Access Guide
COVID-19 Information (University of Strathclyde)
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include the Barony Bar, Gameszone - Pool Bar, Shop at the Union, The Scene - Cafe, Ash - Advice and Support Services, The Lounge - Social Space, Debates Chambers, Liberation Rooms, Postgraduate Lounge, The Priory - Cafe Bar, Vertigo - Bar and Venue, Meeting Rooms, SU Offices, NatWest Bank.
Opening Times
- Monday 10:00 - 23:00.
- Tuesday 10:00 - 23:00.
- Wednesday 10:00 - 23:00.
- Thursday 10:00 - 23:00.
- Friday 10:00 - 23:00.
- Saturday 17:00 - 23:00.
- Sunday 17:00 - 23:00.
Location
- The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
- This venue is situated in Glasgow.
- The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
- The nearest National Rail station is Glasgow Queen Street.
- There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
- The nearest underground station is Buchanan Street.
Parking (John Street)
- Parking is not free for all users.
- The car park is at the front of the venue.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- There are 0 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The car park has raised bollards.
- 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 a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
- The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
- The patron does not have to cross a road.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- There is not a designated drop off point.
- This car park is for Permit Holders only.
- There are also on street pay and display parking bays on John Street.
Outside Access (Main Entrance - Level 1)
- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, on John Street.
- The main door(s) open automatically.
- The doors are double width.
- The door opening is 128cm (4ft 2in) wide.
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Second set of doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open automatically.
- The doors are double width.
- The door opening is 127cm (4ft 2in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance - Level 1)
- There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
- The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance, towards the direction of Catherdal Street.
- The ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 103cm (3ft 5in).
- There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
- The step(s) is/are located to the right of the entrance as you face it, towards the direction of Cathedral Street.
- There is/are 7 step(s) to the area/service.
- The step(s) is/are 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 on both sides.
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Comments
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- The ramp overcomes the steps.
Reception (Main Entrance)
- The desk is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- There is level access to reception from the entrance.
- The lighting levels are medium.
- The reception desk is low (76cm or lower).
- The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The system is a fixed loop.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
- The lighting levels are varied.
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Comments
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- The hearing loop is fitted in the Debates Chamber on level 6.
- The photographs show the level 5 lounge.
- There are refreshments machines available near the lifts.
Other Floors
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1-2-3-4-6-8.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The lighting levels are medium.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
Lift (Evacuation Lift - No 131)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located at the far end of the entrance foyer.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1-2-3-4-6-8.
- The lift is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 103cm (3ft 5in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 150cm x 188cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 2in).
- 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 Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
- The lighting level in the lift is medium.
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Comments
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- There are two lifts here.
- The one on the left as you face them is an Evacuation Lift.
Other Floors (Back Stairs)
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are 5-6-7-8-9-10.
- The lighting levels are medium.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
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Comments
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- The services on other floors which are not accessible include the offices on levels 9 and 10, including the Cash Office, Central Services Department, Communications Department and the Director of Music.
- There are between 7-15+ steps between levels.
Lift (Lift to Levels 8-7 and 6-5)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located on the back stairs on level 8.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are 7-8.
- The lift is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lifts.
- Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The dimensions of the lift are 81cm x 100cm (2ft 8in x 3ft 3in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does not have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
- The lighting level in the lift is medium.
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Comments
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- A key is required to use this lift, available from the reception desk on level 1.
- There is an identical lift on the back stairs on level 6, to access level 5 (shown in photograph 2).
Advice Hub - Level 5
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Comments
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- The advice hub is located to the rear right of the level 5 lounge.
- It is 17m from the level 6-5 stair lift which provides level access.
- There are several meeting rooms, each with plenty of space.
- Lighting levels are bright.
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Opening Times
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- Monday 10:00 - 16:00.
- Tuesday 10:00 - 16:00.
- Wednesday 10:00 - 16:00.
- Thursday 10:00 - 16:00.
- Friday 10:00 - 16:00.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
Reception (Sports Hub - Level 7)
- The desk is 12m (13yd 4in) from the 8-7 stair lift.
