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Theatre Admissions Unit

Weston General Hospital, Grange Road, Uphill, Weston-Super-Mare, BS23 4TQ

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Getting To (Theatre Admissions Unit)

Parking (Accessible Parking)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located in front and to the left of the main hospital entrance.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac and block paving.
    • There are 15+ designated Blue Badge parking bays available.
    • The Blue Badge bays are clearly marked and signposted.
    • The surveyed Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 240cm (width) x 570cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to both sides and 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 30m from the main entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a slight ramp or slope, uneven surfaces and bollards.
    • There is a dropped kerb without tactile paving from the designated Blue Badge parking.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for Blue Badge holders only.
    • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
    • Clearly presented parking signs are available.
    • Payment machines are located at the main hospital entrance.
    • 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).
  • Public Car Parks View
    • Although Blue Badge parking is free, you must still register your car on the payment machine.

Entrance (Main Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of the hospital, opposite the Visitor Car Park.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces and 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 161cm.
  • The doors have a low 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 140cm.
  • The second set of doors have a low visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.
  • There is an open gap before and beyond the doors. The width of the gap is 190cm.

Lift (Lifts 2 and 3)

  • The lift surveyed is located straight ahead from the main entrance.
  • The distance from the main entrance is 30m.
  • The most accessible route to the lift has step-free level access.
  • The ground floor, first floor and second floor are accessed by this lift.
  • The lift door has a medium 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.
  • None of the external lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • The lift door opening width is 130cm.
  • The internal dimensions of the lift are 154cm (width) x 250cm (depth).
  • The internal lift control buttons have tactile markings and a high visual contrast.
  • All of the internal lift controls are at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Internally the lift has: a visual floor indicator, a hearing assistance alarm system and an audible announcer.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There are other lifts available at this location which are of a similar size.

Department / Service (Theatre Admissions Unit)

  • Location and Access View
    • The Theatre Admissions Unit is located on the second floor, to the right from the lifts.
    • There is written text signage on or near the door.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
    • There is an intercom at a height of 144cm.
    • There is a key fob/card reader at a height of 119cm.
    • There are double automatic doors with a high visual contrast.
    • The doors open towards you.
    • The width of the opening is 150cm.
    • There is a push pad or push button to exit at a height of 107cm.
  • 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 even at the time of the survey.
  • Facilities and Services View
    • There are 3 consultation/medical rooms available.
    • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests, chairs without armrests and armchairs.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: height adjustable tables.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • The following facilities are available for patients: standard toilets.

Toilet and Changing Facilities (Theatre Admissions Unit)

Reception (Theatre Admissions Unit)

  • The reception is located to the right from the Theatre Admissions Unit entrance.
  • The distance from the Theatre Admissions Unit entrance is 3m.
  • There is step-free level access to reception.
  • The height of the reception desk is 91cm.
  • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
  • The reception has glazed screens.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest in the seating area.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs with armrests.

Entrance (Theatre Admissions Unit - Medical Area)

  • This entrance is located straight ahead from the department entrance.
  • The entrance area is not clearly signed.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There are double manual doors at this entrance.
  • The doors open towards you.
  • The width of the opening is 154cm.
  • The doors have a high visual contrast.
  • There is step-free level access as you enter.

Room (Spaces 1 to 6)

  • The room is located to the left after entering the department.
  • The distance from the Theatre Admission Unit entrance is 3m.
  • 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.
  • with a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the opening is 178cm.
  • 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.
  • The walls and floor have a high visual contrast.
  • Seating available in the room includes: chairs with armrests.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • Additional facilities/services include: a wash basin.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
  • Announcements are in person.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Seating Area (Orthopaedic Lounge)

  • The Orthopaedic Lounge is located to the right at end of department corridor.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access and manual doors.
  • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • There are double manual doors with a high visual contrast.
  • The doors open away from you.
  • The width of the opening is 157cm.
  • 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.
  • The flooring is shiny.
  • Seating available in this area includes: chairs without armrests and armchairs.
  • Furniture available in this area includes: height adjustable tables.
  • The surface height of the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.

Consultation / Medical Room (Examination Room)

  • There is 1 consultation/medical room available.
  • The room surveyed was; Examination Room.
  • The room is located off the Orthopaedic Lounge.
  • 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 77cm.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the room.
  • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (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: chairs with armrests.
  • Furniture available in the room includes: desks.
  • 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.

Standard Toilet Facilities (Toilet)

  • The shared standard toilet facilities were surveyed.
  • The toilet is located to the right after entering the department.
  • The distance from the department entrance is 4m.
  • The most accessible route has step-free level access, manual doors and narrow walkways.
  • There is step-free level access into the toilet.
  • There is pictorial, written text and dementia friendly signage on or near the door.
  • The door opens inwards and has a high visual contrast.
  • The width of the door opening is 75cm.
  • Internally the door has a high visual contrast.
  • There are no ambulant toilet facilities available.
  • There is a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser available.
  • The wash basin has a lever tap.
  • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.