Access Guide
Summary
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Building
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- Services / Facilities within the building include; the Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design (DJCAD), meeting rooms, lecture theatres, teaching rooms, print services, workshops and library.
- Crawford Building (DJCAD) link (new tab) - click here.
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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities
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- Accessible toilet facilities are located on Level 4, through to the left from the lift.
- Female standard toilet facilities are located on Level 4, to the right from the lift.
On Level 5, to the left from the lift and to the right from the lift, near Print Services.
On Level 7, to the left from the rear lift.
On Level 8, to the left from the rear lift. - Male standard toilet facilities are located on Level 4, to the right from the lift.
On Level 5, to the left from the lift and to the right from the lift, near Print Services.
On Level 7, to the left from the rear lift.
On Level 8, to the left from the rear lift. - Shared standard toilet facilities are located on Level 2, to the right from the lift.
On Level 4, through to the left from the lift.
On Level 5, to the right from the rear entrance.
On Level 6, to the left from the lift, and to the left from the rear lift.
Getting Here (City Campus)
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By Road
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- 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.
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By Bus
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- 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).
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By Train
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- 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).
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Useful Links
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- For more information on travelling to the university of Dundee.
- To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
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.
Building Parking
- The building does not have its own dedicated parking.
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Site/Campus Car Parks
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- There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
- The name of the car park is Crawford / Matthew Building Car Park.
- The car park is located off Perth Road.
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Public Car Parks
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- There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
- The name of the car park is Miller's Wynd Car Park.
- The car park is located off Miller's Wynd.
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On Street Parking
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- Clearly signed and/or standard marked parking bays are available.
- The on street standard parking bay(s) is/are located on Perth Road and Hawkhill Place.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point.
- There is parking to the rear for permit holders in Dow Street Car Park.
Site/Campus Car Park (Crawford / Matthew Building Car Park)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located off Perth Road.
- The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Crawford and Matthew Buildings.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- The car park surface is tarmac.
- Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
- The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
- There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
- The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 240cm x 400cm.
- The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
- The marked zone is 110cm wide.
- The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park can be used by anybody, Blue Badge holders and permit holders.
- 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.
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Drop Off Point
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- There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
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Car Park Access
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- There is step free access from this car park.
- Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
- There is not a campus map available within the car park.
- The nearest designated bay is 45m (49yd 8in) from the Matthew Building.
Approach (Perth Road - Main Entrance)
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Approach
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- The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
- The approach surface is uneven in places.
- There is a/are fixed bollard(s) on the approach.
- The bollard(s) has/have a high visual contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
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Ramp/Slope
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- 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).
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Step(s)
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- There is a/are step(s) on the approach.
- There is/are 6 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 17cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
- The slope is slight towards the car park on the right, or steep towards the entrance to the left as you approach from the pavement. There are 15+ steps and steep slopes between the front (Level 1) and rear side (Level 5) of the building.
Outside Access (Main Entrance - Level 1)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building on Perth Road.
- This entrance gives access to Level 1.
- The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
- 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 entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
- There is a push pad/button to enter and exit the main automatic doors.
- The entry push pad or push button is 102cm from floor level.
- The exit push pad or push button is 68cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width.
- The width of the door opening is 91cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
- There is also an automatically revolving door next to this one.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located to the right as you face the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located leading up to the entrance.
- There is/are 6 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
- The step(s) has/have tactile paving at the top and bottom.
- 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 between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on both sides of the step(s).
- 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.
Outside Access (Rear Entrance - Level 5)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
- This entrance gives access to Level 5.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'MATTHEW BUILDING'.
- There is ramped/sloped 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) automatically (towards you).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
- The width of the door opening is 180cm.
- 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).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 180cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
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Ramp/Slope
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- The ramp/slope is located leading down to the entrance.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
- There is a similar set of doors to the second set on the left here (although one door was locked), which lead to the stairs.
Entrance (Crawford Building Link - Level 4)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on Level 4 of the Crawford Building.
- This entrance gives access to Level 4 via the link bridge.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Matthew'.
- 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 95cm from floor level.
- The exit push pad or push button is 95cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
- The push pad or push button is 70cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
Entrance (Crawford Building (Stepped) Link - Level 5)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on Level 5 of the Crawford Building.
- This entrance gives access to Level 5 via the stepped link bridge.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'Matthew Building'.
- There is stepped access at this entrance.
- The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 138cm.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) is/are heavy.
- The width of the door opening is 138cm.
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Step(s)
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- The step(s) is/are located leading up to the link bridge beyond the second set of doors.
