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Getting Here (Harplands Hospital)

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• By Road View
  • Harplands Hospital is located off Hilton Road, to the south of Newcastle-under-Lyme and to the west of Stoke-on-Trent.
    Harplands Hospital is accessed from Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre via the A34 and Stoke-on-Trent town centre via the A52.
  • Both standard and Blue Badge parking is available for staff and visitors.
    There is no charge for parking at the Harplands Hospital site if you register your vehicle onto one of the touch screens located around the hospital.
    This must be done each day that you park on this site.
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• By Bus View
  • The nearest bus stop is 'Hospital Gates' located on Hilton Road.
    The 9 Yellow and 22 services stop here.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Stoke-on-Trent.
    The station is located approximately 1.9 miles from the hospital.
• Useful Links View
  • Information on bus services.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Information on train services.
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Getting Help and Assistance (Harplands Hospital)

• A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not normally on duty.
• British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• The alternative formats documents can be provided in include; Braille on request, large print on request, Makaton on request, different languages on request, voice recognition CD on request and audio on request.
• An assistance dog toilet area can be provided onsite.
• There is a wheelchair to borrow to use around the building.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are available.
• Home visits are available for some services.

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Parking (Creative Parking)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • The car park is located to the left and then right as you enter the hospital site.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • 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 car park surface is tarmac and block paving.
  • There is a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The road is generally quiet.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is CCP Parking.
  • The car park is located Hilton Road.
  • There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Hilton road.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.
• Comments View
  • There are no Blue Badge bays in this car park.

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Parking (Harplands Hospital)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located to the right of the main entrance.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 6 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 222cm x 440cm (7ft 3in x 14ft 5in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 10m (10yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 30m (32yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • 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 uneven surfaces.
  • The car park surface is block paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is CCP Parking.
  • The car park is located to the right of the hospital on Hilton Road.
  • There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
  • On street Blue Badge parking is located on Hilton Road.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Hilton Road.
  • There is a designated drop off point.
  • The drop off point is located in front of the main entrance.
  • There is not tactile paving on the dropped kerb.

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Parking (Edward Myers Unit)

• The venue does have its own car park.

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• Venue Car Park View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • The car park is located in front of the building.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
  • There is/are 2 Blue Badge parking bay(s) within the car park.
  • The dimensions of the Blue Badge parking bay(s) are 220cm x 437cm (7ft 3in x 14ft 4in).
  • The nearest Blue Badge bay is 16m (17yd 1ft) from the main entrance.
  • The furthest Blue Badge bay is 18m (19yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • 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 car park surface is block paving.
  • There is a dropped kerb between the car park and the venue.
  • The dropped kerb does not have tactile paving.
  • There is not a road to cross between the car park and the entrance.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
• Public Car Parks View
  • There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
  • The name of the car park is CCP Parking.
  • The car park is located on Hilton Road.
  • There is not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available within the car park.
• On Street Parking and Drop-off Details View
  • On street marked Blue Badge bays are not available.
  • Clearly signed and / or standard marked parking bays are available.
  • Standard marked parking bays are located on Hilton Road.
  • There is not a designated drop off point.

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Getting To (Edward Myers Unit Ward)

• Edward Myers Unit Ward is/are located within the Edward Myers Unit.
• Access to Edward Myers Unit Ward is via the main entrance.
• Enter via the main entrance, turn left and proceed through the stairwell entrance.
  The lift is located on the left. Take the lift to level 1.
  On exiting the lift the ward entrance is straight ahead.
• There is step free access, via lift, to Edward Myers Unit Ward.
• Edward Myers Unit Ward is approximately 15m from the main entrance.
• There is a/are manual, heavy, single door(s) between the main entrance and lift and the department/service.
• There are not resting areas along the route.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.

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Outside Access (Main Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located to the front of the building.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • There is not 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 a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the entrance, with a height of 1.5cm or below.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right of the main entrance.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Entrance (Garden Entrance)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located straight ahead as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is ramped/sloped access at this entrance.
  • 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.
  • The main door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.
  • There is a second set of doors.
  • 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 permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located as soon as you exit the second set of doors.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.

