At dbieb, we want you to feel welcome. After all, the library is open to everyone. We want to create a safe and pleasant atmosphere for all. So, we ask visitors to comply with our house rules and accept our terms and conditions. If you simply want to read books, newspapers or magazines: you can just walk in. The library is also a great place to find information and work. If you want to borrow items from the library, you will need a library card. To find out more, please ask our staff. 

If you fail to comply with our house rules, our staff may deny you entry, ask you to leave, or have you removed from the building. In all other instances, if safety and a pleasant atmosphere are being undermined, our staff may take any measures they consider necessary at the time. Theft, vandalism and other serious offences are always reported to the police.  

General Rules

• While at dbieb, please do not disturb others and treat everyone with respect.  
• Instructions from staff must always be followed immediately.  
• You may eat and drink as long as this does not disturb others and you do not make a mess or leave stains on library property or materials.  
• Chairs and tables must remain where they are and be used for their intended purpose.  
• Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a leash.  
• After use, please put items back where you found them or leave them in the ‘Just Returned’  section.  
• If you wish to listen to music, please use earbuds or headphones.  
• You may bring a handbag and one other bag into the library.  
• Staff may ask to search your bag(s). 
• You may take photographs and film for private use as long as this does not disturb others. If you wish to take photographs for professional use, please report to Reception.  
• Please keep a close eye on your personal belongings. dbieb is not responsible for lost or stolen property, including items left in lockers or rooms.  
• Our buildings are equipped with security cameras. If necessary, security footage may be handed over to the police. 

The don'ts

To keep dbieb a pleasant place for everyone, you must not:  

• Intentionally mark or damage or leave stains on rooms or property.   
• Play sound through electronic devices without earbuds or headphones.  
• Make improper use of sanitary facilities.   
• Leave personal belongings or rubbish behind.   
• Restrict access to the building, rooms or library materials.   
• Park or use bicycles, scooters or other wheeled vehicles inside the library.   
• Display or distribute stickers, posters or flyers.   
• Seek to collect signatures, money or goods.   
• Offer for sale or sell products or services.   
• Wear (or not wear) clothing in a way that poses a risk to safety.   
• Engage in violence, threatening behaviour, sexual harassment or discrimination of any kind.   
• View or distribute violent, discriminatory or pornographic media.   
• Vape or smoke in buildings or near entrances.  
• Use alcohol or drugs or engage in related activities.   
• Bring weapons or dangerous items into the library. 

With your help, we can ensure that dbieb remains a safe and pleasant place for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation!