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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; Student Union reception, Student Union shop, chaplaincy and library.
  • Health and Wellbeing Main Building link (new tab) - click here.
  • Atrium Building link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located along the main corridor on the ground floor and to the rear right of the building on the first floor.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located along the main corridor on the ground floor and to the rear right of the building on the first floor.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located along the main corridor on the ground floor and to the rear right of the building on the first floor.
  • Gender neutral toilet facilities are located along the corridor directly in front of you on entrance on the ground floor, also signed as the accessible toilet.
  • The accessible toilet cubicles are designated as being gender neutral toilets.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The campus is located in the centre of Ipswich near the Waterfront on the north bank of the River Orwell.
  • The main campus car park is located off Long Street and is for use of permit holders only.
    There are Blue Badge parking Bays in the campus car parks for staff and students, and also directly behind the Waterfront Building on Coprolite Street.
    Duke Street car park also contains Blue Badge Bays for visitors to the university.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • The Fore Street bus stop located to the west of the campus and serves routes 1 Greenwich Greyhound, 2 Greenwich Greyhound, 3 Nacton Nipper, 3E Nacton Nipper, 4 Bixley Bustler, 616, IB4 and UOS.
    The Coprolite Street bus station serves routes 1 Greenwich Greyhound and 2 Greenwich Greyhound.
    The Holy Trinity Church bus stop serves routes 3 Nacton Nipper, 3E Nacton Nipper, 4 Bixley Bustler, 616 and IB4.
  • For more information on Ipswich Bus Routes please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Ipswich Railway Station.
  • The nearest station is Ipswich Railway Station which is located 1 mile to the west of the campus.
  • For more information on Ipswich Railway Station please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • The University of Suffolk campus information.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability and Learning Difficulty Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01473 338 833.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation Services please click here (opens new tab).
• University of Suffolk Counselling Service.
• To see more information on University of Suffolk Counselling Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01473 382 738.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Student Union please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on University of Suffolk Library Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01473 338 700.
• Email: [email protected].

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Building Parking

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is University Car Park.
  • The car park is located off Long Street in front of the building.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The partners e.g., Suffolk Mind have designated parking opposite the main university car park.

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Site/Campus Car Park (University Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located along Long Street.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Atrium, the Library Building, the Health and Wellbeing Building, the Arts Building, the Neptune Marina and the Waterfront Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 9 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 470cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 134cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for all users.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment machines are located throughout the car park.
  • There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • Payment can be made by phone.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 40m (43yd 2ft) from the Atrium main entrance.
  • All vehicles must be registered with security that is located at the Waterfront Building main reception.
    Parking for The Hold is also located within this car park (this is shown in photographs 7 to 10).
    This car park contains 2 Blue Badge bays that are 360cm by 460cm and has a hatched zone of 134cm.
    There are also 2 electrical vehicle charging bays available.
    The Hold car park has a separate payment machine that has a 12cm step in front.
• Comments View
  • Some of the Blue Badge bays do not have a marked zone at the rear.
  • There is a drop-off point near to the attendant hut on the main road into the university.

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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.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor foyer area.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Library Building'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • 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 key card reader is 85cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to exit the main automatic doors.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 105cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 152cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There are fixed barriers at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the fixed barriers is 66cm.
  • The width of the wider fixed barriers is 126cm.

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Entrance (Atrium Building)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the main stairwell between the first and second floors of the Atrium Building.
  • This entrance gives access to the first floor of the library.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 148cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located before the entrance from the Atrium Building into the Library Building.
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are not easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
• Comments View
  • There are nine steps down from the second floor of the Atrium Building to the entrance.
    
  • There are 15+ steps up from the Atrium Building first floor to the entrance.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located in front of you on entrance on the ground floor.
  • The reception point is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 110cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet and vinyl.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
• Circulation View
  • There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Student Union Shop

• The Student Union shop is located in the entrance foyer on the ground floor.
• It offers snacks, hot drinks, second-hand books and university merchandise.
• The aisles have a minimum width of 135cm.
• The coffee machine is self-service with a touchscreen with heights between 122cm and 153cm.
• The shop is not staffed, and payments are via self-service touch screen machines.
• The heights of the touchscreens for the payment machines are 118cm - 139cm.

