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Getting To The Hospital

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• By Road View
  • The main hospital entrance to the Northern General Hospital is located off Barnsley Road, with another entrance off Herries Road. If you are using a sat nav to find the hospital please use the postcode S5 7AT or postcode S5 7AU.
  • The Blue Badge parking areas and the standard parking are located off Barnsley Road and Herries Road.
• By Bus View
  • There are two bus routes within the northern general hospital. Buses 32 and H1. Bus 32 stops located within the Northern General Hospital are Herries Road, Outpatients 2, Estates Department, Clock Tower and Brearley Wing. H1 bus stops at the Clock Tower.
• Useful Links View
  • This link provides detailed information on the different methods of transport to the hospital.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital.
• The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 0114 271 2400.
• 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.
• Hospital staff do receive disability awareness / equality training.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request and large print on request.
• There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located on the wooded area of Barnsley Road Drive.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs, walking frames, mobile hoists, hoist slings and adjustable beds.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact main reception.
• Additional hospital services link (new tab) - click here.

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Hospital Parking

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located at the side 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 not have a barrier control system.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point.
  • The drop-off point is located outside the Huntsman Building main entrance.
• Paying View
  • There are parking charges for the hospital car park.
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located at the payment machines in the car park.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Payment machines are located throughout the car park.
  • There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is not a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • To see the hospital parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
• 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 dropped kerbs.
  • The hospital entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the hospital entrance is clearly signposted.

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Getting To (Huntsman 7)

• Huntsman 7 is/are located on Level G of the Huntsman Building.
• Access to Huntsman 7 is via the main entrance.
• After entering the main Huntsman Building entrance, proceed along the corridor to the first set of lifts on the left. Take the lifts to Level G and on exiting the ward is located directly ahead.
• There is step free access, via lift, to Huntsman 7.
• Huntsman 7 is approximately 10m from the Huntsman Building lifts.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• There is flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes 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 not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 156cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • 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 156cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is easy.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.

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Other Floors (Huntsman Building)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are B, C, D, E, F, G.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift (Huntsman Building)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located on the left of the Huntsman Building main corridor.
• The lift is approximately 69m (75yd 1ft) from the Huntsman Building main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are B, C, D, E, F, G.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• 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 have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 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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Entrance (Huntsman 6 and 7)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level G.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
  • The hand sanitiser is not in a suitable position for wheelchair users.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 167cm.

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Opening Times (Visiting Hours)

• Monday 14:00 - 16:00.
• Monday 18:00 - 20:00.
• Tuesday 14:00 - 16:00.
• Tuesday 18:00 - 20:00.
• Wednesday 14:00 - 16:00.
• Wednesday 18:00 - 20:00.
• Thursday 14:00 - 16:00.
• Thursday 18:00 - 20:00.
• Friday 14:00 - 16:00.
• Friday 18:00 - 20:00.
• Saturday 14:00 - 16:00.
• Saturday 18:00 - 20:00.
• Sunday 14:00 - 16:00.
• Sunday 18:00 - 20:00.

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Ward

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an orthopaedics ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 4 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 4 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 28 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are light.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm (4ft 11in).
  • The hand sanitiser is not in a suitable position for wheelchair users.
  • There is level access throughout 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 medium.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the Nurses' Station desk is 72cm.
  • There is not a lowered section.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is available on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located on the corridor leading to the ward.
  • There are standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.

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Washroom (Shower Room)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower and a wash basin.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This is a shared washroom.
  • There is written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards and 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 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 126cm x 248cm (4ft 2in x 8ft 2in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • 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 flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 168cm 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 79cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 117cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 133cm.
  • 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 head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is lever.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available.
  • The shower area is accessed via an easy slope.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is good.
  • 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 bright.

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Washroom (Male Washroom)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wash basin.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This is a male washroom.
  • There is written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) sliding.
  • 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 65cm (2ft 2in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 157cm x 215cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 1in).
  • 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 flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 165cm 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 80cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 130cm.
  • 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 good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Washroom (Side Rooms 1 and 2)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This is a shared washroom.
  • There is written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards and 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 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 324cm x 200cm (10ft 8in x 6ft 7in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • 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 flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There are coat hooks at 157cm and 163cm 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 80cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The tap type is lever. 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 104cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • 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.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 108cm.
  • There is a flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • 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 93cm.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • 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 medium.

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Accessible Toilet (Bay)

• There are accessible toilet facilities within this venue.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is written text, tactile, pictorial and Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is located in each bay.
  • There is level access to this 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 twist lock.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 83cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 153cm x 161cm (5ft x 5ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm in front of the seat.
  • 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 a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall-mounted grab rails are available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is not higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • There is a mirror.
  • 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 height of the towel dispenser is 122cm (4ft).
  • 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).
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Visitors)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Shared Toilet(s) View
  • The shared toilets that were surveyed are located directly ahead on entering and then on the right of the corridor.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the Huntsman 6 and 7 entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the shared toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is not available.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Huntsman Building link (new tab) - click here.
• Huntsman 2 link (new tab) - click here.
• Huntsman 6 link (new tab) - click here.