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Castlecliffe (Business School)

University of St Andrews, The Castlecliffe, The Scores, St Andrews, KY16 9AL

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Overview

Getting Inside

  • The approach to the building is sloped.
  • The slope gradient varies between slight and steep.
  • The most accessible entrance surveyed was the main entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the first floor.
  • There is stepped access at the most accessible entrance.

Getting Around

  • Access View
    • There is not step-free access between floors.
    • There is not step-free level access throughout.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the ground, first and second floors and offices on the ground floor.
    • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the male toilets and some seminar rooms.
  • Circulation View
    • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include narrow walkways.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
    • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • The male and female standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor.
    • The gender inclusive standard toilet facilities are located on the second floor.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located within the gender neutral bathroom on the second floor.

Parking

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located opposite the building.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of loose chippings.
    • There is 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay available.
    • The Blue Badge bay is signposted but has no markings.
    • The nearest designated bay is 15m from the main entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a steep slope.
    • This route has uneven surfaces.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for staff only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
    • There are 2 electric vehicle charging points.
    • The controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • You do not need an online account to use the charging point.
    • Payment can be made with a credit/debit card (contactless) and via an app.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance

  • This entrance is located at the front of the building.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is stepped access at the entrance.
  • There are 3 steps.
  • There are no handrails for the steps.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 126cm.
  • There is a buzzer at a height of 123cm.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The width of the opening is 56cm.
  • The doors have a medium colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The width of the opening is 52cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There are 12 steps between the first and second door. They have handrails on both sides that are not reachable at the same time as they are too far apart. The riser height is 15cm. The depth is 33cm. They are not open risers.

Stairs (Central)

  • The stairs are located opposite the lobby.
  • The first and second floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
  • There is a handrail on the right going up.
  • The handrail is not easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Stairs (Rear)

  • The stairs are located to the right as you enter.
  • The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
  • There is a handrail that switches sides.
  • The handrail is not easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Standard Shower Facilities

  • Access View
    • The standard shower facilities surveyed are located within the gender neutral bathroom on the second floor.
    • The distance from the stairs is 3m.
    • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The width of the opening is 47cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a 27cm step to access the shower tray.
    • There is a detachable shower head.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
    • There is no shower seat.
    • There are no grab rails for the shower.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • There is also a coat hook and a wash basin available.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Standard Toilet Facilities

  • The male standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
  • The toilets are located on the ground floor.
  • The distance from the stairs is 14m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilets has a slight slope.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • This route has narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilets.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There are not ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • Hand drying facilities include: a wall mounted towel dispenser and not available.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.