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Disabled Access Guide for Central West London Community & Specialist Dental Service - GP Practice
St Georges House
82 Vincent Square
London
SW1P 2PF
Tel: 020 8746 5704
Fax: 020 8746 5703
Web: http://www.westminster-pct.nhs.uk
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Introduction
The GP Practice is situated on the ground floor of building.
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated within the centre of the city.
This venue is situated in London.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is Victoria.
There is a bus stop within 150m (164yds) of the venue.
The nearest underground station is Victoria.
Parking
This venue does not have its own car park.
There is not a car park for public use within 200m (approx).
On street marked Blue Badge bays are available.
The dimensions of the on street marked Blue Badge parking bays are 5.4m x 2m (17ft 8in x 6ft 6in).
On street Blue Badge parking is located in Vincent Square.
Clearly signed and/or standard on street marked bays are available.
The dimensions of the standard marked parking bays are 5.4m x 2m (17ft 8in x 6ft 6in).
Standard marked parking bays are located in Vincent Square.
There is not a designated drop off point.
Outside Access (Main Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located in Elverton Street.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 152cm (4ft 11in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 152cm (4ft 11in) 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 to the left as you face 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.
The width of the ramp or slope is 114cm (3ft 8in).
There are steps to access this area/service.
The steps are located in front of the entrance.
There are 3 steps to the area/service.
The lighting levels at the steps are bright.
The steps are not clearly marked.
The steps are medium.
The steps do have handrails.
The handrails are on both sides.
Outside Access (Side Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located in Elverton Street.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are single width.
The doors are permanently held open.
The door opening is 114cm (3ft 8in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open towards you (pull).
The doors are single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 75cm (2ft 5in) wide.
This entrance gives direct access to the GP Practice entrance.
Level Change (Side Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located immediately beyond 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.
The width of the ramp or slope is 114cm (3ft 8in).
Outside Access (GP Practice Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located in the ground floor corridor.
There is 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 78cm (2ft 6in) wide.
Reception (GP Practice)
The desk is 4m (13ft 1in) from the entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk does not have a lowered section.
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 play background music.
Music is played in some parts of the venue.
The lighting levels are bright.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Customers cannot charge scooters or wheelchairs at 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 7m (22ft 11in) from the entrance.
There is level access into the waiting room / area.
There are not doors into the waiting room / area.
The type of flooring is carpet.
There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
All chairs are permanently fixed.
No tables are permanently fixed.
No chairs have armrests.
Announcements are in person.
Information in other languages and formats is not available on request.
Lighting levels are bright.
The room does not have background music playing.
There is no television.
There is not space for an assistance dog to rest.
There are no vending machines.
There is no children's play area.
Consultation / Treatment Room
There are 4 consultation / treatment rooms available.
The room surveyed was the Nurses Treatment Room.
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 single width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 77cm (2ft 6in) 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 a chair.
The chair is not adjustable.
All chairs have armrests.
No chairs are permanently fixed.
A hoist is not available.
Lighting levels are bright.
The room does not have background music playing.
A flashing alarm is not available.
A vibrating alarm is not available.
Adapted Toilet (GP Practice)
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 no additional signage on or near the toilet door.
The adapted toilet is 2m (6ft 6in) from the GP Practice entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the GP Practice.
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 inwards.
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 145cm x 250cm (4ft 9in x 8ft 2in).
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the adapted toilet.
There is not a lateral transfer space.
The tap type is lever.
There is not a mixer tap.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is out of reach (higher than 10cm (4in) from floor).
Disposal facilities are 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 right.
There is not a shelf within the adapted toilet.
There are mirrors in the adapted 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 42cm (1ft 4in).
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 118cm (3ft 10in) 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 cannot be reached from seated on the toilet.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 85cm (2ft 9in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted 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 poor.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
Lighting levels are bright.
Standard Toilet
Availability and Location of Standard Toilets
Standard toilets are available.
Access to Standard Unisex Toilets
The unisex toilet is located in the main part of the building.
The unisex toilets are 5m (16ft 4in) from the main 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
Staff do not receive disability awareness training.
Documents can be requested in Braille.
Documents can be requested in large print.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
A member of staff trained in BSL skills is not generally on duty.
This service can be requested.
Staff are Text Relay aware.
Children are welcomed at the venue.
