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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; the Student Union and The Liar café/bar.
  • Services / Facilities within the grounds include; the Enquiry Centre, Premier at DUSA shop, Nursery (DUSA), and the ISE Swimming Pool.
  • Enquiry Centre link (new tab) - click here.
  • Swimming Pool (ISE) link (new tab) - click here.
  • Nursery (DUSA) link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on Levels 1 and 3, to the right from the lift.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on Levels 1 and 3, to the right from the lift.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on Levels 1 and 3, to the right from the lift.
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations on Level 3, to the right from the lift.

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Getting Here (City Campus)

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• By Road View
  • The postcode for the Tower Building, the main administration building and campus entrance at the City Campus, is DD1 4HN. The campus is located between Perth Road and Hawkhill, to the west of Dundee city centre. Dundee can be accessed via the A90 from the North and West or the A92 from the east and south.
  • Car parking on the city campus is for staff permit holders only Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:30. Staff, students, or visitors with a local authority issued Blue Badge may park for free, without a permit, in designated accessible parking bays only. Official visitors should contact the department they are visiting to arrange a temporary permit. Non permit holders may park out with the standard parking times by paying an appropriate fee via the RingGo app. Fees for non-permit holders are applicable Monday to Friday from 17:30 to 00:00 and Saturday and Sunday from 08:00 to 00:00.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • The nearest bus stops on the south side of the campus are located on Perth Road. Bus routes 5, 5A, 16, 16B, 17, 36C, 39, 73, 73A and 204 all serve these stops. The nearest bus stops on the north side of the campus are located on Hawkhill. Bus routes 6, 22, 51 and 922 serve these stops.
  • For more information on Stagecoach bus services please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Dundee.
  • Dundee station is located to south west of the city centre, approximately 0.6 miles from the campus. Dundee station is served by Scotrail, LNER and Caledonian Sleeper services, with connections to other major Scottish and UK cities. It is a Category A station and has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office. The booking office and ticket machines are accessible and there is a ramp available for boarding trains.
  • For more information on Dundee Railway Station facilities please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on local and national train services to Dundee please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on travelling to the university of Dundee.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• The Student Services Enquiry Centre is located in the City Campus on Campus Green next to DUSA The Union, and is open daily during the week.
• To see more information on Student Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01382 381 900.
• Email: enquiry@dundee.ac.uk.
• Disability Services is part of the Support Hub and is located in the Old Technical Institute (OTI) at the city Campus.
• To see more information on Disability Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01382 385 402.
• Email: disability@dundee.ac.uk.
• The Sanctuary Management Office for accommodation is located on Old Hawkhill next to the Heathfield Residences at the City Campus.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Email: residences@dundee.ac.uk.
• The University Health Service is part of the Support Hub and is located on level 1 in the Old Technical Institute (OTI) at the City Campus.
• To see more information on Health Service please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01382 384 168.
• Email: HealthService@dundee.ac.uk.

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Building Parking

• The building does have its own dedicated parking.

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• Building Car Park View
  • The car park can be used by staff.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located at the rear of the building, off Airlie Place.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are not available.
  • The route from the car park to the building is not accessible to a wheelchair user.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• 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 Heathfield Car Park.
  • The car park is located off Hawkhill.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Hunter Street Pay & Display.
  • The car park is located off Hunter Street / Old Hawkhill.
• On Street Parking View
  • Clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 370cm x 490cm (12ft 2in x 16ft 1in).
  • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Balfour Street.
  • Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 260cm x 490cm (8ft 6in x 16ft 1in).
  • The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Balfour Street.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
  • There are steps up from the rear staff car park.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Heathfield Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Hawkhill.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Heathfield Residences or the Dalhousie Building.
  • The car park type is multi storey.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 200cm (6ft 7in).
  • The car park surface is concrete.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 290cm x 470cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays do not have a marked zone around them.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by anybody.
  • Parking charges apply for all except permit and Blue Badge 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 step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 12m (13yd 4in) from the level 3 pedestrian entrance to campus.

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Approach (Rear Entrance - Airlie Place)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is tarmac.
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
  • There is/are 10+ unmarked step(s), with handrails 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 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 15cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.

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Outside Access (Rear Entrance - Level 1)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to Level 1.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • 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 90cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 85cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
  • There are two sets of heavy, manual, 83cm wide, single doors to the right here.

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Approach (Entrance from the Chaplaincy)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient and has no handrails.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Approach (Entrance from Campus Green)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient and has no handrails.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Level 2)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to Level 2.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'the union'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • 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 (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 85cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 85cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 128cm.
  • There are also manual, heavy, 122cm wide, double doors to the right here.

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Reception (Level 2)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left as you enter.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is not 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 125cm.
  • 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 counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • 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 tiles.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is tiles and laminate.
  • 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 the majority of corridors/walkways.
  • There is bench seating and also a mixture of single seats with and without armrests at regular intervals.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is not consistent throughout the building.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does play background music in communal areas.
  • Music is played in The Liar.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Lift

• The lift is located to the left as you enter.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are levels 1, 2 and 3.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630 Kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not 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 medium.
• The clear door width is 79cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 73cm x 140cm (2ft 5in x 4ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in 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 a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located ahead as you enter.
  • The stairs are approximately 15m from the main entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are levels 1, 2 and 3.
  • There are 12 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 29cm.
  • The steps are not 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 not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are varied.

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Eating and Drinking (The Liar - Level 3)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café/bar.
  • The café/bar is located on Level 3, to the right from the lift.
  • There is step-free access to the café/bar.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; written wall menus and online menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • 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 only played at certain times, the volume can be adjusted if requested.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 119cm.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 88cm.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• 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 66cm.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 35cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 103cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also coffee tables, high tables, long tables, armchairs, sofas and high stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is laminate.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
  • Lighting levels can be adjusted by a member of staff upon request.
  • Lighting levels may be lower in the evening.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Level 3 - 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 Level 3, to the right from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 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 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 195cm x 196cm (6ft 5in x 6ft 5in).
  • 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 128cm (4ft 2in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female 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 lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is medium.
  • 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 medium.
  • The visual 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 female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• 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 cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is medium.
  • 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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).
  • 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 visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is medium.
  • The wash basin tap type is push.
  • 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 not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is low.
• Baby Changing Facilities View
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available.
  • The height of the baby change table is 94cm.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Level 1 - 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 Level 1, to the right from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 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 signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is low.
  • The door opens outwards (automatically).
  • The door is push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 90cm from floor level.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is low.
  • 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 154cm x 211cm (5ft 1in x 6ft 11in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • 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 visual 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 visual contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
  • There is not 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 disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is not a mirror.
  • 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 42cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 101cm (3ft 4in).
  • 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).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side 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 110cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 3, to the right from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the lift.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 88cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 1, to the right from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the lift.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is low.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 94cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.