Access Guide
Location of Room(s)
- LH0 Owl's Nest is located to the rear of the Learning Hub, just in front of the Student Information Desk.
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Lift (Owl's Nest)
- There is a lift for public use.
- The lift is located near the Student Information Desk.
- The lift is a platform lift.
- Wall mounted information boards are not provided at lift landings.
- The platform lift accesses a small level change.
- The weight limit for the lift is 300kg.
- The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the 24 Hour Entrance.
- Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
- The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
- The dimensions of the lift are 90cm x 145cm (2ft 11in x 4ft 9in).
- There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
- The lift does not have an audible announcer.
- The lift does not have a hearing enhancement system.
- The lift does not have Braille markings.
- The lift does have tactile markings.
- The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
- The lighting level in the lift is good.
Owl's Nest
- The Owl's Nest is not clearly signposted.
- The Owl's Nest is accessed off the Learning Hub atrium which has a width of over 150cm.
- There is step free access into the Owl's Nest via platform lift.
- There is no door to access the area.
- The furniture is not fixed.
- There is no hearing loop in the Owl's Nest.
- There is no flashing alarm in the area.
- The height of the tables is 70cm.
- The layout of furniture is varied depending on function.
- They can easily be moved to provide a turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- There are potential trip hazards in the Owl's Nest.
- The Owl's Nest is used for various functions including teaching, student support and as a breakout space.