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Disabled Access Guide for All Saints Campus - Main Building
Manchester Metropolitan University
All Saints Campus
Oxford Road
Manchester
M15 6BH
Tel: 0161 247 1324
Email: enquiries@mmu.ac.uk
Web: http://www.mmu.ac.uk
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the building include IT drop-in facilities, a coffee bar, Student Information Centre, Student Services, Careers Service, Counselling Service, Customer Services, Learning Support, Finance Office, Registry Office, Personnel Office, Vice Chancellor's Office and the International Office.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:45 - 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 08:45 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:45 - 17:30 |
| Thursday | 08:45 - 17:30 |
| Friday | 08:45 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the campus.
This venue is situated in Manchester.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Oxford Road.
There is 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.
Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
There are 7 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.5m x 4m (8ft 2in x 13ft 1in).
The nearest designated bay is 12m (13yd) from the rear entrance.
The furthest designated bay is 25m (27yd) from the rear entrance.
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 slopes/ramps.
The car park surface is tarmac.
There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
The maximum height is 2.4m (7ft 10in).
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 bell is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The intercom is not in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 136cm (4ft 5in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 136cm (4ft 5in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located on the left as you face the main entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the main entrance.
There are 2 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do not have handrails.
Outside Access (Rear Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The intercom is in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 139cm (4ft 6in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open both ways.
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 152cm (4ft 11in) wide.
Level Change (Rear Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located between the car park and the rear entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Level Change (Inside Rear Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located inside the rear entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
There is a ramp leading to the 2nd set of doors.
The ramp has a landing.
Reception (Main)
The reception desk is 10m (11yd) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk does not have a lowered section.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
There is 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.
Other Floors (Reception)
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
These details are for the stairs located at the rear of the reception desk.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1-2-3-4-5-6.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
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.
Lift
The lift is located at the rear of the Coffee Bar.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2-3-4-5-6.
The lift is 17m (18yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.64m x 1.64m (5ft 4in x 5ft 4in).
The clear door width is 112cm.
There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does have an audible announcer.
The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
There are 2 lifts available.
The left hand lift serves floors G-5 and the right hand lift serves floors G-6.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 23m (25yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located on the first floor opposite the learning support office.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
This is by lift.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 227cm x 168cm (7ft 5in x 5ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 145cm (4ft 9in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
It is not a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in adapted 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 adapted toilet.
There are mirrors in the adapted 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 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.
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 adapted 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 fair.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is fair.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
There are additional adapted toilets located on floors 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located on the 1st floor at the rear of the lifts.
The female toilets are 24m (26yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
This is by lift.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located on the 1st floor at the rear of the lifts.
The male toilets are 26m (28yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
This is by lift.
Lighting levels are bright.
There are additional standard male and female toilets located on floors 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
