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Getting Here (Kingfisher House)

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• By Road View
  • Kingfisher House is located on Huntingdon Business Park.
    From the west, it is accessed from the west bound A141.
    From Huntingdon Town Centre it is accessed via the A1307.
  • Standard and Blue Badge parking is available for staff and visitors.
    NHS staff are also able to use the Anglian Water car park.
• By Bus View
  • There is not a bus stop within 150 metres of the venue.
  • The nearest bus stop is on the Hinchingbrooke Hospital site.
  • For more information on bus services please click here (opens new tab).
• By Train View
  • The nearest Railway Station is Huntingdon.
  • Huntingdon train station is located approximately 2.4 miles away from the venue.
    This is an 8 minute car journey via Brampton Road, the A1307 and the A141.
  • For more information on train services from Huntingdon please click here (opens new tab).
  • For more information on Huntingdon station facilities please click here (opens new tab).

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Parking (Kingfisher House)

• The building does have its own parking facilities.
• The car park is located in front of Kingfisher House.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• The car park does not have a barrier control system.
• The car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
• There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
• The Blue Badge bay(s) markings are faded.
• There is/are 6 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 230cm x 470cm (7ft 7in x 15ft 5in).
• 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.
• Clearly marked/signposted parent and child parking bays are not available.
• All parking spaces are provided on a first come first served basis.
• There are not parking charges for the car park.
• 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 uneven surfaces.
• The entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
• The surface on the approach to the entrance is tarmac, concrete tiles and block paving.
• There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
• There is no tactile paving on dropped kerbs between the car park and the entrance.
• The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the Kingfisher House main entrance.
• There is not a/are not clearly marked drop-off point(s).

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Opening Times (Kingfisher House)

• Monday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Thursday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Friday 09:00 - 17:00.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Outside Access (Kingfisher House - Main Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
• The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
• There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
• There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
• The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
• The height of the intercom is 125cm (4ft 1in).
• A key card is required for access at this entrance.
• The height of the key card reader is 144cm.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 85cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.

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• Ramp/Slope View
  • The gradient of the ramp/slope is slight.
• Comments View
  • The door release button is 142cm high.
  • There are bollards located between the dropped kerb leading from the car park and entrance. They have a good colour contrast with the paving.

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Reception (Main Entrance)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located to the right as you enter via the Kingfisher House main entrance.
  • The reception point is approximately 2m (2yd 7in) from the Kingfisher House main entrance.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is high (110cm+).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is not a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The type of flooring is carpet.
  • There is not sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • There are seats with armrests on both sides.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
  • There is a television.
  • Subtitles are available.
  • Vending machines are not available.
  • A water dispenser is not available.
  • 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 good.
• Comments View
  • There is a low section at the reception desk, however this is higher than 76cm.

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Getting Around (Kingfisher House)

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• Access View
  • There is step free access throughout the building via lift(s).
• Circulation View
  • There are doors in corridors which have to be opened manually.
  • The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is carpet and vinyl.
  • Handrails are not provided in corridors.
  • Seating is provided in some corridors.
  • There is good visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
  • The lighting levels are good.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • There is not a designated place of safety which can be used by people with dementia, autism or learning disabilities.
  • This venue does not play background music in public areas.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system in the public areas of the building.

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Other Floors

• Stairs can be used to access other floors.
• The stairs are located to the left as you enter via the Kingfisher House main entrance.
• The stairs are approximately 5m from the Kingfisher House main entrance.
• The stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
• There are 15+ steps between floors.
• The height of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the step(s) is/are 19cm.
• The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
• The steps are clearly marked.
• The steps do have open risers.
• There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
• 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 are not provided on landings.
• The lighting levels at the steps are moderate to good.

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Lift

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead as you enter the building and to the right.
• The lift is clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
• 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 good.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is poor.
• The clear door width is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 110cm x 140cm (3ft 7in x 4ft 7in).
• There are no 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 have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does not have an audible announcer.
• The 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 levels in the lift are low to moderate.

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Entrance (First Floor)

• This information is for the entrance located to the right as you exit the lift on the first floor.
• The entrance area/door is not clearly signed.
• There is step-free access at this entrance.
• The entrance door(s) does/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
• A key card is required for access at this entrance.
• The height of the key card reader is 140cm.
• The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
• The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 77cm.

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• Comments View
  • There is an exit button at this entrance.
  • The exit button is 77cm high.

