Access Guide
Access To
- 1.09 Child and Carer Room is located on the first floor of Main Library, George Square, off the main corridor.
- View information on Main Library, George Square (opens new tab).
- The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and doors permanently held open.
- There is numbered signage on or near the entrance.
- There is step-free level access into the room.
- There is a single manual door which opens away from you.
- The width of the opening is 85cm.
- The door has a high visual contrast.
Room
- There is step-free level access throughout the room.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
- The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests, armchairs and riser recliner chairs.
- Furniture available in the room includes: tables, coffee tables and desks.
- The desks are fixed.
- Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
- The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- Additional facilities/services include: a flashing fire alarm and a play area.
- There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.