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Getting To The Hospital

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• By Road View
  • St Thomas' Hospital car park is located on Lambeth Palace Road, London.
  • St Thomas' Hospital is located in the Congestion Charging Zone and parking is very limited. Please use public transport whenever possible.
• By Bus View
  • 12, 53, 148, 159, 211, 453, C10 - stop at Westminster Bridge Road 77, 507, N44 - stop at Lambeth Palace Road 3, 344, C10, N3 - stop at Lambeth Road (15 minutes' walk) 76, 341, 381, RV1 - stop at York Road The Shell building development on York Road, due for completion in 2019, means visitors to St Thomas’ are being directed to the end of York Road. For St Thomas’ main entrance, turn right after using the pedestrian crossing at the end of York Road and the hospital is directly ahead. N44, N155, N159, N381 - Night buses stop at Westminster Bridge Road.
• By Train View
  • Waterloo and Waterloo East are the nearest railway stations and are a 10-15 minute walk away. Victoria and Charing Cross are 20–30 minute walk away.
• By Underground View
  • Westminster - District, Circle and Jubilee lines (10 minute walk) Waterloo - Bakerloo, Jubilee and Northern lines (15 minute walk).
• Useful Links View
  • For information about getting to Guys Hospital please see the link below.
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  • For information about getting to St Thomas' Hospital please see the link below.
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  • For information on London Bus services please see the link below.
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  • For information on London Underground services please see the link below.
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Getting Help and Assistance

• There is a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
• The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located in the main hospital foyer.
• The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 020 7188 8801.
• The email address for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is [email protected].
• There are volunteers available for help and assistance at the hospital.
• Volunteers can be found at information points around the hospital.
• There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located outside the main entrance.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs.
• If you require any additional information or assistance, please speak to a member of staff.
• Additional hospital services link (new tab) - click here.

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• Comments View
  • Click here for Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust Hospital Passport form. The Hospital Passport is for patients with learning disabilities. It gives staff information about how a patient would like to be treated. (Link opens in new tab).

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Hospital Parking

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located in front of the hospital, accessed via Lambeth Palace Road.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does have a height restriction barrier.
  • The maximum height is 280cm (9ft 2in).
  • The car park does 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 422cm x 547cm (13ft 10in x 17ft 11in).
  • 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 a designated drop-off point.
  • The drop-off point is located to the left before reaching the entrance barriers.
  • There is a dropped kerb from the drop-off point.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
• Paying View
  • There are parking charges for the hospital car park.
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located at the payment machines in the car park.
  • Payment signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Payment machines are located outside the North Wing entrance, inside the Lambeth Wing Lower Ground floor entrance, and inside the Main entrance.
  • There is a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • There is a level turning space (minimum 185cm x 210cm) in front of the payment machine(s).
  • To see the hospital parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
• Access to the Hospital View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 16m (17yd 1ft) from the North Wing Lower Ground entrance.
• Comments View
  • There is also sheltered parking available.
  • Parking at Guy's and St Thomas' hospitals and the community services is very limited.
  • Both of the hospitals and many of the services are located in the Congestion Charging zone. Please use public transport whenever possible.
  • Charging exceptions
  • If you're a disabled patient attending an appointment, you'll be given free parking in the main car park upon production of your Blue Badge (registered in your name) along with your appointment card/letter.
  • Please take your Blue Badge (leaving the clock on display if parked in a disabled bay), white entry ticket to the car park and appointment letter/card to the Knowledge and Information Centre (KIC), which is located on the ground floor of St Thomas', North Wing.
  • The KIC is open from 08:00 to 18:00. Outside these hours, please go to the security desk at the main reception.

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Getting To (Mark Ward- Stroke and Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit)

• The Mark Ward- Stroke and Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit is/are located on the ninth floor of the North Wing.
• Access to the Mark Ward- Stroke and Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit is via the main entrance.
• On entering the main entrance, continue directly ahead, bear right and continue along the corridor, then bear left. Take the North Wing lift to the ninth floor. On exiting the lift follow the signs for the Mark Ward- Stroke and Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit. Proceed through the double doors, and Mark Ward- Stroke and Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit, is located on the left.
• There is step free access, via lift, to the Mark Ward- Stroke and Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit.
• The Mark Ward- Stroke and Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit is approximately 12m from the North Wing lift.
• There is a/are manual, heavy, double door(s) between the main entrance and the department/service.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.

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Outside Access (Main Hospital Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located at the front of the hospital.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 150cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 2cm or below.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • The door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 149cm.

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Other Floors (North Wing Stairs A)

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• Steps View
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.
  • The stairs are located within the North Wing.
  • The stairs are approximately 61m from the main hospital entrance.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps are medium (11cm - 17cm).
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • There is a landing.
  • The lighting levels are medium.

