The three types of accessible provision
| Facility | Who it is for | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelchair-accessible toilet | Wheelchair users | About 2200 × 1500mm, transfer space, drop-down rail, alarm, outward-opening door |
| Ambulant cubicle | People who can walk but need support | Wider cubicle, grab rails, outward-opening door |
| Enlarged cubicle | People who need more space, such as with a child or luggage | About 1200mm wide, in washrooms with four or more cubicles |
What goes in a Doc M pack
- Raised-height WC with a spatula flush lever on the transfer side
- Small basin within reach of the WC
- Drop-down hinged support rail
- Horizontal and vertical grab rails
- Colour contrast between rails and walls
Getting the details right
Colour contrast, door weight, the alarm reset position and the height of accessories are where accessible toilets most often fall short. We check them all at handover.
Written by the Washroom Cubicles technical team. We design and install commercial washrooms across England, Scotland and Wales. Last reviewed 8 October 2026. Regulations change, so confirm requirements for your project with your building control body.