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B-Floor X-Ray

Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Glossop Road, Sheffield, S10 2JF

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Getting To (B-Floor X-Ray)

  • The B-Floor X-Ray is/are located on Level B of the Admissions Assessment Unit/Minor Injuries Unit/Rheumatology Outpatients building.
  • Access to the B-Floor X-Ray is via the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12.
  • After entering the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12, proceed directly ahead and the department is located on the left of the corridor.
  • There is step free access to the B-Floor X-Ray.
  • The B-Floor X-Ray is approximately 40m from the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12.
  • There is a/are manual, double door(s) which may be difficult to open between the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12 and the department/service.
  • There are not resting areas along the route.
  • Wayfinding signage is 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.

Parking (Claremont Crescent Entrance 12 - Accessible Parking)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located outside the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There are 8 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 235cm (width) x 470cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 124cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 31m from the Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a steep slope.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for Blue Badge holders only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Claremont Crescent - Entrance 12)

  • This entrance is located at the north-east side of the hospital, opposite Claremont Crescent.
  • The approach to the entrance has a bollard.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope or ramp at the entrance.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 132cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 112cm.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 163cm.
  • The doors have a low colour contrast.
  • This entrance gives access to Floor B.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00 - 18:00.
  • Tuesday 08:00 - 18:00.
  • Wednesday 08:00 - 18:00.
  • Thursday 08:00 - 18:00.
  • Friday 08:00 - 18:00.
  • Saturday Closed.
  • Sunday Closed.

Entrance (B-Floor X-Ray)

  • Entrance Details View
    • This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor.
    • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
    • There is step free access at this entrance.
    • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
    • The door(s) is/are double width.
    • The door(s) is/are heavy.
    • The width of the door opening is 147cm.

Reception

  • The B-Floor X-Ray is located ahead from the department entrance and then on the right of the corridor.
  • The reception area/desk is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the department entrance.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is not visible from the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the reception area/desk.
  • The lighting levels at the reception area/desk are bright.
  • The height of the reception desk is medium height (77cm - 109cm).
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the desk.
  • There is a low section of the desk (76cm or below) available.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the low section of the desk.
  • There is not a clear knee recess beneath the low section of the desk.
  • The desk is staffed.
  • There is a bell to attract attention.
  • The bell is at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is a hearing assistance system.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are trained to use the system.

Inside Access

  • There is level access once inside.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • This venue does not play background music.
  • Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
  • Wayfinding signage is available.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.

Waiting Room / Area

  • There is a waiting room / area.
  • The waiting room / area is approximately 12m from the department entrance.
  • There is level access into the waiting room / area.
  • There is not a/are not door(s) into the waiting room / area.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is a space for a wheelchair user to wait within the seating area.
  • All chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs with armrests are available.
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Announcements are in person.
  • 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 available.
  • There is not 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 good.

Consultation / Treatment Room (X-Ray)

  • There is / are 2 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
  • The name / number of the room surveyed was; X1.
  • There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
  • There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The door(s) is/are easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is a bed / couch.
  • The bed / couch is adjustable.
  • A hoist can be brought in from another department.
  • There is sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
  • There is a chair.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
  • There are no chairs with armrests available.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The room does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • Lighting levels are good.

Standard Changing Room (1C)

  • There is a/are standard changing room(s) available.
  • The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located off the main corridor.
  • The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 4m (4yd 1ft) from the entrance.
  • The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 7m (7yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
  • There is level access to the standard changing room(s).
  • Comments View
    • There are six standard changing rooms that link directly to the radiography rooms.
    • There is a larger changing room for each of the radiography rooms.

Toilet with Adaptations

  • Accessible toilet facilities are not available.
  • Comments View
    • The nearest accessible toilet is located in the foyer of Admissions Assessment Unit/Minor Injuries Unit/ Rheumatology Outpatients building.

Standard Toilet(s)

Wheelchair Stations

  • If you have mobility issues and need help getting around the site, you can access a hospital wheelchair from one of the wheelchair stations, located at main entrances.
  • You may need a £1 coin or trolley token to access a chair.
  • If you have any issues, please speak to a volunteer, receptionist or porter who will be able to assist.
  • Locations can be found here.

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