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Disabled Access Guide for Cardiac Short Stay Unit, Catheter Labs and Technical Cardiology
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
City Hospital Campus
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Tel: 0115 969 1169 ext 53132
Fax: 0115 962 8016
Textphone: 0800 183 0204
Email: nuhcommunications@nuh.nhs.uk
Web: http://www.nuh.nhs.uk
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Introduction
Related link Trent Cardiac Centre.
Related link South Entrance.
Cardiac Short Stay Unit, Catheter Labs and Technical Cardiology are located on the ground floor of the Trent Cardiac Centre.
Opening Times
Please contact the venue for details of opening times.
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in Sherwood.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Bulwell.
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 Green Car Park.
The car park is located in South Road.
There is a designated drop off point.
The drop off point is located outside the ground floor entrance.
Patients can be only dropped off in the ambulance bay, outside the ground floor entrance, during the daytime (07.00 - 19.00).
Outside Access (Main Trent Centre Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located off the west corridor.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 180cm (5ft 10in) wide.
This entrance gives access to the 1st floor.
Level Change (Main Trent Centre Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is bright.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are medium height.
The steps do have handrails.
The steps have a handrail on both sides.
There is a landing.
Lift
There is a lift for public use.
The lift is located off the main reception area.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are G-1-2.
The lift is 12m (13yd) from the main entrance.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.75m x 2.7m (5ft 8in x 8ft 10in).
The clear door width is 130cm.
There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
There is a mirror to aid reversing out of the lift.
The lift does have a visual floor indicator.
The lift does have an audible announcer.
The controls for the lift are within reach for a wheelchair user.
The lighting level in the lift is bright.
The lift does not have Braille markings.
The lift does have tactile markings.
Outside Access (Ground Floor Entrance - Ambulance Drop Off)
This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 170cm (5ft 6in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 170cm (5ft 6in) wide.
This entrance is open between 07.00 - 19.00.
Level Change (Ground Floor Entrance - Ambulance Drop Off)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located leading to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Outside Access (Unit Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on the ground floor of the Trent Cardiac Centre.
There is level access to the service.
The intercom is not in a position to allow wheelchair users to gain access.
The main doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 170cm (5ft 6in) wide.
Reception (Staff Base)
The desk is 20m (22yd) from the unit 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 bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
There is not a touchscreen.
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 not play background music.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Route finding signage is available.
The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl.
Waiting Room / Area
There is a waiting room / area.
The waiting room / area is 5m (16ft 4in) from the unit entrance.
There is level access into the waiting room / area.
The type of flooring is vinyl.
There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
All chairs are permanently fixed.
No tables are permanently fixed.
All chairs have armrests.
Announcements are in person.
Lighting levels are bright.
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.
Consultation / Treatment Room
There are 5 consultation / treatment rooms available.
The room surveyed was TOE Room.
The consultation / treatment room is 5m (16ft 4in) from the unit entrance.
There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
There are doors into the consultation / treatment room.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 134cm (4ft 4in) wide.
The type of flooring is vinyl.
There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
There is a bed/couch.
The bed/couch is adjustable.
There is not a chair.
A hoist is available.
The hoist is manual.
A sling is available.
The sling is attached by hook and loop.
Lighting levels are bright.
The room does not have background music playing.
A flashing alarm is not available.
A vibrating alarm is not available.
Ward (Short Stay Unit)
There are 3 bays available.
The area/room/bay surveyed was Bay 1.
The area/room/bay is 23m (25yd) from the unit entrance.
There is level access to the ward.
There are not doors into the bay / side room.
The type of flooring is vinyl.
There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
All beds have bedside storage.
The ward is unisex.
A hoist is available.
The hoist is manual.
A sling is available.
The sling is attached by hook and loop.
There is an adapted toilet for visitors to use on the ward.
There is a standard toilet for visitors to use on the ward.
There is a bathroom on the ward.
Lighting levels are bright.
A flashing alarm is not available.
A vibrating alarm is not available.
Adapted Bathroom
There are adapted bathrooms available.
Location of and access to adapted bathroom
The bathroom is male.
The bathroom is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is Braille signage on or near the adapted bathroom door.
