Shower - Patient

Standard Area4m²

Ceiling Height2700mm

Briefing

Description

The Shower - Patient provides an enclosed, lockable room with a shower, hand washing basin and changing area for use by patients (with or without assistance).

Hours of Operation

Up to 24 hours (dependent on unit operating hours)

Occupancy

1 patient; 1-2 staff assisting as required

Additional Considerations

~ Signage with tactile Braille nominating 'All Gender Patient Shower' required to room. ~ Emergency release door hardware should be installed to allow staff access in emergency situations. ~ The entrance to the room is to be flush with the adjoining floor for access in commode chairs/wheelchairs or with other assistive devices. ~ A shower curtain and track are noted as optional, and inclusion of the curtain and track, or track only (to support flexibility for future provision of curtains) is to be confirmed at project level to suit local work, health and safety (WHS), and IPC policies. Where curtains and tracks are provided, operational models for cleaning and maintenance must be considered. ~ Mobile duress coverage is to be assessed and planned at a department level and coverage is to suit local security and WHS policies and operational service requirements. ~ A power outlet to support grooming, such as shaving and drying hair, is shown as optional. Local policies around provision and maintenance of electrical outlets in wet areas are to be confirmed to inform inclusion of a power outlet within the ensuite. Where provided, the outlet is to be located to comply with Australian and New Zealand Standards regarding the minimum distance from any water sources (i.e. basin spout and shower).

Performance Requirements

HVAC

Ventilation (Exhaust)

Lighting

General

Electrical

Body Protected

Nurse Call

Buttons / Handset

Items

Code	Description	Qty	Priority	Category	Comment
AFDPR-001.01	DOOR PROTECTION: kickplate, to 300H	1	Standard	Internal - Door 1	[DWPR-001] to room side
AFDPR-006.01	DOOR PROTECTION: plate, to 900H	1	Standard	Internal - Door 1	[DWPR-005] to corridor side, extent dependent on movement of beds and mobile equipment in adjacent area; to be coordinated with corridor wall protection
DOHI-003.01	DOOR: hinged, 1 leaf, 900 clear opening, solid	1	Standard	Internal - Door 1	[DWSC-003] with privacy latch, emergency release required if inward opening door