Access Guide
Getting To The Hospital (The Mount)
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By Road
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- The Mount is located in the north west of Leeds on Hyde Terrace.
It can be accessed via the A58M. - There is a visitors car park in front of the hospital.
The visitors car park has 2 Blue Badge bays and limited standard car parking bays.
- The Mount is located in the north west of Leeds on Hyde Terrace.
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By Bus
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- The nearest bus stop is 250m away on Clarendon Way.
It is served by bus 5 electric. - There is not an onsite bus stop.
- The nearest bus stop is 250m away on Clarendon Way.
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By Train
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- Leeds City station is 1.5 miles away, to the south east.
Leeds City station has direct links to the east coast main line and local services to the surrounding areas.
- Leeds City station is 1.5 miles away, to the south east.
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Useful Links
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- 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).
Getting Help and Assistance (The Mount)
- There is not a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
- 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 on request, large print on request, Makaton on request, different languages on request, voice recognition CD on request and audio on request.
- There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
- Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
- 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.
- Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs, walking frames, mobile hoists, hoist slings and adjustable beds.
- To obtain mobility aids please contact any ward or the main reception desk.
Hospital Parking (The Mount)
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Parking
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- The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
- The car park is located at the front of the hospital, on Hyde Terrace.
- The car park type is open air/surface.
- The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
- The car park does 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 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 231cm x 482cm (7ft 7in x 15ft 10in).
- 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.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is not a designated drop-off point.
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Paying
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- There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
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Access to the Hospital
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- 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 dropped kerbs.
- The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
- The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the Mount main building entrance.
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Comments
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- There is an intercom at the barrier to exit at a height of 95cm.
Getting To (Mother and Baby Unit)
- The Mother and Baby Unit is/are located on the ground floor of the Mount building.
- Access to the Mother and Baby Unit is via the Mount main entrance.
- From the Mount main entrance, proceed directly ahead.
The entrance to the Mother and Baby Unit is located just to the left of the reception desk. - There is step free access to the Mother and Baby Unit.
- The Mother and Baby Unit is approximately 5m from the Mount main entrance.
- There are resting areas along the route.
- Wayfinding signage is not 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.
Outside Access (The Mount Main Entrance)
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Entrance Details
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- This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
- The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
- There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
- There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
- There are bollards outside this entrance.
- The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 348cm.
- The bollard(s) has/have a high visual contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
- The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
- There is a bell/buzzer.
- The height of the bell/buzzer is 120cm (3ft 11in).
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 132cm (4ft 4in).
- There is not a hand sanitiser.
- There is not a door release button when exiting.
- The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The width of the door opening is 158cm.
- There is a second set of doors.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 158cm.
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Ramp/Slope Details
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- The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
- The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
Reception (Main Reception)
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Reception
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- The reception point is located ahead as you enter via the Mount main entrance.
- The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the Mount main entrance.
- The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
- There is step free access to the reception point.
- There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
- There are windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
- The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
- The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
- The height of the reception 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 a hearing assistance system.
- The type of system is a portable loop.
- The hearing assistance system is signed.
- Staff are trained to use the hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
- The hearing assistance system was tested on 03/07/2023.
- The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
- Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the reception area.
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Reception Waiting Area
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- There is a waiting area close to the reception point.
- Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
- The type of flooring is carpet.
- There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
- There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
- There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
- There is not a television.
- Vending machines are available.
- A water dispenser is available.
- There is a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
- There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Comments
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- There is a lowered section of the reception desk at a height of 81cm.
- There is space to write/sign documents on the lowered section.
Ward (Mother and Baby Unit)
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Ward Information
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- This is a/an maternity ward.
- This is a female ward.
- There is/are 0 bay(s) available.
- There is/are 8 side room(s) available.
- There is/are 8 bed(s) on this ward in total.
- There are no bays on this ward. All rooms are side rooms.
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Ward Access
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- There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
- The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
- The door(s) is/are double width.
- The door(s) may be difficult to open.
- The width of the door opening is 152cm (4ft 12in).
- There is an intercom.
- The height of the intercom is 135cm (4ft 5in).
- There is a hand sanitiser.
- The height of the hand sanitiser is 126cm (4ft 2in).
- There is a door release button when exiting.
- The height of the door release button is 135cm (4ft 5in).
- There is level access throughout the ward.
- There is no clear signage on the ward.
