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Disabled Access Guide for The Learning Resource Centre
Usworth Sixth Form College
Stephenson Road
Washington
Sunderland
NE37 2NH
Tel: 0191 511 6000
Fax: 0191 511 6696
Email: info@citysun.ac.uk
Web: http://www.citysun.ac.uk
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Introduction
Related link Usworth Sixth Form College.
The Learning Resource Centre is located on the ground floor and first floor of this building.
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Washington.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Heworth.
There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest underground station is Pallion.
Opening Times (Term Time)
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Opening Times (Vacation)
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is free for all users.
The car park is at the front 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 10 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.5m x 6m (11ft 5in x 19ft 8in).
The nearest designated bay is 25m (27yd) from the main entrance.
The furthest designated bay is 60m (65yd) from the main 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 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 automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 170cm (5ft 6in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
Outside Access (Learning Resource Centre Entrance Ground Floor)
This information is for the entrance located within the ground floor atrium.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 152cm (4ft 11in) wide.
These doors are push pad operated and open towards you.
There is a security barrier directly after the doors as you enter.
It is 89cm wide and has a slight threshold.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is medium.
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.
The details here are for the main stairs, located opposite the main entrance.
There is an identical staircase at the far end of the building.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located in the main atrium, just past reception.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
The lift is 20m (22yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.59m x 1.4m (5ft 2in x 4ft 7in).
The clear door width is 89cm.
There are not 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 have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Outside Access (Learning Resource Centre Entrance First Floor)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
As before there are security barriers directly after this entrance.
Reception
The reception desk is 8m (26ft 2in) from the ground floor entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are medium.
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.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does not house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does not house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
There is an ordering service.
It takes approximately 5-6 days to process an order.
Accessible software, auxillary aids and equipment for people with visual impairments are available upon request.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
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.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located ahead as you enter the ground floor entrance.
The lift is a platform lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 20m (22yd) from the learning resource centre entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 0.98m x 1.49m (3ft 2in x 4ft 10in).
The clear door width is 90cm.
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.
Adapted Toilet (Ground Floor)
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 Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 25m (27yd) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located ahead as you pass reception, opposite the main entrance.
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 88cm (2ft 10in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 115cm x 195cm (3ft 9in x 6ft 4in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted toilet.
There is not a lateral transfer space.
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 not 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 49cm (1ft 7in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 105cm (3ft 5in) high.
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 placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 102cm (3ft 4in) high.
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 good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
A dropdown rail is available.
Standard Toilet (Ground Floor )
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located within the changing area.
The female and male toilets are 27m (29yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
Standard toilets are available on all floors.
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 generally on duty.
Staff are trained to BSL level 3.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
This venue is part of a local or national disability initiative.
Mindful Employer
01392 208833
http://www.mindfulemployer.net/
Action For Blind People
0800 915 4666
http://www.actionforblindpeople.org.uk
RNIB
0845 766 9999
http://www.rnib.org.uk
MIND
0845 766 0163
http://www.mind.org.uk/
SKILL : National Bureau for Students with Disabilities
0800 328 5050
http://www.skill.org.uk/
