Skip to main content
The new name for DisabledGo

Search for accessible places to go

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Outpatients - D401

Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre, Horfield Road, Bristol, BS2 8ED

View Accessibility Symbols

Accessibility Symbols

For more information about what these symbols mean, view our Accessibility Symbols Guide.

Close this popup window.

Access Guide

Show Easy Read

Getting To (Outpatients - D401)

  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope, uneven surfaces and a pedestrian crossing.
  • Access to Outpatients - D401 is via the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D entrance.
  • There is not a drop-off point at this entrance.
  • Outpatients - D401 is located on Level 4, to the right of the main reception.
  • Outpatients - D401 is approximately 18m from the Zone D main accessible entrance.
  • Enter the hospital via the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D entrance.
  • Bear right at reception and Outpatients - D401 will be located directly 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.
  • View more information on getting to and around the hospital (opens new tab).

Parking (Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in front and to the side of the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D entrance.
    • The car park is open air/surface and sheltered.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and block paving.
    • The height of the restriction barrier is 190cm.
    • There are 2 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 230cm (width) x 476cm (depth).
    • The hatched/marked zones vary between bays.
    • The width of the marked zone is 129cm.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • The nearest designated bay is 20m from the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope, uneven surfaces and a pedestrian crossing.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for visitors and Blue Badge holders only.
    • Parking is not free for all users.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is restricted to 4 hours.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
    • Payment machines are located close to the Blue Badge parking bays.
    • There is not a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.
  • On-street Parking View
    • On-street standard parking is available.

Entrance (Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D)

  • This entrance is located to the south-west of the hospital site, to the left of the revolving doors.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via a very easy slope at the entrance.
  • There is an intercom at a height of 127cm.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 126cm.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 108cm.
  • There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • There is a push pad at a height of 83cm.
  • The width of the opening is 154cm.
  • 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 111cm.
  • There is a second set of double manual doors.
  • The second set of doors are permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 166cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The second set of doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.
  • The entrance gives access to Level 4.

Department / Service (Outpatients - D401)

  • Location and Access View
    • Outpatients - D401 is located on Level 4, to the right of the main reception.
    • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 103cm.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser is 140cm.
    • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
    • The doors open away from you.
    • The doors require effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 174cm.
    • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 100cm.
    • One of the doors is permanently held open.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • Access throughout may include manual doors.
    • The flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a medium 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.
  • Facilities and Services View
    • There are 9 consultation/medical rooms available.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • The following facilities are available for patients: toilets with adaptations.

Toilet and Changing Facilities (Outpatients - D401)

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
    • Toilets with adaptations are located on the left along the main treatment corridor.
    • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.

Reception (Outpatients - D401)

  • The reception is located to the left as you enter Outpatients - D401.
  • The distance from the Outpatients - D401 entrance is 8m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 74cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 80cm to 121cm from the floor.
  • The screen has a high contract mode available.
  • There may be background noise in this area.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • 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.

Consultation / Medical Room (Room 4)

  • There are 7 consultation/medical rooms available.
  • The room surveyed was; Room 4.
  • The room is located towards the end of the treatment corridor.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • 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 78cm.
  • 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 168cm.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • 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 uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.

Consultation / Medical Room (Phlebotomy)

  • There are 2 consultation/medical rooms available.
  • The room surveyed was; Phlebotomy.
  • The room is located on the right along the main treatment corridor.
  • The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is written text signage on or near the door.
  • There is step-free level access into the room.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 140cm.
  • 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 is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 79cm.
  • 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.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables and desks.
  • Some furniture is fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There may be background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Left Hand Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the left after entering the main treatment corridor.
    • The distance from the Outpatients - D401 entrance is 22m.
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access and manual doors.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 89cm.
    • 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 low visual contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 151cm (width) x 242cm (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, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 84cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a spatula flush on the 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 high visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 87cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 73cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rails are on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a high visual contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser which can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high visual contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 89cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high visual contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 87cm from the floor.
    • There is a pull cord emergency alarm, however it is not within 10cm from the floor.
    • There is a full length mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a sanitary bin and a pedal bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.