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Foster Building Lecture Theatres 2, 3, 4

University of Lancashire, Fylde Road, Preston, PR1 2HE

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Overview

  • About View
    • Lecture Theatres 2, 3 and 4 are located on the lower ground level of the Foster Building.
    • These can only be accessed using the Medical and Wellbeing Centres and Lecture Theatres entrance into the building.
    • The main entrance into the Foster Building does not provide access to the part of the building that the lecture theatres are accessed from.
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Medical and Wellbeing Centres and Lecture Theatres Entrance

  • This entrance is located to the front right of the Foster Building.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 115cm.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 108cm.
  • Members of the public visiting the Medical Centre must use the Medical Centre intercom to gain access.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 179cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a key card reader to exit. The height of the reader is 120cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.
  • There is an additional entrance to the lecture theatres at the rear of the building that provides ramped or stepped access to the rear of the lecture theatres only, as shown in the photographs.

Foster Lift 2

  • The lift surveyed is located ahead from the Medical and Wellbeing Centres and Lecture Theatres entrance in the Foster Building.
  • The distance from the Medical and Wellbeing Centres and Lecture Theatres entrance is 4m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The levels lower ground, ground and mezzanine are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high visual contrast.
  • The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 630kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 80cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 109cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located on the ground level, beyond the Medical and Wellbeing Centres and Lecture Theatres entrance.
  • The levels lower ground, ground and mezzanine can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 20+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have 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 height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 13cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Access To (Lecture Theatre 2)

  • Lecture Theatre 2 is located on the lower ground level of the Foster Building in the right hand side of the building.
  • There is an external ramped or stepped entrance to the rear of the Foster Building, this gives access to the rear of lecture theatres and the rear designated spaces.
  • There is also a platform lift with gives access to the lower ground level.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and manual doors.
  • There is Braille, tactile and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into Lecture Theatre 2.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.

Lecture Theatre 2

  • This is a lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the front and back rows only.
  • The following areas have stepped access: all tiered rows of seating.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • 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 is tiered seating with no handrails at the steps.
  • There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • The designated spaces for wheelchair users are located to the front and rear of the lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the designated space surveyed.
  • Companions sit next to you, behind you and in front of you.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • Some seating and desks are fixed.
  • The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.

Access To (Lecture Theatre 3)

  • Lecture Theatre 3 is located on the lower ground level of the Foster Building in the tight hand side of the building.
  • There is an external ramped or stepped entrance to the rear of the Foster Building, this gives access to the rear of lecture theatres and the rear designated spaces.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and manual doors.
  • There is Braille, tactile and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into Lecture Theatre 3.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.

Lecture Theatre 3

  • This is a lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the front and back rows only.
  • The following areas have stepped access: all tiered rows of seating.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • 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 is tiered seating with no handrails at the steps.
  • There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • The designated spaces for wheelchair users are located to the front and the rear of the lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the designated space surveyed.
  • Companions sit next to you, behind you and in front of you.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • Some seating and desks are fixed.
  • The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.

Access To (Lecture Theatre 4)

  • Lecture Theatre 4 is located on the lower ground level of the Foster Building in the right hand side of the building.
  • There is an external ramped or stepped entrance to the rear of the Foster Building, this gives access to the rear of lecture theatres and the rear designated spaces.
  • There is also a platform lift with gives access to the lower ground floor.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and manual doors.
  • There is Braille, tactile and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into Lecture Theatre 4.
  • There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second single manual door which opens away from you.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked door can be opened on request .
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 90cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.

Lecture Theatre 4

  • This is a lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the front and back rows only.
  • The following areas have stepped access: all tiered rows of seating.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • 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 is tiered seating with no handrails at the steps.
  • There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
  • The designated spaces for wheelchair users are located to the rear and front of the lecture theatre.
  • There is step-free level access to the designated space surveyed.
  • Companions sit next to you, behind you and in front of you.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables and desks.
  • Some chairs and tables are fixed.
  • The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The speaker's desk/table is height adjustable.
  • This room has a projector screen and a whiteboard.

Platform Lift

  • The lift surveyed is located to the rear, on the right of the foyer for lecture theatres 2, 3 and 4.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • The distance from the Foster Lift 2 is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • The lower ground and ground levels are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 92cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 140cm (width) x 109cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Lower Ground Level - Right Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on the lower ground level in the lecture theatre end of the building.
    • The distance from the Foster Lift 2 is 11m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 158cm (width) x 220cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 91cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 79cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 70cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 86cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 96cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer which requires hands to be inserted into the top.
    • The hand dryer has a low visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 92cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There is a similar toilet with adaptations next to this toilet, with a left hand transfer.