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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include The Union of Kingston Students, the Eating Central, collaboration spaces, an Information Desk, and a Faith and Spirituality Centre on the ground floor. The Kingston University Pharmacy and the Agile Working Hub on the second floor. There are also meeting rooms, laboratories, computer rooms and studios on each floor.

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• Comments View
  • During time of survey (November 2024), the main entrance as well as most of the ground floor was undergoing some refurbishments. This also includes the main reception. .
  • Due to this, some areas of the building weren't able to be accessed, in addition visitors cant freely access all areas on the other floors using just the main entrance lift.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The Penrhyn Road campus is located close to Kingston town centre in South West London. The campus is located on the A420.
    Kingston University recommends visitors use the excellent public transport links instead of driving.
  • Free car parking is available on all sites for blue badge holders and there are docking bays for electric cars.
    The University has limited on-site parking facilities and prioritises staff during core working hours (Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 4.30pm). Limited visitor parking is available but must be pre-booked through the person you are visiting, as parking enforcement measures are in operation at all sites.
• By Bus View
  • The 71, 281, K2 and K3 buses all run along Penrhyn Road and there are stops directly outside the main entrance.
• By Train View
  • Trains run regularly from London Waterloo to Surbiton station (midweek 10 trains per hour, journey times 15–32 minutes) and Kingston station (midweek four trains per hour, journey times 28–33 minutes). Both Surbiton and Kingston are in Travelcard Zone 6.
• Useful Links View
  • Kingston University Penrhyn Road campus location.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Transport for London.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • National Rail.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• To see more information on Kingston University Admissions please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: +44 (0)20 3308 9932.
• Email: admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk.
• To see more information on Kingston University Disability and Mental Health Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: +44 (0)20 8417 7314.
• Email: disability@kingston.ac.uk.
• To see more information on Kingston University Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: +44 (0)20 8417 7311.
• Email: accommodation@kingston.ac.uk.
• To see more information on Kingston University Students Union please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: +44 (0)20 8417 2868.
• Email: studentsunion@kingston.ac.uk.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 6 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located on the ground floor, the first floor, the second floor and the third floor.
  • The toilets with adaptations have a transfer space on both sides.
  • Ambulant toilet facilities are located in the ground floor standard toilets.
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • The Changing Places toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located on the ground floor.

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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 Fassett Road Car Park.
  • The car park is located at the rear of the Penrhyn Road campus Main Building.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Fassett Road.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Fassett Road Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the Penrhyn Road campus- Main Building.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Penrhyn Road campus- Main Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is block paving.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • There is/are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 478cm (7ft 10in x 15ft 8in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the Penrhyn Road Campus main building.
  • This car park is clearly signposted from the Penrhyn Road Campus-Main Building.
  • The nearest designated bay is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Penrhyn Road Car park- Main Building Entrance.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
  • There is a steep ramp, with no handrails, for access to the ground floor teaching areas to the right of the building. There are alternative slopes which can be seen in the photographs.
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
• Getting Around View
  • There is clear signage for building facilities/areas in the foyer/reception area.
  • There is clearly written directional signage at key points of circulation routes.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • This building does not play background music.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The system is a portable loop.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 05/11/2024.
  • The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
  • Due to the renovation works being carried out, many areas have temporary walls reducing the width of the walkways. Some areas of the main building are closed off and visitors will need to use alternative routes through the other entrances to get to their designated areas.
    The food counters are 86cm high. The counters with the coffee machines have dials which are 150cm high. The maximum height for the sandwich dispenser is 160cm. The max height for the touch screen on the snacks and drink dispenser is 140cm.

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Main Entrance

• Main Building Penryn.
• This entrance is located at the front of the Main Building.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door opens towards you.
• There is a push pad at a height of 80cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 100cm.

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Outside Access (Fassett Road Car Park)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 102cm (3ft 4in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left before the entrance, when coming from the car park.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Comments View
  • The gap between the two bike stands when coming from the car park is 160cm. But this is subject to change when bikes are parked on the stands.
  • The height of the pushpad on the outside is 85cm and the height of it on the inside is 95cm high.
  • The width of the revolving doors is 97cm.