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Entrance (Lift & Stairs)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor to the left as you enter via the main entrance.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • 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.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm.

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Lift (Lift 3)

• There is a lift for public use.
• The lift is located to the left as you enter via the main entrance.
• Signs indicating the location of this lift are not clearly visible from the entrance.
• The lift is approximately 8m (8yd 2ft) 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.
• There are manual, heavy, single doors to access the lift lobby on all floors.
• 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 low.
• The visual contrast between the external lift control plate and the wall is high.
• The clear door width is 130cm (4ft 3in).
• The dimensions of the lift are 180cm x 270cm (5ft 11in x 8ft 10in).
• 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 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 not a hearing loop system.
• The lift does have Braille markings.
• The lift does have tactile markings.
• The lighting level in the lift is good.

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Other Floors (EMU Stairs)

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• Stairs View
  • Signs indicating the location of the stairs are not clearly visible from the entrance.
  • There are manual, light, single doors to enter and exit the stairwell on the ground floor.
  • The floors which are accessible by stairs are G and 1.
  • There are 15+ steps between floors.
  • The height of the step(s) is/are between the recommended 15cm and 18cm.
  • The depth of the step(s) is/are not between the recommended 30cm and 45cm.
  • The steps are clearly marked.
  • The steps do have handrails.
  • The steps have a handrail on both sides.
  • Handrails are at the recommended height (90cm-100cm).
  • Handrails do cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • Handrails are easy to grip.
  • Handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last steps.
  • There is a landing.
  • Clear signs indicating the facilities on each floor of the building are not provided on landings.
  • The lighting levels are good.

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Ward (Edward Myers Unit)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an detoxification ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 14 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 14 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) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are single width with a locked extension leaf.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • 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 a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 96cm (3ft 2in).
  • There is level access throughout the ward.
  • Staff can provide assistance with using any manual doors within the ward.
  • There is clear signage on the ward.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is some flooring on the ward which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • The lighting levels are good.
• Relatives' Room View
  • There is not a relatives' room for the ward.
• Example Side Room View
  • There are no side rooms available with 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 not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre around the bed.
  • Bedside storage is available.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and the floor in the side room is medium.
  • The lighting levels in the side room are moderate to 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 shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and the floor in the ensuite is high.
  • The lighting levels in the ensuite are low to moderate.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system is not available on the ward.
  • The ward does not play background music.
  • There is a chair with armrests on both sides.
  • A mobile hoist is not available on the ward.
  • There are not accessible washroom facilities for patients on the ward.
  • There are accessible toilet facilities for patients on the ward.
  • There are washrooms suitable for ambulant disabled patients available on the ward.
  • Toilets suitable for ambulant disabled patients are 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 within the main hospital building.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located within the main hospital building.
• Visiting Times View
  • There are no set visiting times, please contact the ward in advance.
  • Protected meal times are between 08:30 to 09:00, 12:30 to 13:00 and 1730 to 18:00.

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Day Room / Lounge Area (Female Lounge)

• There is a day room/lounge area.
• The day room/lounge area is approximately 8m from the ward entrance.
• There is level access into the day room/lounge area.
• The day room/lounge area is always open.
• There is a/are door(s) into the day room/lounge area.
• The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
• The door(s) is/are single width.
• The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
• The width of the door opening is 83cm (2ft 9in).
• The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
• There is a space for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
• There are sofas and also a mixture of single seats with and without armrests.
• No chairs are permanently fixed.
• No tables are permanently fixed.
• The room does not have background music playing.
• There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
• There is a television.
• Subtitles are available.
• There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
• There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
• Lighting levels are good.

