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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; Kitchen Hub, Espresso Bar, student kitchens, a faith room, study spaces, a Quiet Zone, seminar rooms and a lecture theatre.
  • The James McCune Smith Learning Hub is linked internally to the Boyd Orr Building.
  • Boyd Orr Building link (new tab) - click here.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • There is a/are Changing Places toilet(s) located on level 2 to the right of the east entrance.
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on all levels.
  • Accessible toilet facilities with an accessible shower are located on level 2, to the right of the east entrance.
  • Gender neutral toilet facilities are located on all levels.
  • Baby changing facilities are located within the toilets with adaptations on level 1 and 2.

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Useful Information

• Disability Services is based at 65 Southpark Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8LE. Opening hours are Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:00.
• To see more information on Disability Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 330 5497/5121.
• Email: disability@glasgow.ac.uk.
• The Student Services Enquiry Team is located at level 2, The Fraser Building, 65 Hillhead Street, Glasgow, G12 8QF.
  The office is open 09:00 to 17:30 Monday to Friday, except Wednesday when it opens 09:30.
• To see more information on Student Services Enquiry Team please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 330 7000.
• Email: student.services@glasgow.ac.uk.
• Accommodation Services. For face to face enquiries please contact The Student Services Enquiry Team is located at level 2, The Fraser Building, 65 Hillhead Street, Glasgow, G12 8QF.
  The accommodation office opening hours are 09:00 to 17:00 Monday to 17:00.
• To see more information on Accommodation Services please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 330 4743.
• Email: accom@glasgow.ac.uk.
• The Student Representative Council (SRC) is based at the McIntyre Building, University Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8QQ.
  The welcome point is open Monday from 09:30 to 17:00, Tuesday to Thursday from 09:00 to 17:00 and Friday from 09:00 to 16:00.
• To see more information on Student Representative Council (SRC) please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0141 330 5360.
• Email: enquiries@src.gla.ac.uk.
• Disability awareness training is available for all staff through the Staff Development Service.
  Other training relating to specific areas of disability awareness, such as curriculum development or a specialised software package is provided from Learning and Teaching Centre, IT Services, and the Student Disability Service.
• Gilmorehill Campus:- There is a dog toileting area next to the Library Building on Hillhead Street, located on the link path to the right hand side of the Library to Bute Gardens.
• For more information on the assistance dog toileting area(s) please click here - (new tab).

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Getting Here (Gilmorehill Campus)

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• By Road View
  • The University of Glasgow Gilmorehill Campus is located to the west of Glasgow city centre.
    From Carlisle, Newcastle and the south, exit M74 on to the M73, joining the M8 at the Old Monkland junction.
    M8 exits for the University are J18 if travelling from the south, Edinburgh and the north and J19 if coming from Glasgow Airport and the west.
    Other main routes serving the University include Great Western Road (A82, north of campus), Clydeside Expressway (A814, south) and Byres Road (B808, west).
  • Car parking at the University Campuses is limited and a Vehicle Management and Enforcement Scheme is in operation.
    There is limited pay and display on street parking across the campus and a long stay pay and display public car park in Lilybank Gardens.
    There are designated bays for disabled staff, students and visitors across the campus car parks. Please see University of Glasgow parking notes for further details.
  • For more information on getting to the University of Glasgow please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the campus.
  • Buchanan bus station is the main bus terminus in Glasgow for inter city coach services.
    First Group buses Simplicity services 4 and 4A , bus routes 15 and 370 and Stagecoach bus services X25, X25A, X76 and X77 all stop on University Avenue by the Main Gate opposite the library.
  • For more information on bus services in and around Glasgow please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Partick.
  • The nearest train station to the University is Partick to the west of the campus approximately 0.9 miles away (18 minutes) via Byres Road. There is step free access throughout the station via lifts and ramp access for trains. There is an induction loop at the booking office.
    The nearest train station to the east of the University campus is Charing Cross approximately 0.9 miles away (19 minutes) from Bank Street via Woodlands Road. There is step free access throughout the station via lifts and ramp access for trains. There is an induction loop at the booking office.
  • For more information on train services to and from Partick and facilities at the station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on train services to and from Charing Cross and facilities at the station please click here (opens new tab).
• By Underground View
  • The nearest underground station is Hill.
  • The nearest underground station is Hillhead on Byres Road. The station has stepped and escalator access to platforms only.
    The nearest underground station to the east of the campus is Kelvinbridge, the station has stepped and escalator access to platforms only.
  • For more information on the SPT underground network, stations and accessibility please click here (opens new tab).

