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Disabled Access Guide for Maryhill Library and Learning Centre
1508 Maryhill Road
Glasgow
G20 9AD
Tel: 0141 276 0715
Fax: 0141 276 0716
Email: libraries@glasgowlife.org.uk
Web: http://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/libraries
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 13:00 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 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 Gilshochill.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 2.4m x 5.1m (7ft 10in x 16ft 8in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located in Lochburn Road.
There are two Blue Badge bays.
The photograph shows the Blue Badge parking in Lochburn Road.
Outside Access (Maryhill Road)
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 120cm (3ft 11in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in) wide.
Level Change (Maryhill Road)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located on the right as you face the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 110cm (3ft 7in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located on the left as you face the entrance.
There are 5 steps to the area/service.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on the right going up.
The moderate ramp overcomes the steps.
The ramp has handrails on both sides.
Reception
The reception desk is 11m (12yd) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
Lighting levels are bright.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
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 2-21 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.
A delivery service is available for customers unable to attend Maryhill Library.
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.
The accessible toilet is 23m (25yd) from the accessible entrance.
The accessible toilet is located opposite the counter.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 130cm x 190cm (4ft 3in x 6ft 2in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 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 accessible 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 accessible toilet.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is not a toilet roll holder.
There is a sink.
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 walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
The adapted toilet is currently out of use until further notice.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are not available.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
