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Disabled Access Guide for Aldershot Library
109 High Street
Aldershot
Hampshire
GU11 1DQ
Tel: 0845 603 5631
Fax: 01252 321008
Textphone: 0845 603 5625
Email: aldershot.library@hants.gov.uk
Web: http://www.hants.gov.uk/library
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Introduction
Services/facilities within the building include a Learning Centre, 3 Training Rooms and the Military Library.
The library will have limited access from 10th June - 11th July 2013. In this time the platform lift will be out of service so access to the 1st floor will be limited.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:30 - 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:30 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Aldershot.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Aldershot.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
The name of the car park is The Galleries Car Park.
The car park is located on the High Street in front of the venue.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 2m x 4m (6ft 6in x 13ft 1in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located on the High Street in front of the venue.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are available.
Standard marked parking bays are located on the High Street in front of the venue.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue on the High Street.
There is level access to the service.
The intercom is in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 122cm (4ft ) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 159cm (5ft 2in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 2m (6ft 6in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
There are fixed hearing assistance systems in the two training rooms.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is medium.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located on the left along the library.
The lift is a platform lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 18m (20yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1m x 1.46m (3ft 3in x 4ft 9in).
The clear door width is 98cm.
There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does not have an audible announcer.
The lighting level in the lift is medium.
The lift does have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
There is an ordering service.
It takes approximately 1-14 days to process an order.
The library does have computers with accessible software.
Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
A large text keyboard is available for computer users.
A large rollerball mouse is available for computer users.
A height adjustable table is available for computer users.
Other computer auxiliary aids include Supernova.
Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes magnifying machine.
Accessible Toilet
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is located on the first floor.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 290cm (6ft 6in x 9ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 126cm (4ft 1in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in accessible toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
There are not mirrors in the accessible toilet.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 6in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 125cm (4ft 1in) high.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 75cm (2ft 5in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located within the adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 91cm (2ft 11in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
This is by lift.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Unisex Toilets
The unisex toilet is located on the first floor.
The unisex toilets are 28m (30yd) from the lift.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the unisex toilet.
This is by lift.
Lighting levels are bright.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
There are home visits/services available.
