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Disabled Access Guide for Gervis Pearson Ward
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
City Hospital Campus
Hucknall Road
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Tel: 0115 969 1169 ext 57086
Fax: 0115 962 7772
Textphone: 0800 183 0204
Email: nuhcommunications@nuh.nhs.uk
Web: http://www.nuh.nhs.uk
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Introduction
Gervis Pearson Ward is located on the South Corridor.
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 (South Entrance)
This venue does have its own car park.
Parking is not free for all users.
Parking is free for Blue Badge holders.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
Parking spaces for Blue Badge holders do not need to be booked in advance.
There are 2 designated parking bay(s) within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 3.35m x 4.55m (10ft 11in x 14ft 11in).
The nearest designated bay is 56m (61yd) from the south entrance.
The furthest designated bay is 60m (65yd) from the south entrance.
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 car park surface is block paving.
There is a dropped kerb/non stepped access from the car park to the venue.
The dropped kerb does have tactile paving.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
There is a designated drop off point.
The drop off point is located in front of the south entrance.
There is a dropped kerb from the drop off point.
There is not tactile paving on the dropped kerb.
Outside Access (South Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on South Road.
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 168cm (5ft 6in) wide.
There is a second set of doors.
The doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 164cm (5ft 4in) wide.
Level Change (South Entrance)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located immediately beyond the entrance and leading to the entrance.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
There is not a level landing at the top of the ramp.
Other Floors
The floors which are accessible by stairs are LG-G-1-2.
There are 15+ steps between floors.
The lighting level is medium.
The steps are clearly marked.
The steps are deep.
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 in the foyer area as you enter.
The lift is a standard lift.
The floors which are accessible by this lift are LG-G-1-2.
The lift is 15m (16yd) from the south entrance.
Staff do not need to be notified for use of the lift.
The dimensions of the lift are 1.48m x 2.6m (4ft 10in x 8ft 6in).
The clear door width is 128cm.
There are not separate entry and exit doors in the lift.
There is not 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 (Gervis Pearson Ward Entrance)
This information is for the entrance located on the South Corridor.
There is level access to the service.
Level access is via lift.
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 160cm (5ft 2in) wide.
Reception
The desk is 28m (30yd) from the ward entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is high.
The desk does not have a lowered section.
The desk is generally staffed.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is not a hearing assistance system.
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.
The type of flooring in walkways and corridors is vinyl.
Consultation / Treatment Room
There are 1 consultation / treatment rooms available.
The consultation / treatment room is 14m (15yd) from the ward 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 112cm (3ft 8in) wide.
The type of flooring is vinyl.
There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
There is not a bed/couch.
There is not a chair.
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
There are 3 bays available.
There are 6 side rooms available.
The area/room/bay surveyed was Room 6.
The area/room/bay is 36m (39yd) from the ward entrance.
There is level access to the ward.
There are doors into the bay / side room.
The main doors open away from you (push).
The doors are double width.
The doors are heavy.
The door opening is 130cm (4ft 3in) wide.
The type of flooring is vinyl.
There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
All beds are adjustable.
All beds have bedside storage.
Bedside services available are television, telephone, radio, internet and games.
All bedside services are chargeable.
The ward is male.
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 not for the sole use of disabled people.
There is pictorial signage on or near the adapted bathroom door.
The adapted bathroom is 32m (35yd) from the ward entrance.
The adapted bathroom is located to the rear of the ward.
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 inwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the adapted bathroom door is 114cm (3ft 8in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the bathroom are 345cm x 380cm (11ft 3in x 12ft 5in).
The bathroom has a non slip floor.
Floor manoeuvring space is clear in the bathroom.
There is not a functional emergency alarm available.
It is tied up and 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 bathroom
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 42cm (1ft 4in).
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder cannot 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 76cm (2ft 5in) high.
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is not a mixer tap.
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the left.
The lateral transfer space is 240cm (7ft 10in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not a flush on the transfer side.
Wall mounted rails are not available.
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 a bath.
The height of the side of the bath from floor level is 58cm (1ft 10in).
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is a mixer tap.
There is a shower over the bath.
The shower head height is adjustable.
The shower control type is lever.
There are not wall mounted handrails available.
Wheel In Shower
There is not a wheel in shower.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted bathroom
The contrast between the internal door and wall is poor.
The contrast between the walls and floor is fair.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
Lighting levels are bright.
Accessible Toilet (1)
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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 12m (13yd) from the ward entrance.
The accessible toilet is located on the left along the ward.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens inwards and outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 77cm (2ft 6in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 145cm x 245cm (4ft 9in x 8ft ).
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 92cm (3ft ).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is not a mixer tap.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
It is a push button style of alarm.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
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 higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
There are mirrors in the accessible 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 43cm (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 accessible 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 poor.
The contrast between the drop down rails and wall is poor.
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Accessible Toilet (2)
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 pictorial signage on or near the toilet door.
The accessible toilet is 17m (18yd) from the ward entrance.
The accessible toilet is located on the right along the ward.
There is level access to the accessible toilet.
Features and dimensions of accessible toilets
A key is not required for the accessible toilet.
The door opens by sliding.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The width of the accessible toilet door is 69cm (2ft 3in).
The door is heavy.
The dimensions of the accessible toilet are 130cm x 180cm (4ft 3in x 5ft 10in).
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 68cm (2ft 2in).
There is a dropdown rail on the transfer side.
There is not a flush on the transfer side.
The tap type is twist/turn.
There is not a mixer tap.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
It is 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 higher than 100cm (3ft 3in).
There are mirrors in the accessible 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 44cm (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 114cm (3ft 8in) 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 84cm (2ft 9in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in accessible 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 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 Bathroom
The standard bathroom is 7m (22ft 11in) from the ward entrance.
The standard bathroom is located on the left along the ward.
There is level access from an accessible entrance.
Lighting levels are bright.
The facilities available in the standard bathroom include a toilet, a bath with shower and a sink.
Standard Shower
Standard level access shower facilities are available.
The showers are located along the right of the ward.
There is level access to the services from the shower facilities.
The standard shower has a flip down seat.
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.
