ToiletsProvide sufficient suitable, readily accessible toilets. Prefer flushing units where possible. Agree the actual number, use, cleaning, emptying, toilet paper and sanitary waste arrangements.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
Washing facilitiesWashing facilities belong beside toilets and near required changing rooms. They must include clean hot and cold, or warm, water, with running water so far as reasonably practicable, cleaning products and a way to dry. Provide showers where the work or health risks require them.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
ShowersProvide suitable showers where the nature of the work or health risks require them. Assess contamination, washing procedures, hot or warm water, drainage, privacy and any specialist decontamination needs.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
Privacy and shared facilitiesShared toilets must each be in a room that locks from inside, separate from any urinals. Hand, forearm and face washing can be shared; showers need separate provision or a lockable room for one person at a time.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
Changing and clothing storageChanging rooms are required where workers need special work clothing and cannot reasonably change elsewhere for health or propriety reasons. Provide seats, separate rooms or separate use by men and women where needed, and drying facilities where necessary. Provide secure storage for clothing and personal effects where needed.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
Eating and restProvide accessible rest rooms or areas with enough tables and seats with backs for simultaneous users, arrangements to prepare and eat meals, and a way to boil water. Maintain an appropriate temperature. Provide for pregnant or nursing workers to rest lying down where necessary.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
Drinking waterAn adequate supply of wholesome drinking water must be readily accessible. Mark drinking supplies where health or safety requires it. Provide suitable drinking vessels unless people can drink easily from a water jet.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
Layout and accessPosition facilities so workers can reach them readily throughout their working hours. Include remote work areas, safe pedestrian routes, servicing access and replacement provision during relocation.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
HeatingMaintain an appropriate temperature in rest areas. Specify suitable heating and safe installation, including any risks from fuel-burning equipment.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
VentilationProvide sufficient ventilation for washing rooms and suitable ventilation for toilets and occupied welfare areas. Keep heaters, air inlets and vents maintained and unobstructed.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
Lighting and servicingProvide lighting for toilets, washing areas and access. Assign checks, cleaning, consumable replenishment and fault response before use; increase service frequency where conditions require it.CDM 2015, Schedule 2 ; NI: CDM 2016, Schedule 3
This checklist does not calculate a statutory quantity of equipment or certify compliance. Assess suitable welfare for the workforce from the start and throughout the work. Use CDM 2015 in Great Britain and CDM 2016 in Northern Ireland; confirm facilities, capacities, servicing and siting with the project team.