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Disabled Access Guide for Colchester Library
21 Trinity Square
Colchester
Essex
C01 1JB
Tel: 0845 603 7628
Fax: 01206 245901
Textphone: 0845 7585592
Email: Colchester.Library@essex.gov.uk
Web: http://www.essex.gov.uk/libraries
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Introduction
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Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Colchester.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The venue is in a pedestrian area.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Colchester .
There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
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 not available.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Trinty Sqaure - Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 164cm (5ft 4in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 120cm (3ft 11in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
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.
Customers can charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
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 7 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 not available for computer users.
A large rollerball mouse is available for computer users.
A height adjustable table is not available for computer users.
Other computer auxiliary aids include height adjustable chairs.
Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes Jaws.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
Escalators can be used to access other floors.
The floors which are accessible by escalator are G-1.
The escalator steps are clearly marked.
The head and foot of the escalators are clearly marked.
The lighting level is bright.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located in front of the reception desk.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 12m (13yd) from the main entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.06m x 1.39m (3ft 5in x 4ft 6in).
The clear door width is 78cm.
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 have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does have an audible announcer.
The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
The lighting level in the lift is medium.
The lift does have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
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 10m (11yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter the venue.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is required for the accessible toilet.
The key is a radar key.
The key can be obtained from the reception desk.
The door opens inwards.
The door is locked by a locking handle.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 260cm x 270cm (8ft 6in x 8ft 10in).
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 190cm (6ft 2in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
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 out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
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 46cm (1ft 6in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
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 fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Unisex Toilets
The unisex toilet is located next to the adapted toilet.
The unisex toilets are 11m (12yd) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the unisex toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located next to 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.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents are available in large print.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service cannot be requested.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
There is a soft play area for children.
Audio version of library welcome guide available on request.
