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Disabled Access Guide for Sidcup Library
Hadlow Road
Sidcup
Kent
DA14 4AQ
Tel: 020 8303 7777
Fax: 020 8309 1351
Email: libraries@bexley.gov.uk
Web: http://www.bexley.gov.uk/libraries
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:30 - 17:30 |
| Tuesday | 10:30 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 - 19:00 |
| Thursday | 10:30 - 13:00 |
| Friday | 10:30 - 17:30 |
| Saturday | 10:30 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the area.
This venue is situated in Sidcup.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Sidcup.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking (Main Entrance)
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 available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 2m x 6m (6ft 6in x 19ft 8in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located at the front of the library.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.
There are additional security posts with a clearance of 96cm after the internal doors.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
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.
Reception
The reception desk is 14m (15yd) from the main 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.
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.
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.
There is an ordering service.
It takes approximately 2-3 days to process an order from within the borough.
It can take 2-3 weeks to process an order from outside of the borough.
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 8m (26ft 2in) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located to the right of the entrance.
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 82cm (2ft 8in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 164cm x 205cm (5ft 4in x 6ft 8in).
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 right.
The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 3in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is a mixer tap.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
It is not a push button style of alarm.
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 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 46cm (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 not a towel dispenser.
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 good.
Lighting levels are medium.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
The height of the baby change table once extended is 69cm (2ft 3in).
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are not available.
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.
There are home visits/services available.
