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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the School of Global Studies - Physical Geography, the School of Engineering and Informatics, the Chichester Lecture Theatre, teaching rooms and staff offices.
• There is an internal link into this building from level 2 of Chichester II.
• Chichester II link (new tab) - click here.
• Chichester Lecture Theatre link (new tab) - click here.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The University campus is located to the north of Brighton, accessed off the A27.
    From the centre of Brighton, take the A270 Lewes Road. Just before it meets the A27, turn onto Stony Mere Way and continue onto Sports Centre Road. Turn left into Gardner Centre Road. The building is located at the end of this road.
  • Pre-arranged visitor parking is available in Car Park 4, located outside Sussex House.
    The most accessible car park to the Trafford Centre is Car Park 1.
    Pay and display visitor parking is available in Car Park 4, Car Park 5 (outside the Sports Centre) and the Sports Complex car park. Permit only car parks are located throughout the campus.
• By Bus View
  • Bus routes 5B 23, 25, 28, 29 and 50 run from the centre of Brighton to the campus. There are several bus stops located throughout the campus.
• By Train View
  • The nearest station is Falmer, which is located on the opposite side of the A27 from the campus.
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on getting to the campus, please see the University website How To Get Here page.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please use the link below for more details on buses in the Brighton and Hove area.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please see the National Rail Enquiries website for more information on trains to Falmer.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Student Support Unit please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 877 466.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Student Support Unit is a team of specialist advisors who work with students who may need support at the university due to a long term condition.
• To see more information on Student Life Centre please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 876 767.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Student Life Centre offers information, advice and guidance to all Sussex students.
  It is located on the ground floor of Bramber House (north end opposite Kent House), and is open from 09:00 – 17:00 every weekday.
• To see more information on Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• The Admissions Office is located on the ground floor of Sussex House, and is open Monday - Friday 10:00 - 13:00 and 14:00 - 17:00.
  It deals with all full-time Undergraduate applications, and full- and part-time Masters applications.
  There are different contact details for each type of application. Please see the website for more details.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 678 220.
• Email: [email protected].
• The Housing Services Office is located on Level 2 of Bramber House (North Side).
• To see more information on General Enquiries (University of Sussex) please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01273 606 755.
• Email: [email protected].
• Equality and diversity courses, including Disability Awareness, are available to staff. The Diversity in the Workplace course is mandatory for all staff.
• For more information on BSMS Clinical Neuroscience please click here.
• For more information on accessible routes around the Campus please click here.

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Building Parking (Front)

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located at the front of the building, off the Arts Path.
  • 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 1 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are signposted but have no markings.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 600cm x 268cm (19ft 8in x 8ft 10in).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 45m (49yd 8in) 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 car park surface is tarmac.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The Blue Badge bay detailed here is allocated to 1 car, with the registration listed on the sign. No other car can use this bay.
  • There is a further bay, next to the Blue Badge bay (shown in photograph 2), which could be used to drop off.

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Building Parking (Rear)

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by permit holders and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located at the rear of the building, next to Chichester II.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 450cm (14ft 9in).
  • 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 and signposted.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 369cm x 472cm (12ft 1in x 15ft 6in).
  • 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 24m (26yd 9in) from the rear 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 not 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.
  • The name of the car park is Sussex House Car Park.
  • The car park is located on the south side of the campus, outside Sussex house.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Car Park 4 - Sussex House Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located in front of Sussex House, at the southern end of the campus.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Sussex House.
  • 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 and signposted.
  • There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 365cm x 439cm (11ft 12in x 14ft 5in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by anybody.
  • Parking charges apply for all except permit and Blue Badge holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment can be made by phone.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Sussex House.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Sussex House.
  • The nearest designated bay is 29m (31yd 2ft) from the Sussex House main entrance.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at front of the building, off the Arts Path.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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 108cm (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.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 215cm (7ft 1in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp or slope does 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 front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 8 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
• Comments View
  • A key card is only required for access out of hours.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of the building.

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Reception (School of Engineering and Informatics Reception)

• School of Engineering and Informatics Reception is located straight ahead from the main entrance as you enter.
• The desk is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are medium.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is not staffed.
• There is a bell to attract attention.
• The bell is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Outside Access (Ground Floor Side Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the side of the building, next to the external entrance to the Chichester Lecture Theatre.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • 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.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 178cm (5ft 10in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located leading up from the Arts Path, or down from North South Road.
  • There is / are 15+ step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are in the centre of the step(s).
• Comments View
  • There is also a medium step directly in front of the entrance with no handrail. However, this can be overcome by a steep ramp, 111cm wide and without handrails, to the right of the entrance as you face it (photographs 6 and 7).
  • There are also manual double doors, opening towards you, at this entrance.
  • At the time of the survey, the automatic doors were not operational.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building, off the North South Road.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 122cm (4ft).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 122cm (4ft).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• 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 steep.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives access to the first floor of the building.

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Outside Access (First Floor Side Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the side of the building, off the North South Road.
  • There is stepped 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 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • 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 (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located to the right as you face the entrance, off North South Road.
  • There is / are 4 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are in the centre of the step(s).
• Comments View
  • There is also a medium step with no hand rail directly in front of the entrance (shown in photograph 4).
  • A key card is only required to use this entrance out of hours.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is good 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.
• Comments View
  • There are push pad operated automatic doors in the ground floor corridors leading from the main entrance to the lifts and also the entrance to the Lecture Theatre foyer (shown in photographs 4 and 5).
  • Photograph 6 shows the entrance to the Geography Lab on the first floor.
  • Photograph 7 shows Lab 2 A and B, located on the ground floor, by the front stairs.
  • Photograph 8 shows Meeting Room 2, on the ground floor.

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Other Floors (Front)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1.
  • The stairs are located in the front right hand corner of the building from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 16m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on the right going up.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (Rear)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the building, next to the lift.
  • The stairs are approximately 36m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • 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 offices 301 and 302, and the Foundations of Software Systems Offices, on the third floor.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 39m (42yd 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 152cm x 136cm (4ft 12in x 4ft 6in).
• There are not 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 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.

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• Comments View
  • There are separate doors which can be used to exit the far side on the first floor (leading directly to the rear entrance). A key is required for this.

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Entrance (Entrance From Chichester II)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 2 of Chichester II, at far end, to the left as you exit lift.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There are two sets of manual, heavy, double doors between the lift and this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 132cm (4ft 4in).
• 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 or slope is permanent.
• Comments View
  • This entrance give access to the second floor of the building.

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Accessible Toilet (Front)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter the main entrance.
  • 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 177cm x 275cm (5ft 10in x 9ft).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • 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 a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
• 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 poor.
  • 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 good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Accessible Toilet (Rear)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 39m (42yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the ground floor, opposite the lift.
  • 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 152cm x 243cm (4ft 12in x 7ft 12in).
  • 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 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • 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 did not sound when tested.
  • 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 a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
• 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 poor.
  • 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 good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • There is a threshold leading into this toilet (shown in photograph 3).

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Location of Standard Toilet(s) View
  • There are shared standard toilets facilities on the ground floor.
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on the ground floor and the first floor.
  • There are male standard toilets facilities on the second floor.
• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A male standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located at the rear of the ground floor, opposite the lift.
  • There is a female standard toilet in the same location.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 38m from the main entrance.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.
• Comments View
  • The ground floor male toilets contain a cubicle with a door that opens outwards.
  • Photograph 3 shows the shared toilet at the front of the building on the ground floor, next to the accessible toilet, 9m from the main entrance.

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Emergency Egress

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Deaf Messaging Service

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