Building regulations - proposals to require provision of 'Changing places toilets' in certain types of new buildings

Scottish Government, 2019
Building regulations - proposals to require provision of 'Changing places toilets' in certain types of new buildings Download document

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Abstract

Explains the current requirements for sanitary facilities held in the non-domestic technical handbook. Some guidance is given for changing places toilets, but this consultation explores the options to go further. This EQIA suggests the proposed changes positively seek to enhance building facilities for wider use by building users, with no discernible negative impacts identified.

History

Equality impact assessment - results to accompany: Changing places toilets - building standards consultation (Scottish Government, 2019). Consultation closed: 13 May 2019.

Subjects

  • Strategic planning
  • WCs and urinals
  • Legal issues and management
  • Special subject areas
  • Urban planning
  • Building control
  • Building control, Scotland
  • Planning and development
  • Fittings and equipment
  • Health and safety
  • Sanitary/hygiene/cleaning fittings
  • Provision for disabled people

Publisher History

The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. It is responsible for most of the issues of day-to-day concern to the people of Scotland, including health, education, justice, rural affairs, and transport. Previously known as the Scottish Executive.

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