- There is/are 9 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are 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 lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
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Lift
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- There is a third set of double, heavy doors which open towards you that are 123cm wide.
Reception (Level 1)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located ahead 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 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 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.
- There is a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- 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 26/02/2025.
- The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
- There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
- There is bench seating and single seats without armrests.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
Reception (Management Suite - Level 4)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located on Level 4, through to the left from the lift.
- The reception point is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the lift.
- Clear signage for the reception area/desk is visible from the lift.
- 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 good.
- The height of the reception counter is 100cm.
- There is 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.
- 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.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
- The seats do not have armrests.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
Reception (Creative Services - Print Unit - Level 5)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located on Level 5, to the left as you enter.
- The reception point is approximately 50m (54yd 2ft) from the rear entrance.
- Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not visible from the lift.
- 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 good.
- The height of the reception counter is 99cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
- There is not a lowered section of the counter.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is not 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 vinyl.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- 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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Security Barriers
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- There is also some sunken seating near here which is accessed via 3 clearly marked steps without handrails.
Getting Around
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Access
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- There is step-free access throughout the majority of the building, via lift.
- There is sloped/ramped access to further workshops to the rear of Level 5.
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Circulation
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- There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
- The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is vinyl.
- 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 at regular intervals.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Signage
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- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is not consistent throughout the building.
- Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
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Safe Place(s)
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- There is a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
- There is a safe space located within the Level 4 library.
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Audio
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- This venue does play background music in communal areas.
- Music is played in the reception foyer.
- There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
- Some circulation doors require a swipe card to gain access. The card readers are at heights of up to 140cm.
Ramp(s) / Slope(s) and Step(s) (Rear Level 5)
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Ramp / Slope
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- There is a ramp/slope located on Level 5, leading down to the right from the rear entrance.
- The ramp/slope is used to access further workshops.
- The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
- The ramp/slope is permanent.
- There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
- There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
- The width of the ramp/slope is 91cm (2ft 12in).
- The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
- The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
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Step(s)
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- There is a/are step(s) located on Level 5, leading down to the right from the rear entrance.
- The step(s) is/are used to access further workshops.
- There is/are 4 step(s).
- The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
- The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
- The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
- There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
- The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
- Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
- Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- Handrails are not easy to grip.
- Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
- There is a second lower handrail.
- The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
Other Floors (Main Entrance)
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located immediately to the right as you enter.
- The stairs are approximately 5m 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 15+ steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
- 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 not 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.
Other Floors
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Stairs
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- Stairs can be used to access other floors.
- The stairs are located through to the left as you enter.
- The stairs are approximately 30m from the main entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
- There are manual, heavy, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
- The floors which are accessible by the stairs are levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
- There are 15= steps between floors.
- The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
- 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 not 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 good.
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Other Information
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- There are similar staircases throughout the building.
Lift
- The lift is located through to the rear left of reception.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 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 levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
- There are automatic, single doors to access the lift lobby from the first floor upwards.
- 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 126cm x 153cm (4ft 2in x 5ft).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is 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 moderate to good.
- There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
Lift (Rear)
- The lift is located to the right from the Level 5 rear entrance.
- Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
- The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the rear 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 levels 5, 6, 7 and 8.
- The weight limit for the lift is 1800 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 high.
- The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
- The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 145cm x 222cm (4ft 9in x 7ft 3in).
- There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
- There is 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 not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.
Entrance (DJCAD Library - Level 4)
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Entrance
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- This information is for the entrance located on Level 4, to the right from the lift.
- This entrance gives access to the DJCAD library reception.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- This entrance is signed with 'DJCAD Library - Library Entrance'.
- There is step-free access at this entrance.
- 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 90cm from floor level.
- The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
- The width of the door opening is 86cm.
- There are security barriers at this entrance.
- The minimum width between the security barriers is 96cm.
Reception (DJCAD Library)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located to the right as you enter.
- The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the DJCAD Library entrance.
- 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 good.
- The height of the reception counter is 95cm.
- 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 73cm.
- There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
- There is not a clear knee recess beneath the counter.
- The counter is staffed.
- There is a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
- The type of system is a portable loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are not trained to use the hearing system.
- The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
- The hearing loop was not working at the time of testing.
- There is a touch screen.
- The touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 99cm and 115cm.
- There is no wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
- The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
Library
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Library Circulation
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- There is step-free access within the library.
- The type of flooring in the library is carpet and laminate.
- There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
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Self Service Machines
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- There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
- The self service book borrow/return machine(s) is/are located to the left as you enter.
- The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 117cm and 145cm.
