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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include student accommodation, a run by student roost, student common room, and a launderette.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Poole.
• The nearest National Rail station is Poole.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Disability & Additional Learning Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01202 965663.
• Email: als@bournemouth.ac.uk.
• To see more information on Bournemouth University Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01202 969696.
• Email: accommodation@bournemouth.ac.uk.
• Assistance dogs have full access to the University’s estate, relevant buildings and University student accommodation. An application form for use of an assistance dog can be found on the BU intranet.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
• There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 470cm x 570cm (15ft 5in x 18ft 8in).
• The nearest Blue Badge bay is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the entrance.
• The furthest Blue Badge bay is 9m (9yd 2ft) from the entrance.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
• Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
• The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.

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• Comments View
  • For more details of parking at the university, please see the link
  • here (opens in a new tab).
  • At the current time, November 2024, the car park has very limited access due to building work on site.

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Outside Access (Car Park Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The intercom is at a height of 115cm.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
• The width of the door opening is 75cm (2ft 6in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 154cm (5ft 1in).
• Comments View
  • The door is controlled viava key card. The key card reader is 95cm from the ground.

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Step(s) (Car Park Entrance)

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• Stepped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a/are step(s) located infront of the car park entrance.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access Corfe House.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 12cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Outside Access (Reception Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building, off Seldown Bridge.
• 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 (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
• The width of the door opening is 71cm (2ft 4in).

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• Comments View
  • The door is activated by a key card. The key card reader is 92cm from the floor.
  • There is a very slight slope leading to the entrance door.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.
  • The stairs are located immediately inside the car park entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 3m from the car park entrance.
  • 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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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right as you enter from the car park entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are ground, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main 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 139cm x 107cm (4ft 7in x 3ft 6in).
• 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 moderate to good.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 5m (5yd 1ft) from the external reception entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are good.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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  • The reception is located on the first floor in the common room.

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Opening Times (Reception)

• The venue is open 24hrs.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played in the reception / common room area.
• The lighting levels are varied.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.

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• Comments View
  • The Common Room is located on the first floor within the reception area.
  • The laundry room is located opposite the reception desk. The door for the laundry room has Braille and tactile markings on the sign.

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Level Change (First Floor)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located on the corridor by the common room.
• The ramp/slope is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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• Comments View
  • The ramp leads to the rooms and adapted toilet on the first floor.
  • There is level access to the Common Room, reception and laundry room from reception entrance.

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Accommodation Summary

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• Parking and Transport View
  • The accommodation has its own parking facilities.
  • Secure parking is available.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There is a university bus service stop within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
• Residence Information View
  • The residence surveyed was Corfe.
• Accessible Accommodation Information View
  • The accommodation has 308 rooms in total.
  • There is an/are accessible room(s) within the accommodation.
  • The accommodation has 1 accessible room(s) with accessible bathroom facilities.
  • There is/are 1 accessible room(s) with a wet room/wheel in shower.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the accessible room(s).
  • Accessible toilet facilities are available.
  • The accessible toilet facilities are located on the corridor near to the common room.
• Standard Accommodation Information View
  • There is standard accommodation on the ground floor.
  • Ground floor accommodation does have level access.
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors can be accessed by lift.
  • Standard accommodation has ensuites with stepped shower cubicles.
  • There is not an/are not adjoining room(s) available for the standard room(s).
• Amenities and Communal Facilities View
  • There is a convenience store within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
  • Communal facilities within this residence include a staffed reception, a launderette and a common room.
• Additional Accessibility Aids View
  • There is a deaf alert system available on request.
  • Vibrating pillows alarms are available on request.
  • Bed raisers are not available on request.
  • Portable hoists are not available on request.

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Accommodation

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 1 accessible room(s) with ensuite facilities and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • The accessible facilities are located on the seventh floor.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • This is by lift.
  • The room number viewed was 706.
  • The width of the door to the room is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 250cm x 245cm (8ft 2in x 8ft).
  • The bed is 58cm (1ft 11in) high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 39cm (1ft 3in).
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • It is a push button style of alarm.
  • Other accessible facilities available in the bedroom are an accessible oven, hob and sink, plus lowered kitchen surfaces 76cm high.
  • 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 245cm x 120cm (8ft x 3ft 11in).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • There is a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • 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 left.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
• Bath and Shower View
  • There is not a bath.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is adjustable.
  • The type of shower controls used are lever.
  • The shower seat is flip-down.
  • The shower seat height is 51cm (1ft 8in).
  • There are handrails available for the shower.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible rooms View
  • The visual contrast between the external room door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal room door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between external ensuite / bathroom door and wall is high.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The visual contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is high.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is high.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • Some of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • Available auxiliary aids include vibrating pillows.
  • Vibrating fire alarms are available on request.
  • The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
  • There is / are 1 accessible room(s) with a bath.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• 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.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor corridor, outside the Common Room.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 220cm (5ft 7in x 7ft 3in).
  • 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 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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 not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are female sanitary 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 not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 82cm.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The toilet is solely for the use of disabled students and as there are none in Corfe House, the toilet remains locked.

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Launderette

• The launderette is accessed via a controlled single heavy manual door. The door is opened via a key card. The key card reader is 112cm from the floor.
• There are 4 washing machines and one dryer at floor level. There are also 3 dryers stacked on top of the washing machines. The controls for the machines are between 94cm and 97cm.
• To use the machines, an app - circuit.co.uk - must be used to set up a payment card for use with the machines. There is also a top up machine in the launderette. The controls for the top up machine are between 96cm and 114cm.
• The flooring is vinyl and the lighting is good.
• There are three chairs available which do not have arm rests.

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Common Room

• The entrance to the common room is via double heavy manual doors 156cm wide.
• The common room has a pool table, tables and a vending machine. The height of the controls for the vending machine are between 93cm and 179cm. The underside height of the tables is between 69cm and 71cm, and the surface heights are between 71cm and 75cm.
• Seating comprises sofas and chairs without armrests.
• Flooring is laminate with some shiny parts and lighting is moderate to good.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Staff do not receive deaf awareness training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Staff are not Text Relay aware.