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Disabled Access Guide for Ibrox Library
1 Midlock Street
Ibrox
Glasgow
G51 1SL
Tel: 0141 2760712
Fax: 0141 2760713
Email: ibrox.lil@glasgowlife.org.uk
Web: http://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/libraries
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 12:00 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Glasgow.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Cardonald.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest underground station is Ibrox.
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 2.2m x 5.5m (7ft 2in x 18ft ).
On street Blue Badge parking is located opposite the library on Midlock Street.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on Midlock Street.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 112cm (3ft 8in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 103cm (3ft 4in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading from the pavement to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
Reception
The reception desk is 7m (22ft 11in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a portable loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
The photographs show the library and the meeting room respectively.
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 2-7 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 available for computer users.
A large rollerball mouse is available for computer users.
A height adjustable table is not available for computer users.
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.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located on the right as you enter.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
The lift is 5m (16ft 4in) from the accessible entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.12m x 1.4m (3ft 8in x 4ft 7in).
The clear door width is 80cm.
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 controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
The lighting level in the lift is medium.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does not 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 tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 16m (17yd) from the main entrance.
The accessible toilet is located on the right as you face reception.
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 not a radar key.
The key can be obtained from reception.
The door opens outwards.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 76cm (2ft 5in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 214cm x 186cm (7ft x 6ft 1in).
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 left.
The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
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 not a mixer tap.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
No emergency alarm is fitted in the cubicle.
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 the right.
There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
There are mirrors in the accessible 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 49cm (1ft 7in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser cannot 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 83cm (2ft 8in) high.
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 good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is fair.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
This toilet door has a key lock.
Baby change facilities are located within the standard toilet.
The baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 86cm (2ft 9in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female and Male Toilets
The female and male toilets are located on the first floor.
The female and male toilets are 3m (9ft 10in) from the lift.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Additional Information
Staff do not receive disability awareness / equality training.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
