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| Accessibility Audit Checklist Washrooms |
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| One accessible toilet stall shall be provided in each the men’s and women’s washrooms, or, a separate accessible washroom dedicated to people with disabilities. Family-style washrooms are becoming more popular. These are designed as separate washrooms and provide more space and privacy if an attendant or family member is required to assist a person with a disability. In keeping with principles of Universal Design, family washrooms are also beneficial to people traveling with small children. Signage should indicate that there are accessible stalls, and/or point the direction of the nearest accessible washroom. Doorways into washroom facilities must be a minimum of 810 mm wide (measured when the door is in the 90° open position. Although, it is preferred that the design of the washroom creates an entryway free of a door that must be opened. If this is not possible, doors should have automated door openers, or at least D-Shaped handles. There should be a smooth transition between the outside and inside floor surfaces and sufficient floor space on either side of the door to allow a person to position his or her wheelchair to open the door. Accessible toilet stalls Accessible toilet stalls should have a floor space that measures 1500 mm long by 1600 mm wide, with a minimum transfer space of 900 mm on one side of the toilet. Doors should open outward and measure a minimum of 810 mm in width. They should have D-shape door handles on the inside and outside of the stall door and mounted between 800 mm and 1000 mm in height from the floor. The door should self-close (return to the closed position). The lock mechanism should be a sliding latch style and mounted between 800 mm and 1000 mm in height from the floor. Round door locks require a twisting or turning action to activate; this could be difficult or even painful for some types of disabilities. The toilet should be mounted so that its seat ranges from 400 mm to 460 mm from the floor. The flush control should either be automatic, or lever style mounted on the side of the toilet that has the most space (transfer side). The color of the flush control should contrast its surroundings. If the toilet does not have a toilet tank, then a toilet seat should be provided to allow a person who may have a balance disorder rest upon the back of the toilet. Two grab bars should be provided. One grab bar mounted at the back of the toilet should be between 750 mm and 850 mm from the floor. The grab bar at the side of the toilet should be mounted on the horizontal. It should be mounted no further than 300 mm from the back wall and should extend at least 450 mm in front of the toilet seat. A vertical grab bar may also be added, or an "L" shaped grab bar is acceptable. Contrary to popular mounting methods (and recommended by the Ontario Building Code), grab bars mounted on an angle are not desirable -- there is an increased chance a person could slip or lose their hand grip on a bar that is on an angle. Toilet tissue dispensers should be single or double rolls, and not encased in a plastic or metal housing. Toilet tissue dispensers should be mounted equal with the front edge of the toilet seat and between 600 mm and 700 mm from the floor. Urinals Urinals shall be mounted so the lower lip is a maximum of 430 mm from the floor. There should be two grab bars (600 mm in length) mounted on each side of the urinal, approximately 380 mm from the centre line and a minimum of 600 mm from the floor. The flush control should be automatic or lever style. Lavatories Lavatories shall be mounted with the maximum height (sink or counter) of 810 mm to 860 mm from the floor. There should be clear knee space below the vanity of at least 680 mm. Drain pipes must be mounted at the back wall or be insulated to prevent burns. Faucets should be automated, or single handle lever-style. Soap and paper towel dispensers should be mounted no higher than 1100 mm from the floor. They should be operable by one hand. Mirror should be mounted flush on the wall and no higher than 1100 mm from the floor. Again, contrary to popular mounting methods, mirrors should not be placed at an angle. |
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| Dimensions quoted on this page are primarily found in the Canadian Standard Associations' Accessible Design for the Built Environment. You can purchase a complete guide from CSA. |