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Overview - Health (Bradford Royal Infirmary)

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• About View
  • This is an acute hospital with multiple outpatient departments, wards and other services.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: a restaurant, café, pharmacy, shops, a Changing Places facility and public toilets.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • There is a drop-off point.
  • The nearest train station is Frizinghall.
  • This station has step-free access.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • The most accessible entrance is the Left Side Entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a steep ramp at the main entrance.
  • There are 4 other entrances.
  • 3 of the other entrances have step-free access via slope.
  • 1 of the other entrances has step-free level access.
  • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the majority of internal circulation corridors.
  • There is a manual door along one of the circulation routes.
  • Access throughout may include moveable physical obstructions.
  • Levels 0 to 4 can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • Seating is available.
  • There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: an ATM machine, a pay phone, phone charging points and Wi-Fi.

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Getting Around (Bradford Royal Infirmary)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free access between floors via lift.
  • There are several slight and steep ramps and slopes throughout the internal circulation corridors.
  • There is a long very easy slope along the left side hospital corridor, on Level 1.
  • There are several slight and steep slopes along the right side hospital corridor, on Level 1.
  • There is a very easy slope along the Level 0 main hospital corridor.
  • There are multiple slight slopes along the left side hospital corridor, on Level 2.
  • Access to the right side of the hospital in Level 2 is via a very easy slope.
  • There is a very easy slope along the right side Level 3 main hospital corridor.
  • There is a slight slope along the left side hospital corridor, on Level 3.
  • There are several slight ramps along the main hospital corridor, on Level 4.
  • There is not step-free level access throughout.
  • The following areas have step-free access via slopes: the majority of internal circulation corridors.
• Circulation View
  • There is a manual door along one of the 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 and patterned.
  • There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs with armrests, sofas, benches and stools.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Lift (Lift 33 - Smith Lane Entrance)

• The lift surveyed is located ahead as you enter the Smith Lane Accessible Entrance.
• The distance from the Smith Lane Accessible Entrance is 4m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • The raised section of Level 1, and Levels 1 to 2 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high 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 1000kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • 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 100cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 157cm (width) x 139cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • The lift has a separate door to exit.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Stairs (Smith Lane Entrance)

• The stairs are located ahead as you enter the Smith Lane Entrance.
• The raised section of Level 1, and Levels 1 to 2 can be accessed by these stairs.
• 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 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.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Lift (Lift 23 - Left Side Entrance)

• The lift surveyed is located on the left side of the main hospital building, to the left as you enter via the Left Side Entrance.
• The distance from the Left Side Entrance is 33m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Doors are held open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Levels 2 to 4 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high 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 2500kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • 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 129cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 171cm (width) x 264cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Stairs (Left Side Entrance)

• The stairs are located along the left side corridor as you enter via the Left Side Entrance.
• Levels 2 to 4 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
• There are handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Lift (Lift 3 - Left Side Corridor)

• The lift surveyed is located ahead and to the right as you enter via the Left Side Entrance.
• The distance from the Left Side Entrance is 18m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• There is an automatic door along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Levels 0 to 4 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high 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 1425kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • 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 110cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 121cm (width) x 242cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and an intercom hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Stairs (Left Side Corridor)

• The stairs are located ahead and to the right as you enter via the Left Side Entrance.
• Levels 0 - 4 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There is a permanently held open door to access the stairwell.
• There is a handrail on the right going up.
• The handrail is easy to grip.
• The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrail extends horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Lift (Lift 7 - Central Left)

• The lift surveyed is located along the main hospital corridor, on the left side of the building.
• The distance from the Main Entrance is 41m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Doors are held open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Levels 1 to 3 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high 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 1425kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • 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 109cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 122cm (width) x 245cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Stairs (Central Left)

• The stairs are located along the main hospital corridor, on the left side of the building.
• Levels 1 to 3 can be accessed by these stairs.
• 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 step markings are not clearly visible.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Lift (Lift 12 - Central Right)

• The lift surveyed is located along the main hospital corridor, on the right side of the building.
• The distance from the Main Entrance is 17m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Doors are held open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Levels 0 to 3 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high 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 1425kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • 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 104cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 123cm (width) x 274cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Stairs (Central Right)

• The stairs are located along the main hospital corridor, on the right side of the building.
• Levels 0 to 3 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
• 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 step markings are not clearly visible.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Lift (Lift 15 - Right Side Corridor)

• The lift surveyed is located along the main hospital corridor, on the right side of the building.
• The distance from the Main Entrance is 73m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has a very easy ramp.
• Doors are held open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Levels 0 to 3 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high 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 1425kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • Some of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 115cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 128cm (width) x 262cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

You are on Stairs (Right Side Corridor). Skip to the next section.

Stairs (Right Side Corridor)

• The stairs are located along the main hospital corridor, on the right side.
• Levels 0 to 3 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
• 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 step markings are not clearly visible.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm-45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Lift (Lift 17 - ENT Outpatients)

• The lift surveyed is located on the right side of the hospital.
• The distance from the Main Entrance is 157m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has steep slopes.
• Doors are held open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Levels 0 to 4 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high 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 1600kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • Some of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 114cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 148cm (width) x 230cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and an intercom hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

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Stairs (ENT Outpatients)

• The stairs are located at the end of the right side corridor.
• Levels 0 to 4 can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are double manual doors to access the stairwell.
• There are handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The step markings are not clearly visible.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.