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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include teaching rooms, standard changing rooms, standard shower, accessible shower and toilet.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include teaching equipment, landing jetty and lifeboats.
• Related link Main Teaching Tower Building- Riverside Campus.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/main-teaching-tower-building-glasgow

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Thursday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Friday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The Riverside Campus is located on the outskirts of Glasgow City Centre across from the River Clyde.
    The M8 Motorway is close to the Riverside Campus.
  • There is Blue Badge parking beside the building.
    There is an on-site car park for permit holders nearby.
    Blue Badge and standard on-street parking is available nearby on Nelson Street and Norfolk Street.
    A public car park is available nearby at Bridge Street and across the River Clyde on Howard Street and Clyde Street.
• By Bus View
  • The campus can be accessed via a number of bus routes, including buses X3, X11, X19, X25/A, X28, X37, X39, X85, X86, X87, 13/A, 19/A, 38/A/B/C/E, 57/A, 213, 240X, 832, 833, 834, 837, 839, 840, 866.
• By Train View
  • The nearest railway station is Argyle Street. However, all of the central Glasgow stations are within reach of the campus using public transport.
• By Underground View
  • The nearest Subway station to the College Campus is Bridge Street, approximately half a mile away.
• Useful Links View
  • Please see the Campus locations and Contact us page of the college website for more information on getting to the campus.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • The Strathclyde Partnership for transport website, for details on buses and the subway.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • The National Rail Enquires website for trains to Glasgow.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Equity, Diversity & Inclusion please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 375 5401/5402.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Help choosing a course from professional careers advisors please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 375 5172 or 014 272 6578.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 375 5533.
• Email: [email protected].

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Riverside Campus.
  • The car park is located at the rear of the Main Teaching Tower building.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Riverside Campus)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the Main Teaching Tower Building.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Main Teaching Tower Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are signposted and have markings which are faded.
  • There is/are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 400cm x 530cm (13ft 1in x 17ft 5in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are not provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is a designated drop off point in this car park.
  • There is not a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is level access to the car park from the Main Teaching Tower Building and the Halls of Residence Building.
  • The nearest designated bay is 21m (22yd 2ft) from the side entrance of the Main Teaching Tower entrance.
• Comments View
  • The car park is access from Ballater Street/ Norfolk Street at the rear of the Riverside Campus.
  • An intercom security barrier is in operation at the campus entrance.
  • Within the car park there is 1 electric car charging point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A UCard is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is 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 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • 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 on the pathway leading to the entrance.
  • The ramp or slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 5 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A UCard is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 174cm (5ft 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 in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp or slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.
• Comments View
  • There is an access gate to access the slope/ramp jetty area to the right has you face the building along the waterfront.
  • The gate is heavy and opens away from you.
  • The gate is 180cm wide.
  • The ramp/slope is off non slip metal grating construction.
  • The ramp/slope gives access to the accessible entrance and the jetty teaching areas.
  • The accessible entrance is 31m from the entrance gate.

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Reception (Marine Skills Centre)

• Marine Skills Centre is located to the right of the main entrance.
• The desk is 32m (34yd 2ft) from the accessible 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 medium.
• 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 system is available only on request.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing system.

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• Comments View
  • The reception desk is 32m along the main corridor from the accessible entrance.
  • The reception desk is 3m from the main entrance to the right.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There are not 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 high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • Fixed loops are located at the reception desk and the 3 teaching classrooms.
  • The hearing system is available only on request.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
• Comments View
  • There are 3 teaching rooms located to the right hand side of the building along the main corridor.
  • There is a kitchen adjacent to the accessible toilet for student use.

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Landing Jetty Teaching Area

• The landing jetty is to the right as you face the building.
• The jetty is accessed via the entrance gate along the waterfront pathway or via the accessible entrance from inside the building.
• The landing jetty is of metal construction.
• There are various types of landing craft and lifeboats on the jetty for teaching purposes.

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Standard Changing Room (Male)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located to the right when you enter the accessible entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 27m (29yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the classroom 3.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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• Comments View
  • There are 4 shower cubicles in the male changing rooms.
  • There is level access to the shower cubicle.
  • The shower head are fixed head.
  • The female changing room is to the left of the male changing room 6m from the accessible entrance.
  • The female changing rooms have the same facilities.

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Standard Shower (Male)

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the male changing rooms.
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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Accessible Shower

• Accessible shower facilities are available.
• The accessible shower(s) surveyed is/are located within the accessible toilets.
• The facilities available in the accessible shower(s) include; an adjustable shower head, handrails and a flip-down seat.
• The height of the seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• Other facilities available include; accessible toilets and sink.
• There is level access to the services from the accessible shower facilities.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 21m (22yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located off the main corridor to the left.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 261cm x 246cm (8ft 7in x 8ft 1in).
  • 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 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • 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 fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are 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 placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A male standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located within the male changing rooms.
  • There is step free access to the standard toilet(s) surveyed from the entrance.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 9m from the accessible entrance.
  • There is not a/are not cubicle(s) suitable for ambulant disabled people in the standard toilet(s) surveyed.
  • Lighting levels in the standard toilet surveyed are good.