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| There is
at least one toilet for every 20 pupils (one toilet for every
10 pupils for under-fives and in special schools) |
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| Toilets are conveniently
located throughout the school site |
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| Toilets are open throughout
the day |
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| Pupils are allowed to
go to the toilet when they need to |
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| Doors & partitions
maintain user privacy: ideally reach ceiling height; gap at
floor minimised or omitted; no gaps between doors & hinges
when closed |
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| Cubicles and urinals
cannot be viewed from the entrance door |
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| If used, there are at
least an equal ratio of cubicles to urinals in boys’ toilets |
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| Urinals are individually
partitioned for privacy |
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| Toilet paper is soft
and absorbent |
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| Locks are simple single
action and spares are held by the school |
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| Effective key system
for locks in case of emergencies |
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| The toilet cubicles provide
sufficient aural privacy for users |
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| Walls and tiles are in
good condition, no flaking or cracks, and easy to clean |
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| Floor is in good condition,
slip resistant and easy to clean |
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| Push-button taps allow
enough time to wash hands properly |
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| If used, liquid soap
dispensers are shared between a maximum of two basins |
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| If used, bars of soap
are provided for each basin |
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| There are sufficient
mirrors |
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| The following are in
good condition and pupils are able to use/reach easily: |
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- Toilet chains or flush handles/buttons
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- Toilet paper on holders (easily
reached from toilet seat)
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- Soap dispensers/bars of soap
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| Designated unisex disabled
toilets or male/female cubicles for disabled users are available
and are not of a lower standard than other toilets. In addition: |
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- They are wheelchair accessible
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- They have appropriate equipment
for disabled users
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- They are fitted with emergency
help button or cord
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- Clinical waste system provided
for discreet disposal of materials/waste
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- There is adequate ventilation
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- The sink and taps are at an appropriate
height
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| Toilet blocks are deep
cleaned three times a year during school holidays |
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| Drinking water is not
sited in toilet areas |
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| Staff are aware of pupils
with special toileting needs and deal with these discreetly |
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| Pupils are encouraged
to draw up a code of behaviour for the toilets and to communicate
it to other pupils |
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| Toilet management policy
written and approved by school governors and pupils and reviewed
yearly |
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| Toilet management policy
communicated to all pupils, parents/carers and staff |
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| Toilet management issues
are regularly included in all appropriate school council, staff
and governor meetings |
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