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1.12 uCreate Maker Space

Main Library, George Square, The University of Edinburgh, Central Campus, 30 George Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9LJ

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Access To

  • 1.12 uCreate Maker Space is located on the first floor of the Main Library, next to the Wellbeing Collection.
  • View information on Main Library, George Square (opens new tab).
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into 1.12 uCreate Maker Space.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 128cm.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 119cm.

Teaching

  • This is a teaching room.
  • 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 not even and could potentially cause a trip hazard.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
  • There are no designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: riser recliner chairs and high stools.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables, high tables, desks and height adjustable desks.
  • Some seating and desks 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.
  • Trailing cables from equipment, cable hatches in the flooring and items stored at floor level could present as trip hazards.