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Summary

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• Service View
  • The Bannerman Centre is located in the centre of the Campus opposite the Hamilton Centre.
• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; teaching, meeting, study and workshop rooms; work and study areas including group, quiet and silent study areas; and a café.
  • The Bannerman Centre is also home to the Library, IT Support, the Professional Development Centre, the West London Assessment Centre and the Student Wellbeing Centre which includes the Assistive Technology Centre (ATC).
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located to rear of the café on the ground floor, within the Professional Development Centre on the first floor, off the teaching spaces corridor on the second and third floors, and on all floors in the library.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor to the rear of the café, on the first and third floors in the library, and on the second floor off the teaching spaces corridor.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor to the rear of the café, on the first and third floors in the library, and on the second floor off the teaching spaces corridor.
  • Gender neutral toilet facilities are located on the ground and first floors, to the rear of the library.

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Useful Information

• The Student Support and Welfare Team are located in the Howell Building.
• To see more information on Student Wellbeing please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01895 268 268.
• Email: disability@brunel.ac.uk.
• The Student Living Reception is located on the ground floor of Concourse Hall.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01895 267 100.
• Email: bca@brunel.ac.uk.
• These contact details are for pre-application enquiries.
  For details about who to contact for other application enquiries, please click the link above.
• To see more information on Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01895 265 599.
• Email: enquiries@brunel.ac.uk.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Brunel University London can be reached from M40 Junction 1 continuing via A40/B483 Park Road/A4020 Hillingdon Road/Kingston Lane; M25 Junction 16 via M40 (as above); or M4 Junction 4 via A408 Stockley Road past Hillingdon Hospital, then Pield Heath Road/Kingston Lane.
  • There are pay and display car parks all around the university campus that require a parking permit.
    A Blue Badge holders free permit can be collected from the Eastern Gateway Building reception on arrival.
    There is temporary free parking available outside the Eastern Gateway Building for permit collection.
  • For more information on the campus entrance, and location of the Eastern Gateway Building please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • Transport for London routes U1, U2, U4 and U7 serve Kingston Lane, with route U3 serving Cleveland Road, route U5 serving Station Road and Cowley Road, with route 222 also serving Cowley Road.
    The 'Heathrow Fast' route A10, route 427 from Hayes and Southall, SL8 from Shepherd's Bush, and Arriva route 724 from Harlow all serve Hillingdon Road.
  • For more information on Transport for London bus routes please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is West Drayton.
  • West Drayton is served by the Elizabeth Line and Great Western Railway.
  • For more information on Elizabeth Line please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Great Western Railway please click here (opens new tab).
• By Underground View
  • The nearest underground station is Uxbridge.
  • Uxbridge is served by the Metropolitan and Piccadilly Lines.
  • For more information on London Underground please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • Where is Brunel? page.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is Cleveland Road.
  • The car park is located to the rear of the building.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The nearest Blue Badge parking bay is 20m from the rear entrance.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Cleveland Road)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the west side of the campus, off Cleveland Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Wilfred Brown, Michael Sterling, the Bannerman Centre, Tower A, Tower B, and Antonin Arnaud.
  • 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.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • There is/are 16 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 230cm x 480cm.
  • The marked zone is 130cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for non permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment can be made by phone.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is a campus map available within the car park.
• Comments View
  • The car park surface is block paving, tarmac and concrete.
  • There is a variation of marked zones, to one side only or to both sides and not to the rear, or to either or both sides and to the rear.
  • There are generally a minimum of two Blue Badge parking bays nearest each building.

