You are on Introduction. Skip to the next section.

Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the School of Chemistry, the Biomedical Sciences Research Complex (BSRC) and the Biomedical Science annexe (BMS).
• The building comprise a main 4 storey building with new annexes to the rear and a two storey entrance block at the front including Lecture Theatres and offices.

You are on Opening Times. Skip to the next section.

Opening Times

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

You are on Location. Skip to the next section.

Location

• This venue is situated in west of the town centre at North Haugh, St Andrews.
• The nearest National Rail station is Leuchars (for St Andrews).
• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • The nearest bus stop is located at the Petheram Bridge Car Park opposite the School of Management. The bus stop is on bus route 92. Bus route 92 links most of the university campuses with the town centre.
  • The nearest train station is located at Leuchars (for St Andrews). There is ramped access to platforms and ramp available to access trains.
    The station is located on bus routes 42, 99, 99A, 99B, 99C, 99D between Dundee City Centre and St. Andrews Bus Station.
    The station is also located on bus route 94A between Newburgh and St. Andrews Bus Station.
    There is a taxi rank with a taxi kiosk within the station.

You are on Building Parking. Skip to the next section.

Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

Collapse all Expand all

• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by Blue Badge holders, staff permit holders and student permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located in front of the main entrance.
  • 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 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 220cm x 460cm (7ft 3in x 15ft 1in).
  • 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 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
  • The name of the car park is Purdie building annex.
  • The car park is located in front of the annex entrance.
  • This car park has a single Blue Badge Bay to your left as you approach the entrance to the annex, the bay measures 480 by 240 with 120 marked area to both sides and the rear. Level access can be gained through the side entrance to the Purdie building which is close to the Biomedical new building and on your left as you approach the annex entrance.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

You are on Outside Access (Purdie Building - Main Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Purdie Building - Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 168cm (5ft 6in).

You are on Level Change (Purdie Building - Main Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Level Change (Purdie Building - Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading to the entrance.
• There is/are 10 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are in the centre of the step(s).

You are on Outside Access (Accessible Side Link Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Accessible Side Link Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the side of the building opposite Powell Hall.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • 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 gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
  • The width of the ramp is 119cm (3ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • Entry via this entrance is limited to certain key card holders and no general student / staff passes. Contact Student Services.

You are on Level Change (Accessible Side Link Entrance - Internal). Skip to the next section.

Level Change (Accessible Side Link Entrance - Internal)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 113cm (3ft 8in).

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • There is a single automatic door at the top of the ramp that is activated by push pad.

You are on Outside Access (Common Room Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (Common Room Entrance)

Collapse all Expand all

• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building at level 1.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card 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) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • 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 push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • The second set of doors to enter the Common Room are to the right as you enter (photographs 4 and 5).
  • There are also manual heavy doors 164cm wide to the left as you enter that give access to the front of the building and lower entrances of lecture theatres A and B (photograph 6).?.

You are on Inside Access. Skip to the next section.

Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are varied.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.

You are on Level Change (Purdie Building - Main Entrance Foyer). Skip to the next section.

Level Change (Purdie Building - Main Entrance Foyer)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located at the rear of the Purdie Building main entrance foyer.
• There is/are 6 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
• There is a lift to access this area/service.
• The lift does bypass the step(s).

You are on Theatre (Lecture Theatre). Skip to the next section.

Theatre (Lecture Theatre)

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located in to the sides at the front and to the rear of the auditorium.
• Wheelchairs are left with you.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit beside, in front or behind you.
• This venue does not provide audio described performances.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • There are two similar lecture theatres A and B. Rear upper entrance is at level 2 by the main entrance. ?Entrance to the front lower entrance is at level 1.
  • Photographs 1 to 6 show lecture theatre A.
  • Photographs 7 to 12 show lecture theatre B.

You are on Lift (Purdie Building - Main Entrance Foyer). Skip to the next section.

Lift (Purdie Building - Main Entrance Foyer)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the foyer.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400kg 2 persons.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 96cm (3ft 2in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 145cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 9in).
• 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 loop 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.

You are on Reception (General Office - Room 211). Skip to the next section.

Reception (General Office - Room 211)

• School of Chemistry General Office is located on level 2 main corridor.
• The desk is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the platform lift.
• Clear signage for the reception area is 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 not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

You are on Lift (Purdie Building). Skip to the next section.

