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Torrington Place 1-19, Lecture Theatre B17 is located on the basement floor of 1-19 Torrington Place.
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The most accessible route has a lift and manual doors.
There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
There is step-free level access to access Torrington Place 1-19, Lecture Theatre B17.
There is a single manual door which opens towards you.
The door has a locked extension leaf.
The locked door can be opened on request .
The width of the opening is 86cm.
The door has a high visual contrast.
There is a second single manual door which opens towards you.
The door has a locked extension leaf.
The locked door can be opened on request .
The width of the opening is 86cm.
The second door has a high visual contrast.

This is a lecture theatre.
There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: the whole room via a very slight slope.
There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
There is a portable hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
Floor coverings are even with no trip hazards.
The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Lighting levels are adjustable.
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.
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: tables and desks.
Some seating and desks 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 projector screen and a whiteboard.