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Room 222 - Lecture Theatre 2

Boyd Orr Building, University of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8QQ

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Access To

  • Lecture Theatre 2 is located on Level 2 of the Boyd Orr Building, round to the right as you enter, near the University Avenue entrance steps.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy ramp or slope into Lecture Theatre 2.
  • There are double manual doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 152cm.
  • The doors have a medium visual contrast.
  • There are a second set of double manual doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • The second set of doors have a medium 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: the upper rows.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system could not be tested at the time of the survey.
  • Floor coverings are even with no trip hazards.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • 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 in the front row.
  • There is step-free level access to the designated space surveyed.
  • Companions sit next to you and behind you.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and lecture chairs.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • All desks and some seating are fixed.
  • The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
  • This room has a television screen, a projector screen and a whiteboard.