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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include classrooms, computer rooms, a cafe and staff offices.
• Related link English Language Teaching Centre (ELTC) - The Oasis.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/university-of-sheffield/access-guides/english-language-teaching-centre-the-oasis

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom B02 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom B03 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom B05 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom B08 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom B09 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom B11 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom B12 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom C02 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom C03 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom C04 please click here (new tab)
• Computer Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for C10 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for D10 please click here (new tab)

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom C05 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom C08 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom C09 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom C11 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom C12 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom D02 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom D03 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom D04 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom D05 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom D08 please click here (new tab)

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Rooms and Spaces Links

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• Teaching Room(s) View
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom D09 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom D11 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom D12 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom K01 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom K02 please click here (new tab)
  • To view the AccessAble Access Guide for Classroom K06 please click here (new tab)

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • ELTC is located on the Sheffield Inner Ring Road, to the north of the city centre and University's City Campus, on Netherthorpe Road, and can be accessed via the A61.
    Follow the directions detailed on the University website Maps and Travel page (see below).
  • There is no on site car parking. University owned public car parks are available on Durham Road and Solly Street.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is the Netherthorpe Road bus stop on Meadow Street.
• By Train View
  • The nearest station is Sheffield. Sheffield is at the heart of the UK railway network, so is easily accessed from most of the country.
    There is step free access by lift to all platforms at the station.
    The station is 320m from the Sheffield Interchange, where buses are available to the campus, or 160m from the Sheffield Station tram stop which connects to the Shalesmoor tram stop on the Blue Line.
• By Tram View
  • The nearest tram stop is the Shalesmoor stop which is served by the Blue Line from Halfway and the Yellow Line from Meadowhall.
• Useful Links View
  • For more details on how to get to the University, please see the Maps and Travel Page.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For more information about University car parks and permits please click here.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For more information about public transport in South Yorkshire, and a journey planner, please click here.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
• AccessAble Related Links View
  • Route from Sheffield Railway Station to Bus Station AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.
  • Route from Sheffield Railway Station to Tram Stop AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.
  • University of Sheffield Tram Stop AccessAble Access Guide (new tab) - click here.

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability and Dyslexia Support Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 222 1303.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Deaf Messaging Service please click here (opens new tab).
• This service provides a text alert from the University fire alarm system. Building codes for the system can be found at the web address provided.
• To see more information on Student Services Information Desk please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 222 1299.
• To see more information on Applicant Information Desk please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 222 8030.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 222 4488.
• Email: [email protected].

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located Rear of building centre of block.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 250cm x 460cm (8ft 2in x 15ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the A block entrance.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are dropped kerbs.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does not have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is not a site/campus car park within approximately 200m.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Solly Street Car Parking.
  • The car park is located on Solly Street.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located front right of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 126cm (4ft 2in).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 126cm (4ft 2in).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Outside Access (K Block)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Outside Access (Access to Classrooms on Floors B, C, D)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located rear of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 115cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on the right going up the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp is 110cm (3ft 7in).

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Outside Access (Block A Rear Access)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the building.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 123cm (4ft).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 123cm (4ft).
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 107cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Opening Times (Reception opening hours)

• Monday 08:45 - 16:45.
• Tuesday 08:45 - 16:45.
• Wednesday 08:45 - 16:45.
• Thursday 08:45 - 16:45.
• Friday 08:45 - 15:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Reception

• Reception is located to the left of the entrance.
• The desk is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the entrance.
• The reception area is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this reception area.
• The lighting levels in the reception area are medium.
• The reception desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • This building does not play background music.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, C, D, E, F, G.
  • The stairs are located to rear of the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 3m from the rear entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • There are another similar set of stairs to the rear of the building as seen in photographs 5, 6 and 7.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located rear corridor.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are A, B, C, D, E, F, G.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the rear entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 139cm x 109cm (4ft 7in x 3ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is low.

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Refuge Intercom System

• Refuge intercom systems are available in both stairwells.
• Intercoms are available for the main stairs on floors B-G (photographs 1 and 2).
• The height of the buttons on the intercoms ranges from 92cm - 98cm.
• Intercoms are available for the courtyard stairs on floors B-D (photographs 3 and 4).
• The height of the buttons on these intercoms is 93cm.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located on level A near the lifts with baby change and shower. The other accessible toilets are located in the lift lobbies of levels G, B, C, D, E, F.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located within the lift lobbies on most floors..

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Floor A)

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This accessible toilet is located on Floor A opposite the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is written text, tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 205cm x 250cm (6ft 9in x 8ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 115cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 137cm (4ft 6in).
  • 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 good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the left.
  • There is not 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 good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 101cm and 135cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • 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 122cm (4ft).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is poor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head can be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 55cm (1ft 10in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The colour contrast between the shower rails and wall is good.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The colour contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Lobby of Floor B)

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 196cm (4ft 10in x 6ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 117cm from floor level.
  • 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 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • 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 good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 101cm and 136cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is good.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 112cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is good.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located in the lift lobbies of each floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 3m from the lift.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.