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Leeds Central Library
Calverley Street
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS1 3AB
Tel: 0113 2478270
Fax: 0113 2478270
Email: leedscentrallibrary@leedslearning.net
Web: http://www.leeds.gov.uk/libraries
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Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in Leeds.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Leeds.
Outside Access (Headrow, Accessible Entrance)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.
No Level Access (Headrow, Accessible Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located adjacent to the main entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 130cm (4ft 3in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 4 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are .
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the right going up.
The ramp is used to bypass the steps.
There is a standard lift from this entrance, once inside the building, to access the main library.
It is advisable to check if the lift is working as it was out of order at the time of visit.
Outside Access (Headrow - Main Entrance)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in) wide.
No Level Access (Headrow - Main Entrance)
There are steps to access this area/service.
There are 3 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are .
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the right going up.
There are a further 12 medium steps, once inside the main doors. Handrail both sides, unmarked steps.
Reception
The reception desk is 20m (22yd) 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.
Staff are trained to use the hearing system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
The lighting levels are bright.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-G-1-2-3.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
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 at the level access entrance.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G-1-2-3.
The lift is 5m (16ft 4in) from the accessible entrance.
The lift was out of order at the time of visit.
No access could be gained to obtain details and measurements.
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.
The adapted toilet is 10m (11yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located inside the accessible entrance.
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 sliding bolt.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 140cm x 180cm (4ft 7in x 5ft 10in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
The tap type is lever.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
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 are not mirrors in the adapted toilet.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 4in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 107cm (3ft 6in) high.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is not a toilet roll holder.
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.
Lighting levels are .
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
The adapted toilet is also used as the standard female toilet.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
Lighting levels are low.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located at the level access entrance.
The male toilets are 10m (11yd) from the accessible entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the standard toilet.
The adapted toilet is also used as the standard female toilet.
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.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Staff are trained to take TypeTalk calls.
