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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Lecture rooms, carpentry workshop, costume making workshop, carpentry teaching space, Black Box space, common room, break-out space.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The venue is located to the south-west of Bath and just to the south of the A36. Turn left off the A36 on to Westmorland Road then left onto Westmorland Station Road and the venue will be located to the left.
  • There is 1 Blue Badge Bay and a small number of standard spaces available.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is 190m away on Westmorland Road. This provides direct services to and from Bath Bus station, South Twerton, The Hollow and Haycombe
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Bath Spa and is 0.5 miles away just off Railway Place. The station provides direct services to and from Bristol Temple Meads, Westbury, Frome, Weston-Super-Mare, Reading and London Paddington
• Useful Links View
  • Bus times and fares.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Station, timetable and fare information.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• For information on Visiting the University please click here (opens new tab)
• To see more information on Student Wellbeing Services please click here (opens new tab)
• Telephone Number: 01225 876 543.
• Email: studentwellbeing@bathspa.ac.uk
• For information and guidance on Access and Disability, Mental Health, Medical Services and Money Advice.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab)
• Telephone Number: 01225 876 777.
• Email: accommodation@bathspa.ac.uk
• To see more information on How To Apply please click here (opens new tab)
• Telephone Number: 01225 876 180.

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Egress

• Students who require assistance with evacuating a building will have a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP). If there is an emergency on a campus or on University premises the University Security team would check if a student needed support to evacuate.
  
• If you are on campus, the University Security team can be called at any time to report an incident/emergency on 01225 87 5555.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located along the ground floor corridor.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located along the ground floor corridor.
• Shared standard toilet facilities are located along the ground floor corridor.

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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 permit holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is 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 182cm x 464cm (5ft 12in x 15ft 3in).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 1m (3ft 3in) 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 car park surface is concrete.
  • There is a box of gritting salt which impedes on the width of the Blue Badge bay. this has been taken into account in the dimensions.
• 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).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building to the left of the shutters.
  • 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 101cm (3ft 4in).
  • 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 push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located immediately in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Lift View
  • There is a lift to access this entrance.
  • The lift does not bypass the ramp.

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Outside Access (Stepped Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left of the building frontage.
  • There is ramped/sloped and stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 135cm (4ft 5in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the card reader/lock is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is / are push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located on the approach to the steps and the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • 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 left going up the ramp.
  • The width of the ramp is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located immediately in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 9 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 deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The handrails are on both sides.

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Outside Access (Loading Bay Workshop)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the right of the building frontage.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped 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 111cm (3ft 8in).
  • 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 push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located both before and after the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located just inside the entrance.
  • There is / are 5 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do not have handrails.

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Outside Access (Basement Workshop)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the far left of the building frontage.
  • There is step free 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 109cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 push pad activated when exiting.
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.

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Lift (Accessible Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the accessible entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
• The lift is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 81cm x 140cm (2ft 8in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • There is a short but steep ramp to enter the lift.

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Lift (Next to Stepped Main Entrance)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left after entering the venue.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are ground, first.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the accessible lift entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The lift door is manual, opens outwards and may be difficult to open.
• The dimensions of the lift are 90cm x 150cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 11in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of 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 not have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• Internal lift controls are 87cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • There is a short but steep ramp to access the lift.

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Reception

• Venue reception is located on the left immediately after entering.
• The desk is 13m (14yd 8in) from the accessible entrance lift.
• 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 moderate to good.
• The reception desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered counter.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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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 is/are 10+ clearly marked step(s), with a handrail on the left going up, for access to the Prop Workshop in the basement.
  • The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is not clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is no 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 visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Quiet Study Space

• There is a quiet Study Space available on the ground floor with various seating options and a kitchen area.
  
• Tables range in height from 48cm to 115cm.
  
• Sofas, high stools and chairs with and without armrest are available.
  
• The flooring is vinyl.
  
• Lighting is good.
  
• There is a 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  
• A variety of low and high level cupboards are available.
  
• The low level cupboards have easy to grip handles.
  
• The height of the work surface is 92cm.

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Other Floors (Ground floor corridor to first floor)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground, first.
  • The stairs are located at the end of the ground floor corridor.
  • The stairs are approximately 57m from the accessible entrance lift.
  • 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 not clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Other Floors (Ground Floor Main Entrance Area to First Floor)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground, first.
  • The stairs are located ahead as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 10m from the accessible entrance lift.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • 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.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor Corridor - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located along the main corridor after passing reception.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 43m (47yd 1in) from the accessible entrance 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 visual 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 twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 91cm (2ft 12in).
  • 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 110cm x 264cm (3ft 7in x 8ft 8in).
  • The accessible toilet does not 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 67cm (2ft 2in).
  • 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 high.
  • 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 right.
  • 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) to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
  • 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 not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • 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 cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • 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 92cm (3ft).
  • The visual 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 are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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 95cm.
  • 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor Corridor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located along the main ground floor corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 48m from the accessible lift entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The male toilet is located at the end of the main ground floor corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 56m from the accessible lift entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 84cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Standard Changing Room (Ground Floor Corridor)

• There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located on the main ground floor corridor.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 47m (51yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance lift.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the reception desk.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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Standard Shower (Ground Floor Corridor)

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located at the end of the ground floor corridor.
• There is not level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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Level Change (Ground Floor Shower Room Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located at the entrance to the ground floor shower room.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 73cm (2ft 5in).