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H.R.B Lecture Theatre

Hugh Robson Building, The University of Edinburgh, Central Area, 15 George Square, Edinburgh, EX8 9XD

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Access To

  • The H.R.B Lecture Theatre is located on the ground floor of the Hugh Robson Building.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to enter H.R.B Lecture Theatre.
  • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 105cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.

Teaching

  • This is a lecture theatre.
  • There is not step-free level access within the room.
  • The following areas have stepped access: the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • 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 is tiered seating with no handrails at the steps.
  • There are no designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • There is not space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: lecture chairs.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: height adjustable tables.
  • The chairs and tables are fixed.
  • The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The height of the speaker's desk/table is 90cm.
  • The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is a height adjustable table at the front of the lecture theatre.