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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a library, community spaces and conference rooms.
• Related link Deptford Library Website.
• Https://lewisham.gov.uk/myservices/libraries/branches/the-library-at-deptford-lounge
• Related link Deptford Library.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/london-borough-of-lewisham/access-guides/deptford-library

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• Comments View
  • Deptford Lounge is part of a complex in the centre of Deptford shared with Tidemill Academy.
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  • The community venue hosts a range of cultural, leisure and community services, some of which are shared with the school and are available to the public outside of school hours.

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Location

• The venue is situated within the centre of the area.
• This venue is situated in Deptford.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Deptford.
• The nearest underground station is Deptford Bridge DLR.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 385cm x 581cm (12ft 8in x 19ft 1in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located on Frankham Street.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 251cm x 581cm (8ft 3in x 19ft 1in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Frankham Street.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • Parking on Frankham Street is free at all times for Blue Badge holders, but chargeable for other users between 09:00 and 16:00 Monday to Friday, and 09:00 and 13:30 on Saturdays. Payment is by phone only - see signage for details.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue, on Giffin Square.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
• The door(s) is / are single.
• The width of the door opening is 101cm (3ft 4in).

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• Comments View
  • There are security barriers immediately after you enter the building through this entrance with a width of 97cm.
    
  • There is a manual revolving door to the left of the automatic door with an opening width of 142cm. There are security barriers immediately after the revolving door with an opening width of 106cm.

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Reception (Main Reception)

• The desk/counter is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the Main Entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are good.

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• Comments View
  • There is shiny flooring which may be perceived as slippery throughout the building.

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Reception (Library Reception)

• The desk/counter is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is a touch screen.
• The touch screen is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

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• Comments View
  • There are three self-service touchscreens straight ahead as you enter from the main entrance. The screen has a maximum height of 136cm, but it can be lowered using the "Accessibility" button at a height of 108cm. If you need to make a payment, the chip and pin reader keypad is 132cm high, and the contactless card reader is 107cm high.

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Library

• This library does not have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard and large rollerball mouse is / are available.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes magnifying sheets.

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• Comments View
  • There are several standard desks and desks with computers for public use at a height of 72cm.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located on the ground floor, next to the standard toilets.
  • The facility is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is level access into the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from staff at reception.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the door is 103cm (3ft 5in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 240cm x 430cm (7ft 10in x 14ft 1in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet is peninsular.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 300cm (9ft 10in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are not available for the toilet.
  • Dropdown rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The type of wash basin is fixed.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is not available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
• Comments View
  • The changing bench is height adjustable by electric motor.
    
  • There is also a shower head which sprays onto the changing bench.
    
  • The shower head is not adjustable.

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Parent and Baby Room

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located on the ground floor, past the desk and to the left as you enter from the main entrance.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 8m from the main entrance.
• There is step-free access to the parent and baby room.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table once extended is 82cm (2ft 8in).
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 102cm.
• The wash basin tap type is push.
• There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Accessible Toilet (Children's Toilet - Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 34m (37yd 7in) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located straight ahead and on the left hand side of the library as you enter the building.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared 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 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 165cm x 226cm (5ft 5in x 7ft 5in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 122cm (4ft).
  • 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 an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 102cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not 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 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 101cm (3ft 4in).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 82cm (2ft 8in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located on the ground floor, past the desk and to the left as you enter from the main entrance.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 82cm (2ft 8in).
• Comments View
  • This facility is for parents and children only.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, past the desk and to the left as you enter from the main entrance.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located on the ground floor, past the desk and to the left as you enter from the main entrance.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
• Comments View
  • There are additional standard toilets at both ends of each of the upper floors.

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Other Floors (East Stairs)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2-3.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
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  • These stairs are at the east end of the building, off the lobby at the far end of the library space.

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Lift (East Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the lobby at the far end of the library.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2-3.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• The lift is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is 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 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • The lift, along with the stairs and all the upper floors, is in an area which requires an access pass.
    
  • The pass is available from staff to those hiring space or attending meetings on the upper floors.

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Meeting Rooms

• There are multiple meeting rooms on the first floor. They are accessed by key card reader at a height of 100cm. Doors are single, manual, open away from you (push) and have an opening width of at least 75cm.

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Accessible Toilet (First Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located off the stair lobby at the east end (rear) of the building.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 92cm (3ft).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 190cm x 210cm (6ft 3in x 6ft 11in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are not 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 7in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• This service can be requested.