- The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
- There is flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The lighting levels are good.
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Relatives' Room
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- There is not a relatives' room for the ward.
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Example Side Room
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- There are multiple side rooms available with accessible ensuites.
- The side room surveyed does not have an accessible ensuite.
- The width of the door opening into the side room is over 75cm.
- The side room surveyed does not have a ceiling track hoist.
- There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre around the bed.
- Bedside storage is available.
- The visual contrast between the walls and the floor in the side room is high.
- The lighting levels in the side room are good.
- The width of the door opening into the ensuite is over 75cm.
- There is not a clear unobstructed turning space within the ensuite.
- The fixtures/facilities available in the ensuite include; a shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
- The visual contrast between the walls and the floor in the ensuite is medium.
- The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
- There is a baby change unit at a height of 92cm.
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Ward Features and Patient Facilities
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- A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
- The ward does not play background music.
- There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
- A mobile hoist is not available on the ward.
- There are washroom facilities for patients on the ward.
- There are toilet facilities for patients on the ward.
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Visitor Facilities
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- There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
- Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of The Mount building.
- There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
- Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of The Mount building.
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Visiting Times
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- There are set visiting times for the ward.
- Visiting times are 09:00 to 21:00.
- The visiting times are the same for each day.
Eating and Drinking (Lounge, Dining Room and Milk Kitchen)
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Location and Access
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- The following information is for the refectory.
- The refectory is located in the main corridor, on the left as you enter the ward.
- There is step-free access to the refectory.
- For access there are double manual doors which is permanently held open.
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Service and Menus
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- Tables cannot be booked in advance.
- There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered and a self service counter.
- Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
- Menu types include; handheld menus.
- Menus are clearly written.
- Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
- Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
- The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
- Takeaway cups are available.
- Adapted cups are not available.
- Adapted cutlery is available.
- Drinking straws are available.
- This area does not play background music.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
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Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 89cm.
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Self-Service Counter(s)
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- The height of the counter is 93cm.
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Tables and Seating
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- There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the lowest dining table is 68cm.
- The distance between the floor and the underside of the highest dining table is 70cm.
- The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 68cm.
- No tables are permanently fixed.
- No chairs are permanently fixed.
- Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
- There are also armchairs and sofas.
- The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
- There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
- The lighting levels are good.
Room / Area (Play Room)
- There is / are 1 room(s) / area(s) available.
- The name / number of the room / area surveyed was; Play Room.
- The room / area is approximately 10m from the ward 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 76cm (2ft 6in).
- The type of flooring is tiles.
- There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
- There is not a bed / couch.
- There is not a chair.
- 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 low to moderate.
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Comments
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- The flooring has large repeating patterns that could be mistaken for steps.
Washroom (Room 7 - Ensuite)
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Washroom Details
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- The washroom surveyed has a shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
- There is/are 8 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
- The washroom surveyed is located in bedroom 7.
- There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
- This washroom is female.
- There is no additional signage on or near the washroom door.
- The washroom door(s) open(s) outwards.
- The door(s) does not/do not have a lock.
- The door is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in).
- The dimensions of the washroom are 75cm x 210cm (2ft 6in x 6ft 11in).
- The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- 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 a mirror.
- There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the wash basin is 84cm.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
- The tap type is sensor. It is not a mixer tap.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 121cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 135cm.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- There is a/are sanitary disposal units.
- The washroom has a non-slip floor.
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Toilet Details
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- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 5in).
- The toilet has a covered cistern which can act as a back rest.
- There is not a lateral transfer space.
- There is a flush.
- There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 86cm.
- There is a shelf next to the toilet.
- The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
- The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
- There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
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Shower Details
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- There is a wheel in shower.
- The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The shower head height is fixed.
- The shower control type is push.
- There is no seat for the shower.
- There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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 toilet seat visual contrast is low.
- The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is medium.
- Lighting levels are good.
Washroom (Bathroom)
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Washroom Details
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- The washroom surveyed has a shower, a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
- There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
- The washroom surveyed is located in the rear corridor, to the right next to bedroom 7.
- There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the service.
- This washroom is female.
- There is pictorial and 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 is easy to open.
- The width of the door opening is 67cm (2ft 2in).
- The dimensions of the washroom are 185cm x 320cm (6ft 1in x 10ft 6in).
- The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- 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 a mirror.
