Getting in to the Library: there is a button operated entrance to the Library on the left hand wall, for wheelchair users and users who have difficulty using the revolving door.
Inside the Library: all areas of the Library are accessible by using the lift. The lift is for authorised use only. If you are a student please speak to the Adviser for Students with Disabilities to arrange for a lift pass. Visitors, staff, or anyone with temporary difficulties using the stairs should speak to staff at SEZ.
The lift has audio warnings for door opening and closing and has audio and visual alerts when reaching a new Library Level. It is fitted with tactile low-level controls.
There are toilets suitable for wheelchair users on all levels. These have alarms fitted in case of difficulties.
There are two adjustable-height workstations on Level 1 of the Library. They are push button operated so require very little effort to use.
Emergency evacuation
In the event of a fire alarm students should have a personal plan to ensure their safety when leaving the Library. Visitors should speak to staff at SEZ on arrival where they will be given information on the Temporary Waiting Areas just outside the fire exits on each level, where library users can wait safely until they can be helped from the building.
Help is available for users with mobility difficulties to retrieve books from the shelves.
A book retrieval service is available; complete the Book Retrieval Request Form with the details of the items you need including: author, title, collection, edition and classification number. Please also check to confirm that the item(s) you need are not already on loan. Requests received before 12.00 will be ready for collection by 17.00. If we are unable to retrieve your requested items we will email you to let you know. The self-issue card readers are at wheelchair user height, although any user who has difficulties with self-service can take items to SEZ for issue and return.
There are two PCs on Level 1 which are priority use for wheelchair users. They have big-keys keyboards, Zoomtext software and are on adjustable-height desks.
Users can add to their print account online or at SEZ.
The printers have adjustable touch screens, but any user having difficulty can get help from SEZ.
A photocopying request service is available for users with mobility difficulties. Please ask at SEZ for more information about this.
Microsoft Ease of Access options are enabled on all student PCs - set up your preferred options on the desktop before you log in.
Printing and photocopying: Students with dyslexia or a visual impairment may be entitled to reduced cost printing.
Students with a visual impairment, dyslexia or are print-disabled may be able to have items photocopied outwith regular copyright legislation, under the terms of S31b of the Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988 . Further guidance is available from SEZ.
The multifunction printers in the Library can enlarge copies or scan documents in to an accessible format.
