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Getting To (Auden Unit)

• The most accessible route from the car park has a steep ramp or slope and a dropped kerb with tactile paving.
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• Access to the Auden Unit is via the Tennyson and Auden Units main entrance.
• There is not a drop-off point at this entrance.
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• Auden Unit is located to the west side of the main hospital building.
• Auden Unit is approximately 11m from the Auden Unit.
• Enter the building via the main entrance and bear left.
  Auden Unit is ahead.
• Internally the most accessible route has step-free level access.
• Some flooring along the route is shiny .
• There are not resting areas along the route.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
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Parking (Auden Unit and Tennyson Unit)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located to the front of the Auden Unit and Tennyson Unit.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 475cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 35m from the Tennyson and Auden Units main entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a steep ramp or slope.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance (Tennyson and Auden Units - Main Entrance)

• This entrance is located to the left side of the building.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is an intercom at a height of 152cm.
• There is a buzzer at a height of 148cm.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 98cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The door has a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 125cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Entrance (Auden Unit)

• This entrance is located to the left on entering via the Tennyson and Auden Units main entrance.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 128cm.
• There is an intercom at a height of 121cm.
• There is a single manual door at this entrance.
• The door opens towards you.
• The width of the opening is 74cm.
• The door has a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Ward (Auden Unit)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a Step-Up ward.
  • This is a male only ward.
  • There are 10 side rooms available.
  • There are 10 beds in total on the ward.
  • There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• 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 128cm.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 121cm.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
• Getting Around View
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Facilities and Services View
  • Seating available on the ward includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, sofas and stools.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is a relatives' room for the ward.
  • The following facilities are available for patients: standard toilets and washrooms.
  • The following facilities are available for visitors: standard toilets.
  • The nearest toilet with adaptations for visitors is located the main hospital building.
• Visiting Hours View
  • There are no set visiting times, please contact the ward in advance.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Auden Unit - Patients)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The male and female toilet facilities are located on the Auden Unit corridor.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Auden Unit - Visitors)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The male and female step-free toilet facilities are located opposite the Auden Unit entrance.

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Room (Laundry)

• The room is located on the Auden Unit corridor.
• 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 80cm.
• 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.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• The surface heights are suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear underside space of the surfaces is suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin.
• 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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Counter (Meds Counter)

• The counter is located on the Auden Unit corridor.
• There is step-free level access to the counter.
• The height of the counter is 105cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the counter.
• 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 even at the time of the survey.

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Room (Family Visiting)

• The room is located on the Auden Unit corridor.
• The distance from the Auden Unit entrance is 7m.
• 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 are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
• One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
• The locked door can be opened on request .
• The doors open inwards.
• The width of the opening is 76cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is not space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests and sofas.
• Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables.
• 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.
• There is an electric keyboard in the family room.

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Lounge (TV Lounge)

• The lounge is located on the Auden Unit corridor.
• There is step-free level access into the lounge.
• There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
• The doors open inwards.
• The width of the opening is 150cm.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Seating available in the lounge includes: armchairs, sofas and stools.
• Furniture available in the lounge includes: coffee tables.
• There is a TV with subtitles.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Kitchen (Kitchen 1)

• The kitchen is located on the ward corridor.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 86cm.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is not available.
• Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 92cm from the floor.
• A lowered hob is not available.
• The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The sink is 92cm from the floor.
• A lowered sink is not available.
• The sink has a lever mixer tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
• The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Area (Day Area)

• On the Auden Unit corridor.
• There is step-free level access into this area.
• The width of the opening is 261cm.
• Facilities available in this area include: a pool table, games, jigsaws, books, DVD's, a water dispenser and a TV with subtitles.
• There is step-free level access throughout the area.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests, armchairs, sofas and benches.
• Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this area which varies depending on the time of day.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Kitchen (Kitchen 2)

• The kitchen is located on the Auden Unit corridor.
• There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
• There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
• The doors open inwards.
• The width of the opening is 152cm.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• The work surface is 92cm from the floor.
• A lowered work surface is not available.
• Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
• The hob is 92cm from the floor.
• A lowered hob is not available.
• The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The sink is 92cm from the floor.
• A lowered sink is not available.
• The sink has a lever mixer tap.
• Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge, a freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
• Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the kitchen includes: tables.
• The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Entrance (Outdoor Area)

• This entrance is located on the Auden Unit corridor.
• The entrance area is not clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double manual doors at this entrance, however one door is locked or bolted.
• The locked door can be opened on request.
• The doors open towards you.
• The width of the opening is 76cm.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Outdoor Spaces (Outdoor Area)

• The following is available in this area: gardens.
• Additional facilities in this area include: allotment, BBQ, fitness bike, and grassed area.
• Outdoor areas consist of block paving and paving slabs.
• There are footpaths in some areas.
• The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
• There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
• There are seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
• The paths have gates.

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Standard Bathroom

• The bathroom surveyed is located on Auden Unit corridor.
• The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
• The bathroom door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
• The width of the door opening is 82cm.
• Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
• The dimensions of the bathroom are 331cm (width) x 264cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet .
• The lateral transfer space on the left is 126cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
• The lateral transfer space on the right is 76cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
• The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
• There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a wall mounted towel dispenser available.
• The wash basin has a twist/turn tap.
• The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
• The soap dispenser has a low visual contrast.
• The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
• Additional features include: a full length mirror and a mirror.
• The bathroom has a pedal bin.
• The walls and floor visual contrast varies between low and high.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• The bathroom has a standard bath.
• The bath controls are lever mixer.
• There is a fixed height shower head.
• The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
• There is a shower seat.

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Standard Toilet Facilities (Visitors)

• The male and female standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
• The toilets are located on the unit corridor, opposite the Auden Unit entrance.
• The distance from the Auden Unit entrance is 3m.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access into the toilets.
• 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 89cm.
• Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
• There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
• There is a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a wall mounted towel dispenser available.
• The wash basin has a push tap.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.