Access Guide
Introduction
- Basement Floor - Biological Sciences, Glaxo Wellcome, Structural Biology, Rayne Wolfson Laboratory, Mrs Somers X-Ray Crystallography Lab, Multifaith Room, Psychological Sciences, Bridge Laboratory, MERLiN Lab, and Teaching Rooms B02, B04, B18, B20, B29, B30, B33 and B36
Ground Floor - Biological Sciences, Council Room, Counselling Office, Library Entrance, Main Reception, ONCampus London, Student Centre, Cashier Desk, Perch Cafe, Disability and Dyslexia Service, and Teaching Rooms G15 and G16
First Floor - Birkbeck Knowledge Laboratory, CSIS Seminar and PhD Rooms, CSIS Research Office, Professional Services, IT Suite, IT Service Desk (via Professional Services), IT Service Desk (via Library), and Teaching Rooms 152 and 153
Second Floor - Computer Science and Information Systems, CSIS Department Office, and Teaching Rooms 251 to 255
Third Floor - Biological Sciences, Teaching Laboratories (including Wohl Teaching Laboratory), and Teaching Rooms 351 to 355
Fourth Floor - Computer Science Laboratories, The George Birkbeck Bar, IT Suites 413, 422 and 423, Lecture Theatre 421, Meeting Rooms 418 and 420, Psychological Sciences, IT Services, Student Union Offices, and Teaching Rooms 402 and 414 to 417
Fifth Floor - Psychological Sciences, Terrace 5 Restaurant, Lecture Theatre 532, and Teaching Rooms 534, 538 to 541
Sixth Floor - Biological Sciences, Laboratories (including Chemistry Teaching Laboratory 619), Earth and Planetary Sciences, Psychological Sciences, and Teaching Rooms 624 and 629 to 633
Seventh Floor - School of Business, Economics and Informatics, Economics, Mathematics and Statistics, and Workstation Room 742. - Related link Birkbeck Main Building - Library.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/birkbeck-malet-street-library
Centrally Timetabled Spaces
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Lecture Theatre(s)
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- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 421 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 532 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B18 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B20 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B33 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B34 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B35 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B36 please click here (new tab)
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Teaching Room(s)
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- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 152 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 153 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 251 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 252 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 253 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 254 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 255 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 351 please click here (new tab)
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Computer Room(s)
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- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 109 (ITS) please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 413 (ITS) please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 422 (ITS) please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 423 (ITS) please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 457 (ITS) please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 458 (ITS) please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 536 (ITS) please click here (new tab)
Centrally Timetabled Spaces (Cont)
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Teaching Room(s)
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- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 352 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 353 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 354 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 355 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 402 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 414 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 415 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 416 please click here (new tab)
Centrally Timetabled Spaces (Cont. 1)
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Teaching Room(s)
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- To view the AccessAble access guide for mal 417 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 538 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 539 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 540 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 541 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B02 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B04 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B29 please click here (new tab)
Centrally Timetabled Spaces (Cont. 2)
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Teaching Room(s)
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- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL B30 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL G15 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL G16 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL G22 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL G23 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 624 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 629 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 630 please click here (new tab)
- To view the AccessAble access guide for MAL 631 please click here (new tab)
Centrally Timetabled Spaces (Cont. 3)
Getting Here
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By Road
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- Birkbeck is located in the Bloomsbury area of Central London, on Malet Street and Torrington Square. These streets are close to the Euston Road (A501) and Gower Street (A400).
- On street parking is available on Torrington Square, managed by Facilities Management at the University of London in Senate House.
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By Bus
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- A number of London Bus routes stop on Gower Street close to the College, including 14 (Putney Heath to Warren Street Station), 24 (Pimlico to Hampstead Heath), 29 (Wood Green to Trafalgar Square), 73 (Victoria Bus Station to Stoke Newington), 143 (North Finchley Bus Station to Tottenham Court Road) and 390 (Archway Station to Notting Hill Gate). Buses 10 (Hammersmith Bus Station to King's Cross Station) and 188 (North Greenwich to Russell Square Station) also stop nearby on Russell Square.
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By Train
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- The nearest railway stations are Euston, St Pancras International and King's Cross Stations. However, all of the London Terminal stations are within reach of the campus using public transport.
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By Underground
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- The nearest tube stations to the college are Russell Square (on the Piccadilly Line) and Goodge Street (on the Northern Line).