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Area(s) (First Floor Office)

• The facilities/services located on the first floor include; office space, a meeting room, printing facilities and kitchen.
• There is step-free access throughout the first floor.
• There are doors in lobby areas/corridors/walkways which have to be opened manually.
• The type of flooring in corridors/walkways is carpet.
• Not all of the main walkway(s)/aisle(s) in the open plan office(s) are wide enough for wheelchair users to pass.
• The following facilities in this area may not be accessible or usable for wheelchair users; some desks.
• The type of flooring in the open plan/communal areas is carpet.
• There is good visual contrast between the walls and floor in all areas.
• Access to other floors/levels is via lift.
• There are no height adjustable desks in this area.
• There are desks which are potentially accessible for wheelchair users in this area.
• Seating in this area includes; adjustable chairs with wheels and armrests, adjustable chairs with wheels but no armrests, chairs with wheels but no armrests and chairs with no armrests.
• Wayfinding signage is not provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• None of the doors in this area have Braille signage.
• None of the doors in this area have tactile signage.
• There is not background music in this area.

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• Refreshment Area(s) View
  • There are no communal refreshment areas.

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Room(s) (First Floor Meeting Room)

• The room surveyed was Murray Room.
• Murray Room is located ahead as you enter the office, to the right past the lockers and then to the right.

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• Access View
  • There is wayfinding signage on route to the room(s).
  • Signage for the room(s) is not available in upper and lower case lettering that is clearly visible.
  • There is written signage for the room, in upper and lower case lettering, but it is not clearly visible.
  • The corridor/walkway outside the room(s) is sufficiently wide enough (150cm+) to allow wheelchair users to pass.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • There is step-free access into the room(s).
• Room Details View
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) for the room(s) is/are not push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are single.
  • The door opening width(s) is/are 75cm+ for the room(s).
  • The door may be difficult for some to open.
  • Light switches are between 75cm and 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system for the room(s).
  • This room has a television screen and a whiteboard.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon in the room(s).
  • There is not fixed furniture within the room(s).
  • The clear floor space beneath tables in the room(s) is 70cm.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to turn within the room.
  • A height adjustable table/bench is not available.
  • There are no chairs with armrests on both sides within the room(s).
  • The type of flooring in the room(s) is carpet.
  • Floor coverings in the room(s) are even with no trip hazards.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Kitchen (First Floor Office)

• The kitchen is located to the left as you enter the office area on the first floor.
• There is step-free access to the kitchen.
• There is a/are door(s) to access the kitchen.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are not push pad activated.
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door has a closer and maybe difficult for some to open.
• The width of the door opening is 76cm.
• There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre within the kitchen.
• The height of the work surfaces are 90cm (2ft 11in).
• There is not a dual height refreshment counter.
• There is not a work surface with a clear knee recess.
• There is not a height adjustable work surface.
• The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
• Vending machines are available.
• The vending machine controls are within 120cm (4ft) from floor level.
• Plastic/takeaway cups are not available.
• Drinking straws are not available.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Ground Floor - Left Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located straight ahead as you enter the main entrance through the double doors.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 11m (12yd 1in) from the Kingfisher House main entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from reception.
  • There is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 148cm x 220cm (4ft 10in x 7ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The toilet has a non-slip floor.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 76cm (2ft 6in).
  • The transfer space is obstructed by a sanitary bin.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary and pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is 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.
  • 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 next to the toilet.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the left hand side of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • Taps do not have clear markings to indicate hot and cold settings.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 123cm.
  • 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 130cm (4ft 3in).
  • There is a hand dryer.
  • The hand dryer cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The hand dryer is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the hand dryer is 100cm (3ft 3in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The visual contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is poor.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Opposite Transfer Toilet(s) View
  • There is not an opposite transfer toilet in this location.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ground Floor)

• There is/are 1 male toilet(s) located on the ground floor.
• There is/are 1 female toilet(s) located on the ground floor.
• The type of signage on or near the standard toilet door(s) is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written.
• There is not a male standard toilet with a lowered urinal.
• The wash basin tap types in standard toilets are lever.
• The lighting levels are good in the male and female standard toilets.

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Standard Toilet(s) (First Floor)

• There is/are 1 male toilet(s) located on the first floor.
• There is/are 1 female toilet(s) located on the first floor.
• The type of signage on or near the standard toilet door(s) is Braille, tactile, pictorial and written.
• There is not a male standard toilet with a lowered urinal.
• The wash basin tap types in standard toilets are lever.
• The lighting levels are good in the male and female standard toilets.