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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot booked in advance.
• There is/are 4 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 358cm x 458cm (11ft 9in x 15ft).

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Designated parking bays are clearly marked.
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 7m (7yd 1ft) from the Owen Building main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 14m (15yd 11in) from the Owen Building 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 block paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • There is a strict Permit to Park policy on all campuses. First priority for permits is given to staff and students with disabilities. Pre-booked visitor parking is available in the Stoddart Building car park at City Campus.

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Outside Access (Owen Building Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The intercom is at a height of 150cm.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
• The door(s) is / are double.
• The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are double.
  • The width of the door opening is 154cm (5ft 1in).
• Comments View
  • This entrance gives direct access to Level 5 of the Owen Building.

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Level Change (Owen Building Main Entrance)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located immediately in front of and beyond the first set of doors.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Level Change (Foyer)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up the ramp.
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the left hand side of the foyer, just beyond Hallam Help.
• There is/are 4 step(s) to the area/service.
• The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The handrail(s) is/are on both sides.

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Lift (Main Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located at the rear of the foyer, ahead as you enter.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The weight limit for the lift is 1725kg.
• The lift is approximately 24m (26yd 9in) from the Owen Building main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 99cm (3ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 203cm x 164cm (6ft 8in x 5ft 5in).
• 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 lift has a hearing enhancement system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • There are manual, heavy, double doors to access the lift lobby on all levels except Level 5.
  • There are 4 identical lifts in this location.
  • The lift controls are on a touchscreen in the lift lobbies (photograph 4).
  • After selecting the destination floor the screen displays which lift to use.
  • The height to the top of the touchscreen is 116cm.

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Summary

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• Building View
  • Services / Facilities within the building include; Hallam Kitchen, Hallam Café and Teaching Rooms 220 to 223.
• Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities View
  • Accessible toilet facilities are located on Level 2 on the left as you enter from the Owen Building and on Level 5 in Hallam Kitchen/Café.
  • Female standard toilet facilities are located on Level 2 on the left as you enter from the Owen Building and on Level 5 in Hallam Kitchen/Hallam Café.
  • Male standard toilet facilities are located on Level 2 on the left as you enter from the Owen Building and on Level 5 in Hallam Kitchen/Hallam Café.
• Comments View
  • The Atrium Building gives access to Harmer Building, Norfolk Building, Adsetts Learning Centre, Owen Building, Sheaf Building, Howard Building, Surrey Building, University Main Reception Level 5 Owen Building, Eric Mensforth Building and Pennine Lecture Theatre.

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Useful Information

• Disabled Student Support has disability specialists which can answer all types of disability enquiries, assess support needs and provide support packages.
• To see more information on Disabled Student Support please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 225 2222.
• Email: [email protected].
• Use the Hallam Help page to look for answers to common questions and book sessions with specialist advisers.
• To see more information on Hallam Help please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 225 2222.
• Email: [email protected].
• To see more information on How To Apply please click here (opens new tab).
• This webpage gives details on applying for accommodation through Sheffield Hallam University.
• To see more information on Accommodation please click here (opens new tab).
• Telephone Number: 0114 225 4512.
• Email: [email protected].

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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • The Atrium Building is based at the City Campus in the heart of Sheffield City Centre. Sheffield's Motorway Link is the M1, Junctions 33 and 34. You are recommended to leave at Junction 33 and proceed into the City Centre by way of the Parkway (A630).
  • There is no parking on site.
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• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the building.
  • The nearest bus stops are 0.2 miles away on either Paternoster Row or Arundle Gate.
  • For more information on First Bus Group please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Sheffield.
  • Sheffield Train Station is 0.4 miles away on Sheaf Street.
  • For more information on East Midlands Railway please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Sheffield Train Station please click here (opens new tab).
• By Tram View
  • The nearest tram stop is Cathedral.
  • The nearest tram stop is 0.5 miles away on Church Street.
  • For more information on Supertram please click here (opens new tab).

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:00 - 21:00.
• Tuesday 08:00 - 21:00.
• Wednesday 08:00 - 21:00.
• Thursday 08:00 - 21:00.
• Friday 08:00 - 21:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Opening Times (Hallam Cafe)

• Monday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Thursday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Friday 08:30 - 17:30.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Opening Times (Hallam Kitchen)

• Monday 09:00 - 15:30.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 15:30.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 15:30.
• Thursday 09:00 - 15:30.
• Friday 09:00 - 15:30.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Outside Access (Hertha Ayrton STEM Centre Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building, on the walkway link to the Hertha Ayrton STEM Centre, Eric Mensforth Building and Sheaf Building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is / are single.
  • The width of the door opening is 123cm (4ft).
• Second Set of Doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is / are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is / are double (with one leaf locked).
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope at this entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is located immediately beyond the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is easy.
• Comments View
  • There is a handrail on the right along the lower half of the ramp as you face it.