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Useful Links
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- For more information, please see the Find Us page on the University Website.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- Please see the Transport for London website for more details on travelling to the campus by bus or tube.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- Please see the National Rail website for details regarding trains into London.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Useful Information
- To see more information on Disability and Dyslexia Support please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7631 6316.
- Email: [email protected].
- To see more information on Student Advice Centre please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 020 7631 6316.
- To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
- Email: [email protected].
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Torrington Square.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
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Comments
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- The parking is permit holders only for SOAS and Senate House.
Approach (Torrington Square)
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
- There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
- The bollard(s) has/have a high colour contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
- There are bollards between Torrington Square and the approach from the left towards the main entrance.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
- The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has handrails on both sides.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
- There is/are 7 unmarked step(s), with handrails 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 15cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- There is tactile paving at the top of the steps only.
Approach (Byng Place)
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
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Ramp/Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
- The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has handrails on both sides.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
- There is/are 4 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides.
- Handrails are 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.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- There is tactile paving at the top of the steps only.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located off Torrington Square.
- There is step free 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 (towards you).
- The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
- The door(s) is / are single.
- The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
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Second Set of Doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The door(s) is / are single.
- The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
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Comments
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- The accessible entrance is to the right of the revolving door.
- The revolving door to the left of the accessible entrance has a width of 145cm.
Reception (Main Reception)
- The main reception is located to your right on entrance.
- The desk is 7m (7yd 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 good.
- The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
- There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
- The desk is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are not trained to use the hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 13/08/2022.
- The hearing assistance system was not working at the time of testing.
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Comments
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- The lowest point at the desk is 78cm.
Getting Around (Ground Floor and Basement Floor)
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Access
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- There is step free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
- There is a slight ramp, with no handrails, for access to lift B on the ground floor.
- The ramp can be seen in photograph 1.
- There is a steep ramp, with no handrails, for access to G55-G63.
- The ramp can be seen in photograph 2.
- There is/are 7 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the right of the building on the basement floor.
- The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- There is a standard lift which overcomes the steps.
- The steps can be seen in photograph 3. These steps can be bypassed by taking lift B from any other floor to the basement.
- There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
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Getting Around
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- 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 the majority of corridors.
- The lighting levels are good.
- This building does not play background music.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The system is a portable loop.
- A portable hearing loop can be requested from the AV Office.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
Reception (Cashier's Desk)
- The Cashier's Desk is located to your left on entrance.
- The desk is 21m (22yd 2ft) from the main 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 low (76cm or lower).
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
- The desk is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
Student Advice Centre
- The Student Advice Centre is located on the left after the main entrance.
- There is ample space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is no seating in the open area.
- There are shiny floors which may appear slippery to some people.
- There are meeting rooms and private spaces (photographs 6 and 7).
- Access into these spaces is restricted to 86cm - 90cm wide.
- These rooms have tables, and seating without armrests (photograph 8).
- There is not room inside these spaces for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
Reception (Student Union Desk)
- Student Union Desk is located to the left after the main entrance, to the end of the Student Advice Centre.
- The desk is 21m (22yd 2ft) from the main 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 medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
- The bell is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
Eating and Drinking (Perch Cafe)
- The following information is for the café.
- Full table service is not available.
- Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
- Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the entrance to the cafe.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 35cm (1ft 2in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 105cm (3ft 5in).
- The standard height for tables is 105cm.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- Plastic / takeaway cups are available.
- Plastic / takeaway cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are not available.
- 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 pre-packaged snacks, and hot and cold drinks.
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Comments
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- The seating area is always open.
Reception (Estates and Facilities)
- Estates and Facilities Reception is located in the Estates and Facilities Office.
- The desk is 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- Clear signage for the reception area is not visible from the entrance.
- There is step free access to this reception area.
- The lighting levels in the reception area are bright.
- The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
- There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
- The desk is staffed.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
Other Floors
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, G, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell on all floors.
- The lighting levels are good.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The steps are deep (18cm+).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The steps have a handrail on both sides.
- There is a landing.
- There is a staircase heading from the ground floor to the basement floor which can be seen in photograph 3.
There are also separate staircases labelled B, C and D. Staircase B goes to B-G-1-2-3-4-5-6 and can be seen in photograph 4.
