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COVID-19 Information (Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust)

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Introduction

• Services / facilities within the building include consultation/treatment rooms and a restaurant.
• Services / facilities within the grounds include the outdoor test circuit.

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Thursday 08:30 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 16:30.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
• This venue is situated in Preston.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Preston.

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Parking (Car Park A)

• This venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is free for all patients attending the centre with an appointment.
• The car park is at the rear of the venue.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• There are 10+ designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.5m x 5.5m (11ft 5in x 18ft ).
• The nearest designated bay is 22m (24yd) from the accessible entrance.
• The furthest designated bay is 50m (55yd) from the accessible entrance.
• The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
• The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
• The patron does not have to cross a road.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• There is not a designated drop off point.
• There is an intercom system to reception whereby requests for staff to assist is available.

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Outside Access (Accessible Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the rear of the venue.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main door(s) open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• The door opening is 104cm (3ft 5in) wide.

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Level Change (Accessible Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located leading to the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is moderate.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.
• There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
• The ramp or slope does bypass the step(s).
• There is a / are step(s) to access this area / service.
• The step(s) is / are located leading to the entrance.
• There is / are 6 step(s) to the area / service.
• The step(s) is / are clearly marked.
• The step(s) is / are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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  • There is also a level area midway along the ramp.

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Outside Access (Stepped Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 132cm (4ft 4in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open away from you (push).
  • The doors are double width.
  • The doors are heavy.
  • The door opening is 140cm (4ft 7in) wide.

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Level Change (Stepped Entrance)

• There are steps to access this area / service.
• The steps are located in front of the entrance.
• There is / are 4 step(s) to the area / service.
• The steps are not clearly marked.
• The steps are medium.
• The steps do have handrails.
• The handrails are on both sides.

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Reception

• The desk is 22m (24yd 2in) from the accessible entrance.
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is high (110cm+).
• The desk has a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk is generally staffed.
• The lighting levels are bright.
• There is not a prescription box.
• There is a bell to attract attention.
• The bell is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk.

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  • Photograph 1 shows the Patient Reception.
  • Photograph 2 shows the PBC Reception.

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Inside Access

• There is level access to the service.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is available only on request.
• The system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• This venue does play background music.
• Route finding signage is available.
• The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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  • There are grab rails on the main corridor throughout the building.

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Waiting Room / Area

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is 14m (15yd 11in) from the accessible entrance.
• There is level access into the waiting room / area.
• There are doors into the waiting room / area.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are single width.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• The door opening is 102cm (3ft 4in) wide.
• The type of flooring is vinyl.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs with armrests are available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Announcements are in person.
• There is a television.
• Subtitles are available.
• Vending machines are not available.
• There is not a children's play area.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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  • There is a pager system in use.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Wheelchair Assessment Room)

• There are 2 consultation/treatment rooms available.
• The room surveyed was Paediatric Wheelchair Assessment Room.
• The consultation / treatment room is 60m (66yd) from the accessible entrance .
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There are doors into the consultation / treatment room.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.
• The type of flooring is vinyl.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair is not adjustable.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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  • There are 17 consultation/treatment and similar rooms within the centre.
  • There are the following rooms within the centre:
  • - 2 Wheelchair Assessment Rooms
  • - 9 Fitting Rooms
  • - 1 Psychologist
  • - 1 Consultants Room
  • - 1 Physiotherapy
  • - 1 Nurses Room
  • - 2 Cast Rooms.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Consultation Rooms)

• There are 2 consultation/treatment rooms available.
• The room surveyed was PT Interview Room.
• The consultation / treatment room is 24m (26yd 9in) from the accessible entrance.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There are doors into the consultation / treatment room.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 75cm (2ft 6in) wide.
• The type of flooring is carpet.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Prosthetic Fitting Rooms)

• There are 10 consultation/treatment rooms available.
• The room surveyed was Prosthetic Fiitting Room 2.
• The consultation / treatment room is 38m (42yd) from the accessible entrance .
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There are doors into the consultation / treatment room.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are single width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in) wide.
• The type of flooring is vinyl.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair is not adjustable.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Physiotherapy)

• There are 1 consultation/treatment rooms available.
• The room surveyed was Physiotherapy.
• The consultation / treatment room is 28m (30yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There are doors into the consultation / treatment room.
• The main doors open away from you (push).
• The doors are double width.
• The doors are heavy.
• The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.
• The type of flooring is vinyl.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair is not adjustable.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Restaurant Bar Internal

• The following information is for the restaurant.
• Once inside, there is level access to the service.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs have armrests.
• The nearest table is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 38cm (1ft 3in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 105cm (3ft 5in).
• Menus are wall only.
• Menus are not available in Braille.
• Menus are not available in large print.
• Picture menus are not available.
• Menus are clearly written.
• Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
• The type of food served here is hot and cold snacks.

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  • There is a wall-mounted, height adjustable table within the restaurant.

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Changing Places

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• Location and access View
  • The facility is located off the main corridor.
  • The facility is 65m (71yd 3in) from the accessible entrance.
  • There is level access to the facility.
• Dimensions and features View
  • You do not need a key for the facility.
  • The dimensions of the facility are 420cm x 420cm (13ft 9in x 13ft 9in).
  • The facility changing bench is free standing.
  • The facility changing bench height is adjustable.
  • The length of the bench is 210cm (6ft 11in).
  • The facility hoist is powered overhead.
  • The overhead hoist covers all areas in cubicle.
  • The sling is attached to the hoist by hook.
  • The facility toilet is peninsular.
  • The transfer space on the left as you face the toilet is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • The transfer space on the right as you face the toilet is 250cm (8ft 2in).
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • Drop down rails are provided.
  • As you face the toilet the drop down rails are on both sides.
  • The type of sink is fixed.
  • Wall mounted hand rails are available at the sink.
  • As you face the sink, rails are available on both sides.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • A privacy screen is not available.
  • Wide tear off paper roll is available.
  • The facility has a non slip floor.
  • A functioning emergency alarm is available.
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  • Baby change facilities are located within the venue.
  • The baby change facilities are located within the changing place.
  • The height of the baby change table once extended is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the baby change facility.
  • The room also has a showering facility for attending patients.

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Accessible Toilet (Restaurant)

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is located next to the restaurant.
  • The accessible toilet is 25m (27yd 1ft) from the accessible entrance.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 190cm x 420cm (6ft 3in x 13ft 9in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • The emergency alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are bright.
• Comments View
  • The door is automatic.
  • The toilet is locked by a push pad on the wall.
  • There are several similar adapted toilets located throughout the centre.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are not available.

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Additional Info Health

• These photographs show the play room.