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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include the library, and the Oasis Centre Community Space.
• For information about the Oasis Centre Community Space, click here (opens in a new tab).

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Location

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

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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 not available.
• 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.

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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 building.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 119cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 125cm (4ft 1in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 100cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

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Reception (The Oasis Centre)

• The desk/counter is 3m (3yd 10in) from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • This reception can be used for general enquiries about the Oasis Centre and directions for the library.
  • There is seating with armrests and sofas.
  • There are tables with undersides 73cm from the floor.
  • There is ample space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located straight ahead from the main entrance, on the right.
• The lift is a platform lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, UG, 1.
• Wall mounted information boards are provided at lift landings.
• The lift is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 95cm (3ft 1in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 106cm x 178cm (3ft 6in x 5ft 10in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is low to moderate.

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• Comments View
  • Floor UG is for the library.
  • Floor 1 is for the Community Team offices which are only accessed at the discretion of Centre staff.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, UG, 1.
  • There are 7 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 good.
• Comments View
  • Floor UG is for the library.
  • Floor 1 is for the Community Team offices which are only accessible at the discretion of Centre staff.

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Entrance (Library)

• This information is for the entrance located on the upper ground floor.

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• Entrance View
  • There is step-free access at this entrance.
  • There are no doors at this entrance.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Comments View
  • The entrance is 9m from the lift.
  • There are security barriers at the entrance to the library.
  • There is a low raised section through the barriers at floor level that may present a trip hazard.
  • The barriers are width restricted to 95cm.

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Reception (Library)

• The desk/counter is 20m (21yd 2ft) from the lift.
• There is level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The lighting levels are good.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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• Comments View
  • The reception desk is to the rear left of the library from the entrance security barriers.

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Inside Access (Library)

• There is level access to the service(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Music is played quietly during opening hours.
• 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 have a regular supply of books in audio format.
• There is an ordering service.
• The library does have computers with accessible software.
• Auxiliary aids are available for computer users.
• A large text keyboard and height adjustable chair is / are available.
• Other computer auxiliary aids include Dolphin Supernova, EasyReader.
• Equipment available for people with a visual impairment includes a magnifying glass.

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• Comments View
  • There is seating with armrests available.
  • The touch screen is on the far right of the reception desk.
  • The touch screen controls are within 102cm - 150cm from the floor.
  • Flooring wood laminate and carpet.
  • Ear defenders are available on request from staff.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the lift.
  • This accessible toilet is located opposite the lift on the upper ground floor (floor UG).
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
  • This is by lift.
• 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 may be difficult to open.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 144cm x 215cm (4ft 9in x 7ft 1in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 86cm (2ft 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 fully functional.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are clinical waste 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 48cm (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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 130cm (4ft 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 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 good.
• 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 82cm (2ft 8in).
• Comments View
  • This toilet door is PIN code operated.
  • The PIN code can be obtained from a member of staff.

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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 and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located at the rear of the library.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 9m (9yd 2ft) from the entrance to the library.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • This is by lift.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets are good.
• Comments View
  • This male standard toilet door is PIN code operated.
  • The PIN code can be obtained from a member of staff.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents are not 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.