- There is level access to reception from the entrance.
- The lighting levels are bright.
- The reception desk is low (76cm or lower).
- The desk is not generally staffed.
Reception (Student Activities Reception - Level 7)
- The desk is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the 8-7 stair lift.
- There is level access to reception from the entrance.
- This is by lift.
- The lighting levels are bright.
- The reception desk is low (76cm or lower).
- The desk is generally staffed.
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Comments
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- There are computers available in this area.
- There are height adjustable chairs, some with armrests available.
Debates Chamber
- The Debates Chamber is located to the left of level 6, opposite The Priory.
- It is 21m from the lift which provides level access.
- None of the central tables or chairs are fixed.
- There is adequate room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is a hearing loop fitted in the room.
- There is 1 clearly marked medium step to access gallery seating.
- The step is followed by a moderate ramp to rear seating.
- There are no handrails for the step or ramp.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Level Change (Level 6 - Rear of Debates Chamber)
- There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
- The step(s) is / are located to the left as you exit the lifts.
- There is / are 4 step(s) to the area / service.
- The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
- The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is / are deep.
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on the left going up.
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Comments
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- These steps give access to the Postgraduate Common Room and the rear of the Debates Chamber.
- There is level access to the front of the Debates Chamber via the Priory Cafe Bar.
Restaurant Bar Internal (Barony Bar - Level 2)
- The following information is for the bar.
- Once inside, there is level access to the service.
- Food is not available from the bar.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 110cm (3ft 7in).
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Comments
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- The bar is located on level 2.
- It also contains a dance floor area.
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Opening Times
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- Monday 19:00 - 23:00.
- Tuesday 15:00 - 03:00.
- Wednesday 15:00 - 03:00.
- Thursday 15:00 - 03:00.
- Friday 15:00 - 03:00.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
Restaurant Bar Internal (The Yard - Level 3)
- The following information is for the bar.
- Once inside, there is level access to the service.
- Full table service is not available.
- Food or drinks are ordered from the counter.
- Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
- There is a lowered section at the service counter.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs are permanently fixed.
- No chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is 12m (13yd 4in) from the lifts.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 65cm (2ft 2in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- Menus are wall only.
- Menus are not available in Braille.
- Menus are not available in large print.
- Picture menus are not available.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- The type of food served here is bar snacks.
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Comments
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- It contains pool tables and games machines as well as a bar and seating.
Restaurant Bar Internal (The Scene - Level 4)
- The following information is for the cafe.
- Once inside, there is level access to the service.
- Full table service is available.
- Some tables are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs are permanently fixed.
- No chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lifts.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 73cm (2ft 5in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 100cm (3ft 3in).
- Menus are wall only.
- Menus are not available in Braille.
- Menus are available in large print.
- Picture menus are not available.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- The type of food served here is breakfasts, main meals and snacks.
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Comments
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- The Scene also contains raised seating areas, accessed by 1 or 3 clearly marked steps with no handrails.
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Opening Times
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- Monday 08:30 - 15:00.
- Tuesday 08:30 - 15:00.
- Wednesday 08:30 - 15:00.
- Thursday 08:30 - 15:00.
- Friday 08:30 - 15:00.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
Restaurant Bar Internal (Priory Cafe Bar - Level 6)
- The following information is for the cafe.
- Once inside, there is level access to the service.
- Full table service is not available.
- Food or drinks are ordered from the counter.
- Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
- There is a lowered section at the service counter.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- Some tables are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs are permanently fixed.
- No chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lifts.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 38cm (1ft 3in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 75cm (2ft 6in).
- Menus are hand held and wall.
- Menus are not available in Braille.
- Menus are not available in large print.
- Picture menus are not available.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks and meals.
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Opening Times
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- Monday 08:00 - 20:00.
- Tuesday 08:00 - 20:00.
- Wednesday 08:00 - 20:00.
- Thursday 08:00 - 20:00.
- Friday 08:00 - 20:00.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
Eating and Drinking (Taco Mazama - Level 6)
- The following information is for the cafe.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- No chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
- Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- Menus are hand held only.
