Dignity in Design
Specifying adult changing stations in a dedicated restroom
Sponsored by Koala Kare Products
This course introduces and equips design professionals to specify and include adult-size changing stations, which provide a cornerstone to the modern universal restroom. Adult-size changing stations are codified under the 2024 International Code Council’s® (ICC) International Building Code (IBC) 1110.4, which requires adult changing stations in certain public restrooms.
Topics covered within this course include what an adult-size changing station is and who it is for, the elements of a universal or family-assisted restroom, and components within the restroom. Design considerations, such as space, layout, compliance, and ADA requirements are also discussed. Buildings and facilities that need dedicated, universal restrooms are also considered.
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Providing adult changing stations in public buildings increases inclusion and safety for everyone.
Koala Kare is the world’s most recognized brand of baby changing stations, commercial childcare products, and adult changing stations, trusted by public and private facilities worldwide. For almost four decades, we have delivered industry-leading design and expertly engineered products that help businesses and operators of public establishments create inclusive environments that support caregivers, families, and individuals of all abilities.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Define what a height-adjustable, adult-size changing station is and identify the populations who benefit from its use.
- Explain how adult changing stations improve inclusivity and accessibility in public buildings and support dignity through design.
- Identify the primary components of an adult-size changing station and describe the inclusive features of a restroom designed to accommodate it.
- Analyze design considerations for these dedicated restrooms, including space, layout, structural, and other compliance criteria.
