We have three study rooms that are available for study or research purposes and are suitable for up to four people at any one time. They are not meeting rooms. Each room contains a computer with a large screen and a webcam. To book a room please complete our online form or call 01803 656700.Continue reading “How do I book a study room?”
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How do I join the library?
To join the library please complete our online registration form. If you are transferring from another SWIMS library then please contact us so that we can transfer your library account. 01803 656700 tsdft.library@nhs.net
Does the library have a printer/scanner/photocopier?
A4 printing is available – the printer is located in the group study area. Printing for work, study or research purposes is free. Printing for personal use requires a contribution of 5p per page. The printer also has scanning and photocopying functionality. It is not possible to print from a personal laptop/tablet/smartphone. Please note thatContinue reading “Does the library have a printer/scanner/photocopier?”
The article or book I need is not held here/out on loan. What can I do?
If the article or book you require is not available from the library you can request it by filling out our online request form.
How many times can I renew my books?
Books can be renewed a maximum of 3 times as long as they are not reserved by another library member. For information on how to renew your books please see above FAQ.
Can I borrow books out-of-hours?
If you have out-of-hours access (see FAQ above) then you can borrow books out-of-hours using the library’s self service machine. Please note: in order to use the self service machine you will need your library card.
Do I have to come into the library to renew my books?
Books can be renewed online via the library’s catalogue. Choose the ‘Login’ option from the menu and enter your username and pin. If you have not logged in to your library account before you will need to follow the instructions to create a pin and activate your account. You can also request a renewal byContinue reading “Do I have to come into the library to renew my books?”
Where is the Library and Knowledge Service?
The Library and Knowledge Service is located on the main hospital site in Torbay. We are on the lower ground floor of the Horizon Centre. Please click here for map.
What are the library’s opening hours?
The Library is staffed 8.30am – 5pm, Monday to Friday (apart from bank holidays). Out-of-hours swipe access is available to library members with TSDFT trust ID badges.
Can I access the library outside of staffed hours?
Yes, out-of-hours swipe access is available to library members with TSDFT trust ID badges. Please press your ID card to the access box outside the library’s main entrance. It may also be possible, in some cases, to arrange out-of-hours access for library members without ID badges. Please contact a member of the library team forContinue reading “Can I access the library outside of staffed hours?”