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Allerton Building - A Block

The University of Salford, Salford, Greater Manchester, M6 6PU

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Summary

  • Building View
    • Services / Facilities within the building include; the Podiatry Clinic with teaching rooms are located on the ground floor.
      Student Onboarding, lecture theatre and teaching rooms are on the 2nd floor.
    • Allerton Building link (new tab) - click here.
  • Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
    • Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor in the podiatry clinic.
    • Female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor in the podiatry clinic and floor L1.
    • Male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor in the podiatry clinic and floor L1.
    • Standard changing facilities are located on the ground floor within the podiatry clinic.
    • Standard shower facilities are located on the ground floor in the podiatry clinic changing rooms.

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Opening Times (Podiatry Clinic)

  • Monday 08:30 - 16:30.
  • Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30.
  • Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30.
  • Thursday 08:30 - 16:30.
  • Friday 08:30 - 16:30.
  • Saturday Closed.
  • Sunday Closed.

Getting Here

Useful Information

Building Parking

  • Building Car Park View
    • The dropped kerb between the car park and the building does have tactile paving.
  • 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 Frederick Road Car Park.
    • The car park is located at the rear of the Allerton Building on Fredrick Road.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.

Building Parking (Podiatry Clinic)

  • Building Car Park View
    • The car park can be used by visitors, permit holders and Blue Badge holders.
    • Parking charges apply for all users.
    • The car park is located in front of the building, and to the left of the building on entering the Frederick Road car park.
    • The car park type is open air/surface.
    • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
    • Designated Blue Badge parking bays are available.
    • There is/are 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
    • The Blue Badge bay(s) markings are faded.
    • The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 230cm x 475cm.
    • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to one side and the rear.
    • The marked zone is 130cm 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 17m (18yd 1ft) from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • 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 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 Frederick Road Car Park.
    • The car park is located to the side of the Allerton Building - A Block.
  • Public Car Parks View
    • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop off point.
    • Podiatry patients can enter their registration on a touch pad next to reception, and get 3 hours free parking.
      Blue Badge holders do not need to enter their registration for the 3 hours free parking.

Site/Campus Car Park (Frederick Road Car Park)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the rear of the Allerton Building on Fredrick Road.
    • The nearest building(s) to this car park is/are Allerton 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 364cm x 500cm.
    • The Blue Badge parking bays have a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
    • The marked zone is 130cm 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 and permit holders.
    • Parking charges apply for all users.
    • Signs are provided to give information on parking charges/restrictions.
    • Signs are clearly presented.
    • Payment machines are located throughout the car park.
    • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • Drop Off Point View
    • There is a designated drop off point in this car park.
    • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
    • The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
  • Car Park Access View
    • There is step free access from this car park.
    • Buildings are clearly signposted from this car park.
    • There is not a campus map available within the car park.
    • The nearest designated bay is 13m (14yd 8in) from the accessible entrance to the Allerton building.

Outside Access (Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
    • This entrance gives access to the Podiatry Clinic, and Allerton Building A Block other floors.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'Allerton Building PODIATRY CLINIC'.
    • 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • There is a bell/buzzer.
    • The height of the bell/buzzer is 142cm (4ft 8in).
    • There is not an intercom.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are single width.
    • The width of the door opening is 132cm.
    • There is a slope with a very easy incline.

Entrance (A Block Entrance Concourse)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located to the left from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • This entrance gives access to the A block lift and stairs.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'ENTRANCE CONCOURSE'.
    • 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 (away from you).
    • There is a push pad/button to enter the main automatic doors.
    • The entry push pad or push button is 119cm from floor level.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 142cm.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
    • To enter the Podiatry Clinic through these doors there is a keycard pad which is 136 centimetres high.

Entrance (A Block from Allerton Building)

  • Entrance View
    • This information is for the entrance located on level U1 of A Block.
    • This entrance gives access to the stair well and lifts for A Block.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • This entrance is signed with 'A Block'.
    • 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) away from you (push).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 158cm.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 85cm.

Reception (Podiatry Reception)

  • Reception View
    • The reception point is located to the left from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • The reception point is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not 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 80cm.
    • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
    • There is not a lowered section of the counter.
    • The counter is staffed.
    • Clipboards can be provided to anyone who is unable to use the desk.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
    • There is wayfinding signage available at/close to the reception.
    • The type of flooring in the reception area is laminate.
  • Reception Waiting Area View
    • There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
    • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
    • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
    • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
  • Circulation View
    • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
    • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet, vinyl and laminate.
    • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
    • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in the majority of corridors/walkways.
    • There is bench and sofa seating at regular intervals.
    • The lighting levels are varied.
  • 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.

Other Floors

  • Stairs View
    • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
    • The stairs are located ahead from the concourse entrance.
    • The stairs are approximately 8m from the concourse 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 G, U1 and 2.
    • There are 15+ steps between floors.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 14cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
    • The depth of the steps is 28cm.
    • The steps are not clearly marked.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
    • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are not easy to grip.
    • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • There is a landing.
    • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
    • The lighting levels at the steps are good.

