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Disabled Access Guide for 162-166 Upper New Walk
162-166 Upper New Walk
University of Leicester
Leicester
Leicestershire
LE1 7QA
Tel: 0116 252 2522
Fax: 0116 252 2200
Web: http://www.le.ac.uk
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the building include staff offices.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the campus.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Leicester.
There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is free for all users.
The car park is at the back of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There is 1 designated parking bay within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.7m x 5.95m (12ft 1in x 19ft 6in).
The nearest designated bay is 4m (13ft 1in) from the accessible entrance.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
The car park surface is tarmac.
There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 108cm (3ft 6in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are permanently held open.
The door opening is 92cm (3ft ) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
There are 4 steps to the area/service.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do not have handrails.
Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
There is level access to the service.
Level access is via lift.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 88cm (2ft 10in) wide.
Inside Access
There is not level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Level Change (Inside Access)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located on the right hand side from the main entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on the right side going up.
There is a landing.
The services on the floors which are not accessible are standard toilet and additional offices.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located at the rear of the building.
The lift is a platform lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are all.
The platform lift accesses a small level change.
The lift is 2m (6ft 6in) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 0.8m x 1.25m (2ft 7in x 4ft 1in).
The clear door width is 90cm.
There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does not have tactile markings.
Accessible Toilet
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 7m (22ft 11in) from the accessible entrance.
The accessible toilet is located on the left as you enter.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 130cm x 230cm (4ft 3in x 7ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 82cm (2ft 8in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 6in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is not a towel dispenser.
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.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are medium.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located on the left of the venue on the first floor.
Inside the venue, there is not level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
Level Change (Standard Toilet)
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance to the toilet.
There are 4 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the left going up.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
Documents are not available in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
