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Disabled Access Guide for Fulford Community Library
School Lane
Fulford
York
YO10 4LS
Tel: 01904 555444
Email: fulford.library@york.gov.uk
Web: http://www.york.gov.uk/libraries
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 17:30 - 19:30 |
| Tuesday | 14:00 - 16:30 |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 14:00 - 16:30 |
| Friday | 14:00 - 16:30 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 12:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
This venue is situated in York.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is York.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
There are 5 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3m x 5.25m (9ft 10in x 17ft 2in).
The nearest designated bay is 45m (49yd) from the main accessible entrance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are single width.
The door opening is 102cm (3ft 4in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in) wide.
The 2nd door is usually held open during opening hours.
Reception
The reception desk is 8m (26ft 2in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
The lighting levels are bright.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 4m (13ft 1in) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located adjacent to the counter.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 140cm x 220cm (4ft 7in x 7ft 2in).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 60cm (1ft 11in).
The tap type is lever.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
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 49cm (1ft 7in).
There is a hand dryer.
The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is not a towel dispenser.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Wall mounted and drop down rails are available.
A baby changing mat is available.
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
The photograph shows the convenient drop-off point.
