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Student Support Hub and Library - Humanities Bridgeford Street

Bridgeford Street, Manchester, M13 9PL

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  • The Student Support Hub and Library is located at the opposite side to the building entrance on the ground floor.
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  • The most accessible route has a slight ramp or slope and shiny flooring.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • There are 3 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 15cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the Student Support Hub and Library.
  • There are double automatic doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 170cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 100cm.

Counter (Student Support Hub)

  • The counter is located straight ahead after entering.
  • The distance from the Student Support Hub and Library entrance is 2m.
  • There is step-free level access to the counter.
  • The height of the counter is 93cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • The counter has windows which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.

Library

  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: Once you have gone down the ramp from the Student Support Hub counter there is step-free level access throughout the Library.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Seating available in the library includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs and benches.
  • Furniture available in the library includes: tables, coffee tables, desks and booths.
  • Some chairs and tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: large text.
  • When made accessible the height of the touchscreen display ranges from 100cm to 122cm from the floor.
  • Opening Times: 09:00 - 17:00.
  • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: large print and audio.