Doha: Qatar National Library (QNL) has extended the timing as part of fourth phase of easing of restrictions imposed to curb the spread of COVID-19 pandemic.
The Library said that it will now allow people in three times slots.
“Only 100 people will be allowed in the building during the 8am to 10am time slot and 150 people during the other two time slots (10.30am to 2.30pm and 3.30pm to 7.30pm),” the Library announced on its website.
Earlier during COVID-19 restrictions time, only 100 people were allowed in the building during each time slot and there was only two daily slots (9am to 11am and 12pm to 2pm), with formal and informal gatherings restricted to five people.
The Library visit will continue to be by appointment only, the Library said, adding, “To borrow books, you need to request them in advance at least 2 working days before the time slot you’ve booked for your Library visit. You will need your Library ID to self-checkout these books.”
“Also only books can be borrowed from the Library for the time being. No borrowing of DVDs, CDs, iPads, headphones, chargers, or any other equipment is permitted for safety reasons,” said the Library.
For everyone’s safety, visitors will be allowed into the building only if they fulfil the following conditions which include, a confirmation of their slot booking through the form, age is between 13 and 60, having a green status on the Ehteraz app, temperature of no more than 37.8 degrees Celsius and have a face mask or shield.
The Library also advised people to follow the social distancing rules everywhere in the Library and stand only on designated stickers whenever queuing.
Social gatherings of more than 10 people are strictly restricted in the Library and will be monitored by our security, it added.
“No public group tours will be conducted in the Library, including the Heritage Library Exhibition Area, until further notice. Individual visits are permitted by appointment only through the booking form, and all health precautions must be followed,” said the Library.
