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Library

Department of Geography (Geography School), University of Cambridge, Downing Site, Downing Street, Cambridge, CB2 1QB

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  • The library is located on the first floor of the Department of Geography (Geography School).
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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 library.
  • There are double automatic doors which open towards you.
  • The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 80cm.
  • The width of the opening is 135cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 80cm.

Reception

  • The reception is located to the left from the library entrance.
  • The distance from library entrance is 1m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 111cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
  • The reception has windows.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • The flooring consists of deep pile carpet.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Library

  • There is step-free level access throughout the library.
  • Access throughout the library may include doors permanently held open.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • The flooring consists of deep pile carpet.
  • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Seating available in the library includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the library includes: coffee tables, long tables and desks.
  • Some tables are fixed.
  • The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 137cm to 140cm from the floor.