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Approach (Main Entrance)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is block paving.
  • There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
  • The bollard(s) does/do not have a high visual contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a slight gradient and has no handrails.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
  • There is/are 6 unmarked step(s), with handrails on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
• Comments View
  • This describes the approach from main concourse near the Hamilton Centre.
  • There is level access to the Bannerman Centre from other parts of the campus, including the car park.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off the main pedestrian concourse, opposite the Hamilton Centre.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Library Student Wellbeing Professional Development Centre'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • 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 key card reader is 80cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 80cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 171cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 80cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 161cm.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance - Staff)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the building, off the car park.
  • This entrance gives access to the staff area on the ground floor to the rear of the library.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • 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 key card reader is 115cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a slope with a very easy incline.
• Comments View
  • The slope with a very easy incline is to the left side of the doorway.
  • There is an alternative route via slope on a slight gradient to the right side of the doorway.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building .
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• 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 not play background music in communal areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Opening Times (IT Support)

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Counter (IT Support)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located on the right after the main entrance.
  • The counter is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
  • The counter is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the counter.
  • There is not a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
  • The height of the counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the counter.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 10/07/2024.
  • The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
• Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the counter.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There is bench seating only.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Lift (Main)

• The lift is located on the left, after the main entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2 and 3.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• There is a push pad activated automatic single door to access the lift lobby on the ground floor.
  There is a key card released manual, heavy, single door to access the lift lobby on the first and third floors for the library.
  There is a push pad activated automatic single door to access the lift lobby on the second floor for the Professional Development Centre.
  There are key card released manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on the second floor.
  There is a push pad activated automatic single door to access the lift lobby on the third floor for the Student Wellbeing Centre.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is high.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 105cm x 142cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 8in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
• There is a similar lift to the rear left of the building.

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Other Floors (for Professional Development Centre)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located ahead from the main entrance, on the left.
  • The stairs are approximately 13m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Other Floors (Purple Staircase)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located on the left after the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 7m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the ground floor, on the first floor and on the second floor.
  • There is a key card released manual, heavy, single door to enter and exit the stairwell on the third floor for the library.
    There is a push pad activated automatic single door to enter and exit the stairwell on the third floor for the Student Wellbeing Centre.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are G, 1, 2 and 3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 28cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There are additional stairs at or near each corner of the building, including for the library.
  • There are generally manual, single, heavy doors to enter and exit all additional stairwells, some of which may require a key card.

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Opening Times (Library)

• The building is open 24 hours via swipe card.

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Entrance (Library)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor, straight ahead from the main entrance to the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of the library.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Library'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 166cm.

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Reception (Library)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on the ground floor, on the right after the entrance to the library.
  • The reception point is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the entrance to the library.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 110cm.
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 73cm.
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
• Security Barriers View
  • There are security barriers at the reception.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 53cm.
  • The width of the wider security barriers is 89cm.
  • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
  • The height of the key card reader is 94cm.
• Comments View
  • The reception counter is staffed 24 hours a day.

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Opening Times (Library Help Desk)

• Monday 08:30 - 19:00.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 19:00.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 19:00.
• Thursday 08:30 - 19:00.
• Friday 08:30 - 19:00.
• Saturday 12:00 - 19:00.
• Sunday 12:00 - 19:00.

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Counter (Library Help Desk)

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• Counter View
  • The counter is located on the right after the entrance to the library.
  • The counter is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the entrance to the library.
  • Clear signage for the counter is not visible from the lift.
  • There is step-free access to the counter.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are good.
  • The height of the counter is high (110cm+).
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 80cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the counter.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the counter.
  • There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in this area is carpet.
• Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the counter.

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Library

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• Library Circulation View
  • There is step-free access within the library.
  • The type of flooring in the library is carpet.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
• Self Service Machines View
  • There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
  • The self service book borrow/return machine(s) is/are located on the ground floor, on the right after the reception desk.
  • The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 110cm and 153cm.
• Library Services View
  • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: ebook and ejournal.
  • There are reading/study desks available.
  • The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 73cm in height.
  • There are some height adjustable desks available.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
  • For more information about borrowing laptops please click here.
  • Auxiliary aids are available.
  • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Ergonomic Chairs and Headsets.
  • More comprehensive auxiliary aids can be provided by the Assistive Technology Centre on the third floor.
  • The library does have computers with accessible software.
  • Accessible software available includes: Texthelp Read&Write.
  • Xmind idea management and mind mapping software is also available.
    Accessible software enquiries can be made at the Assistive Technology Centre on the third floor.
  • A member of staff is available to provide assistance.

