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Overview (Newsam Centre)

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• About View
  • This is an Inpatient Unit.
  • Services available in the venue include: wards and a therapy suite.
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • There is a drop-off point.
  • The nearest step-free train station is Cross Gates.
  • 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 ramp at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors.
  • The ground floor, first floor and second floor can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is a portable hearing assistance system.
  • British Sign Language can be provided virtually.
  • Documents are available in the following formats: Braille (on request), large print (on request) and different languages (on request).
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: Wi-Fi.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Newsam Centre)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located on the ground floor, to the left of the main reception.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
  • The male and female step-free standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, to the left of the main reception.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located on the ground floor, within the Out-patients seating area, and within the toilet with adaptations to the left of the main reception.

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Parking (Newsam Centre Visitors Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the left of the Newsam Centre.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 3 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 228cm (width) x 470cm (depth).
  • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
  • The width of the marked zone is 136cm.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • The nearest designated bay is 35m from the Newsam Centre entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
  • 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.
  • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is restricted to 2 hours.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located to the right of the Newsam Centre entrance.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.

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Entrance (Newsam Centre)

• This entrance is located at the front of the Newsam Centre.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces and bollards.
• 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 ramp at the entrance.
• The ramp has a slight gradient.
• The ramp is over 150cm wide with a handrail on the right going up.
• There is an intercom at a height of 127cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 153cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double manual doors, however one door is locked or bolted.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The second set of doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 81cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Reception (Ground Floor - Newsam Centre Reception)

• The reception is located ahead as you enter the Newsam Centre entrance.
• The distance from the Newsam Centre entrance is 8m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 109cm.
• The reception has windows, glazed screens and patterned/distracting backgrounds.
• There is a portable hearing assistance system which is not clearly signed.
• The hearing assistance system could not be tested at the time of the survey.
• There is a low-level writing shelf at the reception desk.
• The height of the writing shelf is 70cm.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Getting Around (Newsam Centre)

• There is step-free level access throughout all areas, this may include the use of a lift.
• Access throughout may include manual doors.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• Some of the walls have a reflective finish.
• There is no (or very little) background noise.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Some signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
• The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
• Seating available in the walkways includes: chairs without armrests.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Seating Area (Ground Floor - Out-patients Waiting Area)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Out-patients seating area is located to the right of reception.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 162cm.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • 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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Counter (Ground Floor - Pharmacy)

• The counter is located to the right as you enter the Newsam Centre entrance.
• The distance from the Newsam Centre entrance is 5m.
• There is step-free level access to the counter.
• The height of the counter is 101cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• The counter has windows, glazed screens and patterned/distracting backgrounds.
• 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.

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Room (Ground Floor - Peace Room)

• The room is located to the right as you enter the Newsam Centre entrance.
• The distance from the Newsam Centre entrance is 3m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• A key is required to enter this area.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: armchairs.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and coffee tables.
• The surface heights are not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• 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.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Ground Floor - Consulting Room 6)

• There are 10+ consultation/medical rooms available.
• The room surveyed was; Consulting Room 6.
• The room is located along the corridor at the rear of the Out-patients waiting area.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens outwards.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and armchairs.
• Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
• The furniture is 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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Consultation / Medical Room (Ground Floor - Consulting Room 12)

• There are 10+ consultation/medical rooms available.
• The room surveyed was; Consulting Room 12.
• The room is located to the left as you enter the Newsam Centre entrance.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 83cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: armchairs.
• Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables and desks.
• Some furniture is fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Lift

• The lift surveyed is located ahead and at the end of the corridor as you enter the Newsam Centre.
• The distance from the Newsam Centre entrance is 26m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and manual doors.
• The ground floor, the first floor and the second floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 89cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 104cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a medium visual contrast.
• All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

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Stairs

• The stairs surveyed are located at the end of the corridor ahead as you enter the Newsam Centre.
• The ground floor, the first floor and the second floor can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 18 steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 18cm.
• The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

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Seating Area (First Floor - Seating Area)

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• Location and Access View
  • The seating area is located along the main corridor on the first floor.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
  • The chairs and tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not 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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Counter (First Floor - Cashier's Counter)

• The counter is located along the main corridor, on the first floor.
• The distance from the lift is 7m.
• The most accessible route to the counter has manual doors.
• There is step-free level access to the counter.
• The height of the counter is 95cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• The counter has glazed screens.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• 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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Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Ground Floor - Baby Feeding Room)

• The room surveyed is located within the Out-patients waiting area, to the right of reception.
• The distance from the Newsam Centre entrance is 11m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
• The width of the door opening is 85cm.
• Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
• There is a wash basin and a paper towel dispenser in the room.
• The wash basin has a push tap.
• The room has a pedal bin.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located along the corridor to the left of reception.
  • The distance from the Newsam Centre entrance is 15m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 128cm (width) x 203cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 77cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a push button flush on the transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 47cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a medium visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 84cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have varying visual contrasts.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 120cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 114cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 83cm.
  • The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.