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1.B10

Forrest Hill, The University of Edinburgh, Central Area, Edinburgh, EH1 2QL

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Access To

  • 1.B10 is located off the first floor landing of Forrest Hill, down to the left from the lift then round to the right.
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  • The most accessible route has a lift, steps, manual doors and automatic doors.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is stepped access into 1.B10.
  • There are 3 steps with no handrails.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a medium visual contrast.

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.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • Floor coverings are even with no trip hazards.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • There are no designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The height of the speaker's desk/table is 95cm.
  • The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
  • This room has a television screen and a whiteboard.