Standard accessible toilet
Provides basic accessibility but normally lacks lifting equipment, an adult-sized changing bench and space for several assistants.
More than an accessible toilet
What is Changing Places?
A Changing Places toilet goes beyond a standard accessible toilet by providing space, lifting equipment and an adult-sized changing bench.
Changing Places
Provides enough space, lifting equipment, an adult-sized changing bench and clear information about access, operation and inspection.
The core elements
A complete facility must be planned as a whole. Equipment alone is not enough when space, location or operation does not work.
Lifting equipment
A ceiling hoist or another documented solution for safe transfers.
Adult-sized changing bench
A large, preferably height-adjustable bench for young people and adults.
Space for assistance
Manoeuvring space for a large wheelchair, the user and one or more assistants.
Reliable operation
Opening hours, access, alarm, cleaning and inspections must be predictable.