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Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy

Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Windmill Road, Headington, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 7HE

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Getting To (Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy)

  • The most accessible route from the main patient and visitor car park has a very easy slope, uneven surfaces, a dropped kerb, a dropped kerb with tactile paving and bollards.
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  • Access to Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy is via the main hospital entrance.
  • There is a drop-off point at this entrance.
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  • Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy is located to the left from the main hospital entrance.
  • Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy is approximately 60m from the main hospital entrance.
  • From the main hospital entrance, follow the walkway to the left of the reception desk.
    Turn left and follow the corridor to the end.
    The entrance to Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy is on your left hand side.
  • Internally the most accessible route has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • Some flooring along the route is shiny .
  • There are resting areas along the route.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • The following toilet facilities are available along the route; a toilet with adaptations (with left hand transfer), a toilet with adaptations (with right hand transfer) and standard toilets.
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Parking (Main Patient and Visitor Car Park)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located at the front of the hospital building.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of block paving.
    • There are 9 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are signposted and have markings which are faded.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 229cm (width) x 469cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 156cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 58m from the main hospital entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope and uneven surfaces.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
    • Blue Badge holders must register their number plate with reception within 30 minutes of arrival, and keep their Blue Badge on display on their vehicle's windscreen at all times to avoid any fines.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for staff, visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
    • Parking is not free for all users.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
    • Payment machines are located inside the venue.
    • There is not a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
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    • The car park at the Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre is ANPR controlled.
    • Users should pay on exit at the machines or via the JustPark app.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is a designated drop-off point available.
    • The designated drop-off point is located in front of the main hospital entrance, and on the left side of the hospital building.

Entrance (Main Hospital Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the hospital building.
  • The approach to the entrance has bollards.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is not 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 are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 170cm.
  • The doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a second set of double automatic doors .
  • The second set of doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 170cm.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
  • The minimum width between the bollards is 218cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of the main hospital building.

Department / Service (Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy)

  • Location and Access View
    • Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy is located to the left from the main hospital entrance.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There are double automatic doors with a high visual contrast.
    • The doors open away from you.
    • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • 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 provided.
    • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • Facilities and Services View
    • There are 3 consultation/medical rooms available.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • The following facilities are available for patients: toilets with adaptations.

Toilet and Changing Facilities (Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy)

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 2 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located along the department corridor and within the changing area.
    • The toilets with adaptations have a transfer space on both sides.
  • Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
    • The changing facilities which have adaptations are located within the changing area.
    • Standard changing facilities are located within the changing area.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • The shower facilities which have adaptations are located within the changing area.
    • Standard shower facilities are located within the changing area.

Reception (Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy)

  • The reception is located to the right from the department entrance.
  • The distance from the Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy entrance is 4m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 116cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 73cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • 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.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.

Seating Area (Sub Waiting Area)

  • The sub waiting area is located at the end of department corridor.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • 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.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • 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 even at the time of the survey.

Consultation / Medical Room (ILA Bedroom)

  • There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
  • The room surveyed was; ILA Bedroom.
  • The room is located at the end of the department 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 has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked extension leaf can be opened on request .
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the opening is 78cm.
  • 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.
  • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the treatment table is 210cm.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and height adjustable chairs.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: height adjustable tables.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Kitchen (O.T. Assessment Room)

  • The kitchen is located at the end of the department corridor.
  • There is step-free level access into the kitchen.
  • 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 77cm.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • 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.
  • A height adjustable hob is available.
  • The oven is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • A height adjustable sink is available.
  • The sink has a lever tap.
  • Facilities within the kitchen include a fridge freezer, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster.
  • Seating available in the kitchen includes: chairs with 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.

Entrance (Hydrotherapy Pool)

  • This entrance is located to the right from the department entrance, off the reception area.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is a bell at a height of 122cm.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 160cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 118cm.

Pool (Hydrotherapy Pool)

  • This is a therapy pool.
  • There is step-free level access throughout this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available around the pool includes: chairs with armrests and benches.
  • There is an emergency alarm at poolside.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
  • Access into the water is via steps.
  • There are 6 steps with handrails on both sides.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of the steps throughout its length.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The pool is staffed at all times.
  • The following adaptations are available for disabled people: hydraulic hoist and manual hoist.

Changing Area (Hydrotherapy)

  • Changing Area View
    • The shared changing area was surveyed.
    • The changing area is located to the right from the department entrance, off the reception area.
    • The distance from the Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy entrance is 8m.
    • The most accessible route to the changing area has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 160cm.
    • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
    • Facilities in this area include: changing cubicles, toilets, showers and lockers.
    • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
    • The height of the bell at the entrance is 130cm. >br> The height of the push button to exit is 121cm.
  • Shower Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is no shower seat.

Changing Room with Adaptations (Hydrotherapy)

  • Location and Access View
    • The changing room surveyed is located within the changing area.
    • The distance from the changing area entrance is 6m.
    • The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
    • The width of the door opening is 189cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • Facilities available in the changing room include: a chair/stool.
    • The dimensions of the changing room are 189cm (width) x 274cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
    • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The changing room has no disposal facilities.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 172cm from the floor.
    • 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.

Shower with Adaptations (Hydrotherapy)

  • Location and Access View
    • The shower surveyed is located at the rear of the changing area.
    • The distance from the changing area entrance is 15m.
    • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is no signage on or near the door.
    • The width of the door opening is 200cm.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is no shower seat.
    • There are grab rails and dropdown rails for the shower.
    • The grab rails have a low visual contrast.
    • The dropdown rails have a low visual contrast.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm for the shower within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is an unobstructed shelf.
    • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
    • The facility has no disposal facilities.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 167cm from the floor.
    • 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.

Toilet with Adaptations (Occupational Therapy - Transfer Both Sides)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located along the department corridor.
    • The distance from the Occupational Therapy and Hydrotherapy entrance is 4m.
    • 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 inwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The width of the door opening is 86cm.
    • The door has a lever 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 194cm (width) x 255cm (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, however the right side is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space on the left is 60cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • The lateral transfer space on the right is 73cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush on the right transfer side.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 90cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps cannot 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 rail is on the right as you face the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rail has a low visual contrast.
    • 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 110cm 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 117cm from the floor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
    • There are multiple coat hooks.
    • The coat hooks are 136cm and 166cm from the floor.
    • 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.

Toilet with Adaptations (Changing Area - Transfer Both Sides)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located within the changing area.
    • The distance from the changing area entrance is 5m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • 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 width of the door opening is 85cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • 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 255cm (width) x 255cm (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, however the left side is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space on the left is 97cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • The lateral transfer space on the right is 107cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush on the left transfer side.
    • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
    • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
    • The dropdown rails have a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 44cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 89cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 78cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 106cm 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 142cm from the floor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm but it was tied up at the time of the survey.
    • There is no mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin and a sanitary bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 167cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.