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Disabled Access Guide for University Student Union
Park Place
Cathays
Cardiff
Wales
CF10 3QN
Tel: 02920 874000
Fax: 02920 874000
Email: enquiry@cardiff.ac.uk
Web: http://www.cardiff.ac.uk
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the building include Blackwells, Santander, Cutting Edge, Images, Printcentre, Jobshop, StudentLetting, The Magic Wrap, Student Union Offices, The Great Hall, CF10, The Kitchen, Solus and The Taf.
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Cardiff.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Cardiff Queen Street.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 3m x 5m (9ft 10in x 16ft 4in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located outside the building, on Park Place.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are available.
The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 3m x 6m (9ft 10in x 19ft 8in).
Standard marked parking bays are located outside the building, on Senghennydd Road.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Front 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 single width.
The door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 100cm (3ft 3in) wide.
The doors are push pad operated.
Level Change (Front Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located located after the second set of doors .
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 leading up from Park Place.
There are 15+ 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.
There is a standard and/or platform lift to access this area/service.
The lift overcomes the steps.
Lift (Front Entrance)
The lift is located leading to the entrance.
The lift is a standard lift.
The lift is 4m (13ft 1in) from the front entrance.
The dimensions of the lift are 1m x 1.4m (3ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
The clear door width is 80cm.
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 not 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 not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
A student card is required to use the lift.
Outside Access (Senghennydd Road Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 86cm (2ft 9in) wide.
Level Change (Senghennydd Road Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
Reception
The reception desk is 15m (16yd) from the lift.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
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.
The lighting levels are varied.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2-3-4.
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.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located to the right of the reception.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2-3-4.
The lift is 5m (16ft 4in) from the reception.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.15m x 1.8m (3ft 9in x 5ft 10in).
The clear door width is 78cm.
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 bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Restaurant / Bar (Solus)
The following information is for the bar.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks cannot be brought to the table.
There is not a lowered section at the service counter.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
Some chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 46m (50yd) from the lift.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 76cm (2ft 5in).
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 112cm (3ft 8in).
There are numerous sets of steps throughout the nightclub, all of which can be overcome by ramps.
Wifi is available in Solus.
Restaurant / Bar (The Kitchen)
The following information is for the cafe.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is not a lowered section at the service counter.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
Some chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 26m (28yd) from the lift.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 52cm (1ft 8in).
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 74cm (2ft 5in).
Menus are wall only.
Menus are not available in Braille.
Menus are not available in large print.
Picture menus are not available.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks.
Wifi is available in The Kitchen.
Restaurant / Bar (CF10)
The following information is for the cafe.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is not a lowered section at the service counter.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 39m (42yd) from the lift.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 72cm (2ft 4in).
Menus are hand held and on the wall.
Menus are not available in Braille.
Menus are not available in large print.
Picture menus are not available.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
Wifi is available in the CF10.
Restaurant / Bar (The Taf)
The following information is for the bar.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Food is available from the bar.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
There is not a lowered section at the service counter.
There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No tables are permanently fixed.
Some chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 50cm (1ft 7in).
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 112cm (3ft 8in).
Menus are hand held.
Menus are not available in Braille.
Menus are not available in large print.
Picture menus are not available.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
Wifi is available in the The Taf.
Theatre / Opera House (The Great Hall)
A companion may sit with you.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a portable loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
There is a wheelchair to borrow.
To borrow the wheelchair ask a member of staff.
Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.
Accessible Toilet (Solus)
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 60m (65yd) from the lift.
The accessible toilet is located on the left of the Solus nightclub.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is required for the accessible toilet.
The key is a radar key.
The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 90cm (2ft 11in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 200cm (4ft 11in x 6ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear 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 80cm (2ft 7in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not 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 tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are 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 is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
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 45cm (1ft 5in).
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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 75cm (2ft 5in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible 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 fair.
Lighting levels are medium.
Accessible Toilet (The Kitchen)
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 42m (46yd) from the lift.
The accessible toilet is located at the rear of The Kitchen.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is required for the accessible toilet.
The key is a radar key.
The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The door is light.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 230cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible 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 63cm (2ft ).
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.
No emergency alarm is fitted in the cubicle.
Disposal facilities are 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 is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
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 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 75cm (2ft 5in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible 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 poor.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are medium.
Accessible Toilet (The Taf)
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 40m (44yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located on the left of The Taf.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is required for the accessible toilet.
The key is a radar key.
The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 215cm (4ft 10in x 7ft ).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible 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 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 is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
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 44cm (1ft 5in).
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 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 accessible 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 poor.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are medium.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located at the rear of the building.
The female and male toilets are 20m (22yd) from the Senghennydd Road Entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
