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Introduction (St Mary's Hospital - Lindon House)

• Services / facilities within the building include PMVA and RESUS Training Facilities, HESS Training Office, Moving and Handling, Human Resources, Recruitment and Workforce.

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Getting To The Hospital (St Mary's Hospital)

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• By Road View
  • St Marys Hospital is located on Green Hill Road to the east of Leeds and can be accessed via the M621, A64 and A64M and the A6110 Leeds Ring Road.
  • The hospital has 3 onsite car parks, the main car park which has one Blue Badge bay, the lower car park which has no Blue Badge bays and the Higher car park which has 1 Blue Badge bay.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is 240m away on Green Hill Road.
    It is served by buses 16 and 16A with direct routes to Seacroft, Pudsey and Leeds.
  • There is not an onsite bus stop.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Burley Park, located 2.5 miles away to the north east.
    The station has direct links to Leeds, York, Harrogate and the surrounding areas.
• Useful Links View
  • For more information on bus times please use the link below.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • For more information on train times, please use the link below.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance (St Mary's Hospital)

• There is not a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
• The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located Becklin Centre, Alma Street, Harehills, Leeds, LS9 7BE.
• The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 0113 855 6774.
• The email address for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is [email protected].
• There are not volunteers available for help and assistance at the hospital.
• Documents are available in an alternative format and can be provided to include: Braille, Braille on request, large print, large print on request, Makaton, Makaton on request, different languages, different languages on request, voice recognition CD, voice recognition CD on request, audio and audio on request.
• There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located to the side of the overflow car park.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available on request.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• A mobility scooter charging point is not available at the hospital.
• To view the Safe Place Accessibility Guide please click here.
• There is a Changing Places facility at this hospital which is located in Holly House Clinics.
• Additional hospital services link (new tab) - click here.

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Hospital Parking (Upper Car Park Lindon House)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located to the left of Lindon House.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 239cm x 466cm (7ft 10in x 15ft 3in).
  • There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
• Access to the Hospital View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are slopes/ramps.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the hospital entrance is not clearly signposted.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the Lindon House entrance.
• Comments View
  • The Blue Badge bay is located to the front of Lindon House.
  • There is a hatched zone to the right of the Blue Badge bay.

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Hospital Parking (Lower Car Park - Overflow for Poplar, Holly and Willow House)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located across the road from the main entrance of Poplar House.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is loose chippings.
  • There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
• Access to the Hospital View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is/are uneven surfaces.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.

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Hospital Parking (Main Car Park - Poplar, Holly and Willow House)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located at the front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 246cm x 422cm (8ft 1in x 13ft 10in).
  • There is a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
• Access to the Hospital View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Poplar House main entrance.

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Opening Times (Lindon House)

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

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Approach (Lindon House)

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• Approach View
  • The surface of the approach is stone/concrete tiles.
  • The approach surface is uneven in places.
• Ramp/Slope View
  • There is a ramp/slope on the approach.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent, has a steep gradient.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • The width of the ramp/slope is 140cm (4ft 7in).
• Comments View
  • This approach is from the car park to the entrance. Photographs 4, 5 and 6 show the view going up the slope back to the car park.

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Outside Access (Lindon House)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the front of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not 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 hand sanitiser.
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 81cm.
  • 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 74cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Comments View
  • To gain access via the 2nd entrance door the Instructions are given underneath the intercom.

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Getting Around (Lindon House)

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building.
• Circulation View
  • There are not doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • Handrails are provided in some corridors.
  • Seating is provided in some corridors.
  • There is high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Signage and Wayfinding View
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout the building.
  • The wayfinding signage does not include pictograms.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• Safe Place(s) View
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
• Audio View
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.

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Teaching/Seminar Room(s) (PMVA Room)

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Room / Area (PMVA Training Room)

• There is / are 1 room(s) / area(s) available.
• The name / number of the room / area surveyed was; PMVA.
• The room / area is approximately 8m from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the room / area.
• There is a/are door(s) into the room / area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) may be difficult to open.
• The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• 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(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are no chairs with armrests available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room / area.
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Room / Area (PMVA Classroom)

• There is / are 1 room(s) / area(s) available.
• The name / number of the room / area surveyed was; PMVA Classroom.
• The room / area is approximately 6m from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the room / area.
• There is a/are door(s) into the room / area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) may be difficult to open.
• The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
• 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.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are no chairs with armrests available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room / area.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Room / Area (Resus 1)

• There is / are 2 room(s) / area(s) available.
• The name / number of the room / area surveyed was; Resus 1.
• The room / area is approximately 13m from the main entrance.
• There is level access to the room / area.
• There is a/are door(s) into the room / area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
• The door(s) may be difficult to open.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• 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(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• There are no chairs with armrests available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room / area.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Washroom (Shower Room)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the service.
  • The washroom surveyed is located to the rear of the building.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 11m from the Lindon Building entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the service.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • There is written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 72cm (2ft 4in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 192cm x 155cm (6ft 4in x 5ft 1in).
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
  • There is not a mirror.
  • There is not a wash basin.
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Shower Details View
  • There is not a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located ahead from the main entrance and right at the end of the corridor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 44m from the Lindon House entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The visual contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is good.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 226cm x 250cm (7ft 5in x 8ft 2in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 170cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with lid) disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is good.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is poor.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 100cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 113cm (3ft 8in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is poor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Accessible Shower View
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum 150cm x 150cm turning space.
  • There is a shower unit with a detachable shower head.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The adjustable shower head cannot be placed between 105cm and 185cm when mounted.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The seat/chair is not height adjustable.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • Horizontal and/or dropdown rails are available on both sides of the shower seat.
  • The visual contrast between the shower rails and wall is good.
  • There is a vertical grab rail for the shower.
  • The visual contrast between the vertical grab rail(s) for the shower and wall is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm for the shower.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female toilet is located off the main corridor to the right.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 10m from the Lindon House entrance.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • The visual contrast between the internal toilet door(s) and wall(s) is good.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • Toilet seats do not have a good visual contrast.
  • It was not possible to access the male toilet.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 88cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser is located above and to the right of the basin.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
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