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.
Macclesfield Library
2 Jordangate,
Macclesfield,
Cheshire,
SK10 1EE
Tel: 01625 422512
Use of Computer facilities is arranged by a phone call to the Library. Library members may have one hours free internet use. There is a charge for printing.
Floppy discs etc may be bought at the library.
The library is open: Mon, Tues, Thu, 9.30am – 7.00pm Wed, Fri, 9.30am – 5.00pm Sat 9.00am – 1.00pm
One-to-one support is not available.
Details of courses are available on request.
For People with Limited Mobility
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A map and / or directions are provided in the information
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Accessible parking is situated as close as possible to the entrance of the building
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The route from the car park is smooth, even, safe, wide, free from loose material
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There are 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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Stairs are of recommended dimensions
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Stair risers are closed, without protruding nosings
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Suitable handrails are provided
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Lifts conform to recommended dimensions
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The lift doors remain open for an adequate length of time
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The WC floors appear to be slip resistant
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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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Signage and Way finding is clear and well designed
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There is a clearly marked accessible car parking space
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Accessible parking is situated as close as possible to the entrance of the building
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The route from the car park is smooth, even, safe, wide, free from loose material
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Dropped kerbs are in place where necessary to allow wheelchair users independence
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No steps at the entrance
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Ramps conform to good practice guidelines
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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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Part of 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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Disability Awareness training is ongoing
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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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Lifts conform to recommended dimensions
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There is sufficient space to turn/ reverse into the lift from the landing
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The lift call button easily reachable
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The lift doors remain open for an adequate length of time
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The alarm button or emergency telephone is reachable from a wheelchair
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A wheelchair accessible WCs is provided
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Mirrors are suitable for use from any height
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The WC door opens wide enough to allow a wheelchair user to get in and out easily
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A sealed waste disposal bin is provided
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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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The WC fittings are easy to use for people with limited hand mobility
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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 in large print
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Brochures and Information are available 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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Signage and Way finding is clear and well designed
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The route from the car park is smooth, even, safe, wide, free from loose material
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The car park area is adequately lit
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The entrance is easily found and distinguishable
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Signs are clear and visible from all approaches to the building
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There is adequate lighting inside entrance lobbies
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Weather mats appear to be non slip and non trip
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Outward opening doors are protected or recessed
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All exterior solid doors have a visibility panel
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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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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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Stairs are of recommended dimensions
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Edges of the steps and stairs are clearly marked on the noses and the facings
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Stair risers are closed, without protruding nosings
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Suitable handrails are provided
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1The lift indicator buttons are easily seen and audible
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1The lift doors remain open for an adequate length of time
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Additional consideration has been given in the WC to people with visual impairments
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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( eg Jaws)
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Screen magnification software and training is available ( eg Zoomtext)
For people who have a hearing impairment
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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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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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A Textphone is available
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Alarms systems are visual as well as audible
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Meeting areas are as free from background noise as possible
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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 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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Signage and Way finding is clear and well designed
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The entrance is easily found and distinguishable
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Signs are clear and visible from all approaches to the building
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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)