1. Introduction This document describes Library policy for the procedures surrounding Library users and visitors who may require access to personal medications and/or medical equipment while on Library premises. It provides guidance to relevant Library Authorised Persons.
Visitor access to and use of, medications and other personal medical equipment in the Library
1. Introduction
This document describes Library policy for the procedures surrounding Library users and visitors who may require access to personal medications and/or medical equipment while on Library premises. It provides guidance to relevant Library Authorised Persons.
2. Policy Aims
The Library must take all reasonably practical measures to provide that visitors have access to their necessary medical needs to ensure their safety and comfort in accordance with our various obligations, including under the
Disability Discrimination Act 1992 and the
Workplace Health and Safety Act 2011.
3. Definitions
Authorised Person