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Getting To (D4 Ward)

• This route starts at the QPark Car Park.
• The most accessible route from here has step-free level access.
• This route also has bollards.
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• Access to this ward is via the QPark Car Park Yellow Zone Main Entrance.
• There is not a drop-off point at this entrance.
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• This ward is located in Core D on level 4.
• The ward is approximately 12m from the Core D lifts.
• Enter the hospital via the QPark Car Park Yellow Zone Main Entrance and proceed to the Welcome Centre lifts ahead.
• Take a lift to level 5.
• Exit the lift and proceed along the walkway to the right, following the blue wayfinding line.
• Continue across the level 5 foyer, then turn left.
• Follow this walkway to the very end, continue through the automatic doors into Core D and the Core D lifts are located straight ahead.
• Take a lift to Level 4.
• Exit the lift, turn right and then left. Ward D4 is on the right. .
• This route to the ward has a lift.
• There are manual doors along this route.
• Some flooring is shiny along this route.
• There are resting areas along this route to the ward.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Dementia-friendly signage is not provided.
• The following toilet facilities are available along the route: a changing places facility, accessible toilet (with left hand transfer), toilets for ambulant disabled users and standard toilets.
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Entrance (QPark Car Park Yellow Zone Main Entrance)

• This entrance is located within the Yellow Zone of the QPark Car Park, in the centre of the building.
• The approach to the entrance has bollards.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is an intercom at a height of 120cm.
• There are double automatic doors.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 150cm.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 125cm.
• This entrance brings you into level 0 of the hospital.

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Parking (QPark Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located on the left side of the front of the building, along Grove Lane.
  • The car park is sheltered.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • The height of the restriction barrier is 210cm.
  • There are 60 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 241cm (width) x 470cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 129cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 7m from the QPark Car Park Yellow Zone Main Entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
  • This route has bollards.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders but not all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • There are 6 electric vehicle charging points.
  • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 260cm (width) x 450cm (depth).
  • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • You do not need an online account to use the charging point.
  • Payment can be made with a credit/debit card (contactless).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Lift (Welcome Centre Lifts)

• The lift surveyed is located ahead as you enter the hospital via the main entrance's, in the centre of the hospital building.
• The distance from the QPark Car Park Yellow Zone Main Entrance is 20m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Level 0, level 2, level 3, level 4 and level 5 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high colour contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 1275kg.
  • The control buttons have a varying colour contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 110cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 196cm (width) x 137cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
  • The control buttons have a medium colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator and an intercom hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

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Lift (Core D Lifts)

• The lift surveyed is located on level 5 and in the rear left corner of the hospital building.
• The distance from the Welcome Centre lifts is 80m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• There are manual doors along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Level 2, level 3, level 4, level 5 and level 6 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high colour contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The weight limit for the lift is 1275kg.
  • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 110cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 196cm (width) x 137cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile and Braille markings.
  • The control buttons have a medium colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator and an intercom hearing assistance system.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.
  • Only the right lift (lift 2) gives access to level 6.
  • These lifts can only be accessed on level 5 by using the Welcome Centre lifts.

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Reception (D4 Ward)

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• Location View
  • The reception is located outside the ward entrance.
  • The distance from the Core D lifts is 15m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the reception has step-free level access.
  • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 112cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 75cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • 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 and chairs without armrests.

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Ward (Ward D4)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a children's ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • The ward includes side rooms and bays.
• Location and Access View
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into this ward.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 105cm.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a high colour contrast.
• Getting Around View
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Doors are held open along circulation routes.
  • There is a high colour contrast between the walls and floor along circulation routes.
  • Some flooring is shiny and patterned.
  • There is background noise in some areas of the venue.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
• Reception / Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the reception desk is 112cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 75cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Facilities and Services View
  • Seating available on the ward includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There are powered overhead and mobile hoists on this ward.
  • There is a relatives' room for the ward.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Patient)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • Toilets with adaptations are not available.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • The washroom facilities with adaptations are located on the main ward corridor.
  • Standard washroom facilities are located in bay 15-18 and within the side rooms.
  • Shower facilities with adaptations are located on the ward corridor.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Visitor)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located outside the D4 Ward entrance.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
  • Shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located outside the D4 Ward entrance.
• Changing Facilities View
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located outside the D4 Ward entrance.

