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LSBU Library

London South Bank University, 100 - 116 London Road, London, SE1 6LN

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Access To

  • The LH-212 entrance is located on the second floor of the LSBU - Hub on the second floor, towards the left of the building.
  • There is a similar entrance numbered LH-226 towards the right of the building on the second floor.
    There is a similar entrance numbered LH-313 towards the left of the building on the third floor.
    There is a similar entrance numbered LH-321 towards the right of the building on the third floor.
  • View information on LSBU - Hub (opens new tab) .
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and a platform lift.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access into the LSBU - Library.
  • There are double manual doors which open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 194cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There are security barriers immediately beyond the entrance with a width of 150cm.

Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 4 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located on the second and third floors.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
    • There are standard toilets located outside the library in the LSBU - Hub.

Reception (Help Desk)

  • The reception is located near the right entrance on the third floor.
  • The distance from the third floor right entrance is 25m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 73cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.

Lift (Second Floor - External seating area)

  • The lift surveyed is located off the second floor.
  • The distance from the library second floor entrance is 30m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The lift door has a low visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 400kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have a low visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 92cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 104cm (width) x 150cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a low visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is a small steep ramp to access the lift on the lower level.

Library

  • There is step-free level access throughout the library.
  • Access throughout the library may include manual doors.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the library includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs, riser recliner chairs, benches and high stools.
  • Furniture available in the library includes: tables, coffee tables, high tables, long tables and height adjustable desks.
  • Some seating and desks are fixed.
  • Some surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 115cm to 150cm from the floor.
  • The touchscreen has the following accessibility aids: large text.
  • This library is able to provide material in the following formats: ebook and ejournal.
  • Auxiliary aids available in this library include: large key keyboards, high visibility/contrast keyboards, a trackball mouse, ergonomic chairs, adjustable foot rests, document holders, coloured overlays, headsets and audio recorders.
  • Accessible software available for the computers includes: JAWS, Texthelp Read&Write, ClaroRead, Mindview, Dragon Naturally Speaking and Supernova.
  • Dragon Naturally Speaking is available in the assistive technology room. Mindview is only available via the DDS team. Jaws is available in assistive technology room D
    Supernova is available in assistive technology room C.

Stairs

  • The stairs surveyed are located near the entrance.
  • The second and the third floors can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 20+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 16cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Second Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located in front of you on entrance.
    • The distance from Second Floor Library Entrance is 45m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 155cm (width) x 235cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 86cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 70cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is not a soap dispenser.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 88cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
    • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 142cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.