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Ward D603

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

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Getting To (Ward D603)

  • The most accessible route from the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D parking has a very easy slope, uneven surfaces and a pedestrian crossing.
  • Access to Ward D603 is via the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D entrance.
  • There is not a drop-off point at this entrance.
  • Ward D603 is located on Level 6, in Zone D.
  • Ward D603 is approximately 2m from the Zone D main lifts - 9 and 10 .
  • From the Zone D Entrance, proceed straight ahead, past reception and ahead to the patient lifts on the right.
  • Take the lift to Level 6.
  • Exit the lift to the right and Ward D601 is directly ahead.
  • Internally the most accessible route has step-free level access, a lift and doors permanently held open.
  • 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 left hand transfer).
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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.
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  • 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.

Lift (Main Lifts - 9 and 10)

  • The lift surveyed is located ahead as you enter the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D entrance, on the right after passing reception.
  • The distance from the Bristol Haematology and Oncology Centre - Zone D entrance is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access and doors permanently held open.
  • Levels 1 to 8 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.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 102cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 196cm (width) x 120cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a mirror to aid reversing and a visual floor indicator.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

Ward (D603)

  • Ward Information View
    • This is an Oncology ward.
    • This is a shared ward.
    • There are 5 bays available.
    • There are 8 side rooms available.
    • There are 20+ beds in total on the ward.
  • Location and Access View
    • There is written text and numbered signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into this ward.
    • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 116cm.
    • The height of the hand sanitiser is 96cm.
    • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
    • The doors open towards you.
    • The doors require effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 176cm.
    • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 117cm.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout.
    • Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
    • There is no (or very little) 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.
  • Reception / Nurses' Station View
    • The height of the desk is 113cm.
    • There is a lowered section at the desk.
    • The height of the lowered section is 72cm.
    • The desk has patterned/distracting backgrounds.
    • There is a clearly signed fixed hearing assistance system.
    • The hearing assistance system was tested and working at the time of the survey.
  • Facilities and Services View
    • Seating available on the ward includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
    • The hoist is mobile.
    • The following facilities are available for patients: toilets with adaptations and washrooms.
    • The nearest toilet with adaptations for visitors is located on Level 4, opposite the main Zone D lifts 9 and 10.
  • Visiting Hours View

Toilet and Changing Facilities (D603)

Standard Shower Facilities (Shower Room)

  • Access View
    • The standard shower facilities surveyed are located on the main ward corridor.
    • The most accessible route to the shower has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • The door opens inwards and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 88cm.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is step-free level access to the shower area.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
    • There is a shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • There are no grab rails for the shower.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.
    • There is also an emergency alarm available.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Toilet with Adaptations (Bay 14/17 - No Transfer)

  • Location and Access View
    • The toilet surveyed is located in Bay 14/17.
    • 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, written text and dementia friendly signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low visual contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
    • The door has a locking handle.
    • Internally the door has a medium visual contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 206cm (width) x 130cm (depth) and there is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is not a lateral transfer space next to the toilet.
    • There is a push button flush on the wall above the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the right as you face the toilet.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high visual contrast.
    • There is a dropdown rail on the left as you face the toilet.
    • The dropdown rail has a high visual contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 43cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a high 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 medium visual contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 108cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 85cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The vertical grab rail is on the right 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 low 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 medium visual contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 120cm 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 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.