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Room (Playroom)

• The room is located to the right of the ward corridor.
• The distance from the D4 Ward entrance is 16m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
• There is no signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single manual door.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 92cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny and patterned.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Seating available in this room includes: chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in this room includes: tables.
• Some of the tables are fixed.
• The surface height of the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• The clear height under the tables/desks is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a television, a play area and a wash basin.
• There may be background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Room (Relatives and Carers Sitting Room)

• The room is located to the right of the ward corridor.
• The distance from the D4 Ward entrance is 15m.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• 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.
• The door opens away from you.
• The door is easy to open.
• The width of the opening is 85cm.
• The door has a high colour contrast.
• There is step-free level access throughout.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
• Seating available in this room includes: chairs with armrests and sofas.
• Furniture available in this room includes: coffee tables.
• None of the tables are fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin.
• There is background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Standard Bedroom and Ensuite (Side Room 2)

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• Bedroom Access View
  • The bedroom surveyed is located on the main ward corridor.
  • The most accessible route to the bedroom has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the bedroom.
  • There is numbered signage on or near the door.
  • The door requires effort to open.
• Bedroom Features View
  • The bedroom has a single bed.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre next to the bed.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in the bedroom includes: a chair with armrests.
  • Furniture available in the bedroom includes: a table.
  • The following is also available in this bedroom: bedside plug sockets.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • The bed is height adjustable.
• Ensuite Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the ensuite.
  • The ensuite door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
• Ensuite Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the ensuite are 330cm (width) x 120cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is lateral transfer space on both sides of the toilet, however they are obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 98cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 147cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • Additional features include: a mirror and a shelf.
  • The ensuite has a pedal bin.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • The ensuite has a wheel in shower.
  • There is an adjustable shower head.
  • The shower controls are sensor.
  • There is a shower seat.
  • There are no grab rails for the shower.
  • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.

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Shower with Adaptations (Shower Room)

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• Access View
  • The shower surveyed is located on the main ward corridor, opposite bay 15-18.
  • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens both ways and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is an adjustable shower head.
  • The shower controls are sensor.
  • There is a shower seat.
  • The shower seat is 47cm from the floor.
  • There is a grab rail for the shower.
  • The grab rail for the shower has a high colour contrast.
  • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is an unobstructed shelf.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a clinical waste bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Bathroom with Adaptations (Bathroom)

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• Location and Access View
  • The bathroom surveyed is located on the ward corridor, opposite bay 15-18.
  • The most accessible route to the bathroom room has step-free level access.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the bathroom are 365cm (width) x 330cm (depth).
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 84cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a wall sensor flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the non-transfer side.
  • There is no horizontal grab rail for the toilet.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The vertical grab rails have a high colour contrast.
  • There are dropdown grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The dropdown grab rails have a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 95cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 69cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a high colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 92cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a high colour contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 127cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a long 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 bathroom has a pedal bin and a clinical waste bin.
  • There are no coat hooks.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • The bathroom has a height adjustable bath.
  • The wash basin has lever controls.
  • There is a fixed hoist which covers the bath and the wash basin.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Visitors Toilet - Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location View
  • The toilet surveyed is located outside the D4 Ward entrance.
  • The distance from the D4 Ward entrance is 3m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high colour contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 163cm (width) x 250cm (depth).
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 82cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a wall sensor flush for the toilet.
  • The flush is on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
  • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a high colour contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 95cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a sensor tap.
  • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 79cm from the floor.
  • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a medium colour contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 92cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 127cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a full length mirror.
  • There is an unobstructed shelf.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a pedal bin and a clinical waste bin.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 118cm and 160cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.