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Getting Here (Farnham Road Hospital)

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• By Road View
  • From the north take the Guildford and Godalming Bypass/A3.
    Exit the road and turn left onto Wilderness Rd, then turn right to stay on Wilderness Road.
    Continue onto The Crossways, then onto The Drive.
    Take a left onto Farnham Road/A31 and the hospital will be on the right.
    From the south head east on the Farnham Road/A31 and keep to right, the hospital will be on the right.
  • The car park consists of an open air, tarmac surface with some Blue Badge bays.
• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is on Farnham Road in front of the hospital about 230 feet away.
    The bus services to this stop include 8, 18, 46 and 65.
    Other services are provided by Carlone Limited.co.uk and Stagecoach Bus.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is in Guildford.
    The station is a 6 minute taxi ride from the hospital or an 8 minute walk along public footpaths.
• Useful Links View
  • The following link is for Arriva Bus services.
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  • The following link is for South Western Railway services.
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  • The following link is for Southern Railway.
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Getting Help and Assistance (Farnham Road Hospital)

• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request, large print on request and different languages on request.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow to use around the building.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• There is a/are hearing assistance system(s) available.
• Home visits services are available.

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Parking (Blue Badge Holders and On Street Parking - Bray Road)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located at the front of the building off Bray Road.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 9 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 225cm x 465cm (7ft 5in x 15ft 3in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 36m (39yd 1ft) from the main entrance - Bray Road.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 90m (98yd 1ft) from the main entrance - Bray Road.
  • 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The car park surface is tarmac.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Bray Road.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • The car park is barrier controlled.
  • The intercom button can be reached from the car.
  • The on street parking is restricted to 2 hours between 8.30 to 18.00 with no return within 1 hour.
  • The width of the on street parking is 200cm.

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Getting To (Mulberry Ward)

• The Mulberry Ward is/are located on level 3.
• Access to the Mulberry Ward is via the main entrance - Bray Road.
• Enter via the main entrance - Bray Road and turn left towards the Wards entrance.
  Once through the Wards entrance continue ahead towards the lift lobby.
  Take the lift to level 3.
  As you exit the lift lobby, turn left and follow the corridor.
  The entrance to the Mulberry Ward is on your right hand side.
• There is step free access, via lift, to the Mulberry Ward.
• The Mulberry Ward is approximately 20m from the ward lift.
• There is a/are manual, heavy, single door(s) between the main entrance - Bray Road and the department/service.
• There are not resting areas along the route.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is not 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 (Main Entrance - Bray Road)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building off Bray Road.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 133cm (4ft 4in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically (towards you).
  • The automatic door(s) is/are push pad activated.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 173cm.
  • 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 (towards you).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 173cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Reception (Farnham Road Hospital Reception)

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• Reception View
  • The reception point is located ahead from the main entrance - Bray Road.
  • The reception point is approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the main entrance - Bray Road.
  • The reception area/desk is clearly 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 moderate to good.
  • The height of the reception counter is high (110cm+).
  • There is not 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 not trained to use the hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 13/05/2024.
  • The hearing assistance system was not working at the time of testing.
  • 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 a waiting area close to the reception point.
  • Access to the waiting area is unobstructed.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is sufficient space for a wheelchair user to use the waiting area.
  • There is bench seating only.
  • 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 not a television.
  • 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 moderate to good.

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Entrance (Wards)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on level 2, to the left from the main entrance - Bray Road.
  • 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 an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 110cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 106cm (3ft 6in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
• Comments View
  • A keycard is required to access this door.
  • The intercom is used to exit the door.

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Lift (Wards)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located ahead from the wards entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the ward 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 1, 2, 3 and 4.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors 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 high.
• The colour contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 110cm (3ft 7in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 140cm x 270cm (4ft 7in x 8ft 10in).
• There are separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is 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 not within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 88cm - 107cm from the floor.
• There is not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is moderate to good.

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Other Floors (Wards)

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are clearly visible from the entrance.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are 1, 2, 3 and 4.
  • There are 11 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 moderate to good.

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Ward (Mulberry Ward)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an inpatient mental health ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 0 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 18 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 18 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 single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 125cm (4ft 1in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • Staff can provide assistance with using any manual doors within 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 75cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Relatives' Room View
  • There is not a relatives' room for the ward.
• Example Side Room View
  • There are no side rooms available with an accessible ensuite.
  • The width of the door opening into the side room is over 75cm.
  • The side room surveyed does not have a ceiling track hoist.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre around the bed.
  • Bedside storage is not available.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and the floor in the side room is high.
  • The lighting levels in the side room are moderate to good.
  • The width of the door opening into the ensuite is under 75cm.
  • There is not a clear unobstructed turning space within the ensuite.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the ensuite include; a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and the floor in the ensuite is high.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are moderate to good.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is not available on the ward.
  • There are not accessible washroom facilities for patients on the ward.
  • There are not accessible toilet facilities for patients on the ward.
  • Toilets suitable for ambulant disabled patients are 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 level 2 in the reception area.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located on level 2 in the reception area.
• Visiting Times View
  • There are set visiting times for the ward.
  • Visiting times are 16:00 to 20:00 on weekdays and 14:00 to 20:00 weekends and bank holidays.
  • The visiting times are the same for each day.
  • Protected meal times are between 12:15 to 13:15 and 17:15 to 18:15.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Consulting Rooms)

• There is / are 4 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Room 2.
• 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.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• 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 not/are not height adjustable.
• There are some chairs with armrests available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• 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 adjustable.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Laundry Room)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Laundry Room.
• 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.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a chair.
• 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 adjustable.