Step(s)

  • Stepped Level Change 1 View
    • There is a/are step(s) located on level one.
    • The step(s) is/are used to access the first floor of the A block.
    • There is/are 5 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are on the right 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 low to moderate.
    • There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).
    • These steps can be seen on photograph number one.
  • Stepped Level Change 2 View
    • There is a/are step(s) located on the first floor.
    • The step(s) is/are used to access the Common Room.
    • There is/are 5 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 17cm.
    • 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 the right going up.
    • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
    • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • Handrails are not easy to grip.
    • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
    • There is a platform lift to overcome the step(s).
    • These steps can be seen on photograph number two.
  • Stepped Level Change 3 View
    • There is a/are step(s) located on floor 3 Lift foyer.
    • The step(s) is/are used to access floor 3.
    • There is/are 4 step(s).
    • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
    • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
    • The handrail(s) is/are on the right 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 not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
    • The lighting levels at the step(s) are good.
    • There is a standard lift to overcome the step(s).
    • The accessible lift on the right side of the building gives access to floor three. These steps can be seen on photograph number three.

Lift

  • The lift is located on the left after the concourse entrance.
  • The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The lift is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the concourse 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 G, L1, U1 and 2.
  • The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby on the second floor and on the ground floor.
  • 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 high.
  • 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 146cm (3ft 6in x 4ft 9in).
  • There are 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 a hearing loop system.
  • The lift does not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The lighting levels in the lift are low to moderate.
  • Photographs 5 and 6 show the side door of the lift as on level L1.

Lift (A Block)

  • There is a lift for public use.
  • The lift is located on the first floor.
  • The lift is a platform lift.
  • The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1 and L1.
  • Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
  • The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
  • The lift is approximately 36m (39yd 1ft) from the main lifts.
  • Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
  • The dimensions of the lift are 80cm x 124cm (2ft 7in x 4ft 1in).
  • There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
  • The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
  • The lift does not have an audible announcer.
  • The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
  • The lift does not have Braille markings.
  • The lift does have tactile markings.
  • The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
  • The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

Standard Changing Room (Podiatry Clinic - Male)

  • Location and Access View
    • This standard changing room is located to the left from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • This standard changing room is approximately 35m from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
    • A key is not required for the standard changing room.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the standard changing room door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The door is heavy.
    • The door is locked by a push button or pad.
    • The width of the standard changing room opening is 79cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
    • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • The dimensions of the standard changing room are 275cm x 370cm.
    • The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
    • This is a male changing room.
    • The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
    • There is not an emergency alarm.
    • There is no seating available within the changing room.
    • There are lockers within the changing room.
    • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
    • There is not a water dispenser available.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
    • Disposal facilities are available in the changing room.
    • There is a/are general waste (with lid) disposal units.
    • The lighting levels in the changing room are moderate to good.
    • The changing rooms are for student and staff use.

Standard Changing Room (Podiatry Clinic - Female)

  • Location and Access View
    • This standard changing room is located to the right from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • This standard changing room is approximately 45m from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • There is step-free access to the standard changing room.
    • A key is not required for the standard changing room.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the standard changing room door.
    • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
    • The door opens inwards.
    • The door is heavy.
    • The door is locked by a push button or pad.
    • The width of the standard changing room opening is 77cm.
    • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • The dimensions of the standard changing room are 326cm x 335cm.
    • The fixtures/facilities available in the standard changing room include; a toilet, a wash basin and a wheel in shower.
    • This is a female changing room.
    • The type of flooring in the changing room is vinyl.
    • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the standard changing room.
    • There is not an emergency alarm.
    • There is no seating available within the changing room.
    • There are lockers within the changing room.
    • There is a/are locker(s) within reach for a wheelchair user.
    • There is not a water dispenser available.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
    • Disposal facilities are available in the changing room.
    • There is a/are general waste (with lid) disposal units.
    • The lighting levels in the changing room are moderate to good.

Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Podiatry Clinic - Right Hand Transfer)

  • There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
  • Location and Access View
    • This accessible toilet is located to the right from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • This accessible toilet is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic 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, written text and ‘Not All Disabilities Are Visible’ 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 locking handle.
    • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 91cm.
    • The 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 204cm x 158cm (6ft 8in x 5ft 2in).
    • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
    • The lighting levels are good.
    • There is a lateral transfer space.
    • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
    • The lateral transfer space is 120cm (3ft 11in).
    • 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, however it is not on the transfer side.
    • The 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 the left.
    • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
    • There is not a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
    • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is high.
    • The contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
    • There is an emergency alarm.
    • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
    • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
    • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
    • There is a/are female sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
    • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
  • Additional Fixtures View
    • There is a mirror.
    • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
    • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
    • The toilet has a cistern.
    • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
    • The height of the toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in).
    • The 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 72cm (2ft 4in).
    • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
    • The wash basin tap type is 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 112cm.
    • 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 90cm (2ft 11in).
    • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is medium.

Standard Toilet(s) (Podiatry Clinic)

  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The female toilet is located to the right from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 22m from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic 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.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
    • Lighting levels are good.
  • Toilet Facilities 2 View
    • The male toilet is located to the right from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic entrance.
    • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
    • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 29m from the Allerton Building - Podiatry Clinic 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.
    • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
    • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
    • Lighting levels are good.