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Disabled Access Guide for Possilpark Library and Learning Centre
127 Allander Street
Glasgow
G22 5JJ
Tel: 0141 2760928
Fax: 0141 2760929
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 Ashfield.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest underground station is Cowcaddens.
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 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)
This information is for the entrance located on Allander Stree.
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 138cm (4ft 6in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 138cm (4ft 6in) wide.
Level Change (Allander Street Entrance)
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 easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
The width of the ramp or slope is 96cm (3ft 1in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located on the left as you face the entrance.
There are 3 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
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 overcomes the steps.
The ramp has handrails on both sides.
Reception
The reception desk is 5m (16ft 4in) from the Allander Street 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 medium.
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.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
The scooter can be used in all areas of the library.
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 3-7 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.
Accessible Toilet
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 15m (16yd) from the Allander Street entrance.
The accessible toilet is located to the right of the reception as you enter.
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 a member of staff on reception.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 83cm (2ft 8in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 132cm x 188cm (4ft 3in x 6ft 2in).
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 75cm (2ft 5in).
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 out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
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 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.
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The hand dryer is placed higher than 100cm.
The hand dryer is 101cm (3ft 3in) high.
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 not placed higher than 74cm.
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 good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are medium.
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.
This service cannot be requested.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
