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Getting To The Hospital

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• By Road View
  • The postcode to use for the SAT-Nav is SW3 6NP. Royal Brompton Hospital is located in Chelsea. Royal Brompton Hospital is not in the central London congestion charging zone. But you should check the Transport for London website to see if congestion charging will affect your journey to/from the hospital. Travelling via public transport is encouraged due to the very limited amount of parking that is available nearby.
  • There is no patient or public parking at Royal Brompton Hospital. A small number of Blue Badge parking spaces are available on: Dovehouse Street Dudmaston Mews (these are controlled by the council and not bookable through the Trust) Cale Street Foulis Terrace Sydney Street, in front of the Main Hospital Entrance. These two bays are limited to four hours and cannot be reserved.
• By Bus View
  • Bus numbers 14, 211, 345, and 414 stop outside the Fulham wing on Fulham Road Bus numbers 49 and 211 stop on Sydney Street near to the Main Reception entrance. Bus numbers 11, 19, 22, 211, 49, and 319 stop on King's Road.
  • There is an onsite bus stop.
  • The bus stop is located to the right of the hospital on Sydney Street.
  • The bus stop is sheltered with bench seating. There is a space under the shelter for a wheelchair user.
  • The route from the bus stop to the Main Entrance is approximately 100m and is fairly level. There is a public path that leads towards the Main Entrance.
• By Train View
  • West Brompton station is the nearest train station and is served by the Overground and Southern Railway. West Brompton Station is approximately 1.4 miles from the hospital.
• By Underground View
  • South Kensington station is the nearest underground station and is on the Circle, District, and Piccadilly Line. The Underground station is approximately 0.8 miles from the hospital.
• Useful Links View
  • Please use the link below for information on getting to the hospital provided by Royal Brompton Hospital.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please use the link below for TFL journey planner.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please use the link below for more information on South Kensington Underground Station.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Please use the link below for more information on West Brompton Station.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
• The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located on the ground floor of the Sydney Wing.
• The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 020 7349 7715.
• The email address for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is [email protected].
• There are not volunteers available for help and assistance at the hospital.
• Documents are available in an alternative format and can be provided to include: Braille on request, large print on request, Makaton on request, different languages on request and audio on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available on request.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• A mobility scooter charging point is not available at the hospital.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs, adjustable beds and crutches.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact the Main Reception.

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Hospital Parking (Permit Holders)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located at the front of the hospital.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is block paving.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 233cm x 440cm.
  • There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Access to the Hospital View
  • 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 hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 15m (16yd 1ft) from the Main Entrance.
• Comments View
  • The car park is for permit holders only.

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Public Parking

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• On Street Blue Badge Parking View
  • There is a/are clearly signed and/or marked on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) is/are located on Sydney Street.
  • The dimensions of the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 210cm x 470cm.
  • There are not parking charges for the on street Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment term signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is for 4 hours only.
• Public Car Park View
  • There is not a car park for public use within approximately 200m (219yd).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.

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Getting To (Princess Alexandra Ward)

• Princess Alexandra Ward is/are located on level 5 of Sydney Wing.
• Access to Princess Alexandra Ward is via the Main Hospital Entrance (Sydney Street).
• Enter through the double doors to the right of the main hospital reception.
  Head straight along the corridor and through another set of double doors.
  Turn right at the Laboratory Medicine Department and enter the level 2 lift lobby.
  Take the lift up to level 5.
  Exit the lift lobby to the left, head to the end of the corridor and the ward is on the right hand side.
• There is step free access, via lift, to Princess Alexandra Ward.
• Princess Alexandra Ward is approximately 13m from the lift lobby level 5.
• There are resting areas along the route.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
  • 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 137cm .
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 111cm (3ft 8in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 155cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 163cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • 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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Other Floors (Level 1 to 2)

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, single doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1 and 2.
  • 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 not 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 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 provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Other Floors (Level 2 to Level 6)

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
  • 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 not 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 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 (Lift 1, 2, 3, and 4)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located along the corridor at the rear of the hospital.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 40m (43yd 2ft) from the Main Entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are 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 colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is good.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
• The clear door width is 130cm.
• The dimensions of the lift are 176cm x 267cm.
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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• Comments View
  • There are three similar lifts in this location that access the same levels.
  • Lift 3 is for staff only.

