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Pathology Sample Reception

St Helier Hospital, Wrythe Lane, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 1AA

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Getting To (Pathology Sample Reception)

  • The Pathology Sample Reception is/are located on the first floor of Block D.
  • Access to the Pathology Sample Reception is via the Block D - Main Entrance.
  • Enter via Block D - Main Entrance and use the lift on the left and go to the first floor. Exit the lift, turn left and head forward. The Pathology Sample Reception is located on the right.
  • There is step free access, via lift, to the Pathology Sample Reception.
  • The Pathology Sample Reception is approximately 4m from the lift.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.

Parking (Block D - Pathology - Blue Badge Parking)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the left hand side of the hospital site, next to Block D - Pathology.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 259cm (width) x 447cm (depth).
    • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
    • The nearest designated bay is 4m from the Block D - Pathology entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope.
    • This route has uneven surfaces and bollards.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for Blue Badge holders and staff permit holders only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • 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.

Entrance (Block D - Pathology Entrance)

  • This entrance is located to the side of Block D - Pathology, opposite Block C.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 108cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is step-free access via ramp as you enter.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
  • There are no handrails for the ramp.
  • The ramp is located between the first and second sets of doors at the entrance.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of Block D - Pathology.

Lift (Block D - Pathology Lift)

  • The lift surveyed is located on the left between the first and second sets of doors at the Block D - Pathology entrance.
  • The distance from the Block D - Pathology entrance is 2m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has a slight slope.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Standard Lift View
    • The ground floor, first floor, second floor and third floor 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 and Braille markings.
    • The control buttons have a low 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 147cm (width) x 209cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
    • The control buttons have a low 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 and an audible announcer.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Outside Access (Block D - Main Entrance)

  • Entrance Details View
    • This information is for the entrance located at the front of Block D.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
    • There is step free access at this entrance.
    • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
    • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
    • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
    • There is not a bell/buzzer.
    • There is not an intercom.
    • There is not a hand sanitiser.
    • There is not a door release button when exiting.
    • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 108cm.
    • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
    • There is a second set of doors.
    • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The width of the door opening is 88cm.

Counter (Pathology Sample Reception)

  • The Pathology Sample Reception is located on the first floor of Block D.
  • The counter is approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the Block D - Lift.
  • The counter is clearly visible from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the counter, via lift.
  • There is not a clear unobstructed route to the counter.
  • There are no windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the counter which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the counter are moderate to good.
  • The height of the counter is high (110cm+).
  • There is not sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Comments View
    • The out of hours drop off hatch is 143cm high.
    • The area below the counter is on a slight slope.

Toilet with Adaptations

  • There is not an/are not accessible toilet(s) available.
  • The nearest accessible toilet(s) is/are located within Block C.

Standard Toilet(s)

  • Standard toilet facilities are not available.
  • The nearest standard toilet(s) is/are located within Block C.

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