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Disabled Access Guide for Queen Margaret Residences
Bellshaugh Court
Bellshaugh Road
Kirklee
Glasgow
G12 0PR
Tel: 0141 339 3273
Fax: 0141 339 2855
Email: qmr@sanctuary-housing.co.uk
Web: http://www.gla.ac.uk
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Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Glasgow.
The venue is on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Hyndland.
The name of the nearest underground station is Hillhead.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There are 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.7m x 4.9m (8ft 10in x 16ft ).
The nearest designated bay is 8m (26ft 2in) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is concrete.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
There is 1 identical designated parking bay outside each of Blocks 6 to 8.
There are designated bays for disabled staff, students and visitors across the campus. Students and staff who are Blue Badge holders automatically receive a parking permit free of charge. Please see the University of Glasgow parking notes for further details.
Outside Access (Central Services)
There is not 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 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
Level Change (Central Services)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located on the paved surface in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 400cm (13ft 1in).
Outside Access (Block 8)
There is not level access to the service.
The intercom is not in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in) wide.
Level Change (Block 8)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading to the entrance from the access road.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 210cm (6ft 10in).
There are identical entrances into Blocks 6 and 7.
Reception (Central Services)
The reception desk is 3m (9ft 10in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The reception counter is open between 08.00 and 19.00 Monday to Friday during core tenancy periods.
The reception counter has a lowered section which is used when appropriate.
Inside Access (Block 8)
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
There is identical inside access in Blocks 6 and 7.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2-3.
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.
The services on the floors which are not accessible are additional accomodation rooms.
The stairs are located in Block 8.
Accessible Toilet (Central Services)
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.
The accessible toilet is 12m (13yd) from the accessible entrance.
The accessible toilet is located at the rear of the foyer.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
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 dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 180cm (5ft 6in x 5ft 10in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
The tap type is lever.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
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 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 47cm (1ft 6in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
Standard Toilet (Central Services)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located at the rear of the foyer.
The female toilets are 12m (13yd) from the accessible entrance.
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 at the rear of the foyer.
The male toilets are 12m (13yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
Accommodation
Room Information
The establishment provides 6 adapted accommodation facilities with an ensuite and/or separate adapted bathroom.
The adapted facilities are located on the ground floor.
The bed is 56cm (1ft 10in) high.
The measurement between the bed base and floor is 32cm (1ft ).
Adapted Bathroom
The dimensions of the bathroom are 200cm x 185cm (6ft 6in x 6ft ).
The door opens outwards.
There is a functional emergency alarm in the bathroom.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 6in).
There is a sink.
The height of the sink is 74cm (2ft 5in).
The tap type is lever.
There is a lateral transfer space.
The measurement for lateral transfer is 120cm (3ft 11in).
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
Wall mounted grab rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
Bath and Shower
There is not a bath.
Wheel In Shower
There is a wheel in shower.
The type of shower controls used is twist/turn.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted rooms
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted bathroom
The colour contrast between the walls and floor in the bathroom is good.
Auxiliary Aids - general
Standard Rooms
Ground Floor Standard Rooms
Ground floor rooms do not have level access.
Standard Rooms on Other Floors
The 6 adapted rooms are B4 and B5 in Blocks 6,7 and 8.
Vibrating pillow and flashing alarms can be provided on request.
The height of the bed is adjustable.
There are no lowered counters or adapted facilities in the kitchen.
The university would seek to make adjustments where necessary.
Additional Information
There is an assistance dog toilet available on campus for students, staff and visitors.
Disability awareness training is available for all staff through the Staff Development Service. Other training relating to specific areas of disability awareness, such as curriculum development or a specialised software package is provided from the Learning and Teaching Centre, IT Services and the Student Disability Service.
The photograph shows an adapted room in Block 8.
Additional Information
The photograph shows the roll in shower facility.