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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 Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • The car park is located on University Gardens to the rear of the James McCune Smith Learning Hub.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • There is/are 6 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 510cm x 605cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 110cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • The nearest designated bay is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the mezzanine entrance - level 3.
  • The route from the car park to the building is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are dropped kerbs.
  • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does not have tactile paving.
  • 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 Gilmorehill Main Campus car park.
  • The car park is located off University Ave, North Front, Engineering Way, South Front, Science Way and The Squared.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is Lilybank Car Park.
  • The car park is located on Lilybank Gardens.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Gilmorehill Main Campus)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off University Avenue, on North Front, Engineering Way, South Front, Science Way and The Square.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Main Building, Thomson Building, James Watt Building, Stair Building.
  • 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.
  • There is/are 10+ designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 350cm x 550cm (11ft 6in x 18ft 1in).
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by visitors and permit holders.
  • Parking charges apply for non permit holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • To see more information on parking policies please click here (opens new tab).
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is sloped access to the car park from the building entrances.
  • This car park is not clearly signposted from the Main Building.
• Comments View
  • There are Blue Badge bays for disabled staff, students and visitors across the campus. There are Blue Badge bays by the South Front West Quad entrance, South Front Court and Senate entrance, North Front Business School entrance, Stair Building, McIntyre Building, North Front Gift Shop and Visitor Centre and The James Watt Building.
  • There is additional parking by the Kelvin Building and the Graham Kerr Building Hunterian Zoology Museum on Science Way.
  • Parking is free and permits not required from 5:00pm to 8:30am Monday to Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday.
  • Please see the University of Glasgow parking notes for further details.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Level 1)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the front of James McCune Smith Learning Hub.
  • This entrance gives access to the level 1 entrance foyer.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'James McCune Smith Learning Hub'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 89cm.
  • 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 89cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 81cm from floor level.
  • The width of the door opening is 111cm.
  • There is also a revolving door next to this one.

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Outside Access (East Entrance - Level 2)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 2, to the right side of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to level 2 of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection 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.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 363cm.
  • There is also a revolving door next to this one.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 250cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the front of the entrance.

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Outside Access (Courtyard West Entrance - Level 2)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the left hand side of the James McCune Smith Learning Hub.
  • This entrance gives access to the level 2 study area.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • A key card is required for access at this entrance.
  • The height of the key card reader is 79cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • There is a push pad/button to exit the main automatic doors.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 95cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 106cm.
  • There is also a revolving door next to this one.

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Entrance (Boyd Orr Building Link - Level 1)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 1 of the James McCune Smith Learning Hub, to the left of the main entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to level 1 of the Boyd Orr Building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Boyd Orr Building'.
  • 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 188cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 162cm.
  • Key card access is required at the second set of doors. The key card reader is at a height of 118cm.

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Outside Access (Mezzanine Entrance - Level 3)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on University Gardens.
  • This entrance gives access to mezzanine level 3 of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The height of the key card reader is 91cm.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm.

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Entrance (Boyd Orr Building Link Entrance - Level 4)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 4 of the James McCune Smith Learning Hub.
  • This entrance gives access to level 4 of the Boyd Orr Building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Boyd Orr Building'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 188cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 162cm.
  • Key card access is required at the second set of doors. The key card reader is at a height of 118cm.

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Entrance (Boyd Orr Building Link Entrance - Level 6)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 6 of the James McCune Smith Learning Hub.
  • This entrance gives access to level 6 of the Boyd Orr Building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Boyd Orr Building'.
  • 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 188cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 162cm.
  • Key card access is required at the second set of doors. The key card reader is at a height of 118cm.

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Entrance (Rooftop Terrace - Level 7)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 7 of the James McCune Smith Learning Hub.
  • This entrance gives access to the roof terrace.
  • The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building .
  • There is sloped/ramped access to Saltire Auditorium 438A and 438B.
    Level 2 from level 1 to the front of the building.
    Level 2 east to level 2 west - centre of building.
  • There is stepped access to level 2 from level 1 - to the front of the building.
    From level 1 to level 2 Atrium seating - ahead from main entrance.
    From level 2 east to level 2 west - to the left side of the Kitchen Hub.
    To mezzanine level 3 - ahead and to the right from the east entrance.
• Circulation View
  • There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in communal areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located on level 1, to the right of the main entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 21m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible 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 level 1, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
  • 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 between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 30cm.
  • 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 not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.
• Escalator(s) View
  • Escalators can be used to access other floors.
  • The escalator(s) is/are located to the centre of level 1.
  • Signs indicating the location of the escalator(s) are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The escalators go both up and down.
  • The floors which are accessible by escalator(s) are level 1. 3 .4. 5. 6 and 7.
  • The escalator(s) steps are clearly marked.
  • The foot and head of the escalator(s) are clearly marked.
  • The lighting levels at the escalator(s) are good.
• Other Information View
  • There is a further staircase to the right as you enter on level 2 covering levels 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
    There is also a further staircase at the opposite side of the building, to the left as you enter on rear level 2 covering levels rear level 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7.

