Access Guide
Introduction
- Services / facilities within the building include Ground Floor - Linen Lounge Restaurant, Cafe Met, Fashion & Textiles, Hairdressing, Beauty, Hospitality, Conference Centre, Central Hall and Lecture Theatre.
First Floor - Learner Services Student Union, Faith Room, Creative & Service Industries, Reprographics, Seminar Rooms and Student International & Finance.
Second Floor - Academic Studies, Computing, Electronics, Inclusive Learning, Careers, Medical Room, Dental, Languages and Applied Science.
Third Floor - Business Management & Finance, Learning Resource Centre, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biology and Silent Study.
Fourth Floor - Web & Design IT Network Services and Learning Resource Centre. - Toilets with adaptations are located in the Foyer, along the corridor to the right of Café Met and within the shower room at the end of the corridor off the café.
A Changing Places facility is located on level 2.
Male and female standard toilets are located throughout the campus. - Related link Titanic Quarter Centre - Linen Lounge Restaurant.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/titanic-quarter-centre-linen-lounge-restaurant
- Related link Titanic Quarter Centre - Cafe Met.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/titanic-quarter-centre-cafe-met
- Related link Titanic Quarter Centre - Learning Resource Centre.
- Https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/titanic-quarter-centre-learning-resource-centre
Getting Here
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By Road
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- The campus is located to the north east of Belfast city centre, just to the north of the M3. When coming from the centre of Belfast, continue onto Chichester St, then use any lane to turn left onto Victoria St. Next, use the right 3 lanes to turn slightly right onto Waring St/A2 then use the left lane to turn slightly left to stay on A2. Turn left onto Queens Quay. At the roundabout, continue straight onto Sydenham Rd before turning left onto Old Channel Rd. Continue onto Queens Rd and the campus will be on your right in about 300m.
- There is an underground pay and display car park located off of Queens Road underneath the campus. The car park is accessible.
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By Bus
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- The nearest bus stop is the Titanic stop on Queens Road. The G2 stops at this stop.
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By Train
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- The nearest station is the Titanic Quarter station which is approximately half a mile from the campus. There are no buses between the station and the campus.
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Useful Links
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- For more information on getting to the campus, please see the college's 'how to find us' page on their website.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
- For more information on getting to the campus via bus or train, please see the Translink website.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
Useful Information
- For information on Visiting the University please click here (opens new tab).
- To see more information on Applications please click here (opens new tab).
- Telephone Number: 028 9026 5265.
- Email: studentportal@belfastmet.ac.uk.
- Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training. A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty although this service can be requested. Staff are not Text Relay aware.
Parking (Main Car Park)
- The venue does have its own car park.
- Parking is not free for all users.
- Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
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Venue Car Park
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- The car park is located to the left of the main entrance.
- The car park type is underground.
- Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
- There is/are 10+ Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
- The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 360cm x 460cm (11ft 10in x 15ft 1in).
- Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
- The nearest Blue Badge bay is 4m (4yd 1ft) from the car park entrance.
- The furthest Blue Badge bay is 55m (60yd 5in) from the car park entrance.
- The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
- The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
- The maximum height is 200cm (6ft 7in).
- There is not a designated drop off point.
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- Parking here costs £1.00 per hour.
- Access to the building from this car park is via a platform lift.
- There are 2 designated bays for Blue Badge holders located to the side of the building 24m from the main entrance.
- The dimensions of the bays are 270cm wide by 814cm long. As shown in photograph 5 and 6.
- It is possible to book a space in advance but this is not required.
Outside Access (Car Park Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located within the underground car park.
- There is 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 push pad activated.
- The door(s) is / are single.
- The width of the door opening is 120cm (3ft 11in).
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Step(s)
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- There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
- The step(s) is / are located to the left when exiting the car park.
- There is / are 15+ step(s) to access the entrance.
- The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
- The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
- The steps do have handrails.
- The handrails are on both sides.
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Lift
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- There is a lift to access this entrance.
- The lift does bypass the step(s).
Lift (Car Park)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located to the right on exiting the car park entrance.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are B and G.
- Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the car park entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 150cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 11in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is not 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 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 medium.
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Comments
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- The lift is 55m from the main entrance.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- There is step free access at this entrance.
- There is a bell/buzzer.
- The height of the bell/buzzer is 117cm (3ft 10in).
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 102cm (3ft 4in).
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The width of the door opening is 120cm (3ft 11in).
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
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Comments
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- There are two revolving doors to the left and the right of the accessible entrance.
Outside Access (Staff Car Park Entrance)
- This information is for the entrance located leading from the main car park.
- There is level access into the venue.
- The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in).
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Second set of doors
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- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically.
- The door(s) is / are double.
- The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).
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Comments
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- Access to the building is available by lifts for staff ID holders or Blue Badge holders with a key card.
Reception (Main Reception)
- The desk/counter is 8m (8yd 2ft) 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).