On the sixth floor this staircase provides access to the Institute for the Study of Children Families and Social Issues.
Staircase C goes to all floors and can be seen in photograph 5.
Staircase D goes to B-G-1-2-3-4-5.
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Comments
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- The doors to exit the lift lobby for staircase A vary from floor to floor and are either double, single, single with leaf or a mixture of the above.
Lift (Lift A)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to your left on entrance.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are B, G, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
- Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
- The lift is approximately 17m (18yd 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 151cm x 162cm (4ft 11in x 5ft 4in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The lift does have a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The highest control is at 125cm.
- The lighting level in the lift is bright.
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Comments
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- There are two lifts at this location.
Lift (Lift C)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located in the rear corridor of the ground floor.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are B, G, 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
- Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
- The lift is approximately 29m (31yd 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 114cm x 115cm (3ft 9in x 3ft 9in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The lift does have a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lighting level in the lift is bright.
Lift (Lift B)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to the right of the rear corridor.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are B, G, 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
- Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
- There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on the basement floor.
- The lift is approximately 50m (54yd 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 162cm x 152cm (5ft 4in x 4ft 12in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
- The lift does have an audible announcer.
- The lift does have a hearing loop system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lighting level in the lift is bright.
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Comments
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- There is ramped access to the lift on the ground floor.
- There are two lifts located here.
Getting Around (First Floor)
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Access
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- There is/are 7 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to 109.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- There is a standard lift which overcomes the steps.
- The steps can be seen in photograph 1. The room can be accessed via lift C. There is no step free access from lift C to the rest of the floor, which is more easily accessed by lift B.
- There is/are 3 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to 154-158, 164-168 and female & male standard toilets.
- The step(s) is/are medium (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps can be seen in photograph 2.
- There is/are 3 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to 159-163.
- The step(s) is/are medium (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps can be seen in photograph 3. These steps can also be accessed by overcoming the stairs detailed above.
- There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
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Getting Around
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- 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 high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- The lighting levels are good.
- This building does not play background music.
Getting Around (106 Professional Services)
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Access
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- There is step free access throughout the area.
- There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
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Getting Around
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- 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 the majority of corridors.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- This building does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Comments
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- There is step-free access to this area from the library via the platform lift (photograph 19).
- There are seats with armrests, and tables.
- There are computer workstations and private work rooms.
- There is a breakout area including a kitchen with microwave ovens.
- The breakout area has seating and tables.
- There are high chairs and high tables in the breakout area.
- There are no seats with armrests in the breakout area.
- This is a staff-only area.
Reception (IT Services Help Desk - 106 Professional Services)
- The IT Services Help Desk is located off to the far left of kitchen area in 106 Professional Services, through the door.
- The desk is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the platform lift on floor 1 of the Library, through the door.
- Clear signage for the reception area is not visible from the lift.
- There is step free access to this reception area.
- The lighting levels in the reception area are good.
- The reception desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
- There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
- The desk is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are not trained to use the hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 13/08/2022.
- The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
Opening Times (IT Services Help Desk - 106 Professional Services)
- Monday 10:00 - 12:00.
- Monday 14:00 - 17:00.
- Tuesday 10:00 - 12:00.
- Tuesday 14:00 - 17:00.
- Wednesday 10:00 - 12:00.
- Wednesday 14:00 - 17:00.
- Thursday 10:00 - 12:00.
- Thursday 14:00 - 17:00.
- Friday 10:00 - 12:00.
- Friday 14:00 - 17:00.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
Getting Around (Second Floor)
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Access
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- There is/are 4 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to 256-260, 268-272 and female & male standard toilets.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- The steps can be seen in photograph 1.
- There is/are 2 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to 261-267.
- The step(s) is/are medium (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps can be seen in photograph 2. These steps can only be reached by overcoming the other steps detailed above.
- There are not doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
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Getting Around
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- 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.
- The lighting levels are good.
- This building does not play background music.
Getting Around (Third Floor)
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Access
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- There is/are 6 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to 351-355.
- The step(s) is/are medium (11cm - 17cm).
- There is a platform lift which overcomes the steps.
- The steps can be seen in photograph 1. The steps and lift are located to the right of the building. Lift B and rooms 351-355 are at the top of the stairs whilst at the bottom are all other third floor services including lift A and lift C. More information on the lift overcoming the steps can be found in the section "Lift (Third Floor)".