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Lift (Library)

• The lift is located to the mid rear of the library.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the entrance to the library.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2 and 3.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• There is a manual, heavy, single door to access the lift lobby on the first floor.
  There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby on the second and third floors.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 105cm x 138cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 6in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.

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Opening Times (Professional Development Centre)

• Monday 09:30 - 16:45.
• Tuesday 09:30 - 16:45.
• Wednesday 09:30 - 16:45.
• Thursday 09:30 - 16:45.
• Friday 09:30 - 16:45.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Entrance (Professional Development Centre)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the first floor, on the right out of the main lift.
  • This entrance gives access to the Professional Development Centre.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Professional Development Centre'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 60cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 95cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.

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Reception (Professional Development Centre)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on the right after the entrance to the Professional Development Centre.
  • The reception point is approximately 18m (19yd 2ft) from the entrance to the Professional Development Centre.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 75cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There are armchairs and sofas in the waiting area.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Opening Times (Student Wellbeing)

• Monday 09:00 - 16:30.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 16:30.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 16:30.
• Thursday 09:00 - 16:30.
• Friday 09:00 - 16:30.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Entrance (Student Wellbeing)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the third floor, on the right out of the main lift.
  • This entrance gives access to the Student Wellbeing Centre.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 100cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 88cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.

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Reception (Student Wellbeing)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located on the right after the entrance to the Wellbeing Centre.
  • The reception point is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the entrance to the Wellbeing Centre.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors at/behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 73cm.
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
  • There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • The type of system is a portable loop.
  • The hearing system is available only on request.
  • The hearing assistance system is not signed.
  • Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 10/07/2024.
  • The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is laminate.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • There are armchairs and sofas in the waiting area.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Opening Times (Assistive Technology Centre)

• Monday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 22:00.
• Saturday 09:00 - 15:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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Entrance (Assistive Technology Centre)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the third floor, right out of the main lift.
  • This entrance gives access to the Assistive Technology Centre.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Assistive Technology Centre (ATC)'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 100cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 103cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 110cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.

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Assistive Technology Room (Assistive Technology Centre)

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• Room Access View
  • The room is located on the third floor.
• Room Details View
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room.
  • The majority of the desk(s) are 69cm in height.
  • There is a height adjustable desk in this area.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides in the room.
  • Auxiliary aids are available.
  • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Large Key Keyboards, High Visibility Keyboards, a Trackball/Marble Mouse, Ergonomic Chairs, Adjustable Foot Rests, Document Holders, Hand Held Magnifiers, CCTV/Video Magnifiers, Coloured Overlays, Headsets, Audio Recorders and Angle Poise Lamp.
  • There is also a braille embosser available for use.
  • There are computers with accessible software.
  • Accessible software available includes: JAWS, Zoomtext, Texthelp Read&Write, Dragon Naturally Speaking and ABBYY FineReader.
  • Glean note-taking web app, ProWritingAid writing aid, and Xmind idea management and mind mapping software are also available.
  • The type of flooring in the room is carpet.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • Lighting levels are good.
• Comments View
  • There are also armchairs and ergonomic chairs available.
  • There are coffee tables with a surface height of 40cm.
  • There are seven assistive technology study rooms available within the Centre.

