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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include reference and public records.

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Opening Times (Archives)

• Monday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Tuesday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Wednesday Closed.
• Thursday Closed.
• Friday Closed.
• Saturday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Sunday Closed.

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Opening Times (Local Studies Library)

• Monday Closed.
• Tuesday Closed.
• Wednesday 13:00 - 20:00.
• Thursday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Friday 09:30 - 17:30.
• Saturday 10:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday Closed.

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Location

• There is not a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest National Rail station is Sheffield.

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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 available.
  • The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 260cm x 600cm (8ft 6in x 19ft 8in).
  • Standard marked parking bays are located in Leadmill Street.
• 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 and stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 98cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (away from you).
  • The main automatic door(s) is/are push pad or push button activated.
  • The push pad or push button is 98cm from floor level.
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • 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 on the footpath leading to the entrance.
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
  • The ramp/slope does not bypass the step(s).
• Step(s) View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 1 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are 4cm.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the step(s).

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Reception (Main Reception Desk)

• 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 medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk/counter has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is available only on request.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.

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Inside Access

• There is not level access to the service(s).
• The lighting levels are medium.

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Level Change (Main Library, Records Area and Toilets)

• There is a ramp/slope to access this area/service.
• The ramp/slope is located to the right of the main reception desk.
• The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• The ramp/slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
• The ramp does not have handrails.
• The width of the ramp/slope is 118cm (3ft 10in).

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Reception (Documents Issue & Return Desk)

• The desk/counter is 12m (13yd 4in) from the main entrance.
• There is not level access to the desk/counter from the entrance.
• The desk/counter is low (76cm or lower).
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.

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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, height adjustable table and height adjustable chair is / are available.

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• Comments View
  • The search room has a heavy door that opens away from you push and is 76cm wide.

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Accessible Toilet

• 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 26m (28yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter.
  • 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 208cm x 177cm (6ft 10in x 5ft 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 143cm (4ft 8in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is not 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 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 not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • 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 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 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 placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • 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 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 moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • To access accessible toilet please ask a member of staff to open door.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located to the right after you enter.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m from the main entrance.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s).
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is twist/turn.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Additional Info

• Documents are not available in Braille.
• Documents can be requested 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.