Macclesfield and District
Disability Information Bureau
Registered Charity Number.1069163
Disclaimer - Whilst every effort has gone into ensuring that this information is correct at the time of printing, no responsibility by the Bureau can be taken for errors or omissions,
although we would be glad to hear about any inaccuracies which we have printed Similarly any inclusion of a service or resource is for information only and does not imply recommendation or
endorsement.
Knutsford Library
Toft Road,
Knutsford,
Cheshire,
WA16 0PG
Tel: 01565 632909
Contact:Pat Deadman
Phone bookings can be made for computer use P.C's, usually available without the need to book. One computer has adaptive technology including JAWS, rollerball, large keyboard
and zoomtext, this P.C needs to be booked. There are 12 workstations in total Charges for use of internet Internet access and word processing - first hour free. Membership available to anybody
with a library card.
Monday 9.30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9.30am - 8pm
Wednesday 9.30am - 1pm
Thursday 9.30am - 8pm
Friday 9.30am - 5pm
Saturday 9.30am - 1pm
One to one support is not available
Via Age Concern (50 plus) and in conjunction with Adult Learners Week. Please contact library for details.
For People with Limited Mobility
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A map and / or directions are provided in the information
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The route from the car park is smooth, even, safe, wide, free from loose material.
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No steps at the entrance
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Weather mats appear to be non-slip and non-trip
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Automatic doors are safe and easy to use
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Seats are provided for people with mobility problems to rest
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Floors appear to be non-slip even when wet
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Seats are provided in general waiting areas
For People who use wheelchairs
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A map and / or directions are provided in the information
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The route from the car park is smooth, even, safe, wide and free from loose material
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The entrance lobby is large enough for comfortable use of a wheelchair
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Doors have a clear opening width of at least 750mm
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The reception counter is low enough to see over from a wheelchair or chair
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Wheelchair users are able to wait alongside seated companions
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Reception staff are trained in disability awareness
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1200mm clear space is maintained in general areas
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Corridors are of adequate width for people to move around in easily
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Floor surfaces are easy to negotiate using a wheelchair wheelchair
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Where there is no accessible W.C provision, directions are given to the nearest one
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There is sufficient space for a wheelchair in waiting areas
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There are suitable plans for evacuation of disabled people in the event of an emergency
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General staff are trained in disability awareness
For people with limited hand or arm control or tremor
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The Website is accessible to good practice standards
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Interior door handles are easy to use for people with limited hand movement
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General staff are trained in disability awareness
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Staff are aware of Microsoft Accessibility Options (Display, cursor control etc)
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There are alternatives to standard mouse (joystick, rollerball)
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There are alternatives to standard keyboard (larger, keyboard guards etc)
For people who have a visual impairment
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The Website is accessible to good practice standards
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Printed information is easy to read by people with visual impairments (available on request)
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Brochures and information are available on request, in alternative formats e.g audio cassette
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The route from the car park is smooth, even, safe, wide and free from loose material
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The entrance is easily found and distinguishable
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There is adequate lighting inside entrance lobbies
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Interior signs to reception, WC etc are obvious and clear
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Weather mats appear to be non slip and non trip
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Automatic doors are safe and easy to use
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Full glass doors have markings for safety and visability
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The Reception area is clearly identified and approached
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The Reception area is well lit
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Announcements are audible
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Reception staff are trained in disability awareness
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Floors and walls are painted in a matt rather than glossy paint
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Floors appear to be non-slip even when wet
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Colours and tones have been selected to give good contrast
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Good lighting is provided throughout the building
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General staff are trained in disability awareness
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Staff are aware of Microsoft Accessibility Options (Display, cursor control etc)
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Screen reading software and training is available (Example JAWS)
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Screen magnification software and training is available (e.g Zoomtext)
For people who have a hearing impairment
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Interior signs to reception, WC etc are obvious and clear
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The Reception area is clearly identified and approached
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The Reception area is well lit
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Consideration has been given to privicy for people with hearing problems
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Reception staff are trained in disability awareness
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Consideration has been given to hard surfaces and sound reverberation
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Good lighting is provided throughout the building
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Induction loops are fitted wherever appropriate
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There are suitable plans for evacuation of disabled people in the event of an emergency
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General staff are trained in disability awareness
For people with learning difficulties
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The Website is accessible to good practice standards
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Printed information is easy to read
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Brochures and information are available on request, in alternative formats e.g audio cassette
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A map and / or directions are provided in the information
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The entrance is easily found and distinguishable
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Interior signs to reception, WC etc are obvious and clear
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The Reception area is clearly identified and approached
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Reception staff are trained in disability awareness
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General staff are trained in disability awareness
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Staff are aware of Microsoft Accessibility Options (Display, cursor control etc)