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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Springburn Library and Learning Centre.
• Related link Springburn Library and Learning Centre.
• Https://www.accessable.co.uk/glasgow-city-council/access-guides/springburn-library-and-learning-centre

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Glasgow.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Springburn.

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Opening Times

• Please contact the venue for details of opening times and opening times do vary depending on timetabling.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The car park is located on Kay Street.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located on Springburn Way.
• There is level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open automatically.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in) wide.

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Reception

• The reception desk is 4m (13ft 1in) from the front entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is low height.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The system is a portable loop.
• Staff are not trained to use the system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting level is bright.
• Comments View
  • The fitness suite and the pool are on the first floor and are accessed via separate lifts.

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Lift (Fitness Suite)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the reception foyer.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 11m (12yd) from accessible entrance.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 95cm x 140cm (3ft 1in x 4ft 7in).
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift controls do not have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Lift (Pool)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the reception foyer.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• The lift is 15m (16yd) from accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 140cm (3ft 3in x 4ft 7in).
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The lift controls do have Braille markings.
• The lift controls do have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is bright.

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Fitness Suite

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• Access to Fitness Suite View
  • The fitness suite is located on the first floor.
  • The fitness suite is 4m (13ft 1in) from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the fitness suite.
  • There are doors into the fitness suite.
  • The doors open towards you (pull).
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The opening is 93cm wide.
• Fitness Suite (General) View
  • Staff receive no training in assisting disabled people.
  • A portable hearing loop is not available for induction.
  • There is not clear manoeuvring space between equipment.
  • There is level access to all of the equipment.

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Swimming Pool

• There is a ramped entrance into the water.
• There is a wet side chair available.
• There is a hoist for wheelchair users to access the water.
• The hoist is manual.
• There are not steps into the swimming pool.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
  • The accessible toilet is 27m (30yd) from the accessible entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located in the dryside changing room.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 255cm (5ft 3in x 8ft 4in).
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • 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.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The sink is 75cm (2ft 6in) high.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • This facility has a shower with handrail and flipdown seat.

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Standard Changing Room (Dry Side)

• There are standard changing rooms available.
• The standard changing room is 26m (28yd) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing room is 24m (26yd) from the reception desk.
• The standard changing room is 8m (26ft 3in) from the sports hall.
• The standard changing rooms are located on the left past reception.
• There is level access to the standard changing rooms.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Dry Side)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilets are located adjacent to the sports hall.
  • The female toilets are 40m (44yd) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilets are located adjacent to the sports hall.
  • The male toilets are 25m (27yd) from the accessible entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.

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Standard Changing Room (Wet Side)

• There are standard changing rooms available.
• The standard changing room is 7m (22ft 12in) from the lift.
• The standard changing room is 2m (6ft 7in) from the pool.
• The standard changing rooms are located on the first floor.
• There is level access to the standard changing rooms.

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• Comments View
  • The photographs show the individual cubicles and the family change.

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Standard Shower (Wet Side)

• There are standard level access shower facilities available.
• The showers are located within the changing areas.
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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Standard Shower (Dry Side)

• There are standard level access shower facilities available.
• The showers are located within the changing areas.
• There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Wet Side)

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• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilets are located within the changing areas.
  • The female and male toilets are 28m (31yd) from the lift.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilet.
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Additional Info

• Staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• Documents can be requested in Braille.
• Documents can be requested in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.