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Lift (North Wing Lifts A)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located within the North Wing.
• The lift is approximately 55m (60yd 5in) from the main hospital entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The clear door width is 134cm (4ft 5in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 166cm x 256cm (5ft 5in x 8ft 5in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is medium.

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Opening Times (Visiting Hours)

• Please contact the venue for details of opening times.

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• Comments View
  • Visiting hours are flexible on Mark Ward. Speak to the nurse in charge.

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Ward

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an stroke ward.
  • There is/are 5 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 4 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 28 bed(s) on this ward in total.
• Ward Access View
  • There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • There is clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is some flooring on the ward which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the Nurses' Station desk is 72cm.
  • There is not a lowered section.
  • There is a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Example Side Room View
  • There are multiple side rooms available with accessible ensuites.
  • The side room surveyed does have an accessible ensuite.
  • The width of the door opening into the side room is over 75cm.
  • The side room surveyed does not have a ceiling track hoist.
  • There is sufficient space next to the bed for a mobile hoist to operate.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre around the bed.
  • Bedside storage is available.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and the floor in the side room is good.
  • The lighting levels in the side room are good.
  • The width of the door opening into the ensuite is over 75cm.
  • There is not a clear unobstructed turning space within the ensuite.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the ensuite include; a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and the floor in the ensuite is good.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are good.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is available on the ward.
• Visitor Facilities View
  • There are no accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Accessible toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the hospital.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located on the ground floor of the hospital.

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Consultation / Treatment Room (Physiotherapy Room)

• There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
• The name / number of the room surveyed was; Physiotherapy 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 with a locked extension leaf.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• 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 sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
• There is not a chair.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Room / Area (Day Room)

• There is / are 1 room(s) / area(s) available.
• The name / number of the room / area surveyed was; Day Room.
• There is level access to the room / area.
• There is a/are door(s) into the room / area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are light.
• The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There is not a bed / couch.
• A hoist can be brought in from another department.
• There is not sufficient space next to the bed/couch for a mobile hoist to operate.
• There is a chair.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
• All chairs have armrests available.
• All tables are permanently fixed.
• The room / area does not have background music playing.
• There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the room / area.
• Lighting levels are bright.

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Washroom (Shower Room)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 2 washroom(s) which has/have a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located opposite beds 22-25.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This is an interchangeable between male and female washroom.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 166cm x 310cm (5ft 5in x 10ft 2in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is not a coat hook in the washroom.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 82cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 115cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • The cistern is close coupled and can act as a back rest.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 110cm.
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 126cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is good.
  • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are bright.

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Washroom (Shower & Washbasin)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 2 washroom(s) which has/have a wheel in shower, a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located to the left of the entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This is an interchangeable between male and female washroom.
  • There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a locking handle.
  • The door(s) is/are light to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 317cm x 252cm (10ft 5in x 8ft 3in).
  • The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is tied up and out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 180cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The height of the wash basin is 90cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • The tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 106cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 132cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are medium.
• Comments View
  • Within this washroom there is an additional wash basin as shown in the third photograph. The wash basin is situated at a height of 81cm, with lever taps. The soap dispenser is located directly above the wash basin at a height of 105cm.

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Washroom (Bathroom)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 2 washroom(s) which has/have a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located to the left of the ward entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is interchangeable between male and female.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 260cm x 245cm (8ft 6in x 8ft).
  • The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor).
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 166cm from the floor.
  • There is a mirror.
  • There is not a tall mirror, with suitable specifications, for ease of use.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 76cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 103cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 123cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 46cm (1ft 6in).
  • There is a rail with a padded back rest.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 78cm.
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 106cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 104cm.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Bath Details View
  • There is a bath.
  • The bath is not height adjustable.
  • The bath tap type is lever. It is a mixer tap.
  • There is a shower over/for the bath.
  • The shower head is hand held.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the bath.
  • A bath hoist is not available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour contrast between the external washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is good.
  • The colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The colour contrast between the washroom floor and walls is good.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Accessible Toilet

• Accessible toilet facilities are available.

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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 to the left of the ward entrance.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a shared toilet.
  • This facility is a male facility.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The door is easy to open.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 257cm x 235cm (8ft 5in x 7ft 9in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • The tap type is lever.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is fully functional.
  • There is a push button alarm in this cubicle.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is a/are general domestic waste and clinical waste disposal units.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the cubicle.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are not available for the toilet.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf is higher than 95cm (3ft 1in).
  • 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 47cm (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 123cm (4ft).
  • 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 104cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 90cm.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin cannot 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 colour contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a good colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is poor.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• St Thomas' Hospital Main Entrance link (new tab) - click here.

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Sunflower Lanyard Scheme

• Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is part of the Sunflower Lanyard Scheme.
• The Sunflower Lanyard Scheme helps people with hidden disabilities which aren’t always obvious – such as autism, dementia and visual or hearing impairments.
• For more information on this scheme please click here.