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Overview (Northern General Hospital)

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• About View
  • This is a hospital with multiple services available.
  • Facilities available in the venue include: A charity shop, pharmacies, cafes, cash machines.
  • View information on opening times
• Parking and Public Transport View
  • The venue has its own car park, with Blue Badge parking available.
  • There is a drop-off point.
  • The nearest train station is Sheffield.
  • For the latest travel options and information you can plan your travel using Traveline (opens new tab).
  • View information on getting here (opens new tab) .
• Getting In and Around View
  • There is step-free level access at the most accessible entrance.
  • There is step-free level access throughout, this may include the use of a lift.
  • Access throughout may include doors permanently held open.
  • Levels A, B, C, D, E, F and G can be accessed via a standard lift and stairs.
• Getting Help and Assistance View
  • There is seating available.
  • There is no hearing assistance system.
  • You can borrow or hire the following equipment: a manual wheelchair.
  • British Sign Language interpreters can be provided on request.
  • There is a water bowl available for assistance dogs.
  • There is not a designated assistance dog spending area.
  • Additional facilities/services include: an ATM machine, a pay phone, Wi-Fi and TV pre-pay machines for patients.

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Parking (Huntsman Entrance - Accessible Parking and Drop-Off)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located on the south side of the hospital site, in front of the Huntsman Building.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 6 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 229cm (width) x 454cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides and rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 125cm.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • The nearest designated bay is 31m from Huntsman Building - Entrance 3.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes, uneven surfaces and bollards.
  • There is a dropped kerb with tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• Charges and Restrictions View
  • Parking is free for all users.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point available.
  • The designated drop-off point is located in front of the Huntsman Building entrance.

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Parking (Car Park E)

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• Car Park View
  • The car park is located on the south side of the hospital site.
  • The car park is open air/surface.
  • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
  • There are 12 designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
  • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
  • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 227cm (width) x 491cm (depth).
  • There is a marked zone to both sides but not at the rear.
  • The width of the marked zone is 120cm.
  • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
  • The nearest designated bay is 125m from Huntsman Building - Entrance 3.
  • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has slight ramps or slopes, steep ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
  • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
• 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.
  • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
  • Payment machines are located at the front and rear of the car park.
  • There is a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • There is not a level manoeuvring space for a wheelchair user in front of the payment machine (185cm x 210cm).
  • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

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Getting To (Huntsman 5)

• Huntsman 5 is/are located on Level F of Huntsman Building.
• Access to Huntsman 5 is via the main entrance.
• After entering the main Huntsman Building entrance, proceed along the corridor to the first set of lifts on the left. Take the lifts to Level F and on exiting, the ward is located directly ahead.
• There is step free access, via lift, to Huntsman 5.
• Huntsman 5 is approximately 10m from the Huntsman Building lifts.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.

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Entrance (Huntsman Building - Entrance 3)

• This entrance is located on the south side of the hospital site.
• The approach to the entrance has bollards.
• The entrance area is clearly signed.
• There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
• There is step-free level access at the entrance.
• There are double automatic doors at this entrance.
• The doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 151cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The doors have a high visual contrast.
• There is a second set of double automatic doors .
• The second set of doors open by sliding.
• The width of the opening is 153cm.
• There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
• The second set of doors have a high visual contrast.
• The minimum width between the bollards is 178cm.
• There is step-free level access as you enter.

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Lift (Huntsman Building - NGL 2 and 3)

• The lift surveyed is located off the Huntsman Building main corridor.
• The distance from Huntsman Building Entrance 3 is 40m.
• The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
• Level B, C, D, E, F and G 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 a high visual contrast and tactile markings.
• All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• The lift door opening width is 129cm.
• The internal dimensions of the lift are 146cm (width) x 244cm (depth).
• The internal lift control buttons have a high visual contrast and tactile markings.
• The majority of the internal controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
• Internally the lift has: a hearing assistance alarm system, a visual floor indicator, an audible announcer and a list of floor services/facilities.
• Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
• There are other lifts available at this location which vary in size.

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Stairs (Next to Huntsman Lifts - NGL 2 and 3)

• The stairs surveyed are located in the Huntsman Building off the main corridor.
• Level B, C, D, E, F and G can be accessed by these stairs.
• There are 20+ steps between floors.
• The steps are clearly marked and have handrails on both sides.
• The handrails are easy to grip.
• The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
• The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
• The height of the steps is between 15cm and 18cm.
• The height of the highest step is 17cm.
• The depth of the steps is between 30cm and 45cm.
• Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

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Entrance (Huntsman 4 and 5)

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• Entrance Details View
  • This information is for the entrance located on Level F.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed with the name of the service/department.
  • There is step free access at this entrance.
  • The intercom is not in a suitable position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
  • The main door(s) open(s) towards you (pull).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) is/are permanently held open.
  • The width of the door opening is 168cm.

