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Multi-Storey Car Park 1

Royal Victoria Infirmary, Queen Victoria Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4LP

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Entrance (External Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the multi-storey car park.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free access via slope at the entrance.
  • The slope has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with a handrail on the left going up.
  • There is a single manual door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 106cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a second single manual door.
  • The second door opens away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Entrance (Level 4 Entrance To Corridors And Wards)

  • This entrance is located on level 2 of the Claremont Wing (floor 4 of the multi-storey car park).
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
  • There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
  • The door opens away from you.
  • There is a push pad at a height of 88cm.
  • The width of the opening is 83cm.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 83cm.
  • There is a second single automatic door.
  • The second door opens away from you.
  • The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 84cm.
  • The width of the opening is 86cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 83cm.
  • There is step-free access via ramp as you enter.
  • The ramp has a slight gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide with handrails on both sides.

Entrance (Level 5 Entrance To Corridors And Wards)

  • This entrance is located on level 2 of the Claremont Wing (floor 5 of the multi-storey car park).
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is step-free access via ramp at the entrance.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is between 75cm and 150cm wide with no handrails.
  • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 121cm.
  • There is a single automatic door at this entrance.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • There is a push pad at a height of 88cm.
  • The width of the opening is 82cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 83cm.
  • There is a second single automatic door.
  • The second door opens towards you.
  • The push pad for the automatic doors is at a height of 88cm.
  • The width of the opening is 83cm.
  • The second door has a high visual contrast.
  • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 87cm.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Lift (Lift Number 19)

  • The lift surveyed is located the rear of the car park.
  • The distance from the level 5 entrance to corridors and wards is 3m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • Levels 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11 are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low visual contrast.
  • The lift has a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 75cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 126cm (width) x 140cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • Some of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Lift (Platform Lift)

  • The lift surveyed is located in the Claremont Wing, to the left as you exit the multi-storey car park.
  • This lift is a platform lift.
  • The distance from the level 5 entrance to corridors and wards is 1m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • Level 2 and the multi-storey car park are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a low visual contrast.
  • The lift does not have a level manoeuvring space in front of it for a wheelchair user (150cm x 150cm).
  • The external lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 89cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 104cm (width) x 148cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings, Braille markings and a high visual contrast.
  • None of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The button needs to be pressed constantly when in use.
  • Internally the lift has: a separate door to exit, a visual floor indicator and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.

Stairs (Claremont Wing)

  • The stairs surveyed are located in the Claremont Wing, to the left as you exit the multi-storey car park.
  • Level 2 and the multi-storey car park can be accessed by these stairs.
  • There are 9 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 not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Stairs (Rear)

  • The stairs surveyed are located at the rear of the car park.
  • There is a single manual door to access the stairwell.
  • Levels 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11 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 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 not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.

Parking (Multi-Storey Car Park)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located on the north-east side of the hospital site.
    • The car park is multi-storey.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and concrete.
    • The height of the restriction barrier is 200cm.
    • There are 15+ designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 234cm (width) x 467cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 131cm.
    • The dimensions of the designated Blue Badge parking bays vary in size.
    • The nearest designated bay is 5m from the external entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has step-free level access and uneven surfaces.
    • There is no dropped kerb 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 inside the hospital in the Claremont Wing.
    • There is not a payment machine with controls at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • View information on parking policies/charges (opens new tab).
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • There are 4 electric vehicle charging points.
    • The dimensions of the surveyed electric vehicle charging bay are 233cm (width) x 480cm (depth).
    • The controls are not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The nozzle holster is not at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
    • The charging points require an app.
    • There are no electric vehicle charging points designated for Blue Badge holders.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.