Access Guide
Access To
- The breakout space is located on level 5 of the Sherfield Building, towards the east side of the building in the Student Support Service area.
- The most accessible route to the breakout space is via the level 2 Sherfield Walkway east entrance, taking the east lift to level 5, and then the Student Support Service area is on the left.
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- The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and automatic doors.
- There is no signage on or near the entrance.
- There is step-free level access into the breakout space.
- There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
- The width of the opening is 86cm.
- The door has a low visual contrast.
Breakout Space
- Facilities available in this area include: a kitchenette with a fridge, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a sink.
- There is a work surface 91cm from the floor.
- There is step-free level access throughout the area.
- Access throughout the area may include narrow walkways.
- Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
- The flooring is patterned.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
- Furniture available in this area includes: tables and high tables.
- Some tables are fixed.
- The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.