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COVID-19 Information (Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust Covid-19 Information)

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Introduction

• The Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre is located in an outbuilding on the hospital site.

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Opening Times

• Monday 07:00 - 19:00.
• Tuesday 07:00 - 19:00.
• Wednesday 07:00 - 19:00.
• Thursday 07:00 - 19:00.
• Friday 07:00 - 19:00.
• Saturday 07:00 - 19:00.
• Sunday 07:00 - 19:00.

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Location

• The venue is situated outside the centre of the town.
• This venue is situated in Birmingham.
• The venue is not situated on a road which has a steep gradient.
• There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
• The nearest mainline station is Jewellery Quarter.

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Parking

• The venue does have its own car park.
• Parking is not free for all users.
• Parking is not free for Blue Badge holders.
• The car park is at the front of the venue.
• The car park type is open air/surface.
• Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• There are 6 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
• The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 470cm x 256cm (15ft 5in x 8ft 5in).
• The nearest designated bay is 7m (22ft 12in) from the entrance.
• The furthest designated bay is 14m (15yd) from the entrance.
• 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 dropped kerbs.
• The car park surface is tarmac.
• There is a dropped kerb / non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
• The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
• The patron does have to cross a road.
• The road is generally quiet.
• The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.

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• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details. View
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located outside the entrance.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
  • There is not tactile paving on the dropped kerb.

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Outside Access (Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre Entrance)

• This information is for the entrance located at the front of the venue.
• There is not level access into the venue.
• The main doors open automatically.
• The doors are double width.
• The door opening is 151cm (4ft 11in) wide.

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• Second set of doors View
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The doors open automatically.
  • The doors are double width.
  • The door opening is 149cm (4ft 11in) wide.

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Level Change (Birmingham & Midland Eye Centre Entrance)

• There is a ramp or slope to access this service.
• The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
• The ramp or slope is easy.
• The ramp or slope is permanent.

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Counter (Pharmacy)

• The counter is 5m (16ft 5in) from the entrance .
• There is level access to the counter from the entrance.
• There is not a touchscreen.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
• The height of the counter is medium.
• There is not a lowered section.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing assistance system is not available only on request.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use system.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Reception (A & E Reception)

• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
• The desk does not have a low (76cm or lower) section.
• The desk is generally staffed.
• The lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is not available only on request.
• The type of system is a fixed loop.
• Staff are trained to use the system.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk.

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Reception (General Office)

• The desk is 8m (26ft 3in) from the entrance .
• There is level access to reception from the entrance.
• The reception desk is medium height.
• The desk does not have a lowered section.
• The desk is generally staffed.
• Lighting levels are medium.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The hearing system is available only on request.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• Staff are trained to use system.
• There is a bell to attract attention.
• There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk.

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Waiting Room / Area

• The vending machine controls are not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
• Announcements are in person.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a television.
• Vending machines are available.
• There is not a children's play area.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Other Floors

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are deep (18cm+).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.

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Lift

• The lift is located towards the rear of the venue.
• The lift is 14m (15yd 11in) from the entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 125cm (4ft 1in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 136cm x 237cm (4ft 6in x 7ft 9in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does not have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Accessible Toilet

• There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The accessible toilet is located towards the rear of the venue.
  • The accessible toilet is 14m (15yd) from the entrance.
  • There is level access to the accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is a unisex toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a locking handle.
  • The door is light.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 142cm x 200cm (4ft 8in x 6ft 7in).
  • Floor manoeuvring space is not clear in the accessible toilet.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is not a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is a mixer tap.
  • There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
  • It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (0ft 4in) from floor).
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a coat hook.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
  • Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • 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 towel dispenser is 116cm (3ft 10in) high.
  • 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 toilet roll holder is 103cm (3ft 5in) high.
  • There is a sink.
  • The sink cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The sink is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the grab rails and wall is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilets are available.
• Access to Standard Female Toilet(s) View
  • The female toilets are located towards the rear of the venue.
  • The female toilets are 14m (15yd) from the entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female toilet.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilets are located towards the rear of the venue.
  • The male toilets are 15m (16yd) from the entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Baby Change Facilities View
  • Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.

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Additional Info Health

• Disability awareness / equality training can be provided for hospital staff.
• The most commonly produced documents could be provided in other formats.
• Documents in Braille, large print, audio and different languages format can be requested.
• Assistance dogs are allowed in most areas of the hospital.
• Areas with a high risk from infection, such as intensive care and wards should be contacted in advance before accessing with assistance dogs.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Staff are Text Relay aware.
• Switchboard staff are Text Relay aware.
• The mobility aids available include mobile hoists, ceiling tracking hoists, wheelchairs, tri wheel walkers, shower chairs, commodes, walking sticks, walking frames, hoist slings, adjustable beds and crutches.
• Portable hearing loops can be provided on request.