Flushing control – patients with frail or infirm hands

When determining whether the WC fittings in healthcare facilities are suitable ‘for operation by patients with frail or infirm hands’, the assessor should be satisfied that this requirement has been met, as it will be product type dependent. If unclear to the assessor, evidence obtained from the relevant manufacturer confirming that their product is specifically designed, and has been tested and approved, for this purpose would be acceptable.

16/04/2018 Rewritten for clarity