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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the School of Informatics, Finance, boardrooms, Provost's office, School of Biosciences, Psychology, lecture theatres, I.T. services, The Hive, library, Cavendish Lounge, classrooms and offices, Polyclinic.
• The Copland Building is located to the rear of the building and can be accessed from 115 New Cavendish Street on the lower ground, ground and first floor.
• Related link Hanson Street Polyclinic.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/university-of-westminster/cavendish-campus/access-guides/hanson-street-polyclinic
• Related link 115 New Cavendish Street - The Hive.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/university-of-westminster/cavendish-campus/access-guides/115-new-cavendish-street-the-hive
• Related link 115 New Cavendish Street Library.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/university-of-westminster/cavendish-campus/access-guides/115-new-cavendish-street-library

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the campus.
• This venue is situated in the Cavendish campus.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Euston.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest underground station is Great Portland Street.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is free for all users.
• The car park type is underground.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
• There is/are 4 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 450cm x 570cm (14ft 9in x 18ft 8in).

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 100m (109yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 108m (118yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The photos are of Blue Bay and standard bays on New Cavendish Street.
  • These are closer to the main entrance than the venue's own car park.

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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.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • 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.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
  • 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 of the step(s).
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.

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Reception (Main Reception)

• The desk/counter is 2m (2yd 7in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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• Comments View
  • There are turnstiles, 44cm wide and a gate, 150cm wide, just past the reception desk leading into the main part of the building.

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Reception (Security)

• The desk/counter is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Reception (Polyclinic)

• Polyclinic Reception is located just inside the Polyclinic area.
• The desk is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Polyclinic Entrance.
• 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 good.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is not 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 not staffed.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There is/are 9 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to towards the left of the building on the first floor.
  • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • There is an enclosed platform lift which overcomes the steps.
  • The steps can be seen in photograph 1.
  • 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 and pictorial 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 high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a portable loop.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• Comments View
  • There are door guards on the ground and first floors keeping doors open and allowing for easier access.

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Students' Union Pod

• The Students' Union Pod, containing Students' Union offices, is located directly to the left of the main entrance as you enter.
• The pod is accessed by a single, sliding door, 115 cm wide.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-G-1-2-3-4-5-6-7.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
  • 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.

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Lift (Lift A)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the right of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby from the first floor upwards.
• The weight limit for the lift is 975kg.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) 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 145cm x 140cm (4ft 9in x 4ft 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 enhancement 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 moderate to good.

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Lift (Lift B)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located towards the front left of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 136cm x 110cm (4ft 6in x 3ft 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 has a hearing enhancement 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 good.

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Lift (Lift C)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located towards the rear right of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 128cm x 104cm (4ft 2in x 3ft 5in).
• 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 has a hearing enhancement 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 good.

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Lift (Platform Lift - The Pavilion)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left of the first floor.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
• The lift is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the lift.
• 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 90cm x 144cm (2ft 11in 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 not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement 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 good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Rear of the Building)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 38m (41yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right of the building.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from the main reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 155cm x 225cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 5in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 84cm (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 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 and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 125cm 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 not a hand dryer.
  • 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 height of the towel dispenser is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (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 86cm.
• 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 poor.
  • There is a poor 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 good.
• Comments View
  • There are similar accessible toilets on the lower ground, first, second, third, fourth, fifth and sixth floors.
  • The first floor accessible toilet can be seen in photographs 5 and 6.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right of the Building)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located towards the right of the building.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from the main reception.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 150cm x 245cm (4ft 11in x 8ft).
  • The accessible toilet does 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary 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 low.
  • 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 a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 130cm from the floor.
• 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 low.
  • 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 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located towards the rear of the ground floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 38m from the main entrance.
  • 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 84cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • This toilet can be seen in photograph 1.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located towards the right of the building.
  • 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 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.
  • This toilet can be seen in photograph 2 and 3.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• 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 Text Relay aware.