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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include Libraries, Archives, Family History, Resource Unit for Visually Impaired People, an Auditorium, Conference/Meeting Rooms, a Business Centre, a Cafe/Bar, IT Centre, Reading/Study Rooms, Music Rooms and Gift Shop.
• Related link Resource Unit for Visually Impaired People.
• Http://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/libraries/computers-learning/assistive-technology/pages/home.aspx
• Related link Virtual Mitchell Library.
• Http://www.mitchelllibrary.org/virtualmitchell

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Charing Cross.
• The nearest underground station is St Georges Cross.

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Opening Hours

• For information about the opening hours please click here.

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Parking

• The venue does not have its own car park.

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• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the marked Blue Badge bays are 320cm x 570cm (10ft 6in x 18ft 8in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located on Granville Street.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 320cm x 570cm (10ft 6in x 18ft 8in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Granville Street.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Granville Street Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located to the rear of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are permanently held open.
• The door opening is 163cm (5ft 4in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open automatically (towards you).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door opening is 137cm (4ft 6in) wide.
• Comments View
  • There are security barriers immediately beyond the second set of doors.
  • The security barriers are 130cm wide.
  • There are also double width manual doors to the left and right of this entrance.

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Level Change (Granville Street Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Outside Access (North Street Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open both ways.
• The doors are double width.
• The door(s) is / are heavy.
• The door opening is 168cm (5ft 6in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open both ways.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door(s) is / are heavy.
  • The door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in) wide.

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Level Change (North Street Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located on the path leading to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is/are located immediately beyond the entrance.
• There is / are 6 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are in the centre.

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• Comments View
  • There are additional steps on the pavement up from Kent Road to the left of this entrance.

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Reception

• The desk is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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• Comments View
  • There are various similar reception desks throughout the building.

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Reception (Archives - Level 5)

• The desk is 26m (28yd 1ft) from the lift.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is low (76cm or lower).
• The 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 fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Other Floors (Ground Floor to First Floor)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are bright.

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Other Floors (First Floor to Fifth Floor)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are low.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located towards the rear of the building.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2-3-4-5.
• The lift is 47m (51yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 78cm (2ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 100cm x 122cm (3ft 3in x 4ft).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Level Change (First Floor)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located along the first floor corridor.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp does not have handrails.

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Library

• This library does have a regular supply of books in Braille.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in large print.
• This library does have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Accessible software includes JAWS, Zoomtext and Kurzweil.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard and height adjustable chair is / are available.

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• Comments View
  • Equipment available in the ground floor resource unit room includes SARA scanner and reader with a Braille display, DAISY players for talking books and music, video magnifying large screen display & handheld magnifiers.

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Theatre

• There are designated spaces for wheelchair users.
• Designated seating is located in the front row.
• Wheelchairs are left with you.
• A companion may sit with you.
• Companions sit beside you.
• It is 31m (33yd 2ft) from the designated seating area to the nearest accessible toilet.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow.
• To borrow a wheelchair, please contact a member of staff.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in the auditorium.

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• Comments View
  • There is level access to front row seating.
  • There are clearly marked, medium height steps leading to rear seating.
  • Theatre is temporary closed.

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Level Change (Stage)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located at the front of the theatre, leading to the stage.
• There is / are 6 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are adjustable.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do not have handrails.

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• Comments View
  • The stage can be accessed via the side fire exit by prior arrangement.

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Eating and Drinking (The Herald Cafe Bar)

• The following information is for the cafe/bar.
• The bar does serve food.
• Full table service is available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 70cm (2ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 102cm (3ft 4in).
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• Takeaway cutlery is available.
• Drinking straws are available.
• Children are welcomed in the bar area.
• Menus are hand held and wall.
• Menus are available in Braille.
• Menus are available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 26m (28yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear right as you enter.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• 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 width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 153cm x 210cm (5ft x 6ft 11in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • 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 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is poor.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are medium.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• Comments View
  • There is a similar accessible toilet located on the ground floor, with transfer space to the right.
  • The similar toilet requires a RADAR key which is available from reception.

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Toilet with Adaptations (First Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 75m (82yd 1in) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• 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 width of the accessible toilet door is 67cm (2ft 2in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 170cm x 220cm (5ft 7in x 7ft 3in).
  • There is sufficient turning space in the cubicle for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and non-infectious waste disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • 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 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • 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 (3ft 3in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Changing Room (Theatre)

• There are standard changing rooms available.
• The standard changing room is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The standard changing rooms are located through to the left of the building.
• There is not level access to the standard changing rooms.
• Shower facilities are not available within the changing room(s).

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• Comments View
  • Standard toilets are situated within the changing rooms.

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Level Change (Theatre Changing)

• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located ledading up to the changing rooms.
• There is / are 7 step(s) to the area / service.
• The lighting levels at the steps are medium.
• The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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• Comments View
  • There are further changing rooms accessed via similar steps on the floor above.
  • The side fire exit can be used to access this area by prior arrangement.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the rear right of the building.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 27m (29yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located to the left as you enter.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are bright.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the first floor standard female toilets.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 93cm (3ft 1in).
  • Inside the venue, there is not level access to the baby change facility.
• Comments View
  • There is 1 medium height step to access the urinals in the standard male toilets.
  • There are further similar standard toilets located throughout the building.

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Additional Info

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

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• Comments View
  • The photographs show the children's library areas.