Library Speed Gates Cause Long Queues

Students queuing in front of the library to pass through the speed gates.

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SUBANG JAYA | The implementation of speed gates at the Taylor's University library, which requires the scanning of student ID cards to enter and exit the library, has resulted in occasional long queues at its entrance. This is because students often have problems when they scan their student ID cards. “It is quite sensitive, so if you place your card wrongly on the scanner, it would not detect your card,” said Taylor's Law School student, Lavania Xavier, 22. “If one student has trouble using the speed gate’s scanner, it slows down the entering and exiting process; resulting in long queues inside and outside the library,” said School Of Communication student, Aida Amalia bt. Mahyuddin, 22. However, Senior Librarian Wilmina Lee said students find it difficult to enter the library because they do not adhere to the provided instruction on where to stand and scan their IDs. “The gates only allow registered Taylor’s staffs and students to access the library and its facilities as it is their privilege and for security purposes as well,” said Lee. Library Assistant Manager, Stephanie Koh Hean Fong said there have been no more theft cases since the implementation of speed gates. She added that students should not have a problem with the speed gates as they are similar to the LRT’s scanning system. “The only problem is that the size of the scanners is smaller compared to the LRT system due to limited space,” said Koh. She also warned students not to share their IDs with others as it can cause disputes. “There is only one entry and one exit per student. “If a student is ever found misusing his or her ID, it will be confiscated,” said Koh.

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