Abstract:

Objective To explore the problems of accessibility in the construction of hospital.Methods From March to October, 2018, according to the limits and classifications of environmental factors proposed by International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF), ten accessible facilities (entrance, routes and doors, handrails, stairs and steps, elevators, tactile indicator, parking lots, toilets, low-height service facilities and sign indentification system) were evaluated in 30 hospitals in Guangzhou, China. The limit value was judged by "obstacle". Each environmental factor was assessed according to five levels, the score ranged from 0 as barrier-free to four as complete obstacle.Results The average barrier score of tertiary hospitals was 1.48, which was between mild and moderate obstacles; the average barrier score of secondary hospitals was 2.32, which was between moderate and severe obstacles, tending to moderate obstacles; the average barrier score of primary hospitals was 2.66, which was between moderate and severe obstacles, tending to severe obstacle.Conclusion The accessibility of hospitals at all levels should be improved.

Key words: accessibility, hospital, design