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Entrance (Owen Building Level 5)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the Owen Building, on Level 5, in the lift lobby.
  • This entrance gives access to Level 5 of the Atrium Building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Access to Atrium Heartspace, Eric Mensforth, Harmer, Hertha Ayrton Stem Centre, Norfolk, Sheath and Surrey'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 170cm.

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Entrance (Owen Building Level 2)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level 2 of the Owen Building, in the lift lobby.
  • This entrance gives access to Level 2 of the Atrium Building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance is signed with 'Atrium Level 2'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 170cm.

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Eating and Drinking (Hallam Café)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the café.
  • The café is located on Level 5.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the café.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; written wall menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
  • There is a portable card machine available for payment.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 106cm.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 100cm.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low/lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a moveable card machine available for payment.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 69cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also bench seats and high stools.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Eating and Drinking (Hallam Kitchen)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the restaurant.
  • The restaurant is located on level 5 next to Hallam Café.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the restaurant.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables can be booked in advance.
  • There is full table service.
  • Menu types include; handheld menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system .
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 104cm.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 69cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Inside Access

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• Access and Circulation View
  • There is not step-free access throughout the building.
  • The type of flooring is carpet and tiles.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Signage View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music/sound.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located ahead and to the left as you enter from the Owen Building.
  • The stairs are approximately 5m from the Owen Entrance Lift Foyer.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 2, 3, 4, 5.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 16cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.
• Other Information View
  • The service(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are Hallam Kitchen and Hallam Café.

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Other Floors (Hallam Café)

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• Stairs View
  • Stairs can be used to access other floors.
  • The stairs are located on Level 5 in the Hallam Café.
  • The stairs are approximately 2m from the Hallam Café Entrance.
  • The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 5 and 6.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels at the steps are good.
• Other Information View
  • The area(s) on the floors which are not accessible is/are the Office of the Vice Chancellor.

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Lift

• The lift is located to the left hand side of the Atrium, as you enter from the Owen Building.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 35m (38yd 10in) from the Owen Building Entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 2, 3, 4, 5.
• The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 104cm x 135cm (3ft 5in x 4ft 5in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are good.

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Lift (Hallam Café Platform Lift)

• The lift is located outside the Hallam Café.
• The lift was out of use at the time of the survey.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 13m (14yd 8in) from the Atrium Level 5 entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• A member of staff does not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Hallam café, Atrium Level 5.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The weight limit for the lift is 385kg.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are not within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is low.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 85cm (4ft 7in x 2ft 9in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are moderate to good.

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Level 5 Hallam Kitchen/Café)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located to the left of Hallam Kitchen.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access Hallam Kitchen, Hallam Café and the Standard and Accessible Toilets.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 2 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located to the right of Hallam Café entrance.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access Hallam Café, Hallam Kitchen and the Standard and Accessible Toilets.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are moderate to good.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
  • There is a stair lift to overcome the ramp(s)/slope(s).

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Ramp(s) or Slope(s) (Level 4 and 5)

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• Ramped/Sloped Level Change 1 View
  • There is a ramp/slope located directly ahead from the Owen Building Lift Foyer to Harmer, Surrey and Howard Buildings.
  • The ramp/slope is used to access The Harmer, Surrey and Howard Buildings.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The lighting levels at the ramp/slope are good.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 2)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 2 to the rear left of the Atrium Building.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 43m (47yd 1in) from the Level 2 Entrance from The Owen Building.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 100cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 142cm x 190cm (4ft 8in x 6ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 105cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 32cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 97cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Level 5)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on Level 5 of the Atrium Building to the left of the Hallam Kitchen.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the Hallam Café Entrance.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 98cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 144cm x 180cm (4ft 9in x 5ft 11in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 68cm (2ft 3in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a female sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 105cm from the floor.
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • The contrast between the hand dryer and the wall is poor.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 2)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 2 to the rear left of the Atrium Building.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s), via lift.
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 43m from the Owen Building Level 2 entrance.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are horizontal wall mounted rails available on both sides of the toilet.
  • There is a/are vertical wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 82cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • There are two doors to enter the toilets.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Level 5)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on Level 5 to the left of the Hallam Kitchen.
  • There is ramped/sloped access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m from the entrance to Hallam Café.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 86cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
  • Lighting levels are good.
  • There are two doors to enter the toilets.