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Arts and Social Sciences Library - Accessible Study Room

Arts and Social Sciences Library, University of Bristol, Tyndall Avenue, City of Bristol, BS8 1TJ

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  • The Accessible Study Room is located on the ground floor of the Arts and Social Sciences Library, to the rear right after the Enquiries desk.
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  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is written text signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single automatic door which opens away from you.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
  • The width of the opening is 78cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 95cm.
  • The card reader to enter the room has a height of 95cm.

Room

  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: height adjustable tables.
  • The tables are fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.