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Assistive Technology Room (Room BANN 313c - Example)

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• Room Access View
  • The room is located within the Assistive Technology Centre.
  • The room is 9m from the entrance to the Assistive Technology Centre.
  • There is step-free access into the room.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'BANN 313c'.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
• Room Details View
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room.
  • There is a height adjustable desk in this area.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides in the room.
  • Auxiliary aids are available.
  • All auxiliary aids available within the Centre are available to use in any room.
  • There are computers with accessible software.
  • All accessible software available within the Centre is available to use in any room.
  • The type of flooring in the room is carpet.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Opening Times (1966 Café)

• Monday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Outside Access (1966 Café)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left of the Bannerman building, on the corner.
  • This entrance gives access to the café.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • There is a push pad/button to enter the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 70cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 166cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • There is another set of manual double doors to the left of this entrance.
  • There is also level access internally to the café from within the Bannerman Centre, near the entrance to the library.

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Eating and Drinking (1966 Café)

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• Location and Access View
  • The café is located on the ground floor.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered, full table service available via online app and a touchscreen ordering service available.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; written wall menus, menu boards and online menus.
  • Wall menus are clearly written but handheld menus are not.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music is played at all times.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Orders can be taken for collection or delivery using the available touchscreen kiosks, or by using the Uni Food Hub app.
    For more information about the Uni Food Hub app, click here (opens in a new tab).
    The touchscreens may be found to the left of the service counter.
    The touchscreen controls are between 155cm and 162cm high.
    There is a card payment terminal 100cm from the floor.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 122cm.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 86cm.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 72cm.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 49cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 109cm.
  • Some tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also coffee tables, high tables, long tables, armchairs, bench seats and high stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl, tiles and laminate.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, on the left before the entrance to the library.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 29m (31yd 2ft) 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 pictorial and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ 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 heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 144cm x 190cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 3in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is low.
  • 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 a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with no lid) 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 backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 123cm (4ft).
  • The 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 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 114cm.
  • 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 129cm (4ft 3in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Library - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor to the rear of the library.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 48m (52yd 1ft) from the entrance to the library.
  • 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 and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 136cm x 220cm (4ft 6in x 7ft 3in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal 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 contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is low.
  • 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 nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with no lid) 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 backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • The 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The 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 85cm.
  • 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 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • There is also second similar accessible toilet within the adjacent toilets lobby, as shown in the photographs.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Library - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor to the rear of the library.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the library 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, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 135cm x 282cm (4ft 5in x 9ft 3in).
  • 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a 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) 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 nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with no lid) 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 backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • 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 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • 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 is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
  • The 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 85cm.
  • 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 125cm (4ft 1in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • There are similar accessible toilets on the second and third floors, off the teaching spaces corridor.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Library - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear left of the library on the first floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 44m (48yd 4in) from the library 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 heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 92cm (3ft).
  • The 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 198cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 6in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the right of the toilet and wall is low.
  • 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 a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with no lid) 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 backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • 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 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The 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 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The 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 87cm.
  • 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).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is medium.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • The accessible toilet is 20m from the rear left lift.
  • There are similar accessible toilets on the second and third floors.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Professional Development Centre - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • The accessible toilet was out of use at the time of the survey.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right past the reception desk.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
  • 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 low.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The 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.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 143cm x 190cm (4ft 8in x 6ft 3in).
  • 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is low.
  • The visual 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 a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are nappy/incontinence items bin and general waste (with no lid) 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 backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • The 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 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is twist/turn.
  • 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 83cm.
  • 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 138cm (4ft 6in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor, on the left before the entrance to the library.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 26m from the main 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.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • The ambulant toilet does not have horizontal wall mounted grab rails.
  • The placement of vertical wall mounted grab rails vary between the ambulant cubicles.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 80cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There are additional female and male standard toilets on the first and third floors in the library, and on the second floor off the teaching spaces corridor.
    There are no ambulant cubicles in these additional facilities.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The gender neutral toilet is located on the ground floor to the rear of the library.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 45m from the entrance to the library.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There is a/are horizontal wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
  • There is a/are dropdown rail(s) on the right as you face the ambulant toilet(s).
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 73cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • The gender neutral toilet is as designated within the accessible toilet within the toilets lobby.
    There are additional gender neutral standard toilets on the first floor, to the rear of the library.
    There are no grab rails in these additional facilities.