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Getting To The Hospital

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• By Road View
  • The hospital is located on Uttoxeter Road to the west of Derby and can be accessed via the A38, A52, A50 and the M1 off junction 25.
    For sat/nav, please enter DE22 3NE.
  • There are 8 car parks for patients and visitors based off the internal loop road.
    Car Park 3 is for the use of Blue Badge holders and has 64 spaces available.
    There are other Blue Badge spaces throughout the hospital at Entrance 24, Entrance 21 and the Children's Hospital.
    Blue Badge parking is free for a maximum of 3 hours.
• By Bus View
  • The 904 Hopper bus stops at the hospital.
  • There is an onsite bus stop.
  • The bus stop is located on the Loop road near to the Children's Hospital.
    This bus stop serves the Trent Barton ‘Royal Derby’ bus.
    There are also bus stops located around the perimeter of the hospital.
  • There are a variety of sheltered bus stops around the hospital.
    The bus stop located on the Loop road near to the Children's Hospital is sheltered (roof only) and has bench seating.
• By Train View
  • The nearest train station is Derby.
    The station is located 3.7 miles away via the A601 and Uttoxeter New Road/A516.
    The Station is managed by East Midlands Railway.
• Useful Links View
  • Arriva bus tickets and timetables.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Trent Barton bus information.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Cross Country Trains tickets and timetables.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).
  • Google Maps location finder.
  • To view the web page described above click here (opens in new tab).

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Getting Help and Assistance

• To see the hospital map please click here (opens new tab).
• There is a Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) at the hospital.
• The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is located within the main entrance area, opposite Costa Coffee, on Level 1.
• The telephone number for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is 01332 785 156.
• The email address for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) is uhdb.contactpalsderby@nhs.net.
• Documents are available in an alternative format and can be provided to include: Braille and different languages.
• There is an assistance dog toilet or toileting area on the hospital site.
• The assistance dog toilet or toileting area is located all around the hospital site.
• Water bowls for assistance dogs are not available.
• BSL interpreters can be provided on request.
• Language interpreters can be provided on request.
• A mobility scooter charging point is not available at the hospital.
• Mobility aids are available to help patients move around and include; wheelchairs.

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• Comments View
  • There are telephone and face to face language interpreters available.
  • Telephone interpretation services are available 24 hours a day.
  • Patients should contact the ward or clinic that they will be attending to discuss interpreting needs.
  • Virtual appointments are available via Attend Anywhere.
  • Interpreters can be used during these virtual appointments.
  • There is an onsite BSL interpreter every Monday and Friday.
  • BSL interpreters are provided by Communication Unlimited (including for patients attending 'Attend Anywhere' virtual appointments).
  • Patients can book an interpreter by contacting the interpreter’s department on 01332 788080 or emailing dhft.InterpreterServices@nhs.net with: Patient name, Appointment date & time, Clinic name & location and Hospital number (if known).
  • Out of Hours face to face BSL interpreters can be requested by texting booking details to 07432 891 697.

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Hospital Parking (Car Park 1 - Drop-Off Only)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located at the front of the hospital, beside the main hospital 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 not a/are not Blue Badge parking bay(s) available.
• Drop-off Point View
  • There is a designated drop-off point.
  • The drop-off point is located within the car park.
  • There is not a dropped kerb from the drop-off point.
• Paying View
  • There are not parking charges for the hospital car park.
• Access to the Hospital View
  • The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user unaided.
  • The hospital entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the hospital entrance is clearly signposted.
• Comments View
  • There is a maximum waiting time of 10 minutes from 08:00 to 20:00.
  • There is a maximum waiting time of 30 minutes from 20:00 to 08:00.
  • There are several bollards that surround the drop-off area. The minimum width between the bollards is 170cm.

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Hospital Parking (Car Park 6)

