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Getting To (Ward 22)

• Ward 22 is/are located on Level 4.
• Access to Ward 22 is via the Freeman Hospital main entrance.
• After entering the Freeman Hospital main entrance, continue past reception and past the shop. At the information board turn right and continue along the corridor into the Podium Block, the lifts are located on the left. Take the lifts to level 4 and on exiting go through the double doors on the left. Ward 22 is located to the right.
• There is step free access, via lift, to Ward 22.
• Ward 22 is approximately 150m from the lifts.
• There is a/are manual, heavy, double door(s) between the lifts and the department/service.
• 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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Yellow Car Park

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the front of the hospital grounds.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 52 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 415cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 128cm.
  • The nearest designated bay is 85m from the Outpatients Department entrance.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has steep slopes.
  • This route has uneven surfaces.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders but not all users.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
  • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Main Entrance

• This entrance is located at the front of the hospital building.
• The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
• 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 slope at the entrance.
• The slope has a slight gradient.
• There is a single automatic door.
• The door is permanently held open.
• The width of the opening is 213cm.
• The door has a low colour contrast.
• This entrance brings you into level 2 of the ward block.

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Ward Block - Lifts A, B, C, D and E

• The lift surveyed is located at the end of the main entrance foyer corridor, on the left.
• The distance from the Outpatients Department entrance is 95m.
• 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
  • Levels 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 can be accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a high 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 2000kg.
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 140cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 144cm (width) x 268cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings.
  • The control buttons have a low colour contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a list of floor services/facilities, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer, an intercom hearing assistance system and a mirror to aid reversing.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

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Entrance

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located of the main hospital corridor.
  • 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) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 160cm.

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Reception

• The reception is located directly ahead.
• The reception area/desk is approximately 6m (6yd 1ft) from the entrance.
• The reception area/desk is clearly visible from the entrance.
• There is step free access to the reception area/desk.
• The lighting levels at the reception area/desk are medium.
• 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 not a low section of the desk (76cm or below) available.
• The desk is staffed.
• There is not a bell to attract attention.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The type of system is a portable loop.
• The hearing assistance system is signed.
• Staff are not trained to use the system.

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Waiting Room / Area (Waiting Area)

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is approximately 5m from the 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.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• All chairs have armrests.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• Announcements are in person.
• 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 medium.

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Waiting Room / Area (Overflow Waiting Area)

• There is a waiting room / area.
• The waiting room / area is approximately 2m from the 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.
• Announcements are in person.
• The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a television.
• 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.
• Lighting levels are medium.

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Opening Times

• Monday 08:30 - 18:30.
• Tuesday 08:30 - 18:30.
• Wednesday 08:30 - 18:30.
• Thursday 08:30 - 18:30.
• Friday 08:30 - 18:30.
• Saturday Closed.
• Sunday Closed.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Interview Room)

• There is / are 3 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Interview 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 heavy.
• 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 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 medium.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Endoscopy)

• There is / are 3 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Room 1.
• 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 double width.
• The door(s) is/are heavy.
• The width of the door opening is 81cm (2ft 8in).
• 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 a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is/are adjustable.
• There are no chairs with armrests available.
• Some 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 medium.

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Standard Changing Room (Preparation Room)

• The standard changing room(s) surveyed is/are located in the corridor to the right of the reception.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 25m (27yd 1ft) from the entrance.
• The standard changing room(s) is/are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the reception desk.
• There is level access to the standard changing room(s).

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Toilet with Adaptations

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) within this venue designated for public use.

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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 as you enter the department on your left.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 3m (3yd 10in) from the 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 outwards.
  • The door is locked by a lever twist.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 162cm x 203cm (5ft 4in x 6ft 8in).
  • 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 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 112cm (3ft 8in).
  • 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 102cm (3ft 4in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 99cm.
  • 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 high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a fair colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is fair.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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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 Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located outside the ward entrance in the overflow waiting area.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 5m (5yd 1ft) from the ward entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is not available.
  • Lighting levels are medium.

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Related Access Guides

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