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• Comments View
  • The height of the sink is 93cm.
  • The height of the doors and controls for the machines ranges between 80cm - 107cm.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Group Room)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Group Room.
• 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.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• 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 not/are not height adjustable.
• There are no chairs with armrests available.
• Some tables are permanently fixed.
• 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 adjustable.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Treatment Room)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Treatment Room.
• 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.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• 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.
• 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.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• 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 adjustable.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Medication Room)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Medication Room.
• 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.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• 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 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 adjustable.

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• Comments View
  • The height of the counter is 110cm.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Calm Room)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Calm Room.
• 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.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 90cm (2ft 11in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is 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 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 adjustable.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Quiet Room)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Quiet Room.
• 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.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 89cm (2ft 11in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is 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 not/are not height adjustable.
• All chairs have armrests available.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• 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 adjustable.

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Day Room / Lounge Area (Lounge Area)

• 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 not a/are not door(s) into the day room/lounge area.
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is a space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There are armchairs only.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• The distance between the floor and the lowest table is 48cm (1ft 7in).
• The distance between the floor and the highest table is 80cm (2ft 7in).
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red 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 moderate to good.

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Eating and Drinking (Dining Area)

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• Location and Access View
  • The following information is for the self-service area.
  • The self-service area is located ahead from the Mulberry Ward entrance.
  • There is step-free access to the self-service area.
• Service and Menus View
  • Tables cannot be booked in advance.
  • There is a self service counter.
  • Staff can bring food and/or drinks to tables.
  • Menu types include; written wall menus.
  • Menus are clearly written.
  • Menus are presented in contrasting colours.
  • Staff can read menus to customers if requested.
  • The type of food served here is hot and cold meals and snacks.
  • Takeaway cups are available.
  • Adapted cups are not available.
  • Adapted cutlery is not available.
  • Drinking straws are not available.
  • This area does not play background music.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
• Self-Service Counter(s) View
  • The height of the counter is 105cm.
• Tables and Seating View
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The majority of tables are accessible to wheelchair users.
  • The standard height for the underside of dining tables is 75cm.
  • All tables are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • No chairs have armrests on both sides.
  • The type of flooring in this area is vinyl.
  • There is some flooring which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Comments View
  • The height of the refreshment counter is 92cm.

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Terrace

• The terrace is located off the dining/lounge area.
• The door to access the terrace is single, light and opens away from you (push).
• The width of the door is 100cm.
• The surface is bonded gravel.
• There are chairs without armrests.

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Outside Space

• The outside space is located off the main corridor on level 1.
• This outside space is shared between Mulberry Ward and Magnolia Ward.
• The doors to access the outside area are double, light and open away from you (push).
• The width of the doors is 172cm.
• There is a short steep ramp beyond the doors.
• The surface is bonded gravel.
• There is seating without armrests.
• The height of the step to access the sheltered area is 25cm.

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Washroom (Bathroom)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 5+ washroom(s) which has/have a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located along the Mulberry Ward corridor.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • 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 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 260cm x 266cm (8ft 6in x 8ft 9in).
  • The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is a push button alarm system in this washroom.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
  • 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 74cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is sensor. 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 117cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • 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 both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 77cm.
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 140cm.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
  • 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 53cm.
  • There is a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 80cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
• Bath Details View
  • There is a bath.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 53cm (1ft 9in).
  • The bath is not height adjustable.
  • The bath tap type is sensor. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is not a shower over/for the bath.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the bath.
  • A bath hoist is not available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Washroom (Side Room)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 18 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 1 washroom(s) which has/have a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located within bedroom 1.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is male.
  • There is no additional signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards and outwards.
  • The door(s) does not/do not have a lock.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 70cm (2ft 4in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 140cm x 90cm (4ft 7in x 2ft 11in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
  • 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 84cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is sensor. It is 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 133cm.
  • There is not a towel dispenser.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are not 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 not a lateral transfer space.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
  • 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 66cm.
  • There is not a shelf next to the toilet.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • The height of the shower head is 200cm (6ft 7in).
  • The shower control type is push.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is medium.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located along the Mulberry Ward corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is required for the accessible toilet.
  • The key is not a radar key.
  • The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is light.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 89cm (2ft 11in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 161cm x 312cm (5ft 3in x 10ft 3in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a sensor flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • There is a push button alarm in the toilet.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are female sanitary disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is not a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The toilet has a wall which acts as a backrest.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is high.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is sensor.
  • There is a wall fixed 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 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 103cm (3ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is not a hand dryer.

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Standard Toilet(s)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located off the lounge area.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The colour contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 75cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is sensor.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
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