There is tactile signage on or near the adapted bathroom door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the adapted bathroom door.
The adapted bathroom is 23m (25yd) from the unit entrance.
The adapted bathroom is located next to Bay 1.
There is level access to the adapted bathroom.
Features and dimensions of adapted bathroom
A key is not required for the adapted bathroom.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the adapted bathroom door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the bathroom are 200cm x 350cm (6ft 6in x 11ft 5in).
The bathroom has a non slip floor.
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the bathroom.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
There is not a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
Position of fixtures in adapted bathroom
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 44cm (1ft 5in).
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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is 86cm (2ft 9in) high.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 130cm (4ft 3in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is a flush on the transfer side.
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on the left.
There are mirrors in the adapted bathroom.
Mirrors are not placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
Bath and Shower
There is not a bath.
Wheel In Shower
There is a wheel in shower.
The shower head height is adjustable.
The shower control type is twist/turn.
The shower seat is flip down.
The flip down or fixed seat height is 54cm (1ft 9in).
There are handrails available.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted bathroom
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is good.
The contrast between the grab rails and wall is good.
Lighting levels are medium.
There is an identical adapted bathroom for female patients.
Accessible Toilet
There are accessible toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to accessible toilets
The toilet is not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is Braille signage on or near the toilet door.
There is tactile signage on or near the toilet door.
There is pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 7m (22ft 11in) from the unit entrance.
The accessible toilet is located to the right as you enter the unit.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 86cm (2ft 9in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 140cm x 200cm (4ft 7in x 6ft 6in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the accessible toilet.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 75cm (2ft 5in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is lever.
There is a mixer tap.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
It is not a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is a coat hook.
The coat hook is not within 120cm (3ft 11in) from floor level.
Position of fixtures in accessible toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
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 not higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
There are mirrors in the accessible toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 45cm (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.
The towel dispenser is 110cm (3ft 7in) high.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder can be reached from seated on the toilet.
There is a sink.
The sink can be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 75cm (2ft 5in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible toilets
The contrast between the internal door and wall is good.
The contrast between the external door and wall is good.
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 good.
Lighting levels are bright.
An identical adapted toilet is available at the rear of the unit, next to the Recovery Bay.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Unisex Toilets
The unisex toilet is located to the right as you enter the unit.
The unisex toilets are 6m (19ft 8in) from the unit entrance.
Inside the venue, there is level access to the unisex toilet.
Lighting levels are bright.
Baby Change Facilities
Baby change facilities are not located within the venue.
Additional Information
Disability awareness training is available for staff.
The most commonly used documents can be produced in different formats on request.
Different formats may include Braille, large print, different languages, voice recognition CD and audio.
Staff will be happy to arrange for a British Sign Language communicator to be available. Please contact the clinic / service within a reasonable amount of time prior to your appointment to request this.
Thebigword Interpreting Service provides interpreters for people receiving care from Nottingham University Hospitals.
An interpreter can be booked either via hospital staff or by calling the agency direct on 0870 748 8000.
Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu are the core languages covered.
Also covered are :
Bengali, Polish, Kurdish, Chinese, Farsi, Arabic, Turkish and Gujarati along with Mirpuri and Sylheti dialects.
In core languages the Agency guarantees an interpreter within two hours.
Other languages are also offered - please contact the Agency for advice.
The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) can provide advice and support for accessing these services.
They can be contacted on 0800 052 1195 or by visiting the office in the South Corridor.
Registered assistance dogs are generally welcomed in all areas although departments with high risk from infection, such as intensive care units, should be contacted in advance.
Switchboard staff are Type Talk aware.
A textphone is available in the Outpatients Department.
Help with luggage is available for inpatients.
The mobility aids available in the hospital include mobile hoists, wheelchairs, motorised wheelchairs, tri wheel walkers, shower chairs, bath hoists, commodes, walking sticks, walking frames, hoist slings, adjustable beds and crutches.
There is no charge for mobility aids.
To obtain mobility aids please contact a nurse/doctor.
There is not a mobility scooter charging point at the hospital.
Portable hearing loop systems are not available at the hospital.
Children are generally welcomed in most departments but should be accompanied by an adult.
