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Getting To (Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department)

• The most accessible route from the Main Entrance Blue Badge Bays to the Main Entrance has a slight ramp or slope, a dropped kerb with tactile paving and a pedestrian crossing.
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• Access to the Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department is via the Main Entrance.
• There is not a drop-off point at this entrance.
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• The Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department is located on the first floor of the hospital, within area 26.
• The Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department is approximately 85m from the Green Zone - Lifts No1 and No2.
• Enter the hospital via the Main Entrance and proceed straight ahead past the reception desk.
  Continue to the very end of the corridor and turn left.
  The Green Zone - Lifts No1 and No2 are located on the left.
  Take a lift to the first floor.
  Exit the lift and turn left.
  Continue down this corridor and follow it to the right.
  Once at the very end of this corridor, the entrance to the Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department is located 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 and patterned.
• There are resting areas along the route.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• The following toilet facilities are available along the route; a changing places facility, accessible toilet (with left hand transfer), accessible toilet (with right hand transfer) and standard toilets.
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Hospital Parking (Main Entrance Blue Badge Bays)

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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 at the front of the hospital, in front of main entrance.
  • 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 and signposted.
  • 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 231cm x 523cm (7ft 7in x 17ft 2in).
  • There is a 120cm hatched zone around the Blue Badge parking bay(s).
  • 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.
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• 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 dropped kerbs.
  • The hospital entrance is clearly visible from the car park.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.

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Outside Access (Main 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 ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • There are bollards outside this entrance.
  • The minimum width between the bollards/wall is 194cm.
  • The bollard(s) has/have a high visual contrast to prevent them being hazardous to visually impaired people.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not contrast visually with its immediate surroundings.
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 123cm (4ft).
  • 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 single width.
  • The width of the door opening is 143cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm 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 174cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located in front of the entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
• Comments View
  • There is also an automatic door on the right side of the canopy.
  • The door is 143cm wide and has a slight slope in front.

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Lift (Green Zone - Lifts No1 and No2)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located within the green zone, to the left as you exit the main entrance lobby.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are not clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 45m (49yd 8in) from the main entrance.
• The lift is a standard lift.
• Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
• The floors which are accessible by this lift are G and 1.
• Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor are not provided on lift lobby landings.
• There is a clear level manoeuvring space of 150cm × 150cm in front of the lift.
• Lift doors do contrast visually with lift lobby walls.
• The external controls for the lift are within 90cm - 110cm from the floor.
• The visual contrast between the external lift controls and the control plate is medium.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 129cm (4ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 157cm x 241cm (5ft 2in x 7ft 11in).
• There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
• There is not a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
• There is not a list of floor services available within the lift.
• The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
• The lift does have an audible announcer.
• The internal controls for the lift are within 90cm - 120cm from the floor.
• There is a hearing assistance system.
• The lift does not have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Department / Service (Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department)

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• Location and Access View
  • The Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department is located on the first floor of the hospital, within area 26.
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  • There is written text 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 133cm.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 150cm.
• Getting Around View
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • Access throughout may include manual doors and narrow walkways.
  • The 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.
  • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
• Facilities and Services View
  • There are 10+ consultation/medical rooms available.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
  • Some seating is fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The following facilities are available for patients: toilets with adaptations and a washroom.

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Toilet and Changing Facilities (Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department)

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • There are 3 toilets with adaptations.
  • Toilets with adaptations are located within the patient seating area and along the corridor at the rear.
  • The transfer space varies between left and right in the toilets with adaptations.
• Washroom and Shower Facilities View
  • Standard washroom facilities are located within the counselling room.

