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Getting To (Radiology)

• The most accessible route from Car Park E has slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
• Access to Radiology is via the Main Entrance Level B.
• There is a drop-off point at this entrance.
• Radiology is located on Level B of the Mary Seacole Wing.
• Radiology is approximately 25m from the Main Entrance Level B.
• Enter via the Main Entrance Level B.
• Continue ahead past the information desk and down the main corridor.
• The entrance to Radiology is ahead.
• Internally the most accessible route has step-free level access.
• 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; a toilet with adaptations (with right hand transfer).
• View more information on getting to and around the hospital (opens new tab).

You are on Hospital Parking (Car Park E - Blue Badge Only). Skip to the next section.

Hospital Parking (Car Park E - Blue Badge Only)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car parking facilities are for Blue Badge holders only .
  • The car park is located in front of the hospital.
  • 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 tarmac.
  • There is a/are Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
  • The Blue Badge bay(s) is/are clearly marked.
  • There is/are 10+ designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the hospital car park.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bay(s) surveyed are 360cm x 625cm (11ft 9in x 20ft 6in).
  • 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 not a designated drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
• 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The hospital entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the hospital entrance is not clearly signposted.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 13m (42ft) from the Car Park E entrance.
  • There are 3 Blue Badge bays at the rear of the hospital.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge bays are 237cm x 586cm.
  • At the time of survey (April 2024) there were two mobile CT scanners by the Car Park E Entrance so the number of parking spaces was reduced.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance Level B)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the hospital.
  • There is a drop-off point at this entrance.
  • 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 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) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 215cm.
  • 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 180cm.
• 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 (Radiology)

• The reception is located along the main corridor from the Main Entrance Level B, on the left.
• The distance from the Main Entrance Level B is 20m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 108cm.
• There is not a lowered section at the desk.
• The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 119cm to 142cm from the floor.
• There may be background noise in this area.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• 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: coffee tables.
• The seating is fixed.

You are on Department / Service (Radiology). Skip to the next section.

Department / Service (Radiology)

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• Location and Access View
  • Radiology is located on Level B of the Mary Seacole Wing.
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  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 132cm.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 155cm.
• Getting Around View
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • Wayfinding signage is provided.
  • Signage is clearly visible with high contrasting colours.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
• Facilities and Services View
  • There are 10+ consultation/medical rooms available.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
  • Some seating is fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The hoist is mobile.
  • The following facilities are available for patients: toilets with adaptations and a standard toilet.
  • A sensory and communication box is available from the staff.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Radiology)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There is 1 toilet with adaptations.
  • The toilet with adaptations is located along the Radiology department corridor, on the right opposite X-Ray Room 8.
  • The toilet with adaptations has a right hand transfer space.
  • The shared step-free standard toilet facilities are located by Waiting Area C, the Ultrasound Waiting Area and the CT Waiting Area.
• Changing Places and Changing Facilities View
  • The changing facilities which have adaptations are located by Waiting Area C, opposite X-Ray Room 8.
  • Standard changing facilities are located by Waiting Areas B and C, and the Ultrasound Waiting Area.

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Seating Area (Main Seating Area)

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• Location and Access View
  • The seating area is to the left as you enter the Radiology department.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
• 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 high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • Some chairs and tables are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Seating Area (Waiting Area B)

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• Location and Access View
  • Waiting Area B is along the Radiology corridor, on the left.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
• 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 high visual contrast.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • The chairs are fixed.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Seating Area (Waiting Area C)

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• Location and Access View
  • Waiting Area C is ahead from the Radiology department entrance, at the end of the main department corridor.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is some 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 high 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: tables.
  • Some chairs are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Seating Area (Ultrasound)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Ultrasound waiting area is to the left from the Radiology reception, down the Ultrasound/CT corridor and on the left.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
• Seating Area View
  • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
  • There is some room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is not space for an assistance dog to rest.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: tables.
  • The chairs are fixed.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Seating Area (CT Scan Waiting Area)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Ultrasound waiting area is to the left from the Radiology reception, down the Ultrasound/CT corridor, to the right, then on the left.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
• 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 high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: coffee tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

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Changing Room with Adaptations (X-Ray)

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• Location and Access View
  • The changing room surveyed is located along the main Radiology corridor, opposite X-Ray room 9 on the right.
  • The distance from the Radiology department entrance is 40m.
  • The most accessible route to the changing room has step-free level access.
  • There is step-free level access into the changing room.
  • The width of the opening is 180cm.
• Dimensions and Features View
  • Facilities available in the changing room include: a dry seat for changing with a grab rail/dropdown rail.
  • The dimensions of the changing room are 180cm (width) x 206cm (depth) and there is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is no emergency alarm.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The changing room has no disposal facilities.
  • There are multiple coat hooks.
  • The coat hooks are 163cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Imaging Room (X-Ray)

• The room surveyed was; X-Ray 6.
• The room is located along the Radiology department corridor, on the left after waiting area C.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.

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• Imaging Room View
  • 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.
  • One of the doors was locked at the time of the survey.
  • The locked door can be opened on request.
  • The doors open inwards.
  • The doors are easy to open.
  • The width of the opening is 76cm.
  • 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.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the treatment table is 190cm.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • The furniture is fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Imaging Room (Ultrasound)

• The room surveyed was; Ultrasound.
• The room is located along the Ultrasound/CT corridor, on the right.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.

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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 manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open inwards.
  • The doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 152cm.
  • 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 walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the treatment table is 190cm.
  • 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 even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Imaging Room (CT Room)

• The room surveyed was; CT Room.
• The room is located along the CT/Ultrasound corridor and on the right.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.

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• Imaging Room View
  • 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 doors require effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 152cm.
  • 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 walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the treatment table is 220cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Lighting levels are adjustable.

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Consultation / Medical Room (CT Cannulation Area)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; CT Cannulation Area.
• The room is located along the Ultrasound/CT corridor, on the left before the CT waiting area.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
• There is written text 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 door requires effort to open.
• The width of the opening is 87cm.
• 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 walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: height adjustable chairs.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located along the Radiology department corridor, to the left at Waiting Area C then on the right by X-Ray room 8.
  • The distance from the Radiology department entrance is 40m.
  • 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 pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm.
  • The door has a 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 169cm (width) x 222cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
  • The lateral transfer space is 107cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a lever flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
  • The horizontal grab rail has a low visual contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The dropdown rail has a low visual contrast.
  • The toilet seat is 46cm from the floor.
  • The toilet seat has a low visual contrast.
  • 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 92cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 72cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a push tap.
  • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The wash basin grab rails have a low visual contrast.
  • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The soap dispenser is 79cm from the floor.
  • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser which cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
  • The towel dispenser is 94cm from the floor.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • There is a pull cord emergency alarm within 10cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is no shelf.
  • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 159cm from the floor.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.