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Disabled Access Guide for Goschen Centre
City College Plymouth
Keyham
Plymouth
PL2 2DP
Tel: 01752 305282
Fax: 01752 305098
Email: info@cityplym.ac.uk
Web: http://www.cityplym.ac.uk
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the building include the refectory, library, Student Services Help Desk, Student Common room and shop, Performing Arts and the Business School.
Related link Goschen Centre Refectory.
Related link Goschen Centre Library.
Related link The Business School.
Opening Times (Reception)
| 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 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Keyham.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Dockyard.
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.
Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There are 6 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 4.6m x 3.3m (15ft 1in x 10ft 9in).
The nearest designated bay is 30m (33yd) from the entrance C1.
The furthest designated bay is 35m (38yd) from the entrance C1.
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 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 2 designated bays near entrance C2, 2 near entrance B and 2 further bays near entrance A.
Outside Access (Entrance C1)
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 automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (Entrance C1)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located to the right as you face the 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 entrance.
There are 3 steps to the area/service.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
Outside Access (Entrance C2)
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 automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (Entrance C2)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located to the left as you face the 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 entrance.
There are 2 steps to the area/service.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
Outside Access (Entrance B)
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 automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (Entrance B)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located on the right as you face the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
The width of the ramp or slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
There are 2 steps to the area/service.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
Reception
The reception desk is 21m (23yd) from the entrance C1.
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 medium.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a portable loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers can charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
Other Floors (C Block)
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 both sides.
There is a landing.
Lift (C Block)
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located on the right as you enter entrance C1.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
The lift is 3m (9ft 10in) from the entrance C1.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.1m x 1.4m (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
The clear door width is 80cm.
There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
There is 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 medium.
The lift does have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
There are 2 identical lifts located at entrance C1.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 10m (11yd) from the entrance C1.
The adapted toilet is located off the corridor to the right, as you enter the building.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
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 twist lock.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 145cm x 190cm (4ft 9in x 6ft 2in).
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 left.
The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 3in).
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 not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
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 52cm (1ft 8in).
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.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located to the left as you enter.
The female toilets are 8m (26ft 2in) from the entrance C1.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located to the right as you enter.
The male toilets are 32m (35yd) from the entrance C1.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
There are additional standard male and female toilets located on all floors.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents are available in Braille.
Documents are available 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 not Text Relay aware.