- There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the wash basin is 84cm.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
- The tap type is push button. It is a mixer tap.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 120cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- There is a/are sanitary and general waste (with no lid) disposal units.
- The washroom has a non-slip floor.
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Toilet Details
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- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
- The toilet has a wall which can act as a back rest.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
- The lateral transfer space is 150cm.
- There is a flush on the transfer side.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 94cm.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
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Shower Details
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- There is not a wheel in shower.
- The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The shower head height is fixed.
- The shower control type is push.
- A shower chair is available.
- There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
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Bath Details
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- There is a bath.
- The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 59cm (1ft 11in).
- The bath is not height adjustable.
- The bath tap type is push button. It is a mixer tap.
- There is not a shower over/for the bath.
- There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the bath.
- A bath hoist is not available.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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 dropdown rail(s) and wall is medium.
- The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
- The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is medium.
- Lighting levels are good.
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Comments
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- There is a nurse call button within the room at a height of 110cm.
- There is a freestanding baby change unit at a height of 89cm.
Washroom (Shower Room)
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Washroom Details
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- The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
- There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
- The washroom surveyed is located in the rear corridor to the left.
- There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
- This washroom is female.
- There is pictorial, written or text and dementia friendly 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 85cm (2ft 9in).
- The dimensions of the washroom are 226cm x 136cm (7ft 5in x 4ft 6in).
- The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- 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 a mirror.
- There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the wash basin is 84cm.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
- The tap type is push button. It is a mixer tap.
- There is a soap dispenser.
- The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the soap dispenser is 112cm.
- There is a towel dispenser.
- The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the towel dispenser is 118cm.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- Disposal facilities are available.
- There is a/are sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
- The washroom has a non-slip floor.
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Toilet Details
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- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 5in).
- The toilet has a wall which can act as a back rest.
- There is a lateral transfer space.
- As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
- The lateral transfer space is 129cm.
- There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
- There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
- There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
- There is a toilet roll holder.
- The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 94cm.
- There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
- There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
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Shower Details
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- There is a wheel in shower.
- The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The shower head height is fixed.
- The shower control type is push.
- There is no seat for the shower.
- There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
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Colour Contrast and Lighting
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- 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 toilet seat visual contrast is low.
- The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is medium.
- Lighting levels are good.
Toilet with Adaptations (No Transfer Space)
- There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.
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Location and Access
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- This accessible toilet is located to the left as you enter the ward.
- There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
- This is a female toilet.
- A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
- There is 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 does not have a horizontal grab rail.
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Toilet Features
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- The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 117cm x 210cm (3ft 10in x 6ft 11in).
- The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
- The height of the light switch/pull cord is 107cm from floor level.
- The lighting levels are good.
- There is not a lateral transfer space.
- There is a flush.
- There is not a spatula type lever flush.
- There is a push button flush.
- There is a dropdown rail.
- The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
- There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
- The visual contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
- There is not an emergency alarm.
- 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 pedal bin disposal units.
- There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
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Additional Fixtures
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- There is a mirror.
- The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
- There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
- The shelf has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
- The shelf is at a height of 82cm.
- The shelf is located where it is reachable.
- The toilet has a wall which acts as a backrest.
- The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 5in).
- The toilet seat visual contrast is poor.
- 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).
- The height of the toilet roll holder is 83cm (2ft 9in).
- The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
- There is a wash basin.
- The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
- The height of the wash basin is 85cm (2ft 9in).
- There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
- The wash basin tap type is push.
- 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 121cm.
- 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 116cm (3ft 10in).
- The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is fair.
- There is not a hand dryer.
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Baby Changing Facilities
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- Baby changing facilities are located within the accessible toilet.
- There is a flip down baby change table available.
- The height of the baby change table is 93cm.
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Comments
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- There is a nurse call button in the room, at a height of 119cm.
Standard Toilet(s)
- Standard toilet facilities are available.
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Toilet Facilities
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- The female toilet is located to the left as you enter the ward.
- There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
- 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.
- An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
- The height of the wash basin(s) is 90cm.
- The wash basin(s) tap type is push.
- There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
- The wall fixed soap dispenser is located on the wall, to the left of the basin.
- Lighting levels are good.
Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities (The Mount - Main Building)
- Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of the Mount main building.
- Female and male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of the Mount main building.
Related Access Guides
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- The Mount - Main Building link (new tab) - click here.