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Washroom (Male Bathroom)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a bath and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 2 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 2 washroom(s) which has/have a shower and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located within the male corridor.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 12m from the ward entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is male.
  • 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 twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 240cm x 356cm (7ft 10in x 11ft 8in).
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is not a red 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 height of the wash basin is 85cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 120cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Bath Details View
  • There is a bath.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 55cm (1ft 10in).
  • The bath is not height adjustable.
  • The bath tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is not a shower over/for the bath.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the bath.
  • A bath hoist is not available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Washroom (Male Shower)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 2 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • There is/are also 2 washroom(s) which has/have a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • The washroom surveyed is located within the male corridor.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 13m from the ward entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is male.
  • There is pictorial and written or text 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 heavy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 180cm x 277cm (5ft 11in x 9ft 1in).
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 158cm 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 84cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 105cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • 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.
• Shower Details View
  • There is not a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • The height of the shower head is 210cm (6ft 11in).
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
  • The shower area is accessed via a shallow step.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Washroom (Side Room 27)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 5 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located within side room 27.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 10m from the ward entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • There is no additional 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 heavy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 225cm x 150cm (7ft 5in x 4ft 11in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is not a red 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 84cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is lever. It is not 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 105cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 130cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • The toilet has a lid obstructing the back rest/cistern/wall.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 82cm.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is no dropdown rail for the toilet.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the toilet.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 75cm.
  • There is a shelf next to the toilet.
  • The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 90cm.
  • The shelf is located where it is reachable.
• Shower Details View
  • There is not a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head height is fixed.
  • The height of the shower head is 220cm (7ft 3in).
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • There is no seat for the shower.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
  • The shower cubicle is accessed via a shallow step.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Male - Right Hand Transfer)

• There is an/are accessible toilet(s) available.

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the left of the ward, within the male corridor.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 14m (15yd 11in) from the ward entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a male toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is heavy.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The visual contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door does not have a horizontal grab rail.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 176cm x 276cm (5ft 9in x 9ft 1in).
  • The accessible toilet does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The height of the light switch/pull cord is 105cm from floor level.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • There is a lateral transfer space.
  • As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
  • The lateral transfer space is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a lever flush.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • There is not a/are not wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • The visual contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is not an emergency alarm.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • There is not a/are not coat hook(s).
• Additional Fixtures View
  • There is a mirror.
  • The mirror is not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
  • There is a shelf within the accessible toilet.
  • The shelf does not have the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 90cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a cistern.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (1ft 6in).
  • The toilet seat visual contrast is low.
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 73cm (2ft 5in).
  • The visual contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is high.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • There are no vertical wall-mounted grab rails at the wash basin.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 105cm.
  • 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 125cm (4ft 1in).
  • The visual contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is high.
  • There is not a hand dryer.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Female)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The female toilet is located on the left corridor of the ward.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 8m from the ward entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • There are dropdown rails available on both sides of the ambulant toilet(s).
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Washroom (Female Bathroom)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a bath and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 2 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located to the left corridor of the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is approximately 8m from the ward entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is female.
  • There is pictorial and written or text signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards and outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door(s) is/are heavy to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 240cm x 360cm (7ft 10in x 11ft 10in).
  • The washroom does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is not an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is not a red 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 height of the wash basin is 85cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 104cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 130cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are available.
  • There is a/are pedal bin disposal units.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Bath Details View
  • There is a bath.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 55cm (1ft 10in).
  • The bath is not height adjustable.
  • The bath tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is not a shower over/for the bath.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the bath.
  • A bath hoist is not available.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The visual contrast between the external washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the internal washroom door and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Male)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The male toilet is located within the male bedroom corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 12m from the ward entrance.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • The ambulant toilet does not have horizontal wall mounted grab rails.
  • The ambulant toilet does not have vertical wall mounted grab rails.
  • There are dropdown rails available on both sides of the ambulant toilet(s).
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 83cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Location of Toilet / Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located on level 2, to the left as you enter the main entrance and also next to lift 2. There is also an accessible toilet on level 0.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located on level 2 to the left as you enter via the main entrance.
• Parent and baby changing facilities are located on level 2, in the accessible toilet, to the left as you enter via the main entrance.

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Related Access Guides

• To view other Detailed Access Guides that are related to this one please use the links below.
• Harplands Hospital link (new tab) - click here.
• Harplands Hospital - Creative Parking link (new tab) - click here.