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Getting To (Imaging)

• The most accessible route from the rear accessible parking has step-free level access and bollards.
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• Access to Imaging is via the Rear Entrance - automatic doors.
• There is not a drop-off point at this entrance.
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• Imaging is located on the second floor of the podium.
• Imaging is approximately 14m from the Outpatients Services lifts.
• Enter the hospital via the Rear Entrance - automatic doors and proceed ahead past the main reception.
• After reception, turn right to the Outpatient Services lifts.
• Take a lift to the second floor.
• As you exit the lift, turn left and follow the walkway.
• The entrance to Imaging is ahead.
• Internally the most accessible route has step-free level access and a lift.
• Some flooring along the route is shiny.
• There are resting areas along the route.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
• The following toilet facilities are available along the route; standard toilets.
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Parking (Rear Accessible Parking)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located at the rear of the hospital, along Grafton Way.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of block paving.
  • There are 10 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 416cm (depth).
  • There are no hatched/marked zones.
  • The nearest designated bay is 30m from the Rear Entrance - automatic doors.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access and bollards.
  • There is a space of 120cm around the bays which is not marked or hatched.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • This car park is for Blue Badge holders only.
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Entrance (Rear Entrance - Automatic Doors)

• This entrance is located at the rear of the hospital building, along Beaumont Place.
• The approach to the entrance has bollards.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There is an intercom at a height of 133cm.
• The height of the hand sanitiser is 127cm.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open towards you.
• There is a push pad at a height of 91cm.
• The width of the opening is 169cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a low visual contrast.
• There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 91cm.

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Lift (Outpatients Services Lifts)

• The lift surveyed is located at the front of the ground floor podium.
• The distance from the Rear Entrance - automatic doors is 25m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• The basement, lower ground, ground, first and second floor are accessed by this lift.
• The lift door has a high visual contrast.
• The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
• The majority of the external controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 119cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 199cm (width) x 182cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a medium visual contrast.
• Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a hearing assistance alarm system, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

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Department / Service (Imaging)

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• Location and Access View
  • Imaging is located on the second floor of the podium.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 116cm.
  • There are double automatic doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 165cm.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 118cm.
• Getting Around View
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Some signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
• Facilities and Services View
  • There are 9 consultation/medical rooms available.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables and coffee tables.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The hoist is mobile.
  • The following facilities are available for patients: toilets with adaptations.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Imaging)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 5 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located off the reception area, along the main department corridor and off the Recovery Room.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • Standard changing facilities are located on the left hand side of the department corridor.
  • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilet with adaptations off the reception area.

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Reception (Imaging)

• The reception is located to the right from the Imaging entrance.
• The distance from the Imaging entrance is 6m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 118cm.
• There is a lowered section at the desk.
• The height of the lowered section is 76cm.
• The reception has glazed screens.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• The flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
• 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.
• Furniture available in this area includes: tables.

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Seating Area (Sub Waiting Area)

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• Location and Access View
  • The sub waiting area is located along the main department corridor.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Admissions)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; P2 Imaging Admissions.
• The room is located on the left hand side of the department corridor.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and automatic doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There is a single automatic door with a low visual contrast.
• The door opens by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 170cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: height adjustable tables and desks.
• Some furniture is fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Anaesthetic Room)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Anaesthetic Room.
• The room is located on the left hand side of the department corridor.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
• The doors open inwards.
• The width of the opening is 172cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• Furniture can be moved to enable a manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Recovery Room)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; P2 Imaging Recovery.
• The room is located on the right hand side of the main department corridor.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and automatic doors.
• There is written text signage on or near the door.
• There is step-free level access into the room.
• There are double automatic doors with a high visual contrast.
• The doors open inwards.
• The width of the opening is 165cm.
• There is step-free level access throughout the room.
• There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
• The flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 200cm.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

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Imaging Room (MRI)

• The room surveyed was; MRI 4.
• The room is located on the left hand side of the department corridor.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, manual doors and doors permanently held open.

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• Imaging Room View
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The width of the opening is 130cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • The treatment table is wall mounted and height adjustable.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Imaging Room (Interventional Radiotherapy)

• The room surveyed was; Interventional Radiotherapy.
• The room is located at the rear of the department.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access, doors permanently held open and automatic doors.

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• Imaging Room View
  • There is no signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There are double automatic doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open inwards.
  • The width of the opening is 140cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The treatment table is wall mounted and height adjustable.
  • The length of the treatment table is 300cm.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Imaging Room (Interventional Ultrasound)

• The room surveyed was; Interventional Ultrasound.
• The room is located within the Children and Young People Day Care Unit.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.

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• Imaging Room View
  • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
  • The door has a locked extension leaf.
  • The locked extension leaf can be opened on request.
  • The door opens inwards.
  • The width of the opening is 88cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • Some flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a medium visual contrast.
  • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the treatment table is 180cm.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables and desks.
  • Some furniture is fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • This room is located outside the imaging department. Patients are escorted to this room.

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Standard Changing Room (Cubicle 7)

• The changing room surveyed is located on the left hand side of the department corridor.
• The distance from the Imaging entrance is 12m.
• The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access and automatic doors.
• There is step-free level access into the changing room.
• The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
• The width of the door opening is 67cm.
• Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
• Facilities in the changing room include: a chair/stool.
• Additional features include: a mirror, a coat hook and an emergency alarm.
• The changing room has no disposal facilities.
• The walls and floor have a low visual contrast.
• Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located to the right from Imaging entrance, off the reception area.
  • The distance from the Imaging entrance is 11m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is tactile and pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
  • The door has a lever twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a grab rail on the internal door with a high visual contrast.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 213cm (width) x 220cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet.
  • The lateral transfer space is 142cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
  • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
  • The toilet has a padded backrest.
  • There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 96cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 83cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a push tap.
  • The vertical grab rail is on the left as you face the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rail has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 122cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a low visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 132cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is a shelf, however there is an obstruction in front of it.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 158cm from the floor.
  • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 92cm.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.