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Disabled Access Guide for Sale Library
Sale Waterside
Sale
Greater Manchester
M33 7ZF
Tel: 0161 9123008
Fax: 0161 9123019
Email: Sale.Library@trafford.gov.uk
Web: http://www.trafford.gov.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 19:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Sale.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Navigation Road.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest Metrolink station is Sale.
Parking
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 2m x 5m (6ft 6in x 16ft 4in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located in front of the Sale Waterside entrance.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are not available.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Sale Waterside)
This information is for the entrance located at the side of Sale Waterside.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The door opening is 110cm (3ft 7in) wide.
Level Change (Sale Waterside)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the main entrance.
The ramp or slope is easy.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Outside Access (Library Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located within Sale Waterside.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open (no doors).
The door opening is 300cm (9ft 10in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 4m (13ft 1in) from the library entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
The desk has a lowered section.
Lighting levels are medium.
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 medium.
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 1 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.
Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes screen readers.
There is an easy, permanent ramp at the rear of the library leading to additional seating.
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.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 5m (16ft 4in) from the Sale Waterside entrance.
The accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter from the Sale Waterside entrance.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
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 sliding bolt.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 190cm x 225cm (6ft 2in x 7ft 4in).
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 right.
The lateral transfer space is 120cm (3ft 11in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is 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 a coat hook.
The coat hook is not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
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.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (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 towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 120cm (3ft 11in) high.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm.
The toilet roll holder is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
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 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.
Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
The baby change facilities are located within the adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
Standard Toilet
Access to Standard Unisex Toilets
The unisex toilet is located to the left as you enter Sale Waterside entrance.
The unisex toilets are 5m (16ft 4in) from the Sale Warterside entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the unisex toilet.
Lighting levels are medium.
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 Text Relay aware.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
