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Disabled Access Guide for Plymstock Library
Horn Cross Road
Plymstock
Plymouth
Devon
PL9 9BU
Tel: 01752 306606
Email: plymstock.library@plymouth.gov.uk
Web: http://www.plymouth.gov.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 17:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Plymouth.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is free for all users.
The car park is at the back of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There are 3 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.4m x 3.6m (11ft 1in x 11ft 9in).
The nearest designated bay is 10m (11yd) from the car park entrance.
The furthest designated bay is 20m (22yd) from the car park entrance.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 95cm (3ft 1in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 114cm (3ft 8in) wide.
Outside Access (Car Park Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the building.
There is level access to the service.
The bell is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 10m (11yd) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk does not have a lowered section.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.
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 not available for computer users.
Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes a magnifier.
Restaurant / Bar (Cafe Library)
The following information is for the cafe.
Once inside, there is level access to the service.
Food or drinks are ordered from the service counter.
Food or drinks can be brought to the table.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
The nearest table is 9m (29ft 6in) from the main entrance.
The distance between the floor and the lowest dining table is 69cm (2ft 3in) cm.
The distance between the floor and the highest dining table is 69cm (2ft 3in) cm.
Menus are wall only.
Menus are clearly written.
Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
The type of food served here is main meals and snacks.
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.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 5m (16ft 4in) from the car park entrance.
The adapted toilet is located at the rear of the library.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
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 width of the adapted toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
The door is light.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 145cm x 215cm (4ft 9in x 7ft ).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted 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 87cm (2ft 10in).
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 a mixer tap.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
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 is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
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 47cm (1ft 6in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted 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 good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
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 at the rear of the building.
The female and male toilets are 4m (13ft 1in) from the car park entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located next to the toilets.
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.
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 Text Relay aware.
Plastic cups are not available.
Plastic cutlery is not available.
Drinking straws are available on request.
