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Library Opening Times and Information

• The library opening hours are subject to change, please refer to the library webpage for up to date information.

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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include a library and computer equipment.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include a garden.

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Location

• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Slaithwaite.

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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 name of the car park is Town End public car park.
  • The car park is located on Town End facing and across the road from the library.
  • There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Town End.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The standard on street parking is located in front of the Library on Town End.
  • The standard parking bays are not individually marked.
  • The width of the standard parking bays is 234cm.
  • There is room for approximately 4 cars.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building, to the right.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance, via lift.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 77cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
• Comments View
  • The push pad is to enter.
  • The door is automatic to exit.

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Lift (Accessible Entrance Platform Lift)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead as you enter via the accessible entrance.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, G.
• The platform lift accesses a small level change.
• The lift is approximately 1m (3ft 3in) from the accessible entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 83cm (2ft 9in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 81cm x 140cm (2ft 8in x 4ft 7in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in 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 not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The controls are 87cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • There is a steep ramp to access the platform lift at the lower level.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front left.
  • There is stepped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm.
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located just beyond the entrance.
  • There is/are 3 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 18cm.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the left going up.
  • Handrails are not 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.
  • The lighting levels at the step(s) are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The handrail is 84cm from the pitch line.
  • The lower handrail is 30cm from the pitch line.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 2m (2yd 7in) from the accessible entrance platform lift.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• The hearing assistance system was tested on 13/11/2023.
• The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
• There is a touch screen.
• The touch screen is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

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• Comments View
  • The touch screen is a self-service machine in the reception lobby.
  • The lowest control is 78cm.
  • The height to the top of the touchscreen is 150cm.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service(s).
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Level Change (Reception Area to Library and Accessible Toilet)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the left of the reception desk.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the right going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 94cm (3ft 1in).

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Library

• 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.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Accessible software includes JAWS.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard, large rollerball mouse and height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes magnifying equipment.

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Entrance (Exit to Secret Garden)

• This information is for the entrance located at the rear left of the library.

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• Entrance View
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located just beyond the exit.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on the right going up.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 126cm (4ft 2in).
• Comments View
  • There is also a slight ramp without handrails in the corridor leading to the exit.
  • There is no access to open the door from the outside – opening is only available internally as this is a fire door exit.

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Parks and Gardens (Secret Garden)

• The park or garden does have footpaths.
• The path(s) has a / have tarmac and gravel surface(s).
• The majority of the path(s) is / are wide enough for wheelchair users.
• There are slight slopes on the paths.
• There are not any bench seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

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Level Change (Secret Garden)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located at the end of the patio area, leading to the garden.
• The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does have handrails.
• The handrails are on the left going up.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 117cm (3ft 10in).
• There is a/are step(s) to access this area/service.
• The step(s) is/are located to the left of the ramp.
• There is/are 3 step(s) to the area/service.
• There is not tactile paving at the top and bottom of the steps.
• The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
• The step(s) is/are deep (18cm+).
• There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).
• The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the accessible entrance platform lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear left of the library.
  • There is not level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 205cm (5ft 6in x 6ft 9in).
  • There is not 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 117cm (3ft 10in).
  • 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 an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary and open waste paper bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • 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 not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • 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
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external door and wall.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • There is a low colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located within the accessible toilet cubicle.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 102cm (3ft 4in).

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Standard Toilet(s)

• The accessible toilet is also used as the female and male standard toilet.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are available in large print.
• A bowl of water can be provided for an assistance dog.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• The assistance dog toilet area is located in the secret garden at the back of the library.
• Home visits / services are available.

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• Comments View
  • For more information on transcription formats and the KR Talking News service
  • For information on the Home Library Service.