Contact Details
- Address
- Sidgwick Avenue,
Cambridge, CB3 9DT - Tel.
- 01223 335 360
- Fax
- 01223 335 356
- Website
- http://www.crim.cam.ac.uk/
Access Issues
- Contact
- Ms Caroline Edwards
- Tel.
- 01223 335 370
- Fax
- 01223 335 356
- cce23@cam.ac.uk
Location, Services and Transport
Sidgwick Site. See separate entry for Sidgwick Site.
General Information
New building, opened May 2005, with good access facilities. Security swipe card system throughout building. Visitors with disability requirements are encouraged to contact the Institute prior to the visit so that where relevant, assistance can be provided. The Library can be contacted on 01223 335372 and Reception on 01223 335360.
Smoking
No smoking anywhere in the building.
Medical facilities
First aiders in building.
Emergency procedures
One motorised evacuation chair.
Physical Access
Entrances
Level access at main entrance, through two sets of automatic doors.
Number of floors
Five floors in total, including basement.
Lifts and stairs
Lift to all floors, requiring security proximity card. Stairs all have handrails.
Lecture theatres
Lectures all take place in building. Lecture theatre in basement, accessed by lift, with level seating and moveable furniture.
Seminar/teaching rooms
Seminar and teaching rooms in basement, accessed by lift, with level seating and moveable furniture.
Library
Over two floors. Level access to ground floor. A powered door has been installed. Carpeted and spacious, with low counter. Upper level accessed via internal stairs or external lift. Regular users can arrange an access card to enter upper floor. Workspaces can be reserved.
Computer facilities
Computer room in basement, accessed by lift. Some computers in library.
Toilets
Disabled toilet on each floor.
Common rooms
Common room in basement, accessed by lift. Round tables and moveable chairs.
Visual Impairments
Assistance dogs
Assistance dogs welcome.
Computer facilities
Currently no special hardware or software for visually impaired users.
Large print, Braille and audio
Large print information on prior request. Coloured paper available for photocopying.
Library and magnification equipment
Workspaces can be reserved where this is more light. Extra lights on some individual desks. Magnifying sheets available. Photocopier available.
Signs and wayfinding
Good signs and clear directions.
Hearing Impairments
Induction loops
No induction loops.
Other
- Library is softly furnished with carpets and sofas, and very quiet.
Specific Learning Difficulties and Mental Health Issues
Coloured paper available for photocopying. Individual help can be given.
Planned Access Improvements
None at present.
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