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Lecture Theatre B

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

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Access To

  • Lecture Theatre B can be accessed through the first and second floor of the University Place Building.
  • The most accessible route has a lift and slight ramps or slopes.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is under 75cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp into Lecture Theatre B.
  • There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the opening is 74cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second single manual door which opens towards you.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the opening is 74cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.

Teaching

  • This is a lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the speaker’s area and front row only.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: The front and rear end of the lecture theatre are accessed via ramps.
  • 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 rear end of the Lecture Theatre.
  • There is sloped and stepped 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: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • The chairs and tables are fixed.
  • Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The height of the lectern is 90cm.
  • The lectern is not height adjustable.
  • The lectern cannot be adjusted to a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.