Section 8-206.1-6 - Library for the blind and physically handicapped servicesThe library for the blind and physically handicapped provides the following services:
(1) Specialized library collections for those who are unable to read or handle regular print material due to a visual or physical disability. The large type collection is available to all library customers who have a valid Hawaii state public library system library card;(2) Transcribing services available to people with visual or physical disabilities. Print material not readily available in required format elsewhere may be transcribed into braille, electronic, or recorded formats;(3) Radio reading service Hawaii, a radio program established by the system for the special benefit of registered library customers of the library for the blind and physically handicapped;(4) Repair and maintenance of the National Library Service or library for the blind and physically handicapped issued equipment used by National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped customers and staff;(5) Technical assistance to the total program as well as orientation of library for the blind and physically handicapped services for library staff statewide;(6) Services to teachers or others who require information on services to eligible or potential library for the blind and physically handicapped customers;(7) Consultation and coordination of services to institutions serving individuals who are blind or physically handicapped; and(8) Informational tours of the library for the blind and physically handicapped.[Eff 1/2/96; am and comp 1/7/99; am and comp 05/24/2010] (Auth: HRS §§ 302A-1120, 312-1) (Imp: 2 U.S.C. §§135a, 135b; HRS § 312-1)