Sensory Room

General Policies: During times when the Sensory Room is open, the following policy will apply:

1. The Sensory Room is designed for users who are sensitive to typical sensory input.
2. Users of the Sensory Room will comply with all rules, procedures, and restrictions developed by the Union Public Library (UPL). This Sensory Room policy compliments and works in tandem with UPL’s Rules of Conduct and Unattended Children policies.
3. Room availability is subject to change. Advertised equipment may not always be available for use.
4. Children under ten years old are the responsibility of their parents or caregivers and may not be left unattended in the Sensory Room, as the Sensory Room contains a variety of equipment that requires supervision.
5. Items used in the Sensory Room are to be returned in the same condition as they were issued, barring normal wear and tear, and are not available for checkout.
6. The User agrees to take precautions to avoid causing unnecessary mess or damage in the Sensory Room. The User agrees to clean up after use, and to inform a staff member in the case of any issues.
7. If a User is having trouble with Sensory Room equipment, UPL staff will provide assistance; however, they may not be able to fix a problem immediately.
8. The User agrees that UPL is not responsible for any manufacturing defects or the quality of workmanship of any of the equipment in the Sensory Room.
9. Use of the UPL Sensory Room is intended for users to interact with a variety of multi-sensory items in a comfortable space. The equipment in the room is not intended to replace any prescribed therapies.
10. Violation of these rules, the Library Rules of Conduct, and the responsibilities and agreements set forth in these policies may result in loss of library privileges. Willful misuse of the equipment will result in loss of use privileges.
11. Visitors will adhere to appropriate occupancy limits as noted by the Library.
12. The Sensory Room may not be used by professionals to conduct any form of therapies.
13. The User agrees that if any piece of equipment becomes unsafe or in a state of disrepair, they will immediately discontinue use of the item and notify a UPL staff member.
14.  Users must immediately report any accident/incident that occurs in the Sensory Room to a UPL staff member.

Approved by the Union Public Library Board of Trustees on October 28, 2025.