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Reception - Resource Centre and Language Learning Centre

Arts A, University of Sussex, Brighton, BN1 9SH

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  • The Resource Centre and Language Learning Centre reception is located on level 1 of Arts A.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the reception.
  • There are double manual doors which are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 144cm.
  • The doors have a medium visual contrast.
  • There are a second set of double automatic doors which open towards you.
  • The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 92cm.
  • The width of the opening is 144cm.
  • The second set of doors have a medium visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 92cm.

Reception

  • The reception is located ahead from the Resource Centre and Language Learning Centre entrance.
  • The distance from the Resource Centre and Language Learning Centre entrance is 12m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 116cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.