- There is/are 5 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to 358 and female & male standard toilets.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- The steps can be seen in photograph 2.
- There is/are 4 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to 302-312.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- There is an enclosed platform lift which overcomes the steps.
- The steps can be seen in photograph 3. More information on the lift overcoming the steps can be found in the section "Lift (302-312)".
- There are not doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
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Getting Around
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- 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 with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
- 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.
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Comments
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- There is a clearly marked medium step to reach room 310 (as can be seen in photograph 4).
Lift (Third Floor)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located on the third floor between lift C and lift B.
- The lift is a stair lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The lift is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift [lift C].
- Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 76cm (2ft 6in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 87cm x 76cm (2ft 10in x 2ft 6in).
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does not have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lighting level in the lift is bright.
Lift (302-312)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located in the stairwell of staircase A on the third floor.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
- The lift is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the lift [lift A].
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 85cm x 125cm (2ft 9in x 4ft 1in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in 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 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.
Getting Around (Fourth Floor)
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Access
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- There is a steep ramp, with no handrails, for access to 421A.
- The width of the ramp is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The ramp can be seen in photograph 1.
- There is/are 6 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the George Birkbeck Bar.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- There is a platform lift which overcomes the steps.
- The steps can be seen in photograph 2. More information on the lift that overcomes these stairs can be found in the "Lift (George Birkbeck Bar)" section.
- There is/are 1 clearly marked step(s), with handrails on both sides, for access to the George Birkbeck Bar terrace area .
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- The step can be seen in photograph 3. There are two alternate steps to the terrace area that can be seen in photograph 4.
- There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
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Getting Around
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- 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.
Lift (The George Birkbeck Bar)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located on the fourth floor.
- The lift is a stair lift.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The lift is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the lift [lift B].
- Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 80cm x 101cm (2ft 7in x 3ft 4in).
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does not have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lighting level in the lift is bright.
Eating and Drinking (The George Birkbeck Bar)
- The following information is for the bar.
- The bar does serve food.
- Full table service is not available.
- Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
- Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the George Lift.
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 68cm (2ft 3in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 102cm (3ft 4in).
- The standard height for tables is 102cm.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- Takeaway cutlery is not available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- 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.
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Comments
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- There are also small tables with a height of 37cm which can be seen in photograph 5.
- The menu details hot drinks only.
- There is a terrace with tables at heights of 72cm and 107cm. These can be seen in photograph 6.
- The George Birkbeck Bar was closed until further notice at the time of survey.
Getting Around (Fifth Floor)
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Access
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- There is/are 6 clearly marked step(s), with a handrail on the left going up, for access to the fifth floor terrace area (Terrace 5 cafe).
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- The steps can be seen in photograph 1.
- There is/are 1 clearly marked step(s), with no handrails, for access to 542.
- The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
- This can be seen in photograph 2.
- There are no doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
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Getting Around
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- 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 high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- The lighting levels are good.
- This building does not play background music.
Eating and Drinking (Terrace 5)
- The following information is for the refectory.
- Full table service is not available.
- Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
- Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
- There is not a lowered section at the counter.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests.
- The nearest table is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift (lift B).
- The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 46cm (1ft 6in).
- The distance between the floor and the highest table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
- The standard height for tables is 72cm.
- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- Takeaway cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are not available.
- 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.
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Comments
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- There is an outdoor covered terrace area with tables at a height of 70cm.
- The terrace can be accessed via a platform lift.
Opening Times (Terrace 5)
- Monday 10:00 - 20:00.
- Tuesday 10:00 - 20:00.
- Wednesday 10:00 - 20:00.
- Thursday 10:00 - 20:00.
- Friday 10:00 - 20:00.
- Saturday Closed.
- Sunday Closed.
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Comments
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- Hot food is served Monday - Friday 12:30 - 14:30 and 17:00 - 19:30.
- Outside of term time the eatery is open 10:00 - 16:00 and has hot food served from 12:00 - 14:30.
Lift (Terrace 5)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located between Terrace 5 refectory and the roof top terrace.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are refectory and terrace.
- The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
- The lift is approximately 23m (25yd 6in) from the entrance to Terrace 5.
- Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 104cm (3ft 5in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 109cm x 142cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 8in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- The lift does 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 not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
Toilet with Adaptations (Left Transfer Basement)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the lift [lift A].
