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Getting Here (Heathfield House)

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• By Road View
  • Heathfield House is located to the south of Stockport town centre.
    It can be accessed via A6 Buxton Road, from the south or the town centre.
    Turn onto the A5102 Bramhall Lane and then onto Cale Green.
    Heathfield House is located on the right off Cale Green.
  • There is parking to the front and side of Heathfield House.
    There are 2 Blue Badge bays in front of Heathfield House.
    Parking is free for all users.
• By Bus View
  • The closest bus stop to Heathfield House is Nangreave Road on the A6 Buxton Road.
    The bus stop is 0.3 miles away.
    Bus services 191, 192 and 199 use this stop.
• By Train View
  • The closest train station is Davenport on Bramall Lane.
    The station is 0.5 miles away, approximately a 12 minute walk.
• Useful Links View
  • Bee Network, giving timetables and live updates for bus services. .
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Northern rail website for Davenport Station, with links for train times.
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Getting Help and Assistance (Heathfield House)

• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; large print on request.
• There is not a wheelchair to borrow to use around the building.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are not available.
• There is not a/are not hearing assistance system(s) available.
• Home visits services are not available.

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Parking (Heathfield House)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located in front and to the left side of Heathfield House.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 232cm x 505cm (7ft 7in x 16ft 7in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 13m (14yd 8in) from the Heathfield House main building.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 15m (16yd 1ft) from the Heathfield House main building.
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
  • Assistance may be required because there is / are slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details View
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Outside Access (Heathfield House)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the left side of the right hand building at Heathfield house.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 149cm (4ft 11in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 129cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is steep.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is not a/are not handrail(s) at the ramp.

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Ward (Heathfield House)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an Forensic Rehabilitation ward.
  • This is a male ward.
  • There is/are 19 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 19 bed(s) on this ward in total.
• Ward Access View
  • There is not a/are not door(s) leading into the ward.
  • Staff can provide assistance with using any manual doors within the ward.
  • There is clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Relatives' Room View
  • There is not a relatives' room for the ward.
• Example Side Room View
  • There are no side rooms available with an accessible ensuite.
  • The width of the door opening into the side room is over 75cm.
  • The side room surveyed does not have a ceiling track hoist.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre around the bed.
  • Bedside storage is not available.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and the floor in the side room is high.
  • The lighting levels in the side room are moderate to good.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
  • The ward does play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is not available on the ward.
  • There are not accessible washroom facilities for patients on the ward.
  • There are not accessible toilet facilities for patients on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located in the Heathfield House main building.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located in the Heathfield House main building.
• Visiting Times View
  • There are set visiting times for the ward.
  • Visiting times are 09:00 to 20:00.
  • The visiting times are the same for each day.
  • Protected meal times are between 09:00 to 09:30, 12:00 to 12:30 and 17:00 to 17:30.

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Day Room / Lounge Area (Main Lounge)

• There is a day room/lounge area.
• The day room/lounge area is approximately 20m from the Heathfield House main entrance.
• There is level access into the day room/lounge area.
• The day room/lounge area is always open.
• There is a/are door(s) into the day room/lounge area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 160cm (5ft 3in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is a space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There are armchairs and a mixture of seats with and without armrests.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 63cm (2ft 1in).
• The room does have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• There is a television.
• Subtitles are available.
• There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Day Room / Lounge Area (Quiet Room)

• There is a day room/lounge area.
• The day room/lounge area is approximately 7m from the Heathfield House main entrance.
• There is level access into the day room/lounge area.
• The day room/lounge area is always open.
• There is a/are door(s) into the day room/lounge area.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is not a space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 44cm (1ft 5in).
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• There is not a television.
• There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
• There is not space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Eating and Drinking (Dining Room)

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• Location and Access View
  • There is step-free access to the .
  • For access there is a single manual door which may be difficult to open.
• Service and Menus View
  • There is a counter where food and drink can be ordered.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; handheld menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are not available.
  • This area does play background music.
  • Background music is only played at certain times.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 142cm.
  • The height of the tray counter/rail is 79cm.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 71cm.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • There are also armchairs and sofas.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • There is flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Occupational Therapy)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Occupational Therapy.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• Some chairs are height adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Treatment Room)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Treatment Room.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• All chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is/are height adjustable.
• All chairs have armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are good.

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• Comments View
  • The treatment room door has a built-in hatch/counter for dispensing medicines.
  • The counter is medium height (77cm-109cm)
  • There is not room to sign documents.

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Conference / Meeting Facilities (Conference Room)

• Conference/meeting facilities are available.
• The conference/meeting facilities are located on the ground floor.
• There is step-free access to the conference/meeting facilities.
• The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
• There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
• There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
• There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the room(s).
• The lighting levels in the room(s) are moderate to good.

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Other Floors

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, heavy, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are ground and first floor.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are not at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor of the building are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left from the Heathfield House main entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are not clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 20m (21yd 2ft) from the Heathfield House main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• Staff do need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are ground and first floor.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is low.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 77cm (2ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 111cm x 145cm (3ft 8in x 4ft 9in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does not have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is low to moderate.

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• Comments View
  • The lift is key operated by a member of staff.

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Washroom (Shower and Toilet)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 2 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 2 washroom(s) which has/have a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located on the ground floor of Heathfield House.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 2m from the Heathfield House main entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is male.
  • There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 260cm x 105cm (8ft 6in x 3ft 5in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is a push button alarm system in this washroom.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 72cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is sensor. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 95cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 115cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet has a wall which can act as a back rest.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 100cm.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Shower Details View
  • There is not a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • The height of the shower head is 200cm (6ft 7in).
  • The shower control type is push.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Washroom (First Floor - Bathroom)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower, a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 2 washroom(s) which has/have a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located on the first floor of Heathfield House.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 20m from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is male.
  • There is written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 180cm x 325cm (5ft 11in x 10ft 8in).
  • The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is a push button alarm system in this washroom.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 171cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is sensor. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 119cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 130cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet has a wall which can act as a back rest.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 81cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 82cm.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Shower Details View
  • There is not a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • The height of the shower head is 180cm (5ft 11in).
  • The shower control type is push.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
  • The shower cubicle is accessed via a deep step.
• Bath Details View
  • There is a bath.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 58cm (1ft 11in).
  • The bath is not height adjustable.
  • The bath tap type is sensor. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is not a shower over/for the bath.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the bath.
  • A bath hoist is not available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is high.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Washroom (First Floor - Wheel In Shower)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 1 washroom(s) which has/have a shower, a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located on the first floor of Heathfield House.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 16m from the lift.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is male.
  • There is written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 96cm x 270cm (3ft 2in x 8ft 10in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 171cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The height of the wash basin is 77cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is sensor. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 120cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 130cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • The height of the shower head is 250cm (8ft 2in).
  • The shower control type is push.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Male)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The male toilet is located on the ground floor of Heathfield House.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 13m from the Heathfield House main entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 79cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are good.