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Lecture Theatre B

Coupland 3, The University of Manchester, Coupland Street, Manchester, M15 6FH

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Access To

  • Lecture Theatre B is located on the first floor of Coupland Building 3.
  • View information on Coupland Building 3 (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has slight ramps or slopes and steps.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There are 11 steps with a handrail on the left going up.
  • The handrail is easy to grip.
  • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrail does not 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 signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access to enter Lecture Theatre B.
  • There is a single automatic door which opens towards you.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the opening is 88cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 135cm.

Teaching

  • This is a lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the back row only.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested, however it was not working at the time of the survey.
  • Floor coverings are even with no trip hazards.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • There is tiered seating with a handrail on the left going up the steps.
  • There are no designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • 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 88cm.
  • The speaker's desk/table is not height adjustable.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is also a handrail on the right going up on the steps on the right of the lecture theatre.