Accessibility Statement
Established: 15 June 2016
Reviewed: 19 June 2019
Date of next Review: 19 June 2022
This statement provides an overview of the Library’s policies regarding access to the Collections and
the Library, including our commitment to equal opportunities in employment.
- Statement of General Principles
The Linen Hall Library is committed to provide the widest possible access to the museum
collections which it houses, conserves and displays. The Collections are held for everyone
regardless of age, sex, religion, education, income, residence, or personal circumstances.
The Library’s aim is to make physical access to the collection as easy as possible for all; to enable
everyone as far as possible to have access to scholarship and information about the collection;
and to allow everyone to enjoy and study the collection in as many ways as possible.
The Linen Hall Library is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all of its legal
obligations. - Access to the Collection
Physical Access
The Library seeks to provide all visitors with equal access to the building, within the constraints
of a listed building. All future building or refurbishments will provide appropriate physical access
for all visitors. Expert advice will be sought wherever appropriate.
Learning about the Collection
The Library encourages and enables the widest possible audience to access and study the
Collection.
Safety in the Building
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The Library takes account of the needs of all visitors with disabilities in all safety and evacuation
procedures. Staff are trained in first aid and fire marshal training is given.
Information and Signage
Signage is designed and situated to be as legible as possible.
The Library undertakes to regularly review its methods of communication and to adopt best
practice in this area, in consultation with specialist organisations, including dementia training
and awareness.
Feedback board is available. - Employment and Training
The Library aims to ensure that its employment practices do not discriminate against people
with disabilities.
The Library aims to provide disability awareness training for staff and to consult with specialist
organisations where appropriate.
