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Getting To (Blood Test Unit)

• The Blood Test Unit is/are located on Level C of the main outpatients building.
• Access to the Blood Test Unit is via the Main Outpatients Entrance 2.
• After entering the Main Outpatients Entrance 2, turn right towards the main reception desk and take the corridor to the left of the desk where the lifts are located on the left.
• Take a lift to Level C and on exiting turn right through the double doors.
• The entrance to the Blood Test Unit is located on the right.
• There is step free access, via lift, to the Blood Test Unit.
• The Blood Test Unit is approximately 15m from the lift.
• There is a/are manual, double door(s) which may be difficult to open between the lifts and the department/service.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• There is some 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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Parking (Multi-Storey Car Park)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located on A Road opposite, the Outpatients building.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • The height of the restriction barrier is 193cm.
  • There are 20+ designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are signposted and have markings which are faded.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 455cm (depth).
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
  • The nearest designated bay is 147m from the Main Outpatients Entrance - 2.
  • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • This route has bollards.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • There is a pedestrian crossing between the car park and the Outpatients main entrance.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders but not all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.

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Parking (Main Outpatients Entrance 2 - Accessible Parking and Drop-off)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located across the access road in front of Main Outpatients entrance - 2.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 231cm (width) x 534cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 128cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 26m from Main Outpatients entrance - 2.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • There are two pedestrian crossings between the blue badge bays and the Outpatients entrance.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located across the access road in front of the Main Outpatients entrance - 2.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the drop-off point.

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Entrance (Main Outpatients Entrance - 2)

• This entrance is located on A Road, to the left of the Multi-Storey car park.
• 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 are double automatic doors.
• The doors are permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 173cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high colour contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors, which are push pad activated.
• The height of the push pad is 96cm.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 165cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low colour contrast.
• This entrance gives access to Floor A.

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Reception (Main Outpatients Entrance - 2 Reception)

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• Location View
  • The reception is located to the right after entering via the Main Outpatients Entrance - 2.
  • The distance from Outpatients Entrance - 2 is 7m.
• Route View
  • The most accessible route to the reception has step-free level access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
• Access View
  • There is step-free level access to the reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 113cm.
  • There is a lowered section at the desk.
  • The height of the lowered section is 73cm.
  • The reception has screens and patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is background noise in this area.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • 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.
  • Some seating is fixed.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.

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Opening Times

• Monday 07:30 - 17:20.
• Tuesday 07:30 - 17:20.
• Wednesday 07:30 - 17:20.
• Thursday 07:30 - 17:20.
• Friday 07:30 - 17:20.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Entrance

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level C of the outpatients building.
  • The entrance area/door is not 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 permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 145cm.

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Reception

• There is not a reception but patients must take a ticket and then go to the waiting room to be called.

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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.
• The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl/laminate.
• There is flooring in corridors with a very shiny finish which could cause issues with glare or be perceived as slippery.
• There is some flooring in corridors with large, repeating patterns that incorporate bold contrasting colours or simulate steps.
• The lighting levels are bright.

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Waiting Room / Area

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is approximately 20m from the department entrance.
• There is level access into the waiting room / area.
• There is a/are door(s) into the waiting room / area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are double width.
• The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 82cm (2ft 8in).
• 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.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Announcements are audible and visual.
• The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a 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 space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Blood Test Booth)

• There is / are 12 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Booth 12.
• There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
• There is not a/are not door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is/are adjustable.
• All chairs have armrests available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Lift (Outpatients Lifts)

• The lift surveyed is located on the left after entering the Outpatient building.
• The distance from the Main Outpatients entrance - 2 is 18m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Doors are held open along the most accessible route.

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• Standard Lift View
  • Floors A, B and C can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low 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 1500kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 106cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 142cm (width) x 221cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a high colour contrast.
  • All of the internal lift 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 audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

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Toilet with Adaptations

• 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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is located in the main department corridor on the left.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the department entrance.
  • 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 inwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 168cm x 250cm (5ft 6in x 8ft 2in).
  • 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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 97cm (3ft 2in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is 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 both sides.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • There is a mirror.
  • Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 47cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • 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 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 110cm.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm (2ft 6in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high visual 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.
• Comments View
  • There are two accessible toilets next to each other in the corridor.

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Standard Toilet(s)

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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 in the corridor opposite the waiting room.
  • The shared toilet(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the department 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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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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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Parking at Royal Hallamshire Hospital link (new tab) - click here.
• Entrances at Royal Hallamshire Hospital link (new tab) - click here.
• Toilets at Royal Hallamshire Hospital link (new tab) - click here.
• Getting To and Around Royal Hallamshire Hospital link (new tab) - click here.
• Outpatients Main Building link (new tab) - click here.