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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; the campus library, a lecture theatre, seminar rooms, a café, study rooms and computer rooms.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on each floor of A Block and C Block, and the first to third floors of D Block.
    A Block toilets are located on the seminar room corridor on the ground floor, and by the A Block lift on all other floors.
    A Block toilets have a left hand transfer on the ground and second floors, and a right hand transfer on the first and third floors.
    C Block toilets are located off the main lobby area, with left hand transfer toilets on the ground and second floors, and right hand transfer toilets on the first and third floors.
    D Block toilets are located by the D Block lift and have a right hand transfer.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on each floor of A Blocks, and C Block, by the accessible toilets.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on each floor of A Blocks and C Block, by the accessible toilets.
  • Gender neutral toilet facilities are located on the first, second and third floors of D Block, by the accessible toilets.
  • Baby changing facilities are located to the left of the main entrance lobby, behind the main reception desk.

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The building is in the centre of the Canterbury Campus.
    This is about one mile north of Canterbury City Centre.
  • The building shares Blue Badge spaces at the end of Library Road, off Giles Lane.
    This is located near the Library Road entrance to the Templeman Library, with step-free level access.
    The nearest car park for other users is the Central Visitor Car Park, also off Library Road.
  • For more information on getting to the Canterbury campus by car please click here (opens new tab).
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
  • There are frequent Unibus services linking the University campus with the centre of Canterbury and Canterbury East and West train stations.
    The nearest bus stops are on Giles Lane or Darwin Road.
  • For more information on Unibus please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Canterbury West.
  • The nearest train station is Canterbury West, to the north of the city centre.
    This is on the line from London to Kent, including Ashford International.
    There is step-free access into the station building.
  • For more information on Canterbury West train station please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Train tickets and timetables please click here (opens new tab).
• Useful Links View
  • The University parking map shows the location of the car parks on campus.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • The Stagecoach Unibus website shows the route maps and details of the timetable and pricing.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Useful Information

• The Student Support and Wellbeing Centre for the Canterbury Campus is located in Keynes College (H Block).
• To see more information on Student Support and Wellbeing please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01227 823158.
• Email: KentSSW@kent.ac.uk.
• To see more information on Disability Support please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on Admissions Procedure please click here (opens new tab).
• To see more information on Canterbury Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 01227 766660.
• Email: accomm@kent.ac.uk.
• The Accommodation Office is located in Tanglewood on Giles Lane.

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Building Parking

• The building does not have its own dedicated parking.

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• Site/Campus Car Parks View
  • There is a site/campus car park for staff, students and visitors within approximately 200m.
  • The name of the car park is the Library Road Blue Badge parking.
  • The car park is located at the end of Library Road.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is the Central Visitor Car Park.
  • The car park is located on Library Road, off Giles Lane.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Library Road Blue Badge Bays)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the end of Library Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are the Templeman Library, Gulbenkian, Aphra and Lumley, and the Grimond Building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park surface is block paving.
  • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are signposted and have markings which are faded.
  • 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 470cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The marked zone is 120cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders.
  • There are no parking charges that apply on the day.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the Templeman Library Road entrance.
  • There are bollards between the Blue Badge bays and the Templeman Library Road entrance.
    The distance between the bollards is 127cm.

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Site/Campus Car Park (Central Visitor Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Library Road.
  • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Colyer-Fergusson, Gulbenkian, Cornwallis North West and West and Templeman Library.
  • 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 4 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within this car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 230cm x 470cm.
  • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The marked zone is 140cm wide.
  • The dimensions of the designated bays do not vary in size.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park can be used by Blue Badge holders.
  • Parking charges apply for all except Blue Badge holders.
  • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
  • Signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment machines are located on the right as you enter the car park.
  • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • Payment can be made by phone.
• Drop Off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point in this car park.
• Car Park Access View
  • There is step free access from this car park.
  • Buildings are not clearly signposted from this car park.
  • There is a campus map available within the car park.
  • The nearest designated bay is 60m (65yd 1ft) from the entrance to Colyer-Fergusson or Cornwallis North West.
• Comments View
  • There is a flush kerb between the car park near the Blue Badge bays and the pedestrian route out of the car park.
    
  • The path leads around the Colyer-Fergusson building to the right and then onto the footpath leading to the Cornwallis buildings, the Gulbenkian and the centre of the campus.
    
  • There is an alternative exit as you enter the car park in front of the Gulbenkian.
    
