depends on your definition of reasonable gradient?
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Would a temporary ramp not be more appropriate as it could be used more
discretely if erected in advance; would be dependant on a reasonable
gradient
being able to be achieved.
The wait in a platform lift with associated noise, no matter how quiet, when
person is alighting the stage could be embarassing?
Dorothy
M.Edwards (15/04/2005 11:56):
>Dear all
>
>This situation has also arisen for degree ceremonies at the University of
>Wales, Bangor and it was also a problem to be addressed at the last
>university which I worked for. My conclusion is that the solution lies in a
>portable short rise lift which is reasonably quiet and operates at an
>acceptable speed. My thoughts are that a ramp would be inappropriate not
>least because of the considerable space take up to install one to an
>acceptable gradient. I am currently trying to source suitable lifts and I
>would welcome advice from anyone who has been down this road.
>
>Best wishes
>
>Mark Edwards
>
>University of Wales, Bangor
>
>> clare wrote:
>>
>> Hello all,
>>
>> Does anyone have any specific experience relating to access to the stages
>> of theatres for wheelchair users/others unable to use stairs? This
>> question ahs come about due to a recent youth award ceremony at which
>> winners who were wheelchair users had to be presented with their awards
>> in front of the stage rather than on the stage as their peers. I assume
>> that the same issues would apply for pantomimes and any other
>> performances with audience participation? Any comments would be
>> gratefully received.
>>
>> Regards
>>
>> Clare Armstrong
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