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Disabled Access Guide for St Albans Central Library
The Maltings
St. Albans
Hertfordshire
AL1 3JQ
Tel: 01438 737333
Textphone: 01438 737599
Email: hertsdirect@hertscc.gov.uk
Web: http://www.hertsdirect.org/libraries
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | 13:00 - 17:00 |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in St. Albans.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is St. Albans City.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
A car park is available in The Maltings Shopping Centre in which the library is located.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located in the Maltings Shopping Centre.
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 101cm (3ft 3in) wide.
Reception
The reception desk is 2m (6ft 6in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is medium height.
Lighting levels are bright.
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.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The system is a fixed loop.
Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are low.
Adapted Toilet (Maltings Shopping Centre)
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 4m (13ft 1in) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located next to the library entrance.
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 dimensions of the adapted toilet are 172cm x 196cm (5ft 7in x 6ft 5in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 93cm (3ft ).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
The tap type is push.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
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 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 48cm (1ft 6in).
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
There are baby changing facilities in the adapted toilet.
Standard Toilet (Maltings Shopping Centre)
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Female Toilets
The female toilets are located next to the library entrance.
The female toilets are 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Access to Standard Male Toilets
The male toilets are located next to the library entrance.
The male toilets are 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
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.
The library does have computers with accessible software.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents are available in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service cannot be requested.