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Ward

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an Gastroenterology ward.
  • This is a shared ward.
  • There is/are 5 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 4 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 33 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 double width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 148cm (4ft 10in).
  • There is an intercom.
  • The height of the intercom is 147cm (4ft 10in).
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 144cm (4ft 9in).
  • 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.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• Ward Features and Patient Facilities View
  • A hearing assistance system can be brought in from another department/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.
  • There are washroom facilities for patients on the ward.
  • There are toilet facilities for patients 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 Level D.
  • There are standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
• Visiting Times View
  • There are set visiting times for the ward.
  • Visiting times are 08:00 to 20:00.
  • The visiting times are the same for each day.

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Washroom (Shower Room)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower and a wash basin.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • There is 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 may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 68cm (2ft 3in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 129cm x 142cm (4ft 3in x 4ft 8in).
  • 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) 163cm 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 79cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on both sides.
  • The tap type is lever. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • 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 is height adjustable.
  • The shower control type is twist/turn.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
  • The shower tray is accessed via a deep step.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour 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 low to moderate.

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Washroom (Cubicles 1 and 2)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located just outside the ward entrance.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards and outwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 98cm x 332cm (3ft 3in x 10ft 11in).
  • 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 within reach and fully functional.
  • 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 78cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is twist/turn. 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 86cm.
  • 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.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Toilet Details View
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
  • The toilet has a lid obstructing the back rest/cistern/wall.
  • There is not a lateral transfer space.
  • There is a flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail but no transfer space.
  • 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.
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 103cm.
  • 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 does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • 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 for the shower.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour 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 dropdown rail(s) and wall is low.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the left of the toilet and wall is medium.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is medium.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The visual contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is medium.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Washroom (Ward Shower)

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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 step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is shared.
  • There is dementia friendly signage on or near the washroom door.
  • The washroom door(s) open(s) inwards.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 312cm x 315cm (10ft 3in x 10ft 4in).
  • 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) 164cm 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 79cm.
  • There are no wall-mounted grab rails for the wash basin.
  • The tap type is twist/turn. It is not a mixer tap.
  • There is a soap dispenser.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 108cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 126cm.
  • There is not a hand dryer.
  • Disposal facilities are not available.
  • The washroom has a non-slip floor.
• Shower Details View
  • There is a wheel in shower.
  • The shower does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower control type is lever.
  • A shower chair is available.
  • There are wall-mounted grab rails available for the shower.
  • The shower area is accessed via an easy slope.
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • The colour 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 shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Toilet with Adaptations (Bay B)

• 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, Braille and tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
  • This accessible toilet is located in Bay B.
  • There is level access to this accessible toilet.
• Features and Dimensions View
  • This is not a shared toilet.
  • There are separate male and female bays on the ward.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door is locked by a sliding bolt.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the accessible toilet door is 84cm (2ft 9in).
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 160cm x 156cm (5ft 3in x 5ft 1in).
  • The accessible toilet does not 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 the left.
  • The lateral transfer space is 94cm (3ft 1in).
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a flush, however it is not on the transfer side.
  • There is not a spatula type lever flush.
  • The tap type is twist/turn.
  • There is not a mixer tap.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency pull cord alarm is not fully functional.
  • The alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
  • There is not a flashing fire alarm beacon within the cubicle.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
• Position of Fixtures View
  • Wall mounted grab rails are available for the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • 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 43cm (1ft 5in).
  • 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 118cm (3ft 10in).
  • There is a toilet roll holder.
  • The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
  • 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 wash basin.
  • The wash basin 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 77cm (2ft 6in).
• Colour Contrast and Lighting View
  • There is a high visual contrast between the internal door and wall.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
  • There is a poor colour contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is good.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
  • The lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Visitors)

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• Availability and Location of Standard Toilets View
  • Standard toilet facilities are available.
• Access to Standard Female and Male Toilet(s) View
  • The female and male toilet facilities that were surveyed are located directly ahead from the Huntsman 4 and 5 entrance and then on the right of the corridor.
  • The female and male toilets are approximately 19m (20yd 2ft) from the main entrance.
  • Inside the venue, there is level access to the female and male toilets.
  • An ambulant toilet with wall mounted grab rails is not available.
  • Lighting levels in the female and male toilets 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.
• Huntsman Building link (new tab) - click here.
• Huntsman 4 link (new tab) - click here.