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Lecture Theatre A

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

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Access To

  • Lecture Theatre A is located on the ground floor of the Simon Building.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into Lecture Theatre A.
  • There are double automatic doors which open towards you.
  • The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 73cm.
  • The width of the opening is 166cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 100cm.
  • The doors described enter at the back of the Lecture Theatre.

Teaching

  • This is a lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the front and back rows only.
  • 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 is tiered seating with no handrails at the steps.
  • There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • The designated spaces for wheelchair users are located at the back of the lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the designated space surveyed.
  • Companions sit next to you.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: lecture chairs.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • The chairs and tables are fixed.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.