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St Chads - The Brockington Baby Unit

St George's Hospital, Corporation Street, Stafford, ST16 3SR

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Getting To (The Brockington Baby Unit)

  • The most accessible route from St Chads House Parking has a slight ramp or slope and uneven surfaces.
  • Access to The Brockington Baby Unit is via the Brockington Baby Unit external entrance.
  • There is a drop-off point at this entrance.
  • The Brockington Baby Unit is located on the left side at the front of St Chads House.
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Parking (St Chads House Parking)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in front of St Chads House.
    • 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.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 469cm (width) x 218cm (depth).
    • There are no hatched/marked zones.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • The nearest designated bay is 25m from the St Chads House entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope and uneven surfaces.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors, Blue Badge holders and permit holders only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
    • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
    • All visitors and non-permit holders must register their vehicle on arrival.
    • The height of controls for the machine located within St Chads House are 138cm to 145cm high.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point available.
    • The designated drop-off point is located in front of the St Chads House entrance.

Entrance (The Brockington Baby Unit Entrance)

  • This entrance is located on the left side at the front of St Chads House.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • 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 slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a slight gradient.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 160cm.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 123cm.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 96cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors.
  • The second set of doors open towards you.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 146cm.
  • The second set of doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Ward (The Brockington Baby Unit)

  • Ward Information View
    • This is a mental health baby unit ward.
    • This is a female only ward.
    • There are 3 side rooms available.
    • There are 3 beds in total on the ward.
    • There are 2 consultation/medical rooms available.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
    • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Facilities and Services View
    • Seating available on the ward includes: chairs with armrests.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is not a relatives' room for the ward.
    • The following facilities are available for patients: a toilet with adaptations, a standard toilet and a washroom.
    • The nearest toilet with adaptations for visitors is located along the St Chads Main Corridor.
  • Visiting Hours View

Toilet and Changing Facilities (The Brockington Baby Unit)

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
    • The toilet with adaptations is located at the end of the corridor on the right side of the unit.
    • The toilet with adaptations has a left hand transfer space.
    • The female step-free standard toilet facilities are located at the end of the corridor on the right side of the unit.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located at the end of the corridor on the left side of the unit.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard washroom facilities are located at the end of the corridor on the left side of the unit.

Standard Bedroom (Bedroom 7)

  • The bedroom surveyed is located at the end of the corridor on the left side of the unit.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 82cm.
  • The bedroom has a single bed.
  • The top of the mattress is 51cm from the floor.
  • Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space next to the bed (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The following is available in this bedroom: an armchair, bedside plug sockets and a flashing fire alarm.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Room (Day Room)

  • The room is located towards the end of the corridor on the right side of the unit.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • 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 is permanently held open.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • 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.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • Some seating is fixed.
  • 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 play area and a wash basin.
  • 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.

Room (Nursery)

  • The room is located at the end of the corridor on the right side of the unit.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • 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 door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 74cm.
  • 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.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and sofas.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • The desks are fixed.
  • 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 uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Kitchen (Kitchen / Diner)

  • The kitchen is located along the corridor on the right side of the unit.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 84cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The work surface is 90cm from the floor.
  • A lowered work surface is not available.
  • Overhead and under counter cupboards are available.
  • The hob is 90cm from the floor.
  • A lowered hob is not available.
  • The oven is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The sink is 90cm from the floor.
  • A lowered sink is not available.
  • The lowered sink is 81cm from the floor.
  • The sink has a lever tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a dishwasher, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs with armrests and 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 uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Consultation / Medical Room (Clinic)

  • There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
  • The room surveyed was; Clinic.
  • The room is located along the corridor on the left side of the unit.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • 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 door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 81cm.
  • 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.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the treatment table is 190cm.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with 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.

Parent and Baby Room / Feeding Room (Baby Changing)

  • The room surveyed is located on the right side of the Day Room.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • 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 door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 83cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 95cm.
  • There is a wash basin, a paper towel dispenser and an assistance bell in the room.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The room has a pedal bin and a clinical waste bin.
  • 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.

Standard Bathroom (Bath and Toilet)

  • The bathroom surveyed is located at the end of the corridor on the left side of the unit.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • The bathroom door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 81cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 234cm (width) x 141cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a wall mounted towel dispenser available.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • Additional features include: a mirror and an emergency alarm.
  • The bathroom has a pedal bin and a clinical waste bin.
  • 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.
  • The bathroom has a standard bath.
  • The bath controls are lever mixer.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located at the end of the corridor on the right side of the unit.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 81cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 175cm (width) x 192cm (depth) and there is not 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 120cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the non-transfer side.
    • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the non-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.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 83cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 84cm 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 medium visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 104cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 109cm from the floor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a push button emergency alarm.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • 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.