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Endoscopy Unit

Bradford Royal Infirmary, Smith Lane, Bradford, BD9 6DA

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Getting To (Endoscopy Unit)

Parking (Smith Lane - Overflow Car Park)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the rear of the hospital, opposite Gate 6 just off Smith Lane.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and block paving.
    • There are 10 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays have faded markings.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 229cm (width) x 482cm (depth).
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
    • The nearest designated bay is 11m from the Smith Lane - Accessible Entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has steep slopes.
    • This route has uneven surfaces, narrow walkways and bollards.
    • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for staff, visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders but not all users.
    • Blue Badge holders can scan their Blue Badge at a payment machine to receive free parking.
    • Payment machines are located in the centre of the car park and inside the main building.
    • There is not a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Drop-off Point (Endoscopy Unit)

  • A designated drop-off point is available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located outside the Endoscopy Unit, ahead and to the left as you enter via Gate 7.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the drop-off point.

Department / Service (Endoscopy Unit)

  • Location and Access View
    • The Endoscopy Unit is located to the rear of the hospital, on the right side.
    • There is not any signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access via lift into this area.
    • The lift bypasses steps.
    • There are 12 steps into this area.
    • There are handrails on both sides.
    • The handrails are easy to grip.
    • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
    • The steps are clearly marked.
    • The steps have tactile markings at the bottom.
    • The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the highest step is 17cm.
    • The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
    • There is an intercom at a height of 100cm.
    • There are double automatic doors.
    • The doors open by sliding.
    • The width of the opening is 123cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The doors have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a second, single automatic door.
    • The door opens by sliding.
    • The width of the opening is 118cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
    • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include moveable physical obstructions.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Facilities and Services View
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is a powered overhead hoist in this area.

Toilet and Changing Facilities (Endoscopy Unit)

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 7 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located along the internal circulation corridors, on the left side of reception and to the rear of the discharge lounge.
    • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
    • Additional Toilets with Adaptations area available within each of the 32 Patient Pods.

Lift (Outside Access - Platform Lift)

  • The lift surveyed is located to the left of the Endoscopy Unit Entrance.
  • The distance from the Endoscopy Unit Drop Off Point is 2m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has a slight slope.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has bollards.
  • This lift is an enclosed platform lift.
  • Enclosed Platform Lift View
    • The Endoscopy Unit Entrance can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a low colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 500kg.
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 86cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 88cm (width) x 121cm (depth).
    • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
    • None of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
    • The lift is slow moving.
    • The lift has a separate door to exit.
    • There is a steep ramp within the threshold of the door to access the lift.

Reception (Endoscopy Unit)

  • Location View
    • The reception is located ahead and to the right as you enter.
    • The distance from the Endoscopy Unit Entrance is 2m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the reception has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access to the reception.
    • The height of the reception desk is 127cm.
    • There is a lowered section at the desk.
    • The height of the lowered section is 74cm.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
    • Seating is fixed.

Seating Area (Capsule Endoscopy Waiting Area)

  • Location and Access View
    • The Capsule Endoscopy Waiting Area is located along the left side department corridor.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access to this area.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • There is a locked extension leaf.
    • The width of the opening is 79cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is not space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Consultation / Medical Room (Capsule Admissions)

  • The room surveyed was Capsule Admissions.
  • The room is located to the left of the Capsule Endoscopy Waiting Area.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
  • 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.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 75cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: desks.
  • 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.

Consultation / Medical Room (Patient Pod B10)

  • The room surveyed was Patient Pod B10.
  • The room is located along the left side department corridor, next to Staff Base B.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • 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.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • There is a locked extension leaf.
  • The width of the opening is 77cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the treatment table is 199cm.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs with armrests.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Consultation / Medical Room (Procedure Room 6)

  • The room surveyed was Procedure Room 6.
  • The room is located along the rear department corridor, on Level 1.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There are double manual doors.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 151cm.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • One of the doors is permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: desks.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Seating Area (Discharge Lounge)

  • Location and Access View
    • The discharge lounge is located along the front department corridor.
    • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access to this area.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • There is an open extension leaf.
    • The width of the opening is 125cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • Seating Area View
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
    • Seating is fixed.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Consultation / Medical Room (Post Interview 2)

  • The room surveyed was Post Interview 2.
  • The room is located on the left side of the discharge lounge.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
  • 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.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: desks.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • To exit the room there is an alternative door.
  • The door opens towards you and requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located ahead and to the left as you enter the Endoscopy Unit Entrance.
    • The distance from the Endoscopy Unit Entrance is 5m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a lever twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 217cm (width) x 158cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 150cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the left as you face the toilet.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the left as you face the toilet.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the left as you face the toilet.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 86cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 68cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 103cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 102cm from the floor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.