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Rusholme Place

The University of Manchester, Rusholme Place, Manchester, M14 5TE

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Accommodation Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is step-free.
  • There is step-free approach to the building from Rusholme Place. There is stepped access to Maple and Larch from the rear courtyard. There is ramped access to Neem.
  • There are 2 entrances to each building other than Neem which has 1.
    There are manual doors at each entrance.
  • The entrances are not signed but are named with the building name.
  • The front entrance (accessible) provides step-free level access to the ground floor of Maple.
  • The rear entrance is in the parking area courtyard and has stepped access.

Getting Around

  • There is step-free level access throughout the building on all floors.
  • Floor surfaces along circulation routes are carpeted and smooth.
  • Wayfinding signage is limited in the building.
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes throughout the building.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in the courtyard at the rear of the building.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 455cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to one side and the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 130cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 22m from block M.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a step.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for Blue Badge holders and permit holders only.
    • Parking is not free for all users.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Rear Courtyard and reception)

  • This entrance is located on Rusholme Place.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 137cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 116cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • 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 110cm.
  • There is a second single manual door.
  • The second door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 92cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The second door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 107cm.

Entrance (Reception)

  • This entrance is located on the left as you enter the rear courtyard.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.

Reception

  • The reception is located ahead as you enter through the reception entrance.
  • The distance from the reception entrance is 1m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 119cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 74cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: sofas and stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.

Entrance (Block M Rear)

  • This entrance is located in the courtyard.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is stepped access at the entrance.
  • There is 1 step with no handrails.
  • The step is unmarked.
  • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 9cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 113cm.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 111cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 99cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 112cm.

Entrance (Block M Front - Accessible)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building on Rusholme Place.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 111cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 95cm.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 116cm.
  • There is a second single manual door.
  • The second door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 108cm.

Lift (Block M)

  • The lift surveyed is located ahead and to the right as you enter through the rear entrance.
  • The distance from the rear entrance is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • The Ground, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 83cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 108cm (width) x 143cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

Kitchen/Dining (Block M)

  • The kitchen/dining area is located on the ground floor of Block M in flat 1.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen/dining area.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The hob is 90cm from the floor.
  • A lowered hob is not available.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 90cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has a twist/turn tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs (Block M)

  • The stairs surveyed are located in block M ahead as you enter the building.
  • The Ground, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 20+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail extends horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Communal Facilities

  • Laundry Room View
    • The laundry room is located on the ground floor of Block M.
    • There is step-free level access into the laundry room.
    • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The width of the opening is 71cm.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Facilities within the room include a washing machine and a tumble dryer.
    • The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washing machine.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
    • Some chairs are fixed.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.