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Outside Access (Accessible Courtyard Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located off the courtyard between the John Galsworthy Building and the Main Building.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 202cm (6ft 8in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Comments View
  • The height of the push pad to get in is 70cm high, and 93cm to get out.
    
  • There are further similar entrances into the main building from the courtyard which are all manual, heavy doors that are pull towards you to open.
    
  • There are some uneven ground in front of these alternative entrances.

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Outside Access (Right Side Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located right side of the main building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 146cm (4ft 9in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single (with an unlocked extension leaf).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Comments View
  • The height of the push pad to get in is 100cm and 108cm high to get out.

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Outside Access (Left Side Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the left side of the building.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left as you face the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
  • The ramp is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
  • The ramp does not have handrails.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a / are step(s) at this entrance.
  • The step(s) is / are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is / are 2 step(s) to access the entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the step(s).
  • The step(s) is / are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is / are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do not have handrails.
• Comments View
  • The ramp is very slight.
  • The automatic doors were not working during time of survey. (November 2024).

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Outside Access (Eat Central)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the main building, to the right of the main entrance.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The width of the door opening is 149cm (4ft 11in).
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of less than 2cm.
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is / are single (with a locked extension leaf).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).

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Reception

• The reception is located to the right as you enter the main building.
• The distance from the main entrance is 5m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 102cm.
• There is a lowered section at the desk.
• The height of the lowered section is 77cm.
• There is a clearly signed portable hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Counter (Information Point)

• The desk is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Accessible Courtyard Entrance.
• Information Point is located turn left when entering from the Accessible Courtyard Entrance.
• Clear signage for the counter is not visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to this counter.
• The lighting levels in this area are good.
• The reception counter is high (110cm+).
• There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 05/11/2024.
• The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.

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Careers Centre Counter

• The counter is located to the left as you enter.
• The distance from the main entrance to the counter is 4m.
• There is step-free level access to the counter.
• The height of the counter is 77cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There may be background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Reception Lobby Lift

• The lift surveyed is located to the left as you enter.
• The distance from the main entrance is 10m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The Ground Floor, Floor 1, Floor 2 and Floor 3 are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The weight limit for the lift is 1275.
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 90cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 130cm (width) x {Textbox}cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have a high visual contrast and tactile markings.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a hearing assistance alarm system, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Lift (PL19)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located along the middle corridor in the middle of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, M, 1, 2, 3.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on the mezzanine floor, on the first floor, on the second floor and on the third floor.
• The weight limit for the lift is 900kg.
• The lift is approximately 34m (37yd 7in) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 130cm x 140cm (4ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does 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
  • The mezzanine level gives access to the rear of the Clattern Lecture Theatre.

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Lift (PL25)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the right of the building, just beyond the alleyway entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2.
• Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• The lift is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) 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 105cm x 135cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 5in).
• There are 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 not have an audible announcer.
• The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Other Floors (Staircase C)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground, 1, 2, and 3.
  • The stairs are located to the right of the main foyer on entering the building.
  • The stairs are approximately 8m from the main entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the stairwell on all floors.
  • The lighting levels are 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.
  • Staircase A is similar and is located to the left of the building. Staircase B is similar and is located in the middle of the building.

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Other Floors (Red staircase (Staircase D))

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3.
  • The stairs are located to the left past the Accessible Courtyard Entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 5m from the Accessible Courtyard Entrance.
  • There are 20 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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Lecture Theatre(s) (Clattern Lecture Theatre)

• Directional and locational signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
• The corridor outside the lecture theatre(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
• There is step free access into the lecture theatre(s).
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
• The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users within the lecture theatre(s).
• The designated spaces for wheelchairs users are located at the back.
• There is level access to the designated seating from an entrance.
• There is space for an assistance dog.
• There is step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
• The height of the speaker's desk/table is 88cm.
• The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
• There is staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
• The steps to the staggered seating do not have handrails.
• There is a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).
• There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).
• There is fixed furniture within the lecture theatre(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the lecture theatre(s).
• The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 72cm.
• A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the lecture theatre(s).
• Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.

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• Comments View
  • The rear of the Clattern Lecture Theatre can be reached via the mezzanine level from the lift.
  • The Jaqueline Wilson Hall lecture theatre is located on the first floor of the building.