- The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
- The desk/counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a fixed loop.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
Inside Access
- There is level access to the service(s).
- There is a hearing assistance system.
- The system is a fixed loop.
- Staff are trained to use the system.
- This venue does not play background music.
- The lighting levels are medium.
- Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
- Customers can charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
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Comments
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- Access to the building is via access gates located to the left and right of the reception with 2 accessible gates.
- The gates have an opening width of 100cm.
- The gates are operated by a key card.
- Photographs 1, 2, 3 and 4 show the barriers.
Lecture Theatre
- The Lecture Theatre is located to the left on entering from the main entrance.
- Designated seating can be located in the front and the back rows of the theatre.
- The designated seating on the back row is accessed from the lift on the first floor.
- There is a hearing loop system within the theatre.
Other Floors
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Steps
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- The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
- The stairs are located just beyond reception and after the barriers.
- The stairs are approximately 26m from the main entrance.
- There are 15+ steps between floors.
- The lighting levels are medium.
- 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.
- There are six other stairwells scattered throughout the campus all with the same specifications.
Lift
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located just after reception and beyond the barriers to the right of the stairs.
- The lift is a standard lift.
- The floors which are accessible by this lift are B, G, 1, 2, 3 and 4.
- Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
- The weight limit for the lift is 1000kg.
- The lift is approximately 27m (29yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 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 good.
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Comments
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- There are an additional 3 lifts scattered throughout the building all with the same specifications.
Toilet with Adaptations (Foyer - Right Hand Transfer)
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
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Location and Access
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- There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- This accessible toilet is located on the left after the barriers when exiting the reception area.
- There is level access to this accessible toilet.
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Features and Dimensions
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- This is a shared toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The door is easy to open.
- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 240cm (5ft 5in x 7ft 10in).
- 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 right.
- 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 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).
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Position of Fixtures
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- 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 not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 89cm.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
- There is a high visual contrast between the external door and wall.
- There is a high visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
- There is a high visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
- The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
- There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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Comments
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- There are 28 accessible toilets throughout the campus.
- There are 7 on the ground, first and second floors, 6 on the third and 1 on the fourth floor.
Toilet with Adaptations (Café Corridor - Left Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located along the corridor to the right of Café Met, and on the right at the end.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 100m (109yd 1ft) 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 Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text 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 light.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 155cm x 239cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 10in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are moderate to 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
- 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 visual 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 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 visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is 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 47cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
- 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 91cm (2ft 12in).
- The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 88cm.
- 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 95cm (3ft 1in).
- The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
Toilet with Adaptations (Shower - Right Hand Transfer)
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located at the end of the corridor off the café, within the shower room.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 120m (131yd 8in) 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 Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text 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 light.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 249cm x 249cm (8ft 2in x 8ft 2in).
- The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 181cm (5ft 11in).
- 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 visual 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 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 visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
- The visual 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 female sanitary disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is 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 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
- 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 94cm (3ft 1in).
- The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
- 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 medium.
- 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 90cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 103cm (3ft 5in).
- The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
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Accessible Shower
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- The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
- 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 45cm (1ft 6in).
- Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
- The visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
- There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
- The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
- There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
- There is a push button alarm in the shower.
Changing Places (Level 2 - TQ100)
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Location and Access
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- The facility is located on level 2, to the left of the lift.
- The facility is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the the lift.
- The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
- The facility is not located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
- There is level access into the facility, via lift.
- The facility surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
- The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
- The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
- You do not need a key for the facility.
- There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
- There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards.
- The door is light.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The width of the door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the facility are 345cm x 414cm.
- The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
- There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
- The facility has a non-slip floor.
- The visual contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
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Toilet Details
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- The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
- The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 160cm (5ft 3in).
- The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 121cm (3ft 12in).
- Dropdown rails are provided.
- As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
- The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
- As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
- The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
- The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
- There is a spatula flush.
- There is not a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet has a cistern.
- The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
- There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
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Changing Bench and Hoist Details
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- The facility changing bench is free standing.
- The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
- The length of the facility changing bench is 197cm (6ft 6in).
- The facility hoist is powered overhead.
- The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
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Shower Details
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- There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
- The shower head is height adjustable.
- 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 45cm (1ft 6in).
- Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
- The visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
- There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
- The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
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Other Facilities
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- A privacy screen is not available.
- The type of wash basin is fixed.
- The height of the wash basin is 79cm.
- The wash basin tap type is lever.
- There is a mixer tap.
- Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
- As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
- The visual contrast between the wash basin grab rail(s) and wall is low.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 112cm.
- Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
- The height of the hand dryer is 97cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a/are female sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
- There is not a coat hook.
- There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- The lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There is another changing place in Room TQ061.
Standard Toilet(s)
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Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
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- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s)
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- The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located just beyond the reception area when passing through the barriers.
- The female and male toilets are approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
- Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
- Lighting levels are medium.
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Comments
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- There are 21 male and female standard toilets throughout the campus.
