Access Guide
Access To
- Samuel Alexander Lecture Theatre is located on the lower ground floor of the Samuel Alexander building.
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- The most accessible route has steps.
- There are 14 steps with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails do not cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm .
- The height of the highest step is 13cm.
- The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is no signage on or near the entrance.
- There is step-free level access into the Samuel Alexander Lecture Theatre.
- There are double manual doors which open towards you.
- The width of the opening is 130cm.
- The doors have 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 stepped access: Throughout the staggered seating.
- 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 is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- Seating available in the room includes: lecture chairs.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
- The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
- This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.