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Overview

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• About View
  • Services available in the venue include:
  • a library with interview rooms on the ground floor
  • hireable meeting rooms and a multi-purpose kitchen on the first floor.
  • View information on opening times.
  • The first floor rooms are administered by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council Facilities Management department.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue shares a car park which has Blue Badge parking available.
  • There is a drop-off point.
  • The nearest train station is Barnsley.
  • The nearest bus station is Midland Road / Station Road bus station.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and automatic doors.
  • The ground floor and first floor can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: large print and audio.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located on the ground floor and first floor.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
  • The gender inclusive step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor and first floor.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located on the ground floor within the toilet with adaptations.

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Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off the B6132 Station Road.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are signposted and have markings which are faded.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 260cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to one side and the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • The nearest designated bay is 15m from the library entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • This car park is shared with Royston Library, The Grove, Royston Civic Hall, and Royston Leisure Centre.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located to the left of the library entrance.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.
  • The dropped kerb has a lip.

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Library Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the library.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 169cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.

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Getting Around

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout may include manual doors and automatic doors.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Reception

• The reception is located directly ahead as you enter the library.
• The distance from the library entrance is 8m.
• There is step-free level access to the reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 95cm.
• There is a lowered section at the desk.
• The height of the lowered section is 75cm.
• There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
• The hearing assistance system was tested, however it was not working at the time of the survey.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and sofas.
• Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.

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Library

• There is step-free level access throughout the library.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the library includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas, stools and high stools.
• Furniture available in the library includes: tables, coffee tables, high tables, long tables and desks.
• Some desks are fixed.
• Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
• The hearing assistance system was tested, however it was not working at the time of the survey.
• The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 97cm to 110cm from the floor.
• This library is able to provide material in the following formats: large print, ebook and audio.
• Accessible software available for the computers includes: Zoomtext.

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Interview Room 2

• The room is located to the left as you enter the library.
• The distance from the library entrance is 16m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single automatic door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 85cm.
• At the time of survey the automatic doors were not functioning.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
• The desks are fixed.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is a fixed hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
• The hearing assistance system was tested, however it was not working at the time of the survey.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located to the left as you enter the library.
• The distance from the library entrance is 10m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and automatic doors.
• The ground floor and first floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 90cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 139cm (width) x 149cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located to the left as you enter the library.
• There is a single automatic door to access the stairwell.
• The ground floor and first floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Meeting Room 1

• The room is located on the first floor.
• The distance from the lift is 10m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are 6 meeting rooms.
• Meeting Rooms 2-4 can be joined and subdivided to form a single room or multiple rooms.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is patterned.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and long tables.
• Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system could not be tested at the time of the survey.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Multipurpose Room

• The kitchen is located on the first floor.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The door opens away from you.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The work surface is 87cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is available with a clear knee recess.
• The lowered work surface is 67cm from the floor.
• Under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 90cm from the floor.
• A lowered hob is not available.
• The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The sink is 88cm from the floor.
• A lowered sink is available.
• The lowered sink is 68cm from the floor.
• The sink has a lever mixer tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a washer dryer, a microwave and a kettle.
• The following machines are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: washer dryer.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
• The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Library - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located at the rear of the library.
  • The distance from the library entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 156cm (width) x 225cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 86cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 87cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 95cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 100cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 136cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 105cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor.
  • The distance from the lift is 10m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 96cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 153cm (width) x 226cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 85cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 82cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 69cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 98cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 101cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin, a nappy/incontinence items bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located on the first floor, at the end of the corridor on the left.
  • The distance from the lift is 30m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens by sliding and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 149cm (width) x 281cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 80cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 87cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 70cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 100cm from the floor.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
  • The hand dryer is 101cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.