Close Coupled Doc M Toilets

Close-coupled doc M disabled toilet packs

DDA, Document M of the building regulations (Doc-M), sets out the products required for disabled users to comfortably use toilet facilities.

When installed to the correct layout dimensions, disabled users will be able to transfer themselves from the wheelchair to the toilet and back again with the support of grab rails, and will also be able to access the sink to wash their hands. 

In addition, our range of Doc M disabled toilet packs is WRAS compliant and suitable for use in all UK buildings. Available to order online at trade prices, we also offer fast delivery to anywhere within the UK. Simply call us to confirm the lead time of your chosen Doc-M pack.

Choose from leading manufacturers including Armitage Shanks, Twyford, Fitzroy of London (formerly NYMAS) and others. Commercial Washrooms is the UK’s leading online supplier of Disabled Toilets and Shower Packs.   

Looking for a product that you can’t see on our website? Please email or call, and we’ll see if we can help you find what you need.     

Disabled close-coupled toilet FAQs

What is a close-coupled toilet?

Close-coupled disabled toilets have a cistern attached to the toilet bowl, so the toilet, pan and cistern are one unit. Pipework is concealed, giving the Doc M disabled toilet a more modern appearance. 

What size is a disabled toilet?

The recommended dimensions of a disabled toilet are a minimum of 2200 mm deep x 1500mm wide, so that there is sufficient space for wheelchair users. Find out more about the dimensions and requirements of a Doc M disabled toilet room here.

Are disabled toilets a legal requirement?

You should have facilities which provide equal access to toilets for disabled customers, staff and visitors. Document M (Doc M) of the UK building regulations states that wheelchair users must be able to access and use a building's washroom facilities comfortably.

Find out more about disabled toilet regulations in the UK. 

How to get a disabled toilet key

A disabled toilet key is referred to as a RADAR key. You can buy RADAR locks and keys here at Commercial Washrooms at competitive prices. 

Why are Doc-M disabled toilet facilities important?

It’s important for all buildings to provide equal access to washroom facilities under the Equality Act 2010; all individuals should be accommodated and feel comfortable. You should ensure that your business provides accessible Doc M disabled toilet facilities so that:

Users feel welcome and catered for in your building.
Your commercial washrooms are safe to use. Disabled Washroom Accessories, such as grab rails, provide support for those with disabilities and the elderly, so it’s easy for them to stand, sit, and manoeuvre.

It gives the elderly and those with disabilities more independence. 

What is included in a disabled close-coupled toilet pack? 

Here at Commercial Washrooms, we sell a range of disabled close-coupled toilet packs, so the equipment included in each pack may vary. Typically, a Doc M disabled toilet pack can include the following:

• A Close-Coupled Toilet Pan
• A Toilet Cistern
• Toilet Seats with Covers
• Grab Rails
• A Basin and Taps