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Getting To (Acorn Children's Unit)

• The most accessible route from the Car Park 1 Blue Badge bays has step-free level access.
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• Access to the Acorn Children's Unit is via the main hospital entrance.
• There is not a drop-off point at this entrance.
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• The Acorn Children's Unit is located on the lower ground floor of the main hospital building.
• The Acorn Children's Unit is approximately 10m from the Lift 11.
• Enter via the main hospital entrance and head to the right past reception.
  Turn left onto the main hospital corridor.
  Continue ahead to Lift 11, and take the lift down to the lower ground floor.
  On exiting the lift, head right and the entrance to the Acorn Children's Unit is ahead on the left.
• Internally the most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and doors permanently held open.
• Some flooring along the route is shiny .
• There are resting areas along the route.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The following toilet facilities are available along the route; a toilet with adaptations (with right hand transfer), a toilet with adaptations (with left hand transfer) and standard toilets.
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Parking (Car Park 1)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Hospital Road.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
  • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
  • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 11m from the main hospital entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
  • There are 5 clearly marked steps from the standard bays in the car park to the hospital main entrance that can be bypassed by going back through the car park and round to the right. The steps are 15cm in height and have handrails on both sides.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors only.
  • Parking is not free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is restricted to 5 hours. No return within 3 hours.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • Payment machines are located in the centre of the car park.
  • There is a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a level manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user in front of the payment machine (185cm x 210cm).
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • There is 1 electric vehicle charging point.
  • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 240cm (width) x 470cm (depth).
  • The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The charging points require tap and pay (contactless payment).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance (Main Entrance)

• This entrance is located off Hospital Road.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free access via a very easy ramp at the entrance.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 113cm.
• There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
• The door opens by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 117cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors .
• The second set of doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 156cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Exit (Main Entrance)

• The exit area is clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the exit.
• There is a single automatic door at this exit.
• The door opens by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 128cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors .
• The second set of doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 115cm.
• The second set of doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you exit.

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Lift (Junction 13 - No.11)

• The lift surveyed is located along the main corridor at junction 13.
• The distance from the main entrance is 445m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
• The lower ground and ground floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a medium visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 99cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 180cm (width) x 301cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

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Ward (Acorn Children's Unit)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a children's ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There are 2 bays available.
  • There are 19 side rooms available.
  • There are 20+ beds in total on the ward.
  • There are 2 consultation/medical rooms available.
• Location and Access View
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into this ward.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 138cm.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 136cm.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 133cm.
• Getting Around View
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Reception / Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the desk is 73cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Facilities and Services View
  • Seating available on the ward includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The hoist is mobile.
  • There is a relatives' room for the ward.
  • The following facilities are available for patients: washrooms.
  • The following facilities are available for visitors: standard toilets and washrooms.
• Visiting Hours View
  • There are no set visiting times, please contact the ward in advance.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Acorn Children's Unit - Patients)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • The shower facilities which have adaptations are located in the bays and by the treatment rooms.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Acorn Children's Unit - Visitors)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared step-free toilet facilities are located by the Parents Room.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • Standard shower facilities are located in the Parents Room.

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Seating Area (By Treatment Rooms)

• The seating area is located along the ward corridor, by the Treatment Rooms.
• The most accessible route to the seating area has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Treatment Room)

• There are 2 consultation/medical rooms available.
• The room surveyed was; Treatment Room.
• The room is located along the ward corridor.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
• There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has a locked extension leaf.
• The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 89cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is not space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 174cm.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• Some furniture is fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Room (Play Room)

• The room is located along the ward corridor.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 5m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has an open extension leaf.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 132cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests and benches.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a play area.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Entrance (Outdoor Play Area)

• This entrance is located in the Play Room.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked or bolted.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The doors open away from you.
• The width of the opening is 80cm.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free access via slope as you enter.
• The slope has a slight gradient.

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Outdoor Spaces (Outdoor Play Area)

• The following is available in this area: a playground with play equipment.
• Outdoor areas consist of concrete or tarmac and artificial grass.
• There are footpaths throughout.
• The majority of the paths are not wide enough for wheelchair users.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.

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• Playground View
  • There is a route around the play equipment which is firm and even, but is less than 180cm wide.
  • The play equipment is within easy reach for seated and standing users and users of different heights.
  • The following play experiences are available: sliding and social play.

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Room (Parents Room)

• The room is located along the unit corridor.
• The distance from Acorn Children's Unit entrance is 5m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and narrow walkways.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 75cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is patterned.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and sofas.
• Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Kitchen (Parents Room)

• The kitchen is located in the Parents Room.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
• The width of the opening is 71cm.
• There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The work surface is 93cm from the floor.
• Under counter cupboards are available.
• The sink is 93cm from the floor.
• A lowered sink is not available.
• The sink has a lever tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a microwave and a kettle.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: stools.
• Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
• The tables are fixed.
• The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Quiet Room)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Quiet Room.
• The room is located at the rear of the bay.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door has an open extension leaf.
• The door opens outwards.
• The width of the opening is 138cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 135cm.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Ensuite with Adaptations (Quiet Room - Shower Room)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 92cm.
  • Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door .
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 300cm (width) x 202cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 230cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a wall sensor flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The ensuite has no disposal facilities.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The ensuite has a wheel-in shower.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
  • There is a fixed height shower head.
  • The shower controls are sensor.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The shower grab rail has a high visual contrast.

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Bathroom with Adaptations (Bay - Shower Room)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bathroom surveyed is located at the rear of the bay.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens by sliding and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
  • The door has no lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door .
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 250cm (width) x 228cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 182cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a spatula flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 71cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin rails have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 83cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 134cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The bathroom has a clinical waste bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The bathroom has a wheel-in shower.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There are grab rails for the shower.
  • The shower grab rails have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.

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Bathroom with Adaptations (Corridor - Shower Room)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bathroom surveyed is located along the ward corridor, by the Treatment Rooms.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door .
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 205cm (width) x 250cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 124cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 68cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 96cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 103cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The bathroom has a clinical waste bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The bathroom has a wheel-in shower.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.