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one-to-one Library induction for readers and also advice or guidance on Library
resources. For further information please ask at the Issue desk, or see contact details overleaf.
Electronic Access to the Library
If you have any difficulty in getting to the Library you can access our resources via our Library Website:
www.uhdblibrary.co.uk
Here you can access:
E-resources links
Guides to using e-resources
Information on Membership
News and events
Student pages
Clinical Librarian pages
Literature searching forms
Contact forms
Training information and calendar
library collections and facilities
Inter-library loan information
Access the library catalogue (Koha) which can also be found here:
https://dthn.koha-ptfs.co.uk/
Locating Books & Photocopying
If you have difficulty with accessing any of our services, the Library staff will be happy to help. In addition, if you have a mobility problem or find the classmark labels
difficult to read, staff will fetch the items for you. We will also be pleased to assist with or undertake any photocopying for you. Please ask at the Library Issue desk.
Loan Period Flexibility
Most of the library collection can be loaned for an eight week period. Loans can be extended over the telephone, by email, in person or via our online form.
However, If you experience any difficulties in returning your items, then please
contact a Senior member of staff.
Magnifying Glasses and Screens
If you have a visual impairment,
magnifying screens and glasses are
available to assist you when working in the Library. Please ask at the Issue Desk if you would like to borrow them.
Resources in Alternative Formats
The handouts and guides held within the Library can be made available in
electronic form from the accessibility page on the library website.
Emergency Evacuations
Please familiarise yourself with the exits, fire exits and assembly points shown on the notices within the Library.
The emergency signal is indicated by a continuous sounding alarm. The deaf or hearing impaired should bear in mind that there are no visual fire alarms. Please let Library staff know and we will check that you are aware of any emergency
situation/evacuation which may arise.
Always assume that the alarm signal is
genuine. Everyone should vacate the building via the nearest exit and go to the assembly point outside. Ask others should you need any help to get through the doors

Your Suggestions
The Library welcomes any suggestions or comments from its readers and would
particularly welcome any suggestions you might have for improvements to our
services. You can use our contact form on the website or pick up a comment form from the library.
Contact Information
The Library and Knowledge Service aims to make the collections and services readily available to all registered borrowers. If you have any difficulty in accessing or using the Library, then please contact Beth or
Caroline so that we can try to help.
Beth Rawson/Caroline White
Deputy Library Managers
Library & Knowledge Service
Education Centre
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road, Derby
DE22 3NE
Tel: (01332) 789234
beth.rawson@nhs.net
Caroline.white15@nhs.net

Updated 23/10/2018

Access to Library Facilities for People with Disabilities

Access to the Library
The Royal Derby Hospital library is located on Level 2 of the Education Centre, close to the Medical School. A link corridor leads into the Education Centre from Level 2 of the hospital buildings. External access is suitable for wheelchair access. Please ring the doorbell if you need assistance to open the library doors.
The library has wheelchair accessible toilet facilities.
Library Opening Hours
Staffed Hours
Monday to Friday 8.00am to 7.00pm
Out of Hours Access
The library is open 24 hours, accessible with your Trust ID swipe card. Students can buy a refundable swipe card for £10
Services Available
Individual Library Induction and Assistance
The Library staff are happy to provide a