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CB-LG001 - Computer Room

Confluence Building, Durham University, Lower Mountjoy, South Road, Durham, DH1 3LE

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  • CB-LG001 - Computer Room is located on the lower ground floor of the Confluence Building.
    The lift in the Confluence Building does not go to the lower ground floor, so internal access into this room from within the Confluence Building is via steps.
    There is also an accessible sloped access route into this room via an external entrance door and a slight slope leading from the Chemistry Courtyard.
    There is also a further steep slope on the approach into the Chemistry Courtyard. This accessible route is signed.
  • View information on Confluence Building (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has a very easy ramp or slope, a steep ramp or slope and manual doors.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via slope into CB-LG001 - Computer Room.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is a single automatic door which opens towards you.
  • The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 110cm.
  • The width of the opening is 95cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 120cm.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 120cm.

Teaching

  • This is a computer room.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
  • The hearing assistance system could not be tested at the time of the survey.
  • 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 are no designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables and height adjustable tables.
  • The tables are fixed.
  • Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • This room has a television screen and a whiteboard.