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D128 - Research Lab

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

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  • D128 - Research Lab is located on the ground floor, on the right side of the Dawson Building.
    From the main entrance, take the corridor on the right, turn left and D128 - Research Lab is on the right.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, manual doors and shiny flooring.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into D128 - Research Lab.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Teaching

  • This is a lab.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • Furniture cannot be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Floor coverings are even with no trip hazards.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There are no designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • There is not space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: long tables.
  • The tables are fixed.
  • The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.