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Introduction

• There are 4 residential blocks and a studio block. Block A has 160 rooms, Blocks B, C and D have a range of rooms between 130 and 140 per block. The Studio Block has 68 Studios. There is a launderette and common room.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Bournemouth.
• The nearest mainline station is Bournemouth.
• There is not 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 free for Blue Badge holders.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 1 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 580cm x 340cm (19ft x 11ft 2in).
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main 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 have tactile paving.
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located outside Block A, close to the reception and the entrance to the car park.
• Comments View
  • The entrance to the car park is barrier controlled, which is fob operated and also linked to the main reception.

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Outside Access (Reception Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The bell is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The bell is at a height of 124cm.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The intercom is at a height of 119cm.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 117cm (3ft 10in).
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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• Comments View
  • There is a very slight slope in front of the entrance.
  • There is a 3cm step as part of the threshold of the entrance door.
  • The entrance is controlled by a key fob. The key fob reader is 114cm.
  • There is a long range key fob reader at 115cm.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 3m (3yd 10in) from the reception entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are good.
• The desk/counter is high (110cm+).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building.
  • The type of flooring is carpet, vinyl and laminate.
  • There is some flooring 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.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music/sound.
  • Music/sound is played in the common room during the evening.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Outside Access (Block D Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The intercom is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The intercom is at a height of 100cm.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 98cm (3ft 3in).
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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• Comments View
  • The doors are controlled via a key fob. The height of the key fob reader is 88cm. The student in room 136.3 will use a long range fob. The height of the long range fob reader is 113cm.
  • There is a button to exit the block. The button is 118cm high.

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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 a designated drop off point.
  • There is a university bus service stop within approximately 200 metres of the residence.
• Residence Information View
  • This residence is made up of 4 buildings.
  • All buildings at this residence have similar access to the one surveyed.
  • The residence surveyed was Dorchester.
• Accessible Accommodation Information View
  • The accommodation has 590 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 ceiling track hoist.
  • There is/are 1 accessible room(s) with a wet room/wheel in shower.
  • There is an/are adjoining room(s) available for the accessible room(s).
  • Accessible toilet facilities are not available.
• 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.
  • The communal facilities for the accommodation surveyed include; a kitchen.
• Additional Accessibility Aids View
  • There is a deaf alert system available on request.
  • Vibrating pillows alarms are available on request.
  • Bed raisers are available on request.
  • Portable hoists are not available on request.

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Accommodation (Block D)

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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 in Block D.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • The room number viewed was 136.3.
  • The width of the door to the room is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 579cm x 225cm (18ft 12in x 7ft 5in).
  • The bed is 55cm (1ft 10in) high.
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • No emergency alarm is fitted 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 230cm (7ft 10in x 7ft 7in).
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • No emergency alarm is fitted in the bathroom.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush 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 both sides.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are 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 twist/turn.
  • There is a shower chair.
  • There are no 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 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 dropdown rails and wall 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 flashing alarms and vibrating pillows.
  • Vibrating fire alarms are available on request.
  • The accommodation does provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • Available mobility auxiliary aids include ceiling tracking hoists are available.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
  • There is / are 0 accessible room(s) with a bath.
  • There is / are 1 accessible room(s) with a wheel in shower.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
  • None of these rooms are accessed by platform lift.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors cannot be accessed by lift.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Comments View
  • There is a push button alarm.
  • The shower contains a freestanding shower seat.
  • There is a height adjustable sink.
  • There is an electric hoist.
  • There is a bidet wash system.
  • There is a changing table in the bathroom.
  • There is a nurse call system.
  • There is a visual fire alarm.

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Other Floors (Block D)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are basement, lower ground, ground, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
  • The stairs are located immediately on the right of the entrance to Block D.
  • The stairs are approximately 4m from the entrance to Block D.
  • There are 15+ steps between 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.
• Comments View
  • There are identical stairs in all other blocks, except the studio blocks where access is to floors ground, 1, 2, and 3.

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Lift (D Block)

• The lift is located ahead from the entrance to the block.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are basement, lower ground, ground, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the Block D 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 117cm x 149cm (3ft 10in x 4ft 11in).
• 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 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 are identical lifts in Blocks A, B, & C.

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Shared Kitchen

• The entrance door is a heavy single manual door which opens inwards and 87cm wide.
• Flooring is laminate with some shiny parts and lighting is moderate to good.
• The shared kitchen is equipped with low level worktops 81cm, which has a sink and a hob.
• The kitchens are also equipped with an oven, microwave and fridge/freezer.
• The table is 92cm to the surface and 87cm to the underside. There are chairs without armrests, an arm chair and sofa.

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Launderette

• Access to the launderette is via a heavy single door which opens inwards. The door is 86cm wide.
• The launderette has washing machines and dryers, with some placed at a low level. There is one dryer at floor level.
• Each washing machine has a payment window for card payment. The payment window is 102cm high. The controls for the washing machines are between 92cm to 102cm. There is a Circuit top up machine to top up payment cards.
• There is a non-slip floor and lighting is moderate to good.
• There are bench seats available. The seat height is 45cm.

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Common Room

• There is a common room for students to use.
• It is equipped with a pool table, seating, television and vending machines.
• From the reception lobby, there is an open access of 144cm wide.
• From the outside courtyard, the common room is accessed by automatic double doors which open towards you. The width of the opening is 178cm.
• The flooring is a mix of carpet and laminate. There are some shiny areas.
• There is a mix of chairs with armrests, sofas and bench seats.
• Lighting is moderate to good.

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Level Change (External to Common Room)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located leading from the outside courtyard to the external entrance of the common room.
• The ramp/slope is steep.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up the ramp.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 180cm (5ft 11in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the left as you face the entrance.
• There is/are 2 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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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 Text Relay aware.
• Home visits / services are not available.