Access Guide
Overview (Skegness Community Diagnostic Centre)
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About
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- Services available in the venue include: CT, MRI, Ultrasound, X-Ray, Phlebotomy, Chemotherapy, Echocardiogram, Spirometry and feno testing.
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Parking and Public Transport
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- The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
- There is a drop-off point.
- The nearest bus station is Skegness Bus Station.
- The nearest train station is Skegness Train Station.
- For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Google Maps (opens new tab).
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Getting In and Around
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- There is step-free access via ramp at the most accessible entrance.
- There is step-free level access throughout.
- Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
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Getting Help and Assistance
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- There is seating available.
- There is a fixed hearing assistance system.
- British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
- Documents are available in the following formats: Braille (on request), large print (on request) and different languages (on request).
- There is not a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
- There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
Toilet and Changing Facilities (Skegness Community Diagnostic Centre)
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Toilet Facilities
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- There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
- Toilets with adaptations are located off the main corridors and reception area.
- All toilets with adaptations have a left hand transfer space.
- The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located off the main corridors and reception area.
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Changing Places and Changing Facilities
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- The changing facilities which have adaptations are located off the CT corridor.
- Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations at reception.
Parking (Skegness Community Diagnostic Centre)
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Car Park
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- The car park is located on Old Wainfleet Road.
- The car park is open air/surface.
- The car park surface consists of tarmac.
- There are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
- The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
- The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 470cm (depth).
- There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
- The width of the marked zone is 127cm.
- The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
- The nearest designated bay is 32m from the main entrance.
- The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes.
- There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
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Charges and Restrictions
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- This car park is for staff, visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
- Parking is free for all users.
- Clearly presented parking signs are not available.
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Electric Vehicle Charging Points
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- There are 5 electric vehicle charging points.
- The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 238cm (width) x 461cm (depth).
- The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
- The charging points require an app.
- There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
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Drop-off Point
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- There is a designated drop-off point available.
- The designated drop-off point is located in front of the building.
- There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the drop-off point.
Entrance (Main Entrance)
- This entrance is located at the front left of the Diagnostic Centre.
- 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 steep gradient.
- The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.
- The ramp bypasses the steps.
- There are 7 steps with handrails on both sides.
- The handrails are easy to grip.
- The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
- The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
- The steps are clearly marked.
- The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
- The height of the highest step is 16cm.
- The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
- There is an intercom at a height of 115cm.
- There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
- The doors open towards you.
- The width of the opening is 127cm.
- There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
- The doors have a medium visual contrast.
- There is a second set of double automatic doors .
- The second set of doors open towards you.
- The width of the opening is 136cm.
- The second set of doors have a medium visual contrast.
- There is step-free level access as you enter.
Reception (Main Reception)
- The reception is located to the right as you enter the Diagnostic Centre.
- The distance from the main entrance is 2m.
- There is step-free level access to reception.
- The height of the reception desk is 114cm.
- There is a lowered section at the desk.
- The height of the lowered section is 78cm.
- The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
- There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
- The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
- There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
- There is not 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: armchairs.
Getting Around (Skegness Community Diagnostic Centre)
- There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
- Access throughout may include manual doors and doors permanently held open.
- Some flooring is shiny.
- There is a high visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
- There is background noise.
- Wayfinding signage is provided.
- Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
- The colour, design and typeface of signs is consistent throughout.
- Seating available in the walkways includes: armchairs.
- Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
Imaging Room (X-Ray)
- The room surveyed was; X-Ray.
- The room is located off the rear corridor.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
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Imaging Room
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- 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 84cm.
- 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 medium visual contrast.
- The treatment table is free standing at a fixed height.
- The length of the treatment table is 132cm.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this room.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
Imaging Room (Ultrasound)
- The room surveyed was; Ultrasound.
- The room is located off the rear corridor.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
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Imaging Room
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- 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 has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 87cm.
- 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 medium visual contrast.
- The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
- The length of the treatment table is 182cm.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: 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 uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
- Lighting levels are adjustable.
Imaging Room (CT Scanner)
- The room surveyed was; CT Scanner.
- The room is located off the rear corridor.
- The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
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Imaging Room
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- 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 has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 84cm.
- 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 medium visual contrast.
- The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
- The length of the treatment table is 286cm.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is 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.
Consultation / Medical Room (Consultation Room)
- There are 5 consultation/medical rooms available.
- The room surveyed was; Consultant 01.
- The room is located off the main corridor.
- 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 has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 85cm.
- 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 medium visual contrast.
- The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
- The length of the treatment table is 202cm.
- Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
- Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
- Some furniture is fixed.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
Consultation / Medical Room (Cancer Treatment Suite - Chemotherapy Bay)
- There are 4 consultation/medical rooms available.
- The room surveyed was; Bay 1.
- The room is located off the front corridor.
- 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 has a locked extension leaf.
- The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
- The door opens inwards.
- The width of the opening is 87cm.
- 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: riser recliner chairs.
- Furniture available in the room includes: height adjustable tables.
- There is not a hearing assistance system.
- There is background noise in this room which varies depending on the time of day.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
Changing Room with Adaptations (CT Changing)
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Location and Access
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- The changing room surveyed is located off the CT corridor.
- The distance from the main entrance is 34m.
- The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access and manual doors.
- There is step-free level access into the changing room.
- There is 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 88cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
- There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
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Dimensions and Features
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- Facilities available in the changing room include: a chair/stool.
- The dimensions of the changing room are 180cm (width) x 238cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- The changing room has a pedal bin.
- There are multiple coat hooks.
- The coat hooks are 116cm from the floor.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)
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Location and Access
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- The toilet surveyed is located off the reception area.
- The distance from the main entrance is 7m.
- The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
- There is step-free level access into the facility.
- There is pictorial, written text and dementia friendly signage on or near the door.
- The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
- The width of the door opening is 84cm.
- The door has a locking handle.
- Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
- There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
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Dimensions and Features
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- The dimensions of the cubicle are 179cm (width) x 233cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
- There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
- The lateral transfer space is 101cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
- There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
- There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
- The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
- The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
- There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
- The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
- The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
- The toilet has a padded backrest.
- 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 94cm from the floor.
- The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The wash basin is 73cm 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 a high visual contrast.
- There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
- The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
- The soap dispenser is 95cm 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 95cm from the floor.
- There is not a hand dryer.
- There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
- There is a full length mirror.
- There is no shelf.
- The cubicle has a pedal bin and a clinical waste bin.
- There are no coat hooks.
- The height of the baby change facility when in use is 94cm.
- The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
- Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