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• Parking View
  • The hospital does have a dedicated car park.
  • The car park is located on the left side and at the rear of the hospital.
  • The car park type is open air/surface.
  • The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
  • The car park does have a barrier control system.
  • The barrier controls/touchscreen can be reached from the car.
  • 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 8 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 465cm (7ft 7in x 15ft 3in).
  • 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 parking charges for the hospital car park.
  • Payment signs are provided.
  • Payment signs are clearly presented.
  • Payment signs are located at the entrance to the car park and at the payment machines in the car park.
  • Payment signs do make it clear if parking charges apply to Blue Badge holders.
  • Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
  • Free parking for Blue Badge holders is for 3 hours only.
  • Payment machines are located at the top of the car park exit slope and beside the parking office.
  • There is not a payment machine at a convenient height for wheelchair users.
  • To see the hospital parking charges please click here (opens new tab).
• 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 slopes/ramps.
  • The hospital entrance is not clearly visible from the car park.
  • The route from the car park to the hospital entrance is clearly signposted.
  • The nearest designated Blue Badge parking bay is approximately 60m (65yd 1ft) from the Entrance 21.
• Comments View
  • To exit the car park and access the payment machine you must go up a steep slope.
  • This slope has a bollard at the end, with a minimum width of 164cm.
  • There is a gate at the top of the slope that is 105cm wide and permanently held open.
  • The ticket machine controls and slots are between 71cm to 153cm high.
  • There is also a ticket payment machine beside the entrance to Car Park 7. There is level access at this payment machine.
  • There are a number of Blue Badge spaces around the site which are not behind a barrier control system, these are free for Blue Badge Holders for up to 3 hours. For all enquiries, please ring the Car Parking Office on: 01332 786 776.
  • Blue Badge Holders parking inside a barrier controlled car park have unlimited free car parking time. To claim free car parking you will be asked to press the intercom at the Car Parking Exit barrier to show your Blue Badge.
  • Blue Badge Holders parking in a Blue Badge space outside of a barrier controlled car park have 3 hours free car parking.

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Getting To (Labour Ward)

• The Labour Ward is/are located on level 1 of the Maternity Building.
• Access to the Labour Ward is via the Maternity Building main entrance.
• Enter the Maternity Building via the main entrance and the Labour Ward is located on the right, after the second set of doors.
• There is step free access to the Labour Ward.
• The Labour Ward is approximately 25m from the Maternity Building main entrance.
• There are resting areas along the route.
• Wayfinding signage is provided.
• Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
• There is some flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
• There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.

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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 building, opposite Car Park 6.
  • The entrance area/door is clearly signed.
  • There is ramped/sloped or stepped access at this entrance.
  • There is not a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at this entrance.
  • The entrance door(s) does not/do not 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 not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 120cm (3ft 11in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • The main door(s) open(s) automatically.
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The width of the door opening is 141cm.
  • 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 142cm.
• Ramp/Slope Details View
  • The ramp/slope is located to the right of the entrance as you face it.
  • The ramp/slope gradient is slight.
  • The ramp/slope is permanent.
  • There is a level landing at the top of the ramp/slope.
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the ramp.
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides going up the ramp.
  • The ramp/slope does bypass the step(s).
• Step Details View
  • The step(s) is/are located in front of the entrance.
  • There is/are 5 step(s).
  • The step(s) is/are not clearly marked.
  • The step(s) is/are medium height (11cm - 17cm).
  • There is a/are handrail(s) at the step(s).
  • The handrail(s) is/are on both sides going up the step(s).
• Comments View
  • There is a third set of doors at this entrance (photograph 4).
  • The doors are double, 160cm wide, open towards you (pull) and are heavy.

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Ward (Labour Ward)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an Labour ward.
  • This is a female ward.
  • There is/are 0 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 21 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 21 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 but one door is locked.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 80cm (2ft 7in).
  • There is not a bell/buzzer.
  • There is an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 134cm (4ft 5in).
  • There is not a door release button when exiting.
  • 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
  • The height of the ward reception desk is 110cm.
  • There is a lowered section.
  • The height of the lowered section of the desk is 73cm.
  • There is a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
  • The type of system is a fixed loop.
  • The hearing assistance system is signed.
  • Staff are not trained to use the hearing assistance system.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested by an AccessAble surveyor.
  • The hearing assistance system was tested on 11/05/2022.
  • The hearing assistance system was working at the time of testing.
• Relatives' Room View
  • There is a relatives' room for the ward.
  • The width of the door opening into the relatives' room is over 75cm.
  • There is a clear turning space in the relatives' room.
  • There is a/are chair(s) with armrests available within the relatives' room.
• Example Side Room View
  • There are multiple side rooms available with accessible ensuites.
  • The side room surveyed does have 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 sufficient space next to the bed for a mobile hoist to operate.
  • There is 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 high.
  • The lighting levels in the side room are good.
  • The width of the door opening into the ensuite is over 75cm.
  • There is a clear unobstructed turning space within the ensuite.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the ensuite include; a wheel in 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 good.
• 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 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 accessible toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • There are standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
• Visiting Times View
  • There are no set visiting times, please contact the ward in advance.

