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Ward J1 - Neonatal Unit

St James's University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF

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Getting To (Ward J1 - Neonatal Unit)

  • This route starts at the Gledhow Wing Blue Badge parking and drop-off.
  • The most accessible route from here has step-free level access.
  • This route also has bollards and a dropped kerb without tactile paving.
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  • Access to this ward is via the Gledhow Wing Entrance.
  • There is a drop-off point at this entrance.
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  • This ward is located on level 5 of the Gledhow Wing.
  • The ward is approximately 20m from Gledhow Wing - Lifts 39 to 42.
  • Enter the hospital via the Gledhow Wing entrance.
  • Follow the corridor ahead and to the right until you reach the lift lobby.
  • Take a lift to level 5.
  • On exiting the lift, bear left and go through the doors.
  • Turn left and the visitors entrance to Ward J1 Neonatal is straight ahead and the parents secure entrance is to the right.
  • This route to the ward has step-free level access.
  • Doors are held open along this route.
  • The flooring is shiny along this route.
  • There are resting areas along this route to the ward.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Dementia-friendly signage is not provided.
  • The following toilet facilities are available along the route: a changing places facility, accessible toilet (with left hand transfer), accessible toilet (with right hand transfer) and standard toilets.
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Parking (Gledhow Wing Blue Badge Parking and Drop-off)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the left of the Gledhow Wing entrance.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 4 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 465cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 130cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 19m from the Gledhow Wing entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope.
    • This route has bollards.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for Blue Badge holders only.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point available.
    • The designated drop-off point is located to the right as you face the Gledhow Wing entrance.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.

Entrance (Gledhow Wing Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of Gledhow Wing at the northern end of the hospital site.
  • The approach to the entrance has 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 a very easy slope or ramp at the entrance.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 164cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 163cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • This entrance gives access to level 2 of the Gledhow Wing.

Lift (Gledhow Wing - Lifts 39 to 42)

  • The lift surveyed is located ahead as you enter the Gledhow Wing.
  • The distance from the Gledhow Wing entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • Standard Lift View
    • Levels 0, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 can be accessed by this lift.
    • The lift door has a medium colour contrast.
    • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
    • The weight limit for the lift is 2000kg.
    • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The lift door opening width is 130cm.
    • The internal dimensions of the lift are 146cm (width) x 268cm (depth).
    • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
    • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
    • Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
    • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

Ward (Ward J1 - Neonatal Unit)

  • Ward Information View
    • This is a shared ward.
    • The ward includes side rooms and bays.
  • Location and Access View
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into this ward.
    • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 127cm.
    • There are double manual doors.
    • The doors open towards you.
    • The doors require effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 166cm.
    • The doors have a high colour contrast.
    • This entrance gives secure entry to staff and parents.
    • Parents are provided with a key card to facilitate entry.
    • Other visitors are admitted via the visitors entrance.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • Doors are held open along circulation routes.
    • Access throughout may include moveable physical obstructions.
    • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Wayfinding signage is provided.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Reception / Nurses' Station View
    • The height of the reception desk is 111cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Facilities and Services View
    • Seating available on the ward includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is a relatives' room for the ward.
  • Visiting Hours View

Entrance (Visitors Access)

  • This entrance is located on the left after exiting the lift lobby on level 5.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 137cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 71cm.
  • 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 77cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a third, single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 72cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 137cm.

Room (Parents Lounge)

  • The room is located next to the parent bedrooms.
  • The distance from Ward J1 Neonatal secure entrance is 60m.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • There is no 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.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a medium colour contrast.
  • Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests and sofas.
  • Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
  • None of the tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables/desks is suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There may be background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Kitchen (Parents Kitchen)

  • The kitchen is located at the end of the ward corridor, next to the parent bedrooms.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • 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.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • The work surface is 93cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • A lowered hob is not available.
  • The sink is 93cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The sink has lever taps.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • The following appliances are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user: dishwasher.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Bedroom (Parent Bedroom 1)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located at the far end of the ward.
  • The distance from the Ward J1 Secure Entrance is 62m.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
  • Entry to the room is by a key code pad.
  • The height of the key code pad is 134cm.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • Bedroom Features View
    • The bedroom has a double bed.
    • The top of the mattress is 62cm from the floor.
    • The space under the bed is 5cm from the floor.
    • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair without armrests.
    • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a coffee table.
    • The following is also available in this bedroom: TV with subtitles.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Standard Shower Facilities (Parents Bedrooms)

  • Access View
    • The standard shower facilities surveyed are located at the far end of the ward corridor next the parent bedrooms.
    • The distance from the Ward J1 Neonatal secure entrance is 61m.
    • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 74cm.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a 31cm step to access the shower cubicle.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are twist/turn.
    • There is no shower seat.
    • There are no grab rails for the shower.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • There is also a mirror, a coat hook and a wash basin available.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Standard Toilet Facilities (Parents and Visitors)

  • The shared standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
  • The toilet is located at the end of the ward corridor next to the parent bedrooms.
  • The distance from the ward J1 Neonatal secure entrance is 60m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilet.
  • There is not any signage on or near the door.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 74cm.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • Hand drying facilities include: a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.