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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include The Business School, Information Technology Services, The School of Social Sciences, Molecular and Cell Biology and Biomedical Sciences.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
• This venue is situated in Aberdeen.
• The venue is situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest mainline station is Aberdeen.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• There is/are 1 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 550cm x 450cm (18ft 1in x 14ft 9in).
• The nearest Blue Badge bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the Annexe entrance.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• There is not a designated drop off point.

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  • There are several additional designated bays available in the car park off Dunbar Street and 1 bay at the rear of the building.

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Outside Access (Block C - Accessible Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located leading between the blocks at the rear ground floor.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in).

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  • There is a similar entrance to block B opposite this entrance.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the rear side of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 95cm (3ft 1in).

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Level Change (Rear Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading to the entrance from the car park.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance (Block A))

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• Main Entrance (Block A)
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in).

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• 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 double.
  • The width of the door opening is 162cm (5ft 4in).

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Level Change (Main Entrance (Block A))

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located leading up to the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 200cm (6ft 7in).

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  • The automatic doors open towards you.
  • The second set of doors are push pad operated.

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Outside Access (Block C Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, to the left.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• Block C Entrance
• 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 134cm (4ft 5in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.

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Level Change (Block C Entrance)

• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located leading down to the entrance.
• There is/are 8 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are bright.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Reception (IT Services)

• The desk/counter is 11m (12yd 1in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.

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  • This desk is located next to the Block A entrance.
  • There are computer classrooms available which include some computers with enhanced software, large screens etc.
  • There are 3 assistive technology booths which contain computers with enhanced hardware and software and give additional provision for disabled students.
  • Photograph 3 sshows one of the booths.

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Reception (Social Sciences Office)

• The desk/counter is 100m (109yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.

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  • The Social Sciences Office Reception is located on the first floor of Block C, and is open 09.00 - 16.30 Monday - Friday.

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Reception (Business School)

• The desk/counter is 150m (164yd 2in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.

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  • The Business School Reception is located on the second floor of Block C, and is open 09.00 - 16.00 Monday - Friday.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.

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Level Change (Inside Access)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located leading from Block A to Block B on the 2nd floor.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.

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  • The ramp has handrails a both sides.
  • There is also a moderate ramp, 100 cm wide with handrails on both sides, or 4 medium, well marked steps with handrails, leading up from Block C to the Annexe on the first floor, shown in the photograph.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, G, 1 and 2.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • 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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  • There are several sets of similar stairs throughout the blocks.

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Lift (Block A)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left of the entrance as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G, 1 and 2.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 95cm x 130cm (3ft 1in x 4ft 3in).
• 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 Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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  • There is a lift which can be used for fire-evacuation. Please call 01224 272 063 for more information.

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Lift (Block C)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located towards the rear left of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1 and 2.
• The lift is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 94cm x 139cm (3ft 1in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Accessible Toilet (Block A)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial and tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex 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 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 216cm x 222cm (7ft 1in x 7ft 3in).
  • 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 both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space is 66cm (2ft 2in).
  • 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 non-infectious waste and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There 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 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• 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 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 bright.
• Comments View
  • There is 110cm transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.

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Accessible Toilet (Block C)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 30m (32yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located next to the Block B main entrance.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 159cm x 340cm (5ft 3in x 11ft 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 not available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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.
  • 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 75cm (2ft 6in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • 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 contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There is also a standard male toilet next to the stairs on the second floor.
  • Standard toilets are also located next to the stairs in Block B.
  • Female toilets are located on the ground and second floors.
  • Male toilets are on the first floor.

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Accessible Toilet (Annexe)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right of the main corridor from Block D.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 147cm x 198cm (4ft 10in 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • 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 fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 77cm (2ft 6in).
• 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 contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • The details here are for the toilet on the ground floor. There are identical toilets on the first floor.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Annexe)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the right of the main corridor from Block D.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the right of the main corridor from Block D.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • The details here are for the toilet on the ground floor. There are identical toilets on the first floor.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Block C)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the first floor, next to the stairs.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 60m (65yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located next to the Block B Main Entrance.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 33m (36yd 3in) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There is also a standard male toilet next to the stairs on the second floor.
  • Standard toilets are also located next to the stairs in Block B.
  • Female toilets are located on the ground and second floors.
  • Male toilets are on the first floor.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Block A)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the entrance as you enter.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left of the entrance as you enter.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • There are also standard toilets available on the lower ground floor, next to the lift.

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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.

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  • Then is a terminal in room G83 which has a large screen and mouse, and has enhanced software loaded.
  • It must be booked in advance, but people with disabilities are given priority access.
  • The photograph shows one of the Refuge Points with call points, which are located by all staircases on all floors.