Disabled Access Guide for Tooting Library

Services/facilities within the building include the Asian Community Library.

The venue is situated outside the centre of the borough.

This venue is situated in Tooting.

The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.

The nearest mainline Railway Station is Tooting.

There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.

The nearest underground station is Tooting Broadway.

This venue does not have its own car park.

There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).

The name of the car park is Sainsburys Pay And Display Car Park.

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.

This information is for the entrance located on Mitcham Road.

There is not level access to the service.

The bell is in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.

The main doors open away from you (push).

The doors are double width.

The doors are permanently held open.

The door opening is 155cm (5ft 1in) wide.

There is a second set of doors.

The doors open automatically.

The doors are double width.

The door opening is 115cm (3ft 9in) wide.

There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.

The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.

The ramp or slope is moderate.

The ramp or slope is permanent.

There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.

The reception desk is 20m (22yd) from the main entrance.

There is level access to reception from the entrance.

The reception desk is low.

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.

The reception desk is 28m (30yd) from the main entrance.

There is level access to reception from the entrance.

The reception desk is low.

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.

The reception desk is 28m (30yd) from the main entrance.

There is level access to reception from the entrance.

The reception desk is low.

Lighting levels are bright.

There is not a hearing assistance system.

There is level access to the service.

The lighting levels are bright.

Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.

Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue.

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.

Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.

A large text keyboard is not available for computer users.

A large rollerball mouse is available for computer users.

A height adjustable table is available for computer users.

Other computer auxiliary aids include Supernova.

The library provides an Ebooks service through the web site.

The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.

There are 15+ steps between floors.

The lighting level is bright.

The steps are clearly marked.

The steps are medium height.

The steps do have handrails.

The steps have a handrail on both sides.

There is a landing.

There is a lift for public use.

The lift is located to the right of the reception desk.

The lift is a standard lift.

The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.

The lift is 20m (22yd) from the main entrance.

Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.

The dimensions of the lift are 0.95m x 1.5m (3ft 1in x 4ft 11in).

The clear door width is 89cm.

There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.

There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.

The lift does have a visual floor indicator.

The lift does have an audible announcer.

The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.

The lighting level in the lift is bright.

The lift does not have Braille markings.

The lift does have tactile markings.

There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.

Location of and access to adapted toilets

Features and dimensions of adapted toilets

Position of fixtures in adapted toilets

Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets

Availability and Location of Standard Toilets

Standard toilets are available.

Access to Standard Male Toilets

The male toilets are located on the first floor.

The male toilets are 25m (27yd) from the main entrance.

Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.

This is by lift.

Lighting levels are bright.

Availability and Location of Standard Toilets

Standard toilets are available.

Access to Standard Unisex Toilets

The unisex toilet is located on the first floor, off the children's library.

The unisex toilets are 27m (29yd) from the main entrance.

Inside the venue, there is level access to the unisex toilet.

This is by lift.

Lighting levels are bright.

Baby Change Facilities

Baby change facilities are located within the standard toilet.

The baby change facilities are located within the children's toilet.

The height of the baby change table once extended is 94cm (3ft 1in).

Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.

This is by lift.

Staff do receive disability awareness training.

Documents can be requested in Braille.

Documents can be requested in large print.

Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.

A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.

This service can be requested.

Staff are not Text Relay aware.