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Getting To (NIHR - Discovery Unit)

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• Access to NIHR - Discovery Unit is via the main entrance.
• There is not a drop-off point at this entrance.
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• NIHR - Discovery Unit is located within Level 8 of the Southwood Building.
• NIHR - Discovery Unit is approximately 110m from the main entrance.
• Enter through the main entrance, and take lift 5 or 6, in the Morgan Stanley Building, to level 2.
  Take a left to exit the lift lobby and carry on straight ahead, past the reception.
  Follow the corridor and take a right at the end.
  Carry on along the main hospital corridor and take a right at the Southwood building entrance.
  Walk along the corridor, past the slight ramp to lift 5 and take the lift to level 8 of the Southwood Building.
  The entrance to NIHR - Discovery Unit is located on the left.
• Internally the most accessible route has a lift, slight ramps or slopes, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
• Some flooring along the route is shiny.
• There are not resting areas along the route.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The following toilet facilities are available along the route; a changing places facility, a toilet with adaptations (with left hand transfer) and standard toilets.
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Parking (Guilford Street On-street Parking)

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• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
• Public Parking View
  • On-street designated Blue Badge parking and standard parking is available.
  • The on-street designated Blue Badge parking bays are located on Guilford Street.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.

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Entrance (Main Entrance)

• This entrance is located off Guilford Street.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• 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 is an intercom at a height of 104cm.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 85cm.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 134cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• This entrance gives access to the street level of the hospital.

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Lift (Morgan Stanley Building - Lift 5)

• The lift surveyed is located to the right, as you enter the main entrance.
• The distance from the main entrance is 7m.
• 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
  • Levels S and 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 2,000kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile 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 150cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 148cm (width) x 276cm (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.
  • The lift has a separate door to exit.
  • 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 vary in size.

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Lift (Southwood Building - Lift 5)

• The lift surveyed is located to the right as you enter the Southwood Building via Level 2.
• The distance from the Southwood Building entrance is 29m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has a slight ramp.
• Doors are held open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 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 1,000kg.
  • 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 100cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 120cm (width) x 215cm (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, an intercom hearing assistance system and a mirror to aid reversing.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

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Ward (NIHR - Discovery Unit)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a research and clinical trial ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There are 10 side rooms available.
  • There are 10 beds in total on the ward.
  • There are 10+ consultation/medical rooms available.
  • Consultations and treatments take place within the side rooms.
• 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 124cm.
  • There are double automatic doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 129cm.
• Getting Around View
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and automatic doors.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
• Reception / Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the desk is 76cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Facilities and Services View
  • There is a clearly signed portable hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • The hoist is mobile.
  • There is a relatives' room for the ward.
  • The following facilities are available for patients: toilets with adaptations, a washroom and a changing places facility.
  • The following facilities are available for visitors: toilets with adaptations, a washroom and a changing places facility.
• Visiting Hours View
  • There are set visiting times for the ward.
  • Visiting times are 08:00 - 18:00.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (NIHR - Discovery Unit)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located on the right as you enter NIHR - Discovery Unit.
  • All toilets with adaptations have a left hand transfer space.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • The changing facilities which have adaptations are located to the right along the NIHR - Discovery Unit corridor.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the changing place facility, on the right along to the right along the NIHR - Discovery Unit corridor.

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Reception (NIHR - Discovery Unit)

• The reception is located to the right as you enter NIHR - Discovery Unit.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 74cm.
• There is a portable hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
• The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Bedroom with Adaptations (Investigation Room 1)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located along the main NIHR (Discovery Unit) corridor, to the rear right.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access, manual doors and automatic doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a single bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 57cm from the floor.
  • The space under the bed is 20cm from the floor.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • The following is available in this bedroom: a chair with armrests, a height adjustable bed, a height adjustable desk, bedside plug sockets, a desk, an additional single bed and a TV with subtitles.
  • There is a push button emergency alarm.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • This bedroom does not have an adjoining room.
  • There is a washbasin in the room, at a height of 80cm. The taps are sensor.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Height and Weight)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Height and Weight.
• The room is located to the right, past the NIHR - Discovery Unit reception.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, manual doors and automatic doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• The width of the opening is 110cm.
• 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 low visual contrast.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The tables are fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the function/event .
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Room (Kid's Play Area / Waiting Area)

• The room is located to the right as you enter NIHR - Discovery Unit.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, automatic doors and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• 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 flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: sofas, benches and stools.
• Furniture available in the room includes: height adjustable tables and tables.
• Some seating is fixed.
• 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 television with subtitles.
• There may be background noise in this room.
• Announcements are in person.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Room (Parents' Lounge and Kitchen)

• The room is located to the left when you enter NIHR - Discovery Unit.
• The most accessible route to the room has manual doors, step-free level access and automatic doors.
• 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 83cm.
• 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.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests, armchairs and stools.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of some surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television with subtitles and a wash basin.
• There may be background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Ensuite with Adaptations (Investigation Room 1- Ensuite)

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• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening to the ensuite is 84cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a medium visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 221cm (width) x 121cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
  • There is a wall sensor flush 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 visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the left as you face the toilet.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low 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 90cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 80cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 94cm from the floor.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin and a clinical waste bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 144cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • The ensuite has a shower cubicle.
  • There is an adjustable shower head.
  • The shower controls are twist/turn.
  • There is a flip-down shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 51cm from the floor.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The shower grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • The step into the shower has a height of 23cm.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the right when you enter NIHR - Discovery Unit.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, manual doors and automatic doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens both ways and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 76cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 182cm (width) x 261cm (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, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 99cm (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 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 low 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 82cm 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 sensor tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 97cm 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 130cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 143cm and 108cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Changing Places (Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Changing Places facility surveyed is located to the right when you enter NIHR - Discovery Unit.
  • The Changing Places toilet is in addition to other toilet facilities.
  • The most accessible route to the Changing Places facility has step-free level access, manual doors and automatic doors.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens both ways and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 95cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 297cm (width) x 288cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (180cm x 180cm).
• Toilet Details View
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 60cm.
  • 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 medium visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 77cm from the floor.
• Changing Bench and Hoist Details View
  • The changing bench is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the changing bench is 200cm.
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead and accesses all areas.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a detachable shower head.
  • The shower controls are lever mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower, however it was tied up at the time of the survey.
• Other Facilities View
  • There is a fixed height wash basin.
  • The wash basin is 79cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 97cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 124cm from the floor.
  • A wide paper roll dispenser is not available.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The facility has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 143cm and 108cm from the floor.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • The Baby changing table height is 94cm.