Access Guide
Access To
- The venue is directly ahead as you enter the building, to the left of the lift.
- View information on Lecture Theatre Building (opens new tab) .
- The most accessible route has step-free level access.
- There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
- There are double manual doors which open towards you.
- The width of the opening is 156cm.
- The doors have a medium visual contrast.
Teaching
- This is a lecture theatre.
- There is not step-free level access within the room.
- The following areas have stepped access: The majority of the seating area apart from the first two rows.
- Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- Floor coverings are even with no trip hazards.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
- There is tiered seating with no handrails at the steps.
- There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
- The designated spaces for wheelchair users are located in the front row.
- There is step-free level access to the designated space surveyed.
- Companions sit behind you.
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Seating available in the room includes: lecture chairs.
- Furniture available in the room includes: high tables and desks.
- All seating and desks are fixed.
- The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The height of the speaker's desk/table is 98cm.
- The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
- This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
- There is an infrared (IR) hearing support system which is clearly signed. This can be accessed through additional hardware available from IT.
- Contact IT services by calling 01202 965 515.