British Geriatrics Society

British Geriatrics Society
Dignity
Behind Closed Doors
(Aug 2006)

The Lay Person's Tool to perform an environmental audit of the toilets in a care setting

1. Where is the toilet located?
2. Are there steps?		Yes	No
3. Is this toilet designated for?	Male	Female	Unisex
4. Is this toilet a shower toilet?		Yes	No
5. Is the doorway wide enough for a wheeled chair / a hoist?		Yes	No
6. Can the door be opened and shut easily?		Yes	No
7. Can the door be locked?		Yes	No
8. Is the toilet paper within easy reach?		Yes	No
9. Is the flush system easy to activate?		Yes	No
10. Is the wash basin in the same room?		Yes	No
11. Is the soap dispenser within easy reach?		Yes	No
12. Is the hand dryer or towels within easy reach?		Yes	No
13. Are there any hazards? (List below)		Yes	No
14. Does the cleanliness meet acceptable standards		Yes	No
15. Is assistive equipment available e.g. rails?		Yes	No
16. Is the height of toilet suitable?		Yes	No
17. Are there unpleasant odours?		Yes	No
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