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Disabled Access Guide for John Barnes Library

Opening Times

DayOpening Times
MondayClosed
Tuesday09:30 - 20:00
Wednesday09:30 - 17:00
Thursday09:30 - 20:00
FridayClosed
Saturday09:30 - 17:00
SundayClosed

Location

The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.

The venue is on a road with a steep gradient.

The nearest mainline Railway Station is Upper Holloway.

Parking

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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 (Main Entrance)

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There is not level access to the service.

The main doors open automatically.

The doors are single width.

The door opening is 94cm (3ft 1in) wide.

There is a second set of doors.

The doors open automatically.

The doors are single width.

The door opening is 94cm (3ft 1in) wide.

Both automatic doors open towards you.

Level Change (Main Entrance)

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There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.

The ramp or slope is located from the footpath to the entrance.

The ramp or slope is moderate.

The ramp or slope is permanent.

The width of the ramp or slope is 155cm (5ft 1in).

There are steps to access this area/service.

There are 11 steps to the area/service.

The steps are clearly marked.

The steps are deep.

The steps do have handrails.

The handrails are on both sides.

The ramp has handrails on both sides.

Reception

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The reception desk is 10m (11yd) from the front entrance.

There is level access to reception from the entrance.

The reception desk is low.

Lighting levels are bright.

There is a hearing assistance system.

The hearing system is a fixed loop.

Inside Access

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There is level access to the service.

Library

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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.

Adapted Toilet

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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.

The adapted toilet is 20m (22yd) from the accessible entrance.

The adapted toilet is located off the main hall.

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 door is locked by a twist lock.

The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 150cm x 225cm (4ft 11in x 7ft 4in).

There is a lateral transfer space.

As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.

The lateral transfer space is 83cm (2ft 8in).

The tap type is lever.

There is a functional emergency alarm available.

Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.

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 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 41cm (1ft 4in).

There is a hand dryer.

The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.

There is a towel dispenser.

The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.

The towel dispenser is 112cm (3ft 8in) high.

There is a toilet roll holder.

The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.

There is a sink.

The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.

Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets

The contrast between the walls and floor is good.

Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.

There is moderate ramped access to the hall from the Library.

Staff can provide assistance if required.

Additional Information

Staff do receive disability awareness training.

Documents can be requested in Braille.

Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.

A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.

This service can be requested.

There is a soft play area for children.