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Chaplaincy Prayer Room

• The prayer room has clear written signage and a 150cm x 150cm turning space in front of the entrance.
• The door to the prayer room is 76cm in width, light and opens away from you.
• The is a 77cm gap between the privacy screen and the prayer facilities.
• There is not a 150cm x 150cm turning space on entering the room and manoeuvrability around the privacy screen may prove difficult.
• There are chairs with and without armrests in the room.
• There is a table at a height of 45cm.
• There is lower sink at a height of 58cm and a higher sink at a height of 90cm.

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Breakout Space(s) (Chaplaincy Social Space)

• Signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible on or near the door.
• The corridor outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the room(s) from the corridor.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
• There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 46cm and 70cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There is a/are chair(s) with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
• Floor coverings in the room(s) are not even.
• Loose wires may serve as a trip hazard.
  There is a door leading into the Chaplaincy office within the room.
  There are tea and coffee making facilities available within the room on a counter at a height of 92cm.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located to your right on entering via the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 20m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G, 1 and 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are not easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.
• Other Information View
  • There is an additional set of steps to the rear of the building from the ground to the first floor.

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Lift

• The lift is located to your right on entering the building via the main entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 and 2.
• The weight limit for the lift is 600kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Entrance (Library)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to your right on exiting the lift on the first floor.
  • This entrance gives access to the first floor of the library.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.
  • The width of the wider security barriers is 100cm.

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Reception (Library)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located just inside the library on the first floor.
  • The reception point is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not visible from the lift.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 74cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Library

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• Library Circulation View
  • There is step-free access within the library.
  • The type of flooring in the library is carpet.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
• Self Service Machines View
  • There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
  • The self service book borrow/return machine(s) is/are located just inside the library entrance.
  • The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 100cm and 150cm.
• Library Services View
  • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: ebook and ejournal.
  • There are reading/study desks available.
  • The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 70cm in height.
  • There are some height adjustable desks available.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
  • Auxiliary aids are available.
  • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Ergonomic Chairs, Audio Recorders and Headsets.
  • The library does have computers with accessible software.
  • A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
  • Access to the area of the library on the second floor is available via a set of stairs from the first to the second floors of the library.
    Alternatively step free access is available via the lift by travelling through staff offices on the second floor however students are not permitted to do this.

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Study Pods

• There are 5 Student Study Pods located in the Library.
• There is a 104cm opening to enter the Pod.
• Each Pod consists of a table and chairs.
• The height of the table is 79cm
• The chairs have armrests.
• There is not a 150cm x 150cm turning space on entering the pod and manoeuvrability may prove difficult.
• Tables are not movable.
• Chairs are movable.
• The flooring is carpet.
• There is no music played.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Other Floors (Library)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located in front of you on exiting the lift on the first floor.
  • The stairs are approximately 30m from the lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are 1 and 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is not a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

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Well-Being Garden

• The Well-Being Garden is located beneath the Library building.
• The garden consists of outdoor tables with bench seating.
• The height of tables are 75cm.
• There is ample space in the garden for wheel chair users to manoeuvre.
• Tables and benches are not movable.
• The flooring is concrete tiles and grass.

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Toilet with Adaptations (L.15 - Gender Neutral - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located along the corridor directly in front of you on entrance on the ground floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a gender neutral toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 84cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 146cm x 145cm (4ft 9in x 4ft 9in).
  • 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 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal 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 high.
  • 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • 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 nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 83cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 95cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • 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 high.
  • 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 89cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor Library - Gender Neutral - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear right of the library on the first floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a gender neutral toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 145cm x 215cm (4ft 9in 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 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by storage items.
  • 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 high.
  • 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 high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 106cm.
  • 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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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 along the corridor in front of you on entering the building on the ground floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 40m from the main entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located to the rear of the building on the first floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 35m from the main lift.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.