  • This route has five marked steps with a handrail on the left going up.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the main lobby, on the ground floor of C Block.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Main Entrance'.
  • 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.
  • 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 83cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 92cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 105cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is also a revolving door next to this one.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right of 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).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 11 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

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Outside Access (Terrace Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the library, to the left of the main entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of A Block.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Terrace Entrance'.
  • 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.
  • 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 84cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 97cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 107cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is also a revolving door next to this one.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 93cm.
  • The barriers do not contrast visually with the flooring.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the left of 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).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 11 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are 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.

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Outside Access (Grimond Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building, opposite the Grimond Building.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of A Block.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Grimond Entrance'.
  • 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.
  • 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 77cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 92cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 105cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is also a revolving door next to this one.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 95cm.
  • The barriers do not contrast visually with the flooring.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right of 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).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 4 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 extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.

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Ramp(s) / Slope(s) and Step(s) (Grimond Entrance to Café and Main Library)

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• Ramp / Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope located ahead from the Grimond Entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the Café, and the Café Entrance to the main library.
  • 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).
• Step(s) View
  • There is a/are step(s) located to the left from the Grimond Entrance.
  • The step(s) is/are used to access the Café and Café Entrance to the main library.
  • There is/are 5 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not 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 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 easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.

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Entrance (Café Entrance - A Block to Main Library)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor of A Block.
  • This entrance gives access to the main library area.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Café Entrance'.
  • 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 exit the main automatic doors.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 104cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 64cm.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 53cm.
  • The width of the wider security barriers is 90cm.
  • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
  • The height of the key card reader is 94cm.

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Outside Access (Library Road Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
  • This entrance gives access to the lower ground floor of C Block.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Library Road Entrance'.
  • There is step-free 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.
  • 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 exit the main automatic doors.
  • The entry push pad or push button is 87cm from floor level.
  • The exit push pad or push button is 92cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 112cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is also a revolving door next to this one.
  • There are security barriers at this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the security barriers is 54cm.
  • The width of the wider security barriers is 89cm.
  • A key card is required to pass through the security barriers.
  • The height of the key card reader is 96cm.
  • The barriers do contrast visually with the flooring.

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Other Floors (Library Road Entrance)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located ahead from the Library Road Entrance.
  • The stairs are approximately 10m from the Library Road Entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are the lower ground floor and ground floor.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 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 not easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Lift (Library Road Entrance)

• The lift is located ahead from the Library Road Entrance.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Library Road Entrance.
• The lift is a platform 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 the lower ground floor and ground floor.
• The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
• 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 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 low.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 108cm x 137cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 6in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not 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 have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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Reception (Main Reception)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the left from the main entrance.
  • 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 no 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 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.
  • There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • 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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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • There is sloped/ramped access to the seminar rooms corridor on the ground floor of A Block.
    There is a steep slope into the PC Study room on the second floor of D Block.
  • The ground floor of A Block is sloped from the front to the rear of the library.
• Circulation View
  • There are no doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • 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 varied.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Floor plans/maps are available.
  • 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 a hearing assistance system in the communal areas of the building.
  • The system is a fixed loop.
  • There is a fixed loop at the main reception desk, and the Library and IT Support reception desk.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 08/04/2025.
  • The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.

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Library

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• Library Circulation View
  • There is step-free access within the library.
  • The type of flooring in the library is carpet.
  • There is some flooring which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There are no potential trip hazards within the room.
• Self Service Machines View
  • There is a/are self service book borrow/return machine(s) available.
  • The self service book borrow/return machine(s) is/are located on the ground floor main lobby.
  • The self service machine(s) touchscreen(s) is/are between the heights of 109cm and 139cm.
• Library Services View
  • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: ebook, ejournal and audio.
  • There are reading/study desks available.
  • The majority of the reading/study desk(s) are 75cm in height.
  • There are some height adjustable desks available.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • Laptops are available to borrow from the library.
  • For more information about borrowing laptops please click here.
  • Auxiliary aids are available.
  • A magnifier unit is available to help read books and other print formats.
    A yellow paper A4 printer is available.
  • The library does have computers with accessible software.
  • Accessible software available includes: ClaroRead and MindManager.
  • SensusAccess is an online tool which can convert an image of text into a readable format such as e-book, text file, audio or digital braille.
  • A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
  • Study spaces can be pre-booked.
    Students with Inclusive Learning Plans can borrow books for twice as long.
    Library staff can help with using the Print Copy Scan machines.

