Assistance for users with disabilities
In recognition that users with disabilities may have special difficulties with accessing the full services and resources of the Barr Smith Library, we welcome the opportunity to assist you personally.
This document describes the services available at the Barr Smith Library; there are separate documents for the Law Library, the Roseworthy Campus Library and the Waite Library.
Access
The northern lift provides access to all Levels.
Seating
Specially adapted study carrels, identified by wheelchair signs, are located on levels 1 and 2.
Toilets
Access toilets are located on Level 3 directly opposite the main entrance and on Level 1 North.
Emergency exits
Emergency exits are located on all floors. If you have a disability that may make it difficult to use the emergency exits, please notify staff of your presence in the building, and of your likely movements within the Library. This is especially important in the evening and at weekends when there are not many people in the Library.
Paging/Photopying of items
If you are unable to retrieve items in the Barr Smith Library from the shelves, we will collect them for you. Place your requests via Library Search.
To request a photocopy or scan use the Document Delivery request form and select the option Offsite Requester.
Please note: the Library is able to copy material subject to the 'fair dealing' provisions of the Copyright Act. If you require more than 'fair dealing' allows, you will need to talk to Counselling and Disability Service staff.
You should allow a minimum of 24 hours, Monday-Friday, for your request to be processed.
Pick up your items from Service Enquiries.
Reserve collection books
A request may be placed on a Reserve item by contacting Service Enquiries, 8313 5759. Books on request from the Reserve collection must be collected within fifteen minutes of the arranged time.
Library policy
The Library supports the University's policy of equal access for all users and will assist users with both short-term and longer term disabilities to make full use of our resources.
The University of Adelaide Library will provide:
- access to all areas of the Library
- special toilets
- appropriate seating and study facilities
- a resource room (located in Hub Central) which houses appropriately adapted computer equipment and software
- special borrowing privileges for users with disabilities, including those with visual impairment and dyslexia
- remote Library services for approved staff or students who are registered as having special needs
- a paging service to collect items from the shelves for users who are not able to do so
- a photocopying service at standard copying charges
- help with finding information from the Research Help desk or from your branch librarian
- in-depth assistance by the appropriate Research or Branch Librarian
- individual orientation tours and introduction to the Library for students who would find it difficult to participate in regular tours
- regular dissemination of information and updates to ensure that users are aware of the range of services available
- training for Library staff to enable them to assist users
- specific emergency procedures to allow users to evacuate the buildings
- a designated Library staff member to work on the development of services in consultation with users and the University's Disability Liaison Office
Useful contacts
- Service Enquiries - telephone: 8313 5124
- Research Help - telephone: 8313 5372
- Counselling and Disability Service