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Ward (Derby Birth Centre)

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• Ward Information View
  • This is a/an Labour ward.
  • This is a female ward.
  • There is/are 0 bay(s) available.
  • There is/are 4 side room(s) available.
  • There is/are 4 bed(s) on this ward in total.
  • The Derby Birth Centre is located to the right as you enter the Labour Ward and then at the end of the corridor.
• Ward Access View
  • There is a/are door(s) leading into the ward.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are double width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 165cm (5ft 5in).
  • There is a bell/buzzer.
  • The height of the bell/buzzer is 137cm (4ft 6in).
  • There is not an intercom.
  • There is a hand sanitiser.
  • The height of the hand sanitiser is 108cm (3ft 7in).
  • There is a door release button when exiting.
  • The height of the door release button is 105cm (3ft 5in).
  • There is level access throughout 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 low to moderate.
• Reception/Nurses' Station View
  • The height of the ward reception desk is 110cm.
  • There is a lowered section.
  • The height of the lowered section of the desk is 73cm.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system available at the desk.
• 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 side room surveyed does not have 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 sufficient space next to the bed for a mobile hoist to operate.
  • There is 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 high.
  • 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 a clear unobstructed turning space within the ensuite.
  • The fixtures/facilities available in the ensuite include; a wheel in 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 moderate to good.
• 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 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 in the Labour Ward.
  • There are no standard toilet facilities on the ward for visitors.
  • Standard toilet facilities for visitors are located in the Labour Ward.
• Visiting Times View
  • There are no set visiting times, please contact the ward in advance.

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Washroom (Ensuite - Shower)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located in Room 16.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is female.
  • 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 may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 246cm x 238cm (8ft 1in x 7ft 10in).
  • The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • 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) 144cm 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 wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 86cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • 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 133cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 138cm.
  • 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 42cm (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 both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 136cm.
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 65cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of 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 90cm.
  • 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 have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • 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 dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • 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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Washroom (Ward Corridor)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a height adjustable bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located on the ward corridor.
  • 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.
  • The door(s) is/are locked by a twist lock.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 287cm x 300cm (9ft 5in x 9ft 10in).
  • 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 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) 144cm 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 wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 87cm.
  • 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 130cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 135cm.
  • 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 43cm (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 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 85cm.
  • There is not a colostomy changing shelf for standing users next to the toilet.
• Bath Details View
  • There is a bath.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 88cm (2ft 11in).
  • The bath is height adjustable.
  • The bath tap type is twist/turn. It is a mixer tap.
  • There is a shower over/for the bath.
  • The shower head is hand held.
  • There are not wall-mounted grab rails available for the bath.
  • A bath hoist is not available.
• 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 toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The visual contrast between the washroom floor and walls is high.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Washroom (Derby Birth Centre Water Birth Room)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located within the water birth room.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is female.
  • 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 may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 207cm x 260cm (6ft 9in x 8ft 6in).
  • The washroom does have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • There is an emergency pull cord alarm.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the washroom.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s) 144cm 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 wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 87cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on the left.
  • 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 129cm.
  • There is a towel dispenser.
  • The towel dispenser cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the towel dispenser is 137cm.
  • 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 42cm (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 right.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 186cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • 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 86cm.
  • 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 have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The shower head is height adjustable.
  • 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 dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The colour contrast between the wall-mounted grab rails to the right of the toilet and wall is high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • 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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Washroom (Derby Birth Centre Ensuite - Shower and Bath)

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• Washroom Details View
  • The washroom surveyed has a wheel in shower, a bath, a toilet and a wash basin.
  • There is/are 1 washroom(s) of this type in the ward.
  • The washroom surveyed is located in the birthing suite.
  • There is step free access to the washroom surveyed once inside the ward.
  • This washroom is female.
  • 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 may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 86cm (2ft 10in).
  • The dimensions of the washroom are 188cm x 252cm (6ft 2in x 8ft 3in).
  • 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 a/are coat hook(s) 145cm 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 wash basin cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the wash basin is 86cm.
  • As you face the wash basin the wall-mounted grab rails are on the right.
  • 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 130cm.
  • 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 42cm (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 both sides.
  • The lateral transfer space on the left is 132cm.
  • The lateral transfer space on the right is 80cm.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There are dropdown rails on both sides of 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 88cm.
  • 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 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.
• Bath Details View
  • There is a bath.
  • The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 59cm (1ft 11in).
  • 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 wall-mounted grab rails available for the bath.
  • A bath hoist is not available.
• 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 high.
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • The visual contrast between the shower wall-mounted grab rails and wall is high.
  • The visual contrast between the bath 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 (Right Transfer)

