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M1

Appleton Tower, The University of Edinburgh, Central Area, Crichton Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9LE

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Access To

  • M1 is located on the first floor of Appleton Tower.
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  • The most accessible route has a lift, a slight ramp or slope, automatic doors and shiny flooring.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with a handrail on the right going up.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into M2.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a low visual contrast.

Teaching

  • This is a seminar room.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (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.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There are no designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • Some tables are fixed.
  • The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is not 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 television screen and a whiteboard.