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Reception (Ultrasound Reception)

• The reception is located to the left as you enter the department.
• The distance from the Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department entrance is 10m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 72cm.
• The reception has windows.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• The height of the touchscreen display ranges from 89cm to 108cm from the floor.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Reception (Antenatal and Gynaecology Reception)

• The reception is located to the left as you enter the department, past the ultrasound reception.
• The distance from the Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound Department entrance is 13m.
• There is step-free level access to reception.
• The height of the reception desk is 110cm.
• There is a lowered section at the desk.
• The height of the lowered section is 72cm.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Seating Area (Patient Seating Area)

• The patient seating area is located in the centre of the Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound department.
• The most accessible route has step-free level access.
• There is step-free level access into this area.
• 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.
• Some flooring is shiny.
• Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Some chairs are fixed.
• 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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Consultation / Medical Room (Consultation 1)

• There are 4 consultation/medical rooms available.
• The room surveyed was; Consultation 1.
• The room is located along the corridor at the rear of the department.
• 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 opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 84cm.
• 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 high visual contrast.
• The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
• The length of the treatment table is 140cm.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without 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.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Blood Tests)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Blood Tests.
• The room is located along the corridor on the left side of the patient seating area.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access and narrow walkways.
• 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 opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 84cm.
• 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.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and desks.
• Some seating and tables are fixed.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Parent Education)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Parent Education.
• The room is located on the left side of the patient seating area.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• 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 width of the opening is 75cm.
• 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 high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests and chairs without armrests.
• Furniture available in the room includes: tables and coffee tables.
• Some seating and tables are 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.

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Consultation / Medical Room (Counselling)

• There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
• The room surveyed was; Counselling.
• The room is located along the corridor to the left as you enter the department.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.
• 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 141cm.
• There is a single manual door with a high visual contrast.
• The door opens inwards.
• The width of the opening is 75cm.
• 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 flooring is shiny.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Seating available in the room includes: armchairs and sofas.
• Furniture available in the room includes: coffee tables.
• There is not a hearing assistance system.
• There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
• Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.

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Imaging Room (Ultrasound 2)

• The room surveyed was; Ultrasound 2.
• The room is located along the corridor to the left as you enter the department.
• The most accessible route to the room has step-free level access.

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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 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 75cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is 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.
  • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
  • The length of the treatment table is 180cm.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs without armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: tables and desks.
  • Some tables are 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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Toilet with Adaptations (Right Hand Transfer)

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• Location and Access View
  • The toilet surveyed is located along the corridor at the rear of the department.
  • The distance from the Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound department entrance is 35m.
  • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access, manual doors and doors permanently held open.
  • There is step-free level access into the facility.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens outwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 85cm.
  • The door has a twist lock.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is not a grab rail on the internal door .
• Dimensions and Features View
  • The dimensions of the cubicle are 140cm (width) x 162cm (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.
  • The lateral transfer space is 62cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
  • There is a push button flush on the non-transfer side.
  • There are horizontal grab rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The horizontal grab rails have a high visual contrast.
  • There is no vertical grab rail for the toilet.
  • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
  • 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 high visual contrast.
  • The toilet roll holder is 119cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin and taps cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is 87cm from the floor.
  • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • There are no vertical grab rails at the wash basin.
  • 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 129cm 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 122cm 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 an unobstructed shelf.
  • The shelf does not meet the AccessAble criteria for Stoma Friendly Toilets.
  • The cubicle has a clinical waste bin.
  • There is one coat hook.
  • The coat hook is 160cm 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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Standard Bathroom (Shower and Toilet)

• The bathroom surveyed is located within the counselling room.
• The distance from the Antenatal, Gynaecology Clinic and Ultrasound department entrance is 8m.
• The most accessible route to the bathroom has step-free level access and manual doors.
• There is step-free level access into the bathroom.
• The bathroom door opens inwards and has a low visual contrast.
• The width of the door opening is 75cm.
• Internally the door has a low visual contrast.
• The dimensions of the bathroom are 254cm (width) x 118cm (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.
• The toilet seat has a high visual contrast.
• There is a wall mounted toilet roll holder, a wash basin, a wall mounted soap dispenser and a wall mounted towel dispenser available.
• The wash basin has a twist/turn tap.
• The toilet roll holder has a high visual contrast.
• The soap dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
• The towel dispenser has a medium visual contrast.
• Additional features include: a mirror and an emergency alarm.
• The bathroom has a waste bin.
• The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• The bathroom has a shower cubicle.
• There is an adjustable shower head.
• The shower controls are lever mixer.
• There is no shower seat.