Library services for disabled users

What services the libraries offer to assist disabled users, including information and advice on accessing the libraries online resources.

Library services

As standard all our libraries offer the following services

• Disabled users have priority access to the lifts at all times.
• Hearing induction loops at all library helpdesks. If you experience any difficulties with a loop circuit please alert a member of the library helpdesk staff.
• Assistance dogs welcome at all libraries
• Coloured acetates, magnifiers, portable desk lamps and ergonomic mice and mouse mats are available to borrow from all library helpdesks
• Library trolleys can be borrowed by students who have difficulty carrying books
• Al libraries offer a book collection service whenever possible and books can be transferred to the Main Library or from the Main Library to site libraries at your request.
• Library documents such as information leaflets and fire evacuation procedures etc are all available in alternative formats upon request. See the section on alternative formats below.

To get information on the services and access arrangements at each library please click on the link below.

Accessing online library resources

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Database accessibility

All databases are tested for accessibility and have accessibility statements published.

Library documents in alternative formats

If you require library documents in alternative formats such as large print, Braille, on coloured paper and so on, these can be produced on request by enquiring at the Main Library service helpdesk.

In some cases the document may name an individual at the bottom of the document who may be contacted directly regarding the production of the document in an alternative format.

Further information

Please contact Viki Galt, Head of Disability Information if you require further information. Contact details provided below.

BSL users can contact me via Contact Scotland BSL, the on-line British Sign Language interpreting service. Find out more on the Contact Scotland BLS website.