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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a fitness suite, male and female changing rooms with standard showers and toilets.

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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include student accommodation in four blocks.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the area.
• This venue is situated in Elephant and Castle.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• The nearest National Rail station is Elephant and Castle.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest underground station is Elephant and Castle.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• There is/are 0 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
• Assistance may be required because there is / are uneven surfaces.
• The car park surface is block paving.
• There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• There is not a designated drop off point.

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• Comments View
  • There are 2 bays here which are usually left clear for contractors.
  • However, they can be allocated to Blue Badge holders on request.

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Outside Access (Courtyard Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The intercom is at a height of 120cm.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).

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Level Change (Courtyard Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located at the entrance gate, to overcome the lower bar of the gate.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 60cm (1ft 12in).

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• Comments View
  • The main gates can be opened from the inside to give step free access.
  • Assistance will be required, or visitors can call 07881 501 592 for assistance.

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Outside Access (Flat C3 Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located off the central courtyard, left as you enter.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.

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• Comments View
  • Photograph 1 shows the shared kitchen in flat C3, showing the accessible sink, hob and surface.
  • Photograph 2 shows the Laundry Room, which is located on the ground floor of A Block.

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Accommodation

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• Location of Accessible Accommodation View
  • The establishment provides 2 accessible accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate accessible bathroom.
  • The accessible facilities are located in flat C3.
  • There is level access from an accessible entrance.
  • The room number viewed was C31.
  • The width of the door to the room is 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • The dimensions of the clear floor space are 250cm x 300cm (8ft 2in x 9ft 10in).
  • The bed is 61cm high.
  • The measurement between the bed base and floor is 40cm (1ft 4in).
  • Light switches are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the room.
  • No emergency alarm is fitted in the room.
  • Other accessible facilities available in the bedroom are accessible window openers.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in accessible accommodation.
• Accessible Bathroom View
  • The information relates to the shared bathroom.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 200cm x 295cm (6ft 7in x 9ft 8in).
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the door to the bathroom is 83cm.
  • The door weight is light.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
  • No emergency alarm is fitted in the bathroom.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a toilet roll holder.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • The measurement of lateral transfer space is 60cm (1ft 12in).
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a flush on the transfer side.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet pan the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There are mirrors.
  • The mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
• Wheel In Shower View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • The shower head height is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • The type of shower controls used are lever.
  • The shower seat is flip-down.
  • The shower seat height is 50cm (1ft 8in).
  • There are handrails available for the shower.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible rooms View
  • The colour contrast between the external room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal room door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between external ensuite / bathroom door and wall is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Colour contrast and lighting in accessible bathroom View
  • The colour contrast between the internal bathroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is good.
  • The colour contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Auxiliary Aids - General View
  • Some of the rooms have auxiliary aids for people with sensory impairments.
  • Available auxiliary aids include flashing alarms and vibrating pillows.
  • Flashing fire alarms are available on request.
  • Vibrating fire alarms are available on request.
  • The accommodation does not provide other auxiliary aids for people with mobility impairments.
  • Assistance dogs are welcome to stay with residents in standard rooms.
• Ground Floor Rooms View
  • Ground floor rooms do have level access.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.
• Standard Rooms on Other Floors View
  • There are standard rooms on other floors.
  • The other floors cannot be accessed by lift.
  • Adjoining rooms are not available.

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Outside Access (A Block Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located in the far left corner of the central courtyard.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 134cm (4ft 5in).

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• Comments View
  • This entrance leads to flats 5, 10, 16, 20.
  • There is a similar entrance to B Block, leading to flats 4, 9, 15 and 19.
  • Block C (apart from flat C3) is accessed by a single door with a medium step.
  • This leads to flats 1, 6, 12 and 17.

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Outside Access (D Block Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the right of the central courtyard.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open towards you (pull).
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 135cm (4ft 5in) wide.

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• Comments View
  • This entrance leads to the office, common room and flats 2, 7, 8, 13, 14 and 18.

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Level Change (D Block Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.

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Level Change (D Block)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located to the left as you enter D Block.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• The width of the ramp or slope is 85cm (2ft 9in).
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located to the right as you enter D Block.
• There is / are 1 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are deep.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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• Comments View
  • The ramp leads to the common room and the office.
  • The step leads to flat 2.

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Reception (Main Reception)

• The desk/counter is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the D Block Entrance, within the common room.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk/counter is staffed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Common Room

• The common room is located on the ground floor of block D.
• There is a pool table and table football.
• There are two lounge-style seating areas.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2-3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The lighting level is medium.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
• Other View
  • The services on the floors which are not accessible are the flats on floors 1-3.
• Comments View
  • There are similar stairs in all blocks, but some only access floors G-2.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 12m (13yd 4in) from the D Block entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the far corner of the common room.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 92cm (3ft).
  • The door is light.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 147cm x 200cm (4ft 10in x 6ft 7in).
  • There is not a clear 150cm x 150cm manoeuvring space 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 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm in the cubicle.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are waste paper pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab 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 is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 49cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Staff do not receive Deaf Awareness training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.
• Staff are Text Relay aware.