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Overview

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• About View
  • Scottish Oceans Institute is a medium building with 4 floors.
  • The building has 1 main lift.
  • The building has 4 staircases.
  • The building floors are signed as: Lower Ground, Ground, 1 and 2.
  • View information on Scottish Oceans Institute.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The building has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Leuchars Train Station.
  • This station has step-free access.
  • The nearest bus station is Stagecoach St Andrews Bus Station.
  • This bus station has step-free access.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).

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Getting Inside

• The approach to the building is sloped.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a central bollard located on this incline.
• The most accessible entrance surveyed was the main entrance.
• This entrance gives access to reception.
• There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
• There are 2 other entrances.
• 1 of the other entrances has step-free level access.
• 1 of the other entrances has step-free access via ramp.
• The Scottish Oceans Institute is situated at the far end of the East Sands Beach car park, further along the coastline.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is not internal step-free access between floors.
  • Step-free access to the lower ground floor is via an alternative external entrance only.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of walkways.
  • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the first floor offices.
• Circulation View
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
  • Access throughout may include narrow walkways and moveable physical obstructions.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
  • The toilets with adaptations are located on level 1 in the lobby and the rear of the building, and on level 2.
  • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
  • Ambulant toilet facilities are located on the first and second floor.
  • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located on all floors.
  • Shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the first floor in the gallery.
• Changing Facilities View
  • Standard changing facilities are located at the rear of the building on the ground floor.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations on the ground floor.

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Rooms and Services in the Building

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• Other Areas View
  • Other services within the building include: Teaching & training spaces, academic and research offices, meeting and conference rooms.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the right of the building.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 225cm (width) x 475cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 110cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 40m from the main entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight slope.
  • This route has uneven surfaces and bollards.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the building, ahead as you approach.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces and a bollard.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors, which are push pad activated.
• The height of the push pad is 83cm.
• The doors open away from you.
• The width of the opening is 162cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium colour contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors, which are push pad activated.
• The height of the push pad is 84cm.
• The doors open away from you.
• The width of the opening is 162cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a medium colour contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 84cm.

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Reception

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• Location View
  • The reception is located on the right as you enter the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 2m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the reception has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access to the reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 112cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: sofas.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables and desks.

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Entrance (Internal)

• This entrance is located at the rear of the reception lobby.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 116cm.
• There are double manual doors.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 174cm.
• The doors have a medium colour contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 110cm.

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Stairs (Central)

• The stairs are located on the left as you enter the internal entrance.
• The ground and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails 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 there being different types of lights in the space.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located at the rear of the building.
• The distance from the internal entrance is 50m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• There are manual doors along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • The lower ground, ground, first and second floors can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high colour contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 880kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • Some of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 80cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 139cm (width) x 160cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Seating Area

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• Location and Access View
  • The seating area is located on the ground floor in the centre of the building.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to this area.
  • There is an opening without doors.
  • The width of the opening is more than 200cm.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests, sofas, benches and stools.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables and long tables.
  • The surface height of some of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Changing Area

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• Changing Area View
  • The gender neutral changing area was surveyed.
  • The changing area surveyed is located at the rear of the building.
  • The distance from the internal entrance is 50m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
  • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
  • This route has narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 88cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • Facilities in this area include: showers, a changing bench and lockers.
  • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Shower Facilities View
  • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
  • There is a fixed shower head.
  • The shower controls are lever.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There are no grab rails for the shower.
  • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.

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Stairs (Rear)

• The stairs are located at the rear of the building .
• The lower ground, ground, first and second floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do 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 were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Stairs (Left)

• The stairs are located on the left side of the building.
• The ground and first floors can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails 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.

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Stairs (SERG Laboratory)

• The stairs are located at the rear of the building.
• The lower ground and ground floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There is a handrail on the left going up.
• The handrail is 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 not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 20cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm-45cm.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Floor 1 - Lobby - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the left of the internal entrance.
  • The distance from the internal entrance is 4m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The width of the opening is 88cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 224cm (width) x 162cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 90cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 97cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 76cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 96cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 104cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 114cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a long mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 94cm.
  • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.