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Getting To The Hospital

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• By Road View
  • St George's Hospital is located on Blackshaw Road and can be accessed by the A24.
    Head north-east on High Street Colliers Wood/A24 towards Longley Road.
    Continue to follow A24 for 0.1 miles.
    Turn left onto Blackshaw Road and St George's Hospital is located on the right.
  • St George's Hospital has two visitors car park and multiple Blue Badge bays located at main entrances.
• By Bus View
  • Bus routes 493 and G1 enter the grounds of St George's Hospital.
    Several other bus routes serve roads within a short walk of the hospital.
    Routes 44, 77, 270, N44 stop on Garratt Lane, routes 57, 131. 219, and N155 stop on Tooting High Street, and routes 155, 264 and 280 stop on Blackshaw Road. Low-floor, wheelchair accessible buses run on all routes.
  • There is an onsite bus stop.
  • Onsite bus stops are located on the main hospital road.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Haydons Road, 1.6 miles from St George's Hospital.
• By Underground View
  • The nearest underground station is Tooting Broadway, 0.3 miles from St George's Hospital.
• Useful Links View
  • For detailed information on bus services please follow the link below.
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  • For detailed information on Southern Railway please follow the link below.
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  • For detailed information on Thameslink Railway please follow the link below.
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  • For detailed information on TFL services please follow the link below.
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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
• The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located on the ground floor of the Grosvenor Wing.
• The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 020 8725 2453.
• The email address for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is [email protected].
• There are volunteers available for help and assistance at the hospital.
• Volunteers can be found in the main corridor of all wings.
• Documents are available in an alternative format and can be provided to include: Braille on request, large print on request, Makaton on request and different languages on request.
• There is not an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available on request.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• A mobility scooter charging point is available at the hospital.
• The mobility scooter charging point is located at the Atkinson Morley Wing main reception.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs.
• To obtain mobility aids please contact the main receptions in each wing.

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Hospital Parking (Hospital Car Park 1)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located off Blackshaw Road.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does have a barrier control system.
  • The barrier controls/touchscreen can be reached from the car.
  • The car park surface is concrete.
  • There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• 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 and throughout the car park.
  • Payment machines are located throughout the car park.
  • There is not 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).
• 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 uneven surfaces.
  • 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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Hospital Parking (Hospital Car Park 2 - Blue Badge Parking - Out Of Use)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located off Perimeter Road.
  • 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 concrete.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) markings are faded.
  • There is/are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 240cm x 450cm (7ft 10in x 14ft 9in).
  • There is a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • The dimensions of other designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point.
  • The drop-off point is located in front of the Atkinson Morley Wing.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop-off point.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
• Paying View
  • There are parking charges for the hospital car park.
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located throughout the car park.
  • Payment signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • 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 level changes with no 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.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 22m (24yd 2in) from the Atkinson Morley Wing entrance.
• Comments View
  • Disabled users are able to get a lift from this car park to the Atkinson Morley Wing.
  • At the time of survey (April 2023) Car Park 2 was permanently closed for visitors.

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Hospital Parking (St James Wing - Blue Badge Parking)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located on the access road outside the St James Wing.
  • 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 concrete.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) markings are faded.
  • There is/are 5 designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 230cm x 608cm (7ft 7in x 19ft 11in).
  • There is not a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • The dimensions of other designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) vary in size.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
  • Payment signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
• 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 uneven surfaces.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the St James Wing entrance.

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Getting To (Vernon Ward)

• The Vernon Ward is/are located on the fourth floor of St James Wing.
• Access to the Vernon Ward is via the St James Wing entrance.
• Enter via the St James Wing entrance and follow the corridor to the lifts. Take the lift to the fourth floor. On exiting the lift, turn left. Head down the corridor going through double doors along the way. The Vernon Ward will be located on the left.
• There is step free access, via lift, to the Vernon Ward.
• The Vernon Ward is approximately 10m from the lift.
• There is a/are manual, heavy, double door(s) between the St James Wing entrance and the department/service.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is provided.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.

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Outside Access (St James Wing Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the side 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/do contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is a dark mat or floor marking at this entrance that might be perceived as a hole.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 137cm (4ft 6in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 113cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm 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 152cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Other Floors (St James Wing)

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to enter and exit the stairwell on all floors.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor of the building are provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels are low to moderate.