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

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• Location and Access View
  • This accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter, along the corridor and to the left.
  • This accessible toilet is approximately 25m from the ward entrance.
  • There is step-free access into the accessible toilet.
  • This is a shared toilet.
  • A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
  • There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The contrast between the external door and wall is high.
  • The door opens outwards.
  • The door may be difficult to open.
  • The door is locked by a twist lock.
  • The width of the accessible toilet opening is 85cm (2ft 9in).
  • The contrast between the internal door and wall is high.
  • The door has a horizontal grab rail.
  • The contrast between the horizontal grab rail and internal door is high.
• Toilet Features View
  • The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 227cm x 176cm (7ft 5in x 5ft 9in).
  • The accessible toilet does not have an unobstructed minimum turning space of 150cm x 150cm.
  • The lighting levels are 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 105cm.
  • The transfer space is obstructed by storage items.
  • There is a flush on the transfer side.
  • There is a spatula type lever flush.
  • There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
  • The visual contrast between the dropdown rail(s) and wall is high.
  • There is a/are wall-mounted grab rail(s) available.
  • As you face the toilet the wall-mounted grab rail(s) is/are on both sides.
  • There is a vertical wall-mounted grab rail on the transfer side.
  • There is a horizontal wall-mounted grab rail on the opposite side of the seat to the transfer space.
  • The contrast between the wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • There is an emergency alarm.
  • The emergency alarm was out of reach (higher than 10cm (4") from floor) when surveyed.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the toilet.
  • Disposal facilities are available in the toilet.
  • There is a/are sanitary and recycling bin disposal units.
  • There is a/are coat hook(s).
  • The height of the coat hook is 104cm from the floor.
• 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 has the minimum dimensions of 12.5cm x 40cm.
  • The shelf is at a height of 118cm.
  • The shelf is not located where it is reachable.
  • The toilet has a fixed horizontal rail without a padded backrest.
  • There is a lid attached to the toilet seat.
  • The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 48cm (1ft 7in).
  • The toilet seat colour contrast is low.
  • 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).
  • The height of the toilet roll holder is 87cm (2ft 10in).
  • The contrast between the toilet roll holder and the wall is medium.
  • There is a wash basin.
  • The wash basin and tap(s) can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The wash basin is not placed higher than 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • The height of the wash basin is 74cm (2ft 5in).
  • There are vertical wall-mounted grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
  • The contrast between the wash basin wall-mounted grab rail(s) and wall is high.
  • The wash basin tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The soap dispenser can be reached from seated on the toilet.
  • The height of the soap dispenser is 91cm.
  • 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 135cm (4ft 5in).
  • The contrast between the towel dispenser and the wall is low.
  • There is not a hand dryer.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Reception)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located to the right as you enter the ward.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 6m from the ward entrance.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is high.
  • Toilet seats do not have a high visual contrast.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is not available.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 86cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever mixer.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser is located above and to the left of the basin.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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Standard Toilet(s) (Ward Corridor)

• Standard toilet facilities are available.

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• Toilet Facilities View
  • The shared toilet is located ahead as you enter then to the right and on the left side of the corridor.
  • There is step-free access into the toilet(s).
  • The standard toilet(s) is/are approximately 12m from the ward entrance.
  • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the toilet door.
  • The visual contrast between the external toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • The colour contrast between the internal toilet door(s) and wall(s) is high.
  • The colour contrast between the walls and floor is medium.
  • Toilet seats do not have a high visual contrast.
  • An ambulant toilet cubicle is available.
  • The ambulant toilet does not have horizontal wall mounted grab rails.
  • There are vertical wall mounted rails on both sides of the toilet.
  • The visual contrast of the vertical wall mounted grab rails in the ambulant cubicle(s) is high.
  • There are dropdown rails available on both sides of the ambulant toilet(s).
  • The visual contrast of the dropdown rail(s) in the ambulant cubicle(s) is high.
  • The height of the wash basin(s) is 86cm.
  • The wash basin(s) tap type is lever.
  • There is a wall fixed soap dispenser.
  • The wall fixed soap dispenser is located above and to the right of the basin.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

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Location of Toilet/Changing Facilities

• Accessible toilet facilities are located near to the main hospital entrance, and on levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
• Female and male standard toilet facilities are located near to the main hospital entrance, and on levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.
• Parent and baby changing facilities are located in the accessible toilets at the main entrance and on level 5.

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Related Access Guides

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