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G.34

Humanities Bridgeford Street, The University of Manchester, Bridgeford Street, Manchester, M13 9PL

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Access To

  • G.34 is located on the Ground Floor, straight ahead after passing the lift.
  • View information on Humanities Bridgeford Street (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has a stair lift, a slight ramp or slope and shiny flooring.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • There are 3 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 15cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access via lift to enter G.34.
  • There are 3 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There are double manual doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 142cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.

Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located ahead of rooms G.34 and G.35
  • This lift is a stair lift.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 40m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has a slight ramp or slope.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 83cm (width) x 125cm (depth).
  • The lift is slow moving and the button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.

Teaching

  • This is a seminar 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 even with no trip hazards.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • 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.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The height of the lectern is 89cm.
  • The lectern is not height adjustable.
  • This room has a television screen and a whiteboard.