Lift (Purdie Building)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the main east-west corridor.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, 3, 4.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg 8 people.
• The lift is approximately 70m (76yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 123cm x 119cm (4ft x 3ft 11in).
• 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 does have a hearing loop 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 medium.

You are on Other Floors (Purdie Building - Main Stairs). Skip to the next section.

Other Floors (Purdie Building - Main Stairs)

Collapse all Expand all

• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3, 4.
  • The stairs are located outside the common room on the main corridor.
  • The stairs are approximately 30m from the Common Room 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.
  • There are staircases at each side of the building giving access to floors 1, 2, 3 and 4. Photographs 5 to 8 show the East Staircase. Photographs 9 to 12 show the West Staircase. There is a staircase near the front of the building opposite the General Office giving access to floors 1 and 2. Photographs 13 and 14 show this staircase.

You are on Accessible Toilet (Purdie Building). Skip to the next section.

Accessible Toilet (Purdie Building)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is Braille, written text, pictorial and tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the left as you enter the main entrance foyer next to Lecture Theatre B? upper entrance.
  • There is an accessible toilet on level 1 off the main corridor.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 184cm x 262cm (6ft x 8ft 7in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is sensor.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 118cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There is a drop down baby change table. It's height when extended is 95cm.

You are on Standard Toilet(s) (Purdie Building). Skip to the next section.

Standard Toilet(s) (Purdie Building)

Collapse all Expand all

• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on level 2 off the entrance lobby.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There are male and female toilets on level 2, 50m from the main entrance.
  • There are male toilets on level 1, 7m from the lift.

You are on Outside Access (BSRC Annexe - Main Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Outside Access (BSRC Annexe - Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the east side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 164cm (5ft 5in).

Collapse all Expand all

• 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 164cm (5ft 5in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • This entrance is only accessible with a key card.

You are on Level Change (BSRC Annexe - Main Entrance). Skip to the next section.

Level Change (BSRC Annexe - Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The handrails are on both sides.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• There is/are 7 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

You are on Other Floors (BSRC Annexe). Skip to the next section.

Other Floors (BSRC Annexe)

Collapse all Expand all

• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3, 4.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 55m from the BSRC Annexe - 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 not clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
• Comments View
  • Access to level 4 is by key card only.

You are on Lift (Annexe - Main). Skip to the next section.

Lift (Annexe - Main)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left as you enter via the BSRC Annexe main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1275kg 17 persons.
• The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the annexe entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 120cm (3ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 200cm (4ft 7in x 6ft 7in).
• 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 does not have a hearing loop 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.

You are on Lift (Annexe - Rear). Skip to the next section.

Lift (Annexe - Rear)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear (north east).
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, 3, 4.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg 13 persons.
• The lift is approximately 60m (65yd 1ft) from the main 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 110cm x 210cm (3ft 7in x 6ft 11in).
• 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 does not have a hearing loop 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 bright.

Collapse all Expand all

• Comments View
  • Access to level 4 is by key card only.

You are on Accessible Toilet (BSRC Annexe). Skip to the next section.

Accessible Toilet (BSRC Annexe)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is written text, pictorial, tactile and Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the BSRC Annexe main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the annexe entrance lobby.
  • There are similar accessible toilets in the same location on levels 2 and 3.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 144cm x 272cm (4ft 9in x 8ft 11in).
  • There is not a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is sensor.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 109cm and 144cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

You are on Accessible Toilet (BSRC Annexe - Rear). Skip to the next section.

Accessible Toilet (BSRC Annexe - Rear)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

Collapse all Expand all

• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial, written text, tactile and Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the BSRC Annexe main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located off the main ground floor corridor, towards the rear of the building.
  • There are similar accessible toilets in the same location on levels 2 and 3.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 189cm x 220cm (6ft 2in x 7ft 3in).
  • There is a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is sensor.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 107cm and 143cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There are accessible toilets with left hand transfer in the entrance foyer of the BSRC Annexe and levels 2 and 3 above.

You are on Standard Toilet(s) (BSRC Annexe). Skip to the next section.

Standard Toilet(s) (BSRC Annexe)

Collapse all Expand all

• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located in the BSRC Annexe main entrance foyer.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the BSRC Annexe main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There are similar toilets on levels 2 and 3 in the same location.
  • These shared toilets are designated gender neutral.

You are on Additional Info. Skip to the next section.

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.