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Disabled Access Guide for Battersea Library
265 Lavender Hill
Battersea
London
SW11 1JB
Tel: 020 8871 7466
Fax: 020 7978 4376
Email: libraries@wandsworth.gov.uk
Web: http://www.wandsworth.gov.uk/libraries
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00 - 17:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Wandsworth.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 2m x 5.85m (6ft 6in x 19ft 2in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located on Altenburg Gardens next to the venue.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are available.
The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 2m x 4.6m (6ft 6in x 15ft 1in).
Standard marked parking bays are located on Altenburg Gardens next to 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.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open both ways.
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 166cm (5ft 5in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open both ways.
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 166cm (5ft 5in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located leading up to the entrance.
There are 10 steps to the area/service.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on Lavender Walk at the side of the library.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in) wide.
Level Change (Accessible Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading up to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).
Reception
The reception desk is 35m (38yd) from the accessible entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk does not have a lowered section.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers can charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
To get to the African Caribbean Community Library from the accessible entrance you must pass through one door inside the building.
The door width is 78 cm.
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does not house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does not house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
There is not an ordering service.
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.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 33m (36yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the corridor next to Battersea Library.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 110cm x 200cm (3ft 7in x 6ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 74cm (2ft 5in).
There is no dropdown rail.
There is not 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 tied up and 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 adapted 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 adapted toilet.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
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 135cm (4ft 5in) 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 placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 103cm (3ft 4in) high.
There is a sink.
The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
The adapted toilet also serves as a standard unisex toilet.
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 100cm (3ft 3in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are not available.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents are not available in Braille.
Documents are not available in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
