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Overview

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• About View
  • This is a Learning Disability and Forensic Service Ward.
  • Services available in the venue include: a Clinical Room, a Female Lounge, a Lounge, an IS Day Room, a Sensory Room, a Calm Lounge & Faith Room, and a Visitors Room.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • The nearest train station is Radlett.
  • 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 access via a steep slope at the most accessible entrance.
  • The most accessible entrance is also the main entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • Seating is available.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is a designated safe space which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • The designated safe space is located along the corridor, to the right as you enter the ward.
  • There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: phone charging points.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located straight ahead as you enter.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a left hand transfer space.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • The washroom facilities with adaptations are located along the corridor to the left and along the corridor to the right.

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Bowlers Green Parking

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located off Harper Lane.
  • 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 and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 227cm (width) x 472cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to one side and the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 130cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 30m from the ward entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight slope.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.

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4 Bowlers Green - Learning Disability and Forensic Service Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the building.
• 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 slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a steep gradient.
• There is an intercom at a height of 91cm.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 100cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is a second, single manual door.
• The door opens towards you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 125cm.

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4 Bowlers Green - Learning Disability and Forensic Service Reception

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• Location View
  • The reception is located to the right as you enter via the first door.
  • The distance from the first door 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 94cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • The reception has screens and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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Getting Around

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• Access View
  • There is step-free level access throughout walkways.
• Circulation View
  • There are manual doors along circulation routes.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signage is consistent throughout.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Standard Bedroom and Ensuite

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• Bedroom Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located along the corridor, to the left as you enter the ward.
  • The distance from the ward entrance is 19m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • Entry to the room is by a key lock.
  • The height of the key lock is 95cm.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a single bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 63cm from the floor.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
  • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a desk and a table.
  • The following is also available in this bedroom: TV with subtitles.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
• Ensuite Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The width of the opening is 93cm.
• Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 348cm (width) x 158cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 102cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser has a low colour contrast.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • The wash basin has push taps.
  • Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and a shelf.
  • 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.
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • There is a fixed shower head.
  • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
  • There is no shower seat.
  • There are no grab rails for the shower.
  • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.

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Clinical Room

• The room surveyed was the Clinical Room.
• The room is located along the corridor, to the left as you enter the ward.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open 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 83cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• 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 walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 179cm.
• Furniture available in this room includes: height adjustable 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.

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Visitors Room

• The room is located to the left as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 3m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• 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.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• 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: coffee tables.
• None of the tables are fixed.
• 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.

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Female Lounge

• The room is located along the corridor, to the left as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 22m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
• 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.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 93cm.
• 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: sofas.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television.
• 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.

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Dining Room

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• Location and Access View
  • The Dining Room is located along the corridor, to the right as you enter the ward.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access to this area.
• 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.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The surface height of some of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under some of 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.

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Lounge

• The lounge is located along the corridor, to the right as you enter the ward.
• There is step-free level access into the lounge.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 85cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Seating available in the lounge includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and sofas.
• Furniture available in the lounge 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 a TV.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Calm Lounge and Faith Room

• The room is located along the corridor, to the right as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 11m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
• 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.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• 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 walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
• Furniture available in this room includes: height adjustable tables.
• None of the tables are fixed.
• The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television.
• 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.

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Sensory Room

• The room is located along the corridor, to the right as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 13m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
• 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.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 81cm.
• 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: armchairs and stools.
• Furniture available in this room includes: coffee tables.
• None of the tables are fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels vary due to there being different types of lights in the space.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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IS Day Room

• The room is located along the corridor, to the right as you enter the ward.
• The distance from the ward entrance is 14m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
• 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.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 83cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• 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 walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Seating available in this room includes: sofas and stools.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television.
• 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.

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Bathroom with Adaptations (Toilet and Height Adjustable Bath)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bathroom surveyed is located along the corridor, to the right as you enter the ward.
  • The distance from the ward entrance is 19m.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
  • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 338cm (width) x 237cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however the left side is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 125cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 182cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the right transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The vertical grab rails have a high colour contrast.
  • There are dropdown grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown grab rails have a high 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 cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 85cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has push taps.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 80cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high 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 medium colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 108cm 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 low colour contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 133cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The bathroom has 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.
  • The bathroom has a height adjustable bath with an overhead shower.
  • The bath has push controls.
  • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
  • The shower controls are push.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located straight ahead as you enter the ward.
  • The distance from the ward entrance is 3m.
• 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 and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 147cm (width) x 161cm (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.
  • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
  • There is no dropdown grab rail for the toilet.
  • The toilet seat is 49cm 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 89cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has sensor taps.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 83cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high 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 low colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 123cm 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 low colour contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 86cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is no mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has no disposal facilities.
  • 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.