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CG141 - The Musgrove Room - Staff and Post Graduate Rest Area

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

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  • CG141 - The Musgrove Room - Staff and Post Graduate Rest Area is located on the first floor of the Chemistry Building, turn right at the main entrance, turn left through a set of double manual doors and CG141 - The Musgrove Room - Staff and Post Graduate Rest Area is on the right.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into CG141 - The Musgrove Room - Staff and Post Graduate Rest Area.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Teaching

  • This is a breakout space.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • 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.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests, sofas and high stools.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables, coffee tables and high tables.
  • 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.
  • There is a kitchenette located in an alcove off the main room area.

Kitchen/Dining

  • The kitchen/dining area is located within CG141 - The Musgrove Room - Staff and Post Graduate Rest Area.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen/dining area.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 144cm.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 91cm from the floor.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The sink is 91cm from the floor.
  • The sink has a twist turn mixer tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.