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Lift (St James Wing)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located in the St James Wing main corridor.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the St James Wing entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.
• There are manual, double doors which may be difficult to open to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The colour contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is good.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is good.
• The clear door width is 136cm (4ft 6in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 148cm x 279cm (4ft 10in x 9ft 2in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Entrance (Gray Ward Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the fourth floor of the St James Wing.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is not a hand sanitiser.
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • Standard manual wheelchairs are available for people to borrow 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 170cm.

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Reception (Vernon Ward)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located along the wards main corridor.
  • The reception point is approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the Vernon Ward entrance.
  • Clear signage for the reception area/desk is visible from the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the reception point.
  • There is a clear unobstructed route to the reception point.
  • There are windows, glazed screens or mirrors behind the reception point which could adversely affect the ability of someone to lip read.
  • The reception counter is not placed in front of a background which is patterned.
  • The lighting levels at the reception point are good.
  • The height of the reception counter is high (110cm+) .
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
  • There is a low section of the counter (76cm or below) available.
  • There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the low section of the counter.
  • The counter is staffed.
  • There is not a bell to attract attention.
  • 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 hearing system.
  • Signs and universally accepted symbols or pictograms, indicating lifts, stairs, WCs, circulation routes and other parts of the building are not provided in the reception area.
• Reception Waiting Area View
  • There is not a waiting area close to the reception point.

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Ward (Vernon Ward)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an General Surgery, Neurology and Male Plastics ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 5 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 2 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 31 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 heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 156cm (5ft 1in).
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 116cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 114cm (3ft 9in).
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • There is clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is some flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are varied.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the ward reception desk is 114cm.
  • There is a lowered section.
  • The height of the lowered section of the desk is 73cm.
  • There is a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Relatives' Room View
  • There is a relatives' room for the ward.
  • The width of the door opening into the relatives' room is over 75cm.
  • There is a clear turning space in the relatives' room.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests available within the relatives' room.
• 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 ground floor of St James Wing.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of St James Wing.
• Visiting Times View
  • There are set visiting times for the ward.
  • Visiting times are 15:00 to 20:00.
  • The visiting times are the same for each day.
  • Protected meal times are between 12:00 to 13:00 and 17:00 to 18:00.
• Comments View
  • The side rooms were occupied at the time of the survey (October 2018).

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Day Room / Lounge Area (Day Space)

• There is a day room/lounge area.
• There is level access into the day room/lounge area.
• The day room/lounge area is always open.
• There is a/are door(s) into the day room/lounge area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is a space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is a mixture of seating with and without armrests.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 30cm (12in).
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• There is a television.
• Subtitles are 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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Washroom (Shower and Toilet - Male)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located along the wards main corridor.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is male.
  • There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 305cm x 285cm (10ft x 9ft 4in).
  • The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 174cm 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 70cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 106cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 94cm.
  • 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 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a rail with a padded back rest.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 215cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • 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 can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 98cm.
  • 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.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 42cm (1ft 5in).
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• 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 fair.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is fair.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Washroom (Shower - Male 1)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located along the wards main corridor.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is male.
  • There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 71cm (2ft 4in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 85cm x 190cm (2ft 9in x 6ft 3in).
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 158cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is not a wash basin.
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are not 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 twist/turn.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• 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 fair.
  • Lighting levels are low.

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Washroom (Shower - Male 2)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located along the wards main corridor.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is male.
  • There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 145cm x 280cm (4ft 9in x 9ft 2in).
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is within reach and fully functional.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 174cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is not a wash basin.
  • There is not a soap dispenser.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • 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.
  • There is a flip-down/tip-up seat for the shower.
  • The height of the flip-down/tip-up or fixed seat is 52cm (1ft 8in).
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• 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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Accessible Toilet (Vernon Ward)

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is located at the end of the wards main corridor.
  • 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 light.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 200cm x 190cm (6ft 7in x 6ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • 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 a/are clinical waste and waste paper pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 175cm from the floor.
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is 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 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 140cm (4ft 7in).
  • 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 a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 70cm.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a medium colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is fair.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Male Toilet(s) View
  • The male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located along the wards main corridor.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the male toilet(s).
  • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is available.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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