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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include London Borough of Hounslow Council Services and Coffee Republic Café.
  Hounslow Library is located on the first floor of Hounslow House.
• London Borough of Hounslow Council Services - Hounslow House link (new tab) - click here.
• Coffee Republic - Hounslow House link (new tab) - click here.

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Opening Times

• Monday 09:30 - 20:00.
• Tuesday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Wednesday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Thursday 09:30 - 20:00.
• Friday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Saturday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Sunday 11:30 - 16:00.

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Location

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

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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 290cm x 1200cm (9ft 6in x 39ft 4in).
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located in Lampton Road, opposite TK Maxx.
• On Street Standard Parking View
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The Blue Badge parking area is one long strip with room for two vehicles.
  • There are some car parks just over 250m away in the town centre.
  • For more information on Bell Road Car Park please click here
  • For more information on car parks in Hounslow please click here.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance - Ground Floor)

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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.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 130cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 130cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.

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Reception (Main Reception - Ground Floor)

• The desk/counter is 6m (6yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• 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 adjustable.
• 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 not tested at the time of the survey.
• There is a touch screen.
• The touch screen is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.

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• Comments View
  • There are two counter points at this reception.
  • There are two self-service machines opposite the main counters.
  • The self-service counters touchscreens are at a height of 110cm.
  • Photographs 4 and 5 show the self-service machines.
  • The portable loop is available on request and for use throughout the public areas of the building.

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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 not tested at the time of the survey.
• This venue does not play background music.
• Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue.
• The lighting levels are varied.

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• Comments View
  • Photographs 1-4 show the ground floor area as you enter.
  • Photographs 5-6 show the approach to the library on the left and right as you exit the lift on the first floor.

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Other Floors

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

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Lift (Lift 1)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the ground floor, ahead as you enter from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are Ground and First.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 120cm (3ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 210cm x 140cm (6ft 11in x 4ft 7in).
• 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 have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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• Comments View
  • This lift only accesses the ground and first floors for public use.

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Reception (Library - First Floor)

• The desk/counter is 18m (19yd 2ft) from the lift 1.
• 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 adjustable.

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• Comments View
  • There are two similar desks in the library as shown in photographs 2 and 3.
  • These desks are not always manned.

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Library (First Floor)

• 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 not have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are not available for computer users.

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• Comments View
  • There is a children's section to the library on the far right as you exit the lift on the first floor.
  • Photographs 1 and 2 show the security barriers before you access the library.
  • The security barriers are on the left and right as you exit the lift.
  • The barriers have a width of 108cm between them.
  • There are self-service machines available throughout the library.
  • These self-service machines have a height of 75cm to the bottom scanner tray and a height of 115cm to the touchscreen.
  • Photographs 3-5 show the self-service machines.
  • There are several computer desks available throughout the library.
  • These desks are 76cm in height and have chairs with and without armrests.
  • Photographs 18 and 19 show examples of the computers available.

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Adult Education Classrooms - First Floor

• There are two adult education classrooms available in the library on the first floor.
• These rooms are to the far left as you exit from the lift on the first floor.
• Both rooms have a single door to enter which are 86cm in width.
• The doors open away from you (push) and are heavy.
• The rooms have several tables throughout that are 76cm in height and chairs without armrests.
• A chair with armrests on both sides can be made available if required.
• The tables can be moved so a wheelchair user could move around more easily.
• The lighting levels in rooms is moderate to good.
• The surface of the flooring in the rooms is carpet.
• Photographs 1-7 show Adult Education Classroom 1.
• Photographs 8-14 show Adult Education Classroom 2.

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Changing Places (Library - First Floor)

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located in the library on the first floor, to the right as you exit the lift.
  • The facility is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the lift 1.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do need a key for the facility.
  • It is a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is not push pad activated.
  • The width of the door is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the facility are 300cm x 400cm (9ft 10in x 13ft 1in).
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The facility changing bench is wall mounted.
  • The length of the facility changing bench is 185cm (6ft 1in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook and loop.
  • The facility toilet has a transfer space on both sides.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 150cm (4ft 11in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Dropdown rails are provided for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the dropdown rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • The type of wash basin is adjustable.
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available at the wash basin.
  • As you face the wash basin, the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The facility has a non-slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
• Comments View
  • There is an adjustable shower on the rear wall between the changing bench and toilet.

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Accessible Toilet (Library - First Floor)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the lift 1.
  • This accessible toilet is located on the first floor, to the left as you exit the lift.
  • 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 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The door is heavy.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 150cm x 220cm (4ft 11in 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 81cm (2ft 8in).
  • 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, waste paper pedal bin and clinical waste disposal units.
  • There is a/are 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 a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 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 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 good.
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Library - First Floor)

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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 on the first floor, to the left as you exit the lift.
  • The female toilet(s) is/are approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the lift 1.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located on the first floor, to the left as you exit the lift.
  • The male toilet(s) is/are approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) from the lift 1.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Parent and Baby Room (Library - First Floor)

• There is a parent and baby room for public use.
• The parent and baby room is located on the first floor, to the left as you exit the lift.
• The parent and baby room is approximately 9m from the lift 1.
• There is step-free access to 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 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 81cm (2ft 8in).
• 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 81cm.
• The wash basin tap type is lever.
• There is/are not chair(s) in the parent and baby room.
• There is a toilet in the parent and baby room.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• The lighting levels are good.

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Additional Info

• 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 normally on duty.
• This service cannot be requested.
• Home visits / services are not available.