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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 offering Large Print, Audio Books and Access to the Kirklees Transcription Service. Dementia Friendly Trained Staff. Computer and IT Facilities. Community Rooms for Local Clubs and Groups. Advisory Groups in Community Wellness and a range of Health Services take place at the library. A range Dyslexia Friendly Books are available.

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Location

• The venue is in a pedestrian area.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Ravensthorpe Railway Station.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located to the front of the building with additional parking to the rear of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 400cm x 600cm (13ft 1in x 19ft 8in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 8m (8yd 2ft) from the the main entrance to the building.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the the main entrance to the building.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The car park surface is block paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.

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Outside Access

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• Entrance View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • 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 (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.

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Reception

• The desk/counter is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance to the library.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter does not have 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 not signed.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
• There is a touch screen.
• The touch screen is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

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  • The self-issue machine is at a suitable height for wheelchair users.

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Reception (Sub Reception)

• The desk/counter is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the main entrance to the building.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The desk/counter does not have 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 working at the time of testing.

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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 trained to use the system.
• The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are good.

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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 not have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does not have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard, large rollerball mouse and height adjustable chair is / are available.

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  • The library has computers with accessible software (Google Chrome which offer a screen reader and magnifier).

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Room 1

• Room 1 is immediately on the left as you enter the building.
• The width of the door is 86cm. The door has a handle at a height of 90cm. The door may be difficult open as it is on a spring closer. There is sufficient space to manoeuvre a wheelchair.
• There is a table with an underside height of 69cm.
• There are chairs without armrests.
• There is a sink with a twist / lever mixer tap. The height of the sink is 78cm.
• There is a towel dispenser at 144cm. There is a soap dispenser at 119cm.
• Lighting is good.
• When exiting, the door has a lever handle at a height of 90cm and a twist handle with a height of 120cm.
• Room 1 is a facility that can be booked via Library Services. It is used by community outreach / community groups, and health services.

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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, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 21m (22yd 2ft) from the main entrance to the library.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the rear of the library, to the left and at the end of a corridor.
  • There is 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 lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 285cm x 209cm (9ft 4in x 6ft 10in).
  • 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 215cm (7ft 1in).
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • 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 did not sound when tested.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are sanitary, non-infectious waste and general domestic waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • There are coat hooks in the toilet at 107cm and 160cm from the floor.
• 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 147cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
  • 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 69cm (2ft 3in).
  • 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 not a toilet roll holder.
  • 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 good.
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • Baby change facilities are located on the left as you enter the accessible toilet.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 91cm (2ft 12in).

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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(s) is/are approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the main entrance to the building.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • Lighting levels in the female toilets are good.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance to the building.
  • Lighting levels in the male toilets are good.

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Room 2 and 3 / Kitchen Annexe

• Rooms 2 and 3 are 5m from the main entrance of the building and immediately on the left of the building.
• Rooms 2 and 3 provide a large combined community space which can be divided into two separate rooms by a room divider. Staff within the library can adjust the room according to the needs and requirements of user groups.
• Room 2 door has a width of 88cm. The door opens away from you and may be difficult to open as it has a spring closer.
• Room 3 door has a width of 84cm. The door opens away from you and may be difficult to open as it has a spring closer.
• There are a chairs with and without armrests.
• There are tables with different underside height ranging from 67cm to 92cm.
• A kitchen is accessible through Room 3. The door has a width of 71cm and this can be adjusted as the wall is moveable.
• Units are at a height of 90cm. The sink is at a height of 90cm and the tap has a twist hot / cold mixer tap. There is a hot water dispenser at a height of 140cm.
• Other facilities include a refrigerator and an oven.
• Refreshments are self service.
• There is a soap dispenser at a height of 134cm and the towel dispenser at 153cm.
• Lighting is good throughout each of the rooms and the kitchen.
• The room is booked via Kirklees Town Hall Bookings and it is used by Community Health Groups, Wellness Groups, Yoga Instruction, Wedding Functions, Community Meetings and other organisations.
• Staff can assist visitors / facility users at all times.

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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 at the front of the building.
• 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.

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Room 4

• Room 4 is in the left hand corridor at the rear of the library. It is approximately 15m from the main entrance to the building.
• The width of the door is 84cm. The door may be difficult to open as it is on a spring closer. The door handle is at a height of 90cm.
• The underside height of the desk is 69cm. There are chairs without armrests.
• Lighting is good.
• When exiting, the door has a handle at a height of 90cm and a twist handle at a height of 120cm.
• Room 4 can be booked via library services. It is used by internal partners of the council for services such as tutoring (education) There is sufficient space to manoeuvre a wheelchair.