- The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks and meals.
Vertigo Bar and Venue - Level 8
- There is retractable tiered seating, with space for wheelchair users at the front.
- This is used for lectures, exhibitions, conferences and fairs during the day, and live music events and entertainment at night.
- The bar in Vertigo does not contain a lowered section.
- There are clearly marked medium height steps with no handrails leading to rear seating.
Level Change (Level 8 Meeting Rooms)
- There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
- The step(s) is / are located next to Vertigo.
- There is / are 14 step(s) to the area / service.
- The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
- The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is / are deep.
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on the left going up.
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Comments
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- These stairs access the Anderson room.
- There are similar stairs on the far side of Vertigo from the lifts, which access the Hills Room.
- The further stairs have the handrail on the right, but it does not cover the bottom 3 steps (shown in photograph 3).
Arbuthnott Room
- The room is located to the left of level 8.
- There is level access on this room via the main lift.
- The room is 12m from the lift.
- None of the tables or chairs are fixed.
- All of the chairs have armrests.
- The room does not contain a fitted hearing loop.
Anderson Room
- The room is located to the left of level 8.
- There is not level access on this room.
- The room is accessed via the level 8 steps.
- The room is 2m from the top of the steps
- None of the tables or chairs are fixed.
- All of the chairs have armrests.
- The room does not contain a fitted hearing loop.
Curran Room
- The room is located to the rear left of level 8.
- There is level access on this room via the main lift.
- The room is 76m from the lift.
- None of the tables or chairs are fixed.
- All of the chairs have armrests.
- The room does not contain a fitted hearing loop.
Hills Room
- The room is located to the rear left of level 8.
- There is not level access on this room.
- The room is accessed via the rear level 8 steps.
- The room is 2m from the top of the rear steps
- None of the tables or chairs are fixed.
- All of the chairs have armrests.
- The room does not contain a fitted hearing loop.
Accessible Toilet (Level 3)
- There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The accessible toilet is 9m (9yd 2ft) from the lifts.
- The accessible toilet is located in the toilet area to the right as you exit the lifts.
- There is level access to the accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a unisex 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The door weight is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 220cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
- Floor manoeuvring space is clear 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 84cm (2ft 9in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- The emergency alarm is fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is not a coat hook.
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted rails are available.
- As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- There are not mirrors.
- 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 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 sink.
- The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
- The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are bright.
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Comments
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- There is an identical toilet in the same location on level 4.
Accessible Toilet (Level 6)
- There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
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Location and Access
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- The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
- There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
- The accessible toilet is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lifts.
- The accessible toilet is located to the left as you exit the lifts, outside the Priory Cafe Bar.
- There is level access to the accessible toilet.
- This is by lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a unisex toilet.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The door weight is heavy.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 154cm x 180cm (5ft 1in x 5ft 11in).
- Floor manoeuvring space is clear 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 78cm (2ft 7in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- The emergency alarm is fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is not a coat hook.
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted rails are available.
- As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
- There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- There are mirrors.
- 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 towel dispenser is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
- 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 sink.
- The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
- The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
- The lighting levels are medium.
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Comments
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- This cubilcle contains a Clos-O-Mat toilet.
- The toilet seat is height adjustable.
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilets are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilets are located on level 3, right as you exit the lifts.
- The female and male toilets are 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lifts.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
- This is by lift.
- Lighting levels are medium.
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Comments
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- These toilets contain cubicles with grab rails fitted and doors that open outwards.
- There are additional standard toilets located on levels 2,3,4 and 6.
- There are unisex toilets located on level 6.
Additional Info
- Documents can be requested in Braille.
- Documents can be requested in large print.
- A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
- This service can be requested.
- Staff are not Text Relay aware.
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Comments
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- Disability Equality training is provided for Clubs and Societies and Student Engagement staff.
- At the time of the survey not all bar staff had received this training.
- There are refuge points next to the Evacuation Lift on levels 3, 4, 6 and 8.