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Disability Advisory and Support Service - University Place

The University of Manchester, Oxford Road , Manchester, M13 9PL

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  • Disability Advisory and Support Services are located on the Second Floor in Block 2.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and a lift.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the area.
  • The width of the opening is 170cm.

Reception

  • The reception is located at the end of the Second Floor corridor in Block 2.
  • The distance from the lifts is 10m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 110cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 80cm.
  • The reception has glazed screens and patterned/distracting backgrounds.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and benches.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: height adjustable desks and desks.