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Reception (Library and IT Support)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the right from the main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is 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 no 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 moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is 77cm.
  • 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 not signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 08/04/2025.
  • The hearing loop was working at the time of testing.
  • There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is carpet.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Eating and Drinking (Library Café)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located on the ground floor of A Block.
  • There is step-free access to the café.
• Service and Menus View
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • 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.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 72cm.
  • There is not a moveable card machine available for payment.
  • The type of flooring in this area is stone.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Tables and Seating View
  • The café is also accessible from the main library B Block ground floor reading room.
    The details of the counter on that side are the same.

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Other Floors (C Block)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located at the rear of the main lobby.
  • The stairs are approximately 20m from the main entrance.
  • 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 ground, first, second and third.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are 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 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 moderate to good.
• Other Information View
  • There are two similar stairwells at the rear of the lobby.

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Other Floors (A Block)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located between A Block and B Block.
  • The stairs are approximately 40m from the main entrance.
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
  • There are automatic, double doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by the stairs are first, second and third floors.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The depth of the steps is 29cm.
  • The steps are 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 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 moderate to good.
• Other Information View
  • These stairs are not accessible from the ground floor of A Block.

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Lift (C Block)

• The lift is located to the left of the main lobby.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) 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 ground, first, second and third floors.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• 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 contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 107cm x 137cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 6in).
• 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.
• A similar lift is available on the other side of the lobby.

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Lift (A Block)

• The lift is located at the rear of A Block.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 100m (109yd 1ft) 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 first, second and third floors.
• The weight limit for the lift is 900kg.
• 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 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 low.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 91cm (2ft 12in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 137cm x 147cm (4ft 6in x 4ft 10in).
• 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 not 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 have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (PC Room)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located through the door to the PC Room on the second floor.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access the PC Room.
  • 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 width of the ramp/slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (A Block - Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located along the seminar room corridor on the ground floor of A Block.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the Grimond 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 inwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 158cm x 290cm (5ft 2in x 9ft 6in).
  • 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 92cm (3ft).
  • 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 not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 96cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There 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 80cm.
  • 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • This is the only toilet in the Templeman that can be accessed without going through the library security barriers.
    
  • There is a similar left hand transfer toilet in A Block on the second floor.

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Toilet with Adaptations (C Block - Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the right side of the main entrance lobby.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) 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 light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 157cm x 220cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • 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 and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 107cm and 142cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 94cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 92cm (3ft).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 106cm.
  • 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • The outer door to the toilet is a single automatic door that opens away from you.
  • The touch pad to open the door is 91cm high.
  • The width of the open doorway is 86cm.
  • There is a similar left hand transfer toilet in C Block on the second floor.

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Toilet with Adaptations (A Block - First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right, then right again from the A Block lift on the first floor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the A Block 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 high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • 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 155cm x 225cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 5in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 92cm (3ft).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and nappy/incontinence items bin 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 95cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 112cm (3ft 8in).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot 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 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 78cm.
  • 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 visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar right hand transfer toilet in A Block on the third floor.

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Toilet with Adaptations (C Block - First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left from the C Block lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the C Block 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 high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is 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 156cm x 220cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 3in).
  • 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 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • 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 and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 107cm and 141cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 96cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • 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 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • 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 101cm.
  • 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is high.
• Comments View
  • The door to the toilets area is a single manual door that opens away from you and may be difficult to open.
  • The open width is 86cm.
  • There is a similar right hand transfer toilet in C Block on the third floor.

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Toilet with Adaptations (D Block - Third Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right from the D Block lift.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the D Block 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 Braille, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards (automatically).
  • The door is locked by a push button or pad.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • 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 152cm x 227cm (4ft 12in x 7ft 5in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste disposal bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The 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 and nappy/incontinence items bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 114cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 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 visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 94cm.
  • 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 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • The visual contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.
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  • There is a similar toilet on the first and second floors of D Block.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the ground floor of A Block, along the seminar room corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m from the Grimond 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.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There are similar toilets on each floor of A Block.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located off the main entrance lobby, on the ground floor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 15m from the main 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.
  • It was not possible to access the female toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 79cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are low to moderate.
• Baby Changing Facilities 2 View
  • Baby change facilities are available in the shared toilets.
  • There is a flip down baby change table available.
  • The height of the baby change table is 89cm.
  • The baby change facility is a standalone room off the ground floor lobby in C Block.
    There are similar toilets on each floor of C Block.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Gender Neutral)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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  • The gender neutral toilet is located to the right from the D Block lift on the first, second and third floors.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the D Block lift.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is Braille, tactile and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 75cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.