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Ward (Princess Alexandra Ward)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an cardiac ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 5 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 5 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 35 bed(s) on this ward in total.
• Ward Access View
  • There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The automatic door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 157cm (5ft 2in).
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 134cm (4ft 5in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • There is clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is some flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the ward reception desk is 112cm.
  • There is a lowered section.
  • The height of the lowered section of the desk is 96cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Relatives' Room View
  • There is not a relatives' room for the ward.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is not available on the ward.
  • There are washroom facilities for patients on the ward.
  • There are toilet facilities for patients on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Visitors are able to use the patient toilets on the ward.
• Visiting Times View
  • Visiting times vary, please contact the ward in advance.

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Day Room / Lounge Area

• There is a day room/lounge area.
• The day room/lounge area is approximately 30m from the Princess Alexandra Ward 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 single width.
• The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is a space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There are sofas and also a mixture of single 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 41cm (1ft 4in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 75cm (2ft 6in).
• The room does not 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 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 moderate to good.

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Washroom (Wash Basin)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wash basin.
  • There is/are 2 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located on the right as you enter the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 6m from the Princess Alexandra Ward Entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is female.
  • 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 is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 66cm (2ft 2in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 88cm x 170cm (2ft 11in x 5ft 7in).
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • 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 height of the wash basin is 74cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 132cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 134cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There is a similar male washroom next to this one.

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Washroom (Stepped Shower)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located on the right as you enter.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 7m from the Princess Alexandra Ward Entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • 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 is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm (2ft 6in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 135cm x 267cm (4ft 5in x 8ft 9in).
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • 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 not a wash basin.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 110cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• 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 is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 54cm (1ft 9in).
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
  • The shower cubicle is accessed via a medium step.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The step into the shower is 15cm high.

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Washroom (Accessible Shower)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located at the rear of the ward on the right hand side, opposite the day room.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 30m from the Princess Alexandra Ward Entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is interchangeable between male and female.
  • 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 may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 164cm x 177cm (5ft 5in x 5ft 10in).
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • 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 not a wash basin.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 119cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is fair.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • There is also a shower chair available in this washroom.

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Washroom (Assisted Shower)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located at the rear of the ward on the right hand side, next to the day room.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 28m from the Princess Alexandra Ward Entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • 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 may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 204cm x 174cm (6ft 8in x 5ft 9in).
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • 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 not a wash basin.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 130cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• 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 shower control type is twist/turn.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
  • The shower tray is accessed via a deep step.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The step to access the shower is 23cm high.

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Accessible Toilet(s)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the rear of the ward on the right, opposite side room 3.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m from the Princess Alexandra Ward Entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is written text and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm.
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is fair.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is fair.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 179cm x 171cm.
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 75cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • There is a flush.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on the right.
  • There is not a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a wall which acts as a backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 82cm (2ft 8in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is fair.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 147cm (4ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is fair.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
• Comments View
  • There are horizontal rails either side and in front of the wash basin.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female and male toilets are located on the right as you enter the ward.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 5m from the Princess Alexandra Ward Entrance.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the internal toilet door(s) and wall(s) is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The toilet seats have a good colour contrast.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There is a/are horizontal wall mounted rail(s) on the right as you face the toilet.
  • The colour contrast of the horizontal wall mounted grab rail(s) in the ambulant cubicle(s) is good.
  • The ambulant toilet does not have vertical wall mounted grab rails.
  • The information above relates to the female toilet. There is a different configuration of rails in the male toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 85cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser is located above the wash basin.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Toilet Facilities 2 View
  • The female and male toilets are located at the rear of the ward on the right hand side.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 19m from the Princess Alexandra Ward Entrance.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the internal toilet door(s) and wall(s) is fair.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The toilet seats have a good colour contrast.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There is a/are horizontal wall mounted rail(s) on the left as you face the toilet.
  • The colour contrast of the horizontal wall mounted grab rail(s) in the ambulant cubicle(s) is good.
  • The ambulant toilet does not have vertical wall mounted grab rails.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 86cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser is located above the wash basin.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, and the third floor, of the Chelsea Wing.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor, and third floor, of the Chelsea Wing.
• Shared standard toilet facilities are located on level 3, 4 and 5 of the Sydney Wing.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Royal Brompton Hospital - Sydney Wing and Chelsea Wing link (new tab) - click here.