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Disabled Access Guide for The Beckenham Dental Clinic
233-235 High Street
Beckenham
Kent
BR3 1BN
Tel: 020 8663 6885
Fax: 020 8663 2599
Email: info@beckenhamdentalclinic.co.uk
Web: http://www.beckenhamdentalclinic.co.uk
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Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:45 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 17:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:45 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 19:00 |
| Friday | 08:45 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the town.
This venue is situated in Beckenham.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Beckenham Junction.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
The name of the car park is Odeon Car Park Beckenham.
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 1.9m x 5.5m (6ft 2in x 18ft ).
On street Blue Badge parking is located on Beckenham High Street.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are available.
The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 1.9m x 5.5m (6ft 2in x 18ft ).
Standard marked parking bays are located 25 metres from the main entrance.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located at the front of the building.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 84cm (2ft 9in) wide.
Level Change (Main Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope bypasses the steps.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is portable.
Please contact a member of staff.
The width of the ramp or slope is 118cm (3ft 10in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
There are 1 steps to the area/service.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
Reception
The desk is 6m (19ft 8in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk has a lowered section.
The desk is generally staffed.
Lighting levels are medium.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
There is not a touchscreen.
There is not a prescription box.
There is not a bell to attract attention.
There is sufficient space to write or sign documents on the counter.
Inside Access
There is level access once inside the venue.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
This venue does play background music.
Music is played in some parts of the venue.
The lighting levels are medium.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is carpet.
Waiting Room / Area
There is a waiting room / area.
The waiting room / area is 2m (6ft 6in) from the main entrance.
There is level access into the waiting room / area.
The type of flooring is carpet.
There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
Announcements are in person.
Lighting levels are medium.
The room does not have background music playing.
There is a television.
There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
There are no vending machines.
There is no children's play area.
There is an additional waiting area on the 1st floor.
Consultation / Treatment Room
There are 2 consultation / treatment rooms available.
The room surveyed was Surgery 1.
The consultation / treatment room is 9m (29ft 6in) from the main entrance.
There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
Level access is by lift.
There are doors into the consultation / treatment room.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 69cm (2ft 3in) wide.
The type of flooring is vinyl.
There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
There is a chair.
The chair is adjustable.
All chairs have armrests.
Some chairs are permanently fixed.
A hoist is not available.
Lighting levels are medium.
The room does have background music playing.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on the right side going up.
There is not a landing.
The services on the floors which are not accessible are additional waiting room, treatment room.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 5m (16ft 4in) from the main entrance.
The adapted toilet is located off the foyer.
There is level access to the adapted toilet.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the adapted toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the adapted toilet door is 85cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 170cm x 270cm (5ft 6in x 8ft 10in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted toilet.
There is not a lateral transfer space.
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is a mixer tap.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
It is not a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are not available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the left.
There is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
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 48cm (1ft 6in).
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.
The towel dispenser is 128cm (4ft 2in) high.
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.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is not placed higher than 74cm.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
The contrast between the external door and wall is poor.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is poor.
Lighting levels are medium.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are not available.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
Staff are not Text Relay aware.
