Access Guide
Quiet Space(s) (Level 1 - Physics Square)
- Directional and locational signage for the room(s) is available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
- The corridor outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
- There is step free access into the room(s) from the corridor.
- The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
- The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
- This is not a self contained room.
- This is a shared space which must remain quiet at all times.
- This is a shared space without moveable screens or other ways to provide privacy.
- There are time restrictions on the use of the facility.
- 8 West is open from 8am - 10pm.
- There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
- There is a visual fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
- There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
- The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) ranges between 43cm and 73cm.
- A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
- There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
- There are no bean bags or floor cushions in the room.
- There is sufficient space for at least 2 people to sit comfortably in the room.
- The room does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
- The room has background noise which cannot be reduced.
- The room has some soft furnishings to help absorb sound.
- These include cushioned furniture.
- There are not plants in the room.
- There are not pictures and ornaments in the room.
- Lighting levels are moderate to good.
- There are not spotlights in the room.
- There are vision panels in the door which cannot be obscured.
- There are external windows in the room which do not have curtains or a blind.
- The décor in the room uses natural colours.
- There is an accessible toilet close to the facility (within approximately 50m).
- Assistance cannot be called for.