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Changing Places (Ground Floor )

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• Location and Access View
  • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located straight ahead as you enter, to the right of the main corridor.
  • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 25m.
  • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • A RADAR key is required for access to this facility.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 104cm.
  • The door has a push pad lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 405cm (width) x 303cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
• Toilet Details View
  • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet .
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 82cm.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 288cm.
  • There is a spatula flush on the right transfer side.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The vertical grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 49cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
  • The toilet roll holder is 57cm from the floor.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The changing bench is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the changing bench is 220cm.
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
• Shower Details View
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
• Other Facilities View
  • There is a height adjustable wash basin.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 91cm from the floor.
  • A wide paper roll dispenser is available.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 50cm .
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 91cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is an unobstructed shelf.
  • The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The facility has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 100cm and 135cm from the floor.
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Baby Changing Room

• The room surveyed is located straight ahead as you enter, to the right of the main corridor.
• The distance from the main entrance is 25m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is pictorial, tactile and written text signage on or near the door.
• The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
• Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
• The height of the baby change facility when in use is 80cm.
• There is a mirror, a paper towel dispenser, a wash basin and a coat hook in the room.
• The room has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a waste bin.
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located straight ahead as you enter, to the right of the main corridor.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 22m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 93cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a low visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 150cm (width) x 220cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 83cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 46cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 80cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 70cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 86cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 82cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf meets the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 100cm and 140cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located straight ahead past the Accessible Courtyard Entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 34m (37yd 7in) from the Accessible Courtyard 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 written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 95cm from floor level.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a push button or pad.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 161cm x 223cm (5ft 3in x 7ft 4in).
  • 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 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button 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 both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 102cm and 142cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 75cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 92cm (3ft).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is 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).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is sensor.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 92cm.
  • 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 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 visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • The push pad to lock and open inside is 94cm high.

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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 to the right as you enter through the Fassett Road Car park.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the Fassett Road Car park.
  • 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 written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards (automatically).
  • The door is push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 95cm from floor level.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 152cm x 294cm (4ft 12in x 9ft 8in).
  • The accessible toilet does 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin and 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 push button flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 102cm and 142cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is sensor.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • There is 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 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 visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • Exit push pad is 95cm high.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Floor 1 - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located towards the front of the building, on the first floor next to the Jacqueline Wilson Lecture Theatre.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 34m (37yd 7in) from the main lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • 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 150cm x 222cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does 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 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary 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 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 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.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 115cm from the floor.
• 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 73cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • 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 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 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 96cm.
  • 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 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Comments View
  • There is a lower shelf at a height of 73cm with dimensions of over 12.5cm x 40cm which cannot be reached from the toilet.
  • There is a higher shelf at a height of 94cm, with a width of less then 12.5cm x 40cm that can be reached from the toilet.
  • This toilet cannot be reached and is blocked off as renovations are taking place. (November 2024).

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Toilet with Adaptations (Floor 2 - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located along the middle corridor, on the second floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 86m (94yd 2in) from the 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 and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 98cm from floor level.
  • The door is locked by a push button or pad.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 142cm x 218cm (4ft 8in x 7ft 2in).
  • 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 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side (on top of the cistern).
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a push button 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) and wall is low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 102cm and 138cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 75cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • 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 visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is medium.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 97cm.
  • 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 visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Comments View
  • During time of survey, the route from the main entrance lift was blocked off due to the refurbishments. Instead, visitors are advised to take the lift and go through the Agile Working Hub.
  • The height of the push pad on the inside to lock is 98cm high and 94cm to open.
  • There is a similar accessible toilet, with a manual door, next to this one with the transfer space on the left-hand side.
  • There is mobile hoist located outside both toilets.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Floor 3 - 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 third floor, in the staircase D stairwell. (Red Staircase).
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 32m (34yd 2ft) from the 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 and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 247cm (5ft 5in x 8ft 1in).
  • The accessible toilet does 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 99cm (3ft 3in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin and 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 high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 102cm and 148cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest and a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The visual 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).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 106cm.
  • 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 visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
  • There is not a hand dryer.