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Getting Here

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• By Road View
  • Follow the A256 leading from West Wood Cross until you come to the junction for the A255. Follow the signs for the train station. When you get to the junction for the B2053, the library will be directly opposite the junction on the left.
  • The library does not have its own parking.
    Blue Badge parking is available on The Broadway. There is space for approximately 2 cars.
    Standard on-street parking is available on The Broadway, free for 1 hour.
• By Bus View
  • There is a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • There is a bus stop on St Peter's Road, approximately 180ft from the library.
    Buses 9, 9X, 37 and 929 stop at this stop.
  • For more information on local Broadstairs bus times please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Broadstairs.
  • Broadstairs Station is approximately 0.1 mile from the library.
  • For more information on Broadstairs Station please click here (opens new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a member of staff available for help and assistance.
• There is not a member of staff trained in British Sign Language.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request, large print on request, different languages on request and audio on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area at the venue/nearby.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There are not mobility aids available.

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Approach

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
  • There is step-free access on the approach.

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Parking (On-Street Parking)

• The venue does not have its own parking facilities.

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• Comments View
  • Blue Badge parking is available on The Broadway. There is space for approximately 2 cars.
  • Standard on-street parking is available on The Broadway, free for 1 hour.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • This entrance sign says 'Library'.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 180cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 95cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
  • There are corridors/walkways with a surface width of less than 120cm (excluding any permanent obstructions over a small distance).
  • The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet and vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails with a rounded or oval profile are not provided in corridors/walkways.
  • There is high colour contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests at regular intervals.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a play/activity area located in the children's library section.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.

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Reception

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located in the centre of the library, on the left.
  • The reception point is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are no windows, TVs, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a lowered section of the counter.
  • The height of the lowered section at the counter is 76cm.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the lowered section of the counter.
  • There is a clear knee recess beneath the lowered section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system at the reception point.
  • There is a touch screen.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are provided in the reception area.
  • The type of flooring in the reception area is vinyl.

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Library

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• Library Access and Circulation View
  • There is step-free access into the library.
  • The type of flooring in the library is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors/walkways which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There are potential trip hazards within the room.
• Library Services View
  • This library does not 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.
  • There is a self-service book borrow/return machine available.
  • The self-service machine touch screen is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is step-free access within the library.
  • There are reading/study desks available.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
  • A member of staff is available to provide assistance.
• Computer Area View
  • The library does have a computer area.
  • There is step-free access to the computer area.
  • There is a height adjustable desk in this area.
  • The library does have computers with accessible software.
  • The library computers have JAWS and Boardmarker accessible software.
  • Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
  • A height adjustable chair, height adjustable table, large text keyboard and large rollerball mouse is / are available.
  • There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests in the computer area.

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Parent and Baby Room

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located to the rear left of the library, next to the toilets.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 25m from the main entrance.
• There is step-free access into the parent and baby room.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the room.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the parent and baby room door.
• The baby change table is not set against the wall, permanently fixed at 75cm from the floor.
• The baby change table is not height adjustable.
• The height of the baby change table once extended is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• There are disposal facilities in the parent and baby room.
• There is a wash basin in the parent and baby room.
• The height of the wash basin is 80cm.
• The wash basin tap type is lever.
• There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Right Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the ground floor, to the rear left of the library.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 94cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 155cm x 219cm (5ft 1in x 7ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 130cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a lid.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are adjustable.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor - Public)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located on the ground floor, to the rear right of the library.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the shared toilet(s).
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • There is not a lowered urinal.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall-mounted grab rails is not available.
  • There is not a lowered wash basin.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever twist.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels are low to moderate.
  • There is a/are similar standard toilet(s) available.
• Comments View
  • There are 2 identical toilets next to each other.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you enter the library.
• Signs indicating the location of the lift are not available from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do not contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 96cm x 150cm (3ft 2in x 4ft 11in).
• There are no separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting levels in the lift are low.

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Other Floors

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The stairs are for public use.
• The stairs are located to the right as you enter the library.
• The stairs are approximately 15m from the main entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not available from the entrance.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
• The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
• There are 15+ steps between floors.
• The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• The going of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The steps have a handrail on both sides.
• Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
• Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• Handrails are easy to grip.
• Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
• There is a landing.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on landings.
• The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet(s) (First Floor - Left Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, to the rear right of the venue.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the lift.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet, via lift.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 180cm x 225cm (5ft 11in x 7ft 5in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a waste bin and radiator.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • 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).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • The lighting levels are good.