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Library Services
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- This library is able to provide material in the following formats: ebook and ejournal.
- There are reading/study desks available.
- Auxiliary aids are available.
- Auxiliary aids available in this library include: Ergonomic Chairs, Adjustable Foot Rests, Document Holders, Hand Held Magnifiers and Coloured Overlays.
- A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
Lecture Theatre(s) (5014)
- Signage for the lecture theatre(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible on or near the door.
- 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) from the corridor.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the lecture theatre(s).
- The door(s) for the lecture theatre(s) is/are 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 not step free access to the speaker's area at the front of the lecture theatre(s).
- There are 8 clearly marked, 18cm high steps leading down to the speaker's area. There are handrails on either side wall.
- The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
- There is staggered seating within the lecture theatre(s).
- The steps to the staggered seating do have handrails.
- The steps have handrails which are wall mounted on either side of the room.
- There is a hearing assistance system for the lecture theatre(s).
- The hearing assistance system was not tested at the time of the survey.
- There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the lecture theatre(s).
- There is fixed furniture 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).
- The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- Floor coverings in the lecture theatre(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- There are several similar lecture theatres here.
Toilet with Adaptations (Level 4 - Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on Level 4, through to the left 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 medium.
- The door opens outwards (automatically).
- The door is push pad or push button activated.
- The push pad or push button is 85cm from floor level.
- The door is locked by a locking handle.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is medium.
- The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 183cm x 253cm (6ft x 8ft 4in).
- 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 113cm (3ft 8in).
- 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 sensor flush.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The 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) to the left of the toilet and wall is medium.
- 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 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 a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- 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 48cm (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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 105cm (3ft 5in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
- 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 medium.
- 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 93cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 78cm (2ft 7in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.
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Comments
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- The push pad to exit is 80cm high.
Toilet with Adaptations (Level 5 - Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on Level 5, through to the right from the lift.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) 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 medium.
- 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 lever twist.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is medium.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 250cm (5ft 5in x 8ft 2in).
- 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 97cm (3ft 2in).
- 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 sensor 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 is fully functional.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is not a mirror.
- 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 88cm.
- The shelf is located where it is reachable.
- The toilet has a backrest.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder cannot 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 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 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 not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.
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Comments
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- There is also a 113cm high toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The push pad to exit is 95cm high.
Toilet with Adaptations (Level 5 Rear - Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on Level 5, to the left as you enter.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the rear 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 signage on or near the toilet door.
- The visual contrast between the external door and wall is medium.
- The door opens outwards (automatically).
- The door is push pad or push button activated.
- The push pad or push button is 107cm from floor level.
- 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 medium.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 250cm (5ft 5in x 8ft 2in).
- 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is not a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a sensor 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 is fully functional.
- There is 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).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is not a mirror.
- 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 88cm.
- The shelf is located where it is reachable.
- The toilet has a backrest.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
- The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder cannot 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 93cm (3ft 1in).
- 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 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 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 not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 87cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.
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Comments
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- The push pad to exit is 102cm high, with the lock above it at 110cm.
Toilet with Adaptations (Level 6 - Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located on Level 6, through to the left 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 medium.
- 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 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 medium.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 220cm (5ft 3in 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 93cm (3ft 1in).
- 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 sensor 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 medium.
- The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
- There is an emergency alarm.
- The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
- There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
- Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
- There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- 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.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (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 contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
- 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 sensor.
- 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 90cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 78cm (2ft 7in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.
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Comments
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- The push pad to exit is 90cm high.
Toilet with Adaptations (Level 6 Rear - Right Hand Transfer)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the rear of Level 6, to the left from the rear lift.
- This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the rear 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 medium.
- The door opens inwards (automatically).
- The door is heavy.
- The door is locked by a twist lock.
- The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
- The contrast between the internal door and wall is medium.
- The door has a horizontal grab rail.
- The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is medium.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 195cm x 235cm (6ft 5in x 7ft 9in).
- 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 127cm (4ft 2in).
- 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 sensor 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 medium.
- 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 pedal bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- 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.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (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 95cm (3ft 1in).
- The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
- 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 71cm (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 sensor.
- 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 82cm.
- There is not a towel dispenser.
- There is a hand dryer.
- The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
- The height of the hand dryer is 88cm (2ft 11in).
- The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The shared toilet is located on Level 2, to the left 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 medium.
- 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 83cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Toilet Facilities 2
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- The female and male toilets are located on Level 4, through to the left from the lift.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the lift.
- The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is medium.
- 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 83cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Baby Changing Facilities 2
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- There is an 10cm high step to the male toilet urinals on Level 7.
