Immediately beyond the door is a steep ramp for access to the outbuilding.
  
• The ramp has a width of 135cm and has a handrail on the right going up.
  
• You need a key code to access the laundry room.
  
• The key code reader is at a height of 124cm.
  
• The door into the laundry room is single, opens towards you, is heavy and has a width of 75cm.
  
• There is a slight ramp in the threshold of the doorway.
  
• There is 150cm x 150cm turning space within the laundry room.
  
• The height of the buttons for the washing machine and tumble dryers are between 95cm to 110cm.
  
• There is bench seating and a sofa available.
  
• The button to exit the laundry room is at a height of 122cm.
  
• The height of the key code reader to enter back into Aubrey House is 126cm.

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Changing Places (Ground Floor - Washroom)

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located on the ground floor corridor of Aubrey House, to the right of room 1111.
  • The facility is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access into the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 274cm x 336cm (8ft 12in x 11ft).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 179cm (5ft 10in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 67cm (2ft 2in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 170cm (5ft 7in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are not available for the toilet.
  • Dropdown rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • There is not a coat hook.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
• Accessible Shower View
  • Accessible shower facilities are not available.
• Comments View
  • The door to the changing place opens automatically, but can only be operated using a box, which will be given to residents of the accessible rooms if required.

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Other Floors (Aubrey House)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1 and 2.
  • The stairs are located immediately ahead as you enter the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 4m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell on the first floor and on the second floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the left going up.
  • There is a landing.
• Other View
  • The area(s)/service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are further bedrooms and the Junior Common Room.
• Comments View
  • There are 2 sets of stairs in the building, with handrails on opposite sides.
    
  • There are similar stairs in Wolfe House, except with handrails both sides.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There are not accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located along the ground floor corridor of Aubrey House, opposite room 1101.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 81cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There are 8 similar standard toilet facilities in total within Aubrey House, all containing shared showers.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The shared toilet is located on the ground floor of Aubrey House, opposite the reception desk.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 3m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 81cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Shower

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the standard toilet facilities on the ground floor of Aubrey House.
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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• Comments View
  • There are 8 similar standard shower facilities available within Aubrey House.
    
  • The shower facilities are located within the standard toilets on each floor of the building.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Staff do not receive deaf awareness training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Staff are not Text Relay aware.