- This accessible toilet is located on the basement floor.
- The accessible toilet is located on the basement floor.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
- This is by lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- 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 reception.
- 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 is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 198cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 6in).
- There is not a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space in the accessible toilet.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 82cm (2ft 8in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- The tap type is twist/turn.
- 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 181cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
- 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 103cm.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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.
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Comments
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- There is a baby change in the toilet at the height of 98cm.
Toilet with Adaptations (Left Transfer Ground Floor)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located in the corridor to the right of the main reception on entrance.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- 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 main reception.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
- The door may be difficult to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 218cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 2in).
- 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 81cm (2ft 8in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- The tap type is sensor.
- There is a mixer tap.
- There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
- There is a/are female sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
- As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
- 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 56cm (1ft 10in).
- 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 118cm (3ft 10in).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
- The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
- The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
- There is a fair 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 moderate to good.
Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer First Floor Library)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 49m (53yd 1ft) from the main lift in the Library.
- This accessible toilet is located near the Accessibility Centre on the first floor.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
- This is by lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- 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 Help Desk.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 200cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 7in).
- 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 84cm (2ft 9in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- The tap type is twist/turn.
- 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 120cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 74cm.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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 fair.
- The lighting levels are good.
Toilet with Adaptations (Left Transfer Fourth Floor)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
View
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift [lift A].
- This accessible toilet is located to your right on exiting the lift on the fourth floor.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
- This is by lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is not a shared toilet.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from main reception.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 195cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 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 69cm (2ft 3in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- The tap type is 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 121cm from the floor.
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 108cm (3ft 7in).
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 75cm.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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.
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Comments
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- The soap dispenser is hand held.
- There is a baby change at a height of 95cm.
Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer Fifth Floor)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift [lift A].
- This accessible toilet is located to your right when you exit the lift.
- The accessible toilet is located on the fifth floor.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
- This is by lift.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is not a shared toilet.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from main reception and school offices.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 200cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 7in).
- 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- The tap type is twist/turn.
- 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 not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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.
Toilet with Adaptations (Right Transfer Sixth Floor)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the right after leaving Lift A.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from reception.
- There is 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 may be difficult to open.
- 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.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 206cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 9in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are moderate to 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 81cm (2ft 8in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin and 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 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 low.
- 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 not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
- There is a/are coat hook(s).
- The height of the coat hook is 120cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not 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 backrest.
- 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 111cm (3ft 8in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
- 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the right hand side of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is twist turn 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 103cm.
- 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 94cm (3ft 1in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
Toilet with Adaptations (Left Transfer Seventh Floor)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the right after leaving Lift A.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the lift.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
- A key is required for the accessible toilet.
- The key is a radar key.
- The key can be obtained from Reception.
- There is 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 easy to open.
- 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.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 230cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 7in).
- 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
- There is a flush, however it is not 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 low.
- 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 not 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 120cm from the floor.
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not 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 backrest.
- 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 109cm (3ft 7in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
- 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 71cm (2ft 4in).
- There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
- The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- The wash basin tap type is twist turn 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 93cm (3ft 1in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
Standard Toilet(s)
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Location of Standard Toilet(s)
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- There are male and female standard toilets facilities on the basement floor, the ground floor, the first floor, the second floor, the fourth floor, the fifth floor, the sixth floor and the seventh floor.
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Standard Toilet Surveyed
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- A male standard toilet was surveyed.
- The toilet surveyed is located in the corridor to the right of reception.
- 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 17m from the main entrance.
- There is a/are cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
- There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the seat.
- Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.
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Comments
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- The ground floor female and male standard toilets are shown in photographs 1 to 8.
- There are standard toilets located near to Lift A on floors 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
- The standard toilets on these floors are located on the right after leaving the lift.
- There are additional standard toilets ahead from Lift B on floors 2, 3 and 4, and near to Stair D on Floor B.
Standard Toilet(s) (Third Floor)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The shared toilet is located to the right after leaving Lift A.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the lift.
- The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is medium.
- There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
- The ambulant toilet does not have horizontal wall mounted grab rails.
- The ambulant toilet does not have vertical wall mounted grab rails.
- There is a/are dropdown rail(s) on the left as you face the ambulant toilet(s).
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 72cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is lever twist.
- Lighting levels are good.