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Introduction

• There are meeting rooms and teaching spaces on the ground floor and accommodation on the first, second and third floors.
• Related link Coffee Dock.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/coffee-dock
• Related link Oratory.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/oratory

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The entrance to the campus is located off GracePark Road.
  • There is parking throughout the campus for staff permit holders and visitors who can acquire temporary permits from the reception in the Drumcondra Building.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stations to the campus are located on Drumcondra Road.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is the Drumcondra Railway Station located 1.6 km away.
• Useful Links View
  • For information on Dublin Buses.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • The Irish Rail website.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability Services Homepage please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01 700 5927.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on Disability and Learning Support Service please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on DCU Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: +353 1 7005736.
• 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 anybody and Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located the car park is located to the left of the building reserved parking and the blue badge bay are located in front of the building.
  • 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 1 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 360cm x 480cm (11ft 10in x 15ft 9in).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the accessible 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does not have tactile paving.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located in front of the building.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) both ways.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 164cm (5ft 5in).
• 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 4 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 not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do not have handrails.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the buildings right hand side opposite Dunboyne House.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) is / are permanently held open (at the time of the survey).
  • The width of the door opening is 63cm (2ft 1in).
  • 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.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does have handrails.
  • The handrails are on the right going up.
  • The width of the ramp is 110cm (3ft 7in).

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Reception

• Purcell House Reception is located just inside the main entrance to Purcell House.
• The desk is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the Purcell House.
• 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 bright.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Opening Times (Reception)

• Reception is staffed 24 hours per day.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There is/are 3 unmarked step(s), with no handrails, for access to seating either side of the main staircase.
  • The step(s) is/are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps can be seen in photograph 1.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written and pictorial directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is good colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Meeting Room(s) (PG 01)

• Directional and locational signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the room(s).
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• There is not step free access to the speaker's area at the front.
• There is an easy step to access the speakers desk.
• The height of the speaker's desk/table is 95cm.
• The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
• There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room(s).
• There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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Meeting Room(s) (PG 09)

• Directional and locational signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the room(s).
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• There is not step free access to the speaker's area at the front.
• There is a shallow step to access the speakers area.
• The height of the lectern is 90cm.
• The lectern is not height adjustable.
• There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room(s).
• There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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Meeting Room(s) (PG 10)

• Directional and locational signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the room(s).
• There is a slight ramp/slope for access to the room(s).
• The width of the ramp/slope is 100cm.
• The ramp/slope does not have handrails.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• There is step free access to the speaker's area at the front.
• The height of the speaker's desk/table is 68cm.
• The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
• There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
• There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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Meeting Room(s) (PG 11)

• Directional and locational signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the room(s).
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• There is not step free access to the speaker's area at the front.
• There is a shallow step to access the speakers area.
• The height of the lectern is 95cm.
• The lectern is not height adjustable.
• There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• There is not a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
• There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2.
  • The stairs are located in the middle of the building neat the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 25m from the accessible entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the stairwell from the first floor upwards.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
  • The steps are not 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.
  • There is a similar staircase to the far left of the building which has handrails on the right only and goes from floors G, 1, 2, 3. This can be seen in photograph 2. There is also a similar staircase to the right of the building which can be seen in photograph 3.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located along the main corridor.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby from the first floor upwards.
• The lift is approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 105cm x 135cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 5in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing loop system.
• 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.

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Accommodation

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 4 accessible accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • This information refers to P122.
  • The accessible facilities are located on the first floor.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • This is by lift.
  • The room number viewed was P122.
  • The width of the door to the room is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 100cm x 305cm (3ft 3in x 10ft).
  • The bed is 60cm high.
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in accessible accommodation.
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The information relates to the ensuite.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 240cm x 210cm (7ft 10in x 6ft 11in).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 84cm.
  • The door weight is heavy.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 in height.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 174cm (5ft 9in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet pan the wall mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is adjustable.
  • The type of shower controls used are twist/turn.
  • The shower seat is flip-down.
  • The shower seat height is 56cm (1ft 10in).
  • There are handrails available for the shower.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible rooms View
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between external ensuite / bathroom door and wall is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is good.
  • The colour contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • None of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Ground floor rooms do not have level access.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • There is level access to standard rooms on other floors.
  • This is by platform lift.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.

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Accessible Toilet

• 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 38m (41yd 1ft) from the accessible toilet.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the building near the internal entrance to the coffee dock.
  • 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 134cm x 187cm (4ft 5in x 6ft 2in).
  • 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary, 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 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 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 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • 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).
• 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 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 poor.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Location of Standard Toilet(s) View
  • There are male and female standard toilets facilities on the ground floor.
• Standard Toilet Surveyed View
  • A male standard toilet was surveyed.
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the left of the building near the internal entrance to the coffee dock.
  • There is a female standard toilet in the same location.
  • The standard toilet surveyed is approximately 38m 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.