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Lift (Main Lifts - Level 1)

• The lift is located to the right of the main entrance on level 1.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 21m (22yd 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 level 1, 4, 5, 6 and 7.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1275kg.
• There are manual, heavy, double doors to from the first floor upwards.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 109cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 198cm x 139cm (6ft 6in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.
• There is a/are similar lift(s) available.
• There are three identical lifts at this location.
  There are two smaller alternative lifts on level 2, to the right and left rear of the building.
  The lifts give access to levels 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7.

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Eating and Drinking (Tinderbox Espresso Bar - Level 1)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the coffee shop.
  • The coffee shop is located to left of the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the coffee shop.
• 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.
  • 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 drinks and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is a portable card machine available for payment.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 88cm.
  • The height of the tray counter/rail is 68cm.
  • 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 distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 70cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 71cm.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 71cm.
  • The surface height of the lowest table is 59cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also coffee tables and stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Eating and Drinking (Hub Kitchen - Level 2)

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• Location and Access View
  • The café is located on level 2.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; menu boards 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 not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 90cm.
  • The height of the tray counter/rail is 80cm.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Self-Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 90cm.
• Payment Counter View
  • The height of the counter is 90cm.
  • 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 distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 72cm.
  • The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 89cm.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 74cm.
  • The surface height of the highest table is 91cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • There are also high tables, bench seats and high stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Eating and Drinking (Student Kitchen (Self Service) - Level 4)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the self-service area.
  • The self-service area is located on level 4.
  • There is step-free access to the self-service area.
  • Students can heat their own food and make their own drinks in the student kitchen.
    There is a hot drinks vending machine in the student kitchen.
    There is a similar student kitchen on level 6.

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Parent and Baby Room (Level 3 - Eating and Seating Area)

• The parent and baby room is located on level 3 to the right as you enter, to the left side of the eating and seating area.
• The height of the flip down baby changing table once extended is 90cm.
• The height of the sink is 92cm.
• The mixer tap is twist/turn operated.
• There is an armchair and footstool available within the room.
• There is not a red flashing alarm.

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Changing Places (East Entrance - Level 2)

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• Location and Access View
  • The facility is located on level 2, to the right of the east entrance.
  • The facility is approximately 17m (18yd 1ft) from the the east entrance.
  • The facility is in addition to standard and accessible toilets.
  • The facility is not located close to other managed facilities (e.g. reception or service counter).
  • There is level access into the facility.
  • The facility surveyed is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • There is not a sign at the entrance to the Changing Places facility indicating the location of the nearest toilets and baby changing facilities.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The width of the door is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 298cm x 476cm.
  • The ceiling height is at a minimum of 2.4m.
  • There is a clear 200cm x 180cm manoeuvring space in the facility.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
• Toilet Details View
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 79cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 176cm (5ft 9in).
  • Dropdown rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • As you face the toilet there are vertical grab rails on both sides.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is low.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is low.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is an elbow pad flush.
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the toilet.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in the cubicle.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • There are not horizontal and/or dropdown rails available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is low.
• Other Facilities View
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are not available at the wash basin.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 73cm.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The wide paper roll dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the wide paper roll dispenser is 101cm.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the hand dryer is 86cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser is not at the recommended height of 80cm-100cm.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 76cm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a/are pedal bin and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the facility.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is not a coat hook.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Standard Shower

• Shower facilities are available.
• The shower(s) surveyed is/are located on level 2, via the bike store.
• There is level access to the shower facilities.

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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, ahead from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 92cm (3ft).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 182cm x 250cm (5ft 12in x 8ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does 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 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The 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 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).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is not a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is low.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • 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 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 89cm.
  • 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 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Level 1 - Upper Area - Left Hand Transfer - Accessible Shower)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right of the east entrance, via the bike store on level 2.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the east 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 high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 239cm x 304cm (7ft 10in x 9ft 12in).
  • The accessible toilet does 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 179cm (5ft 10in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin and storage items.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The 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 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).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 91cm.
  • 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 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is high.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 2)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located on level 2, to the right of the east entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 21m from the east entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.

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Emergency Evacuation Information

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• Information on Evacuation from University Buildings View
  • Arrangements for assisting disabled people with evacuation from university buildings link (new tab) - click here.
• Information on Refuge Alerters View
  • This building has refuge alerters.
  • Refuge Alerter communication system is designed to summon assistance in the event of a fire evacuation, from University buildings which provide disabled access to upper floors via a lift.
  • All Refuge Points have been provided with details on how to operate the communication system when assistance is required. Designated Refuge Point directional signage has been install throughout the building to direct you to these refuges.