A choice of shower layout combined with the correct locations of shower controls and fittings will allow disabled people to use the facilities independently or to be assisted when necessary. In buildings where changing facilities are associated with showering facilities many disabled people will be content to use changing and shower areas that are open but provided with subdivisions, whilst others will require the privacy offered by self contained cubicles. These cubicles must take into account manoeuvrability and room for assistance.

Where showers are provided in commercial premises for the benefit of staff, at least one wheelchair accessible shower compartment should be provided. 
Other considerations are:

If showering facilities are provided then at least one should suite wheelchair users, a shower curtain or similar which encloses the seat and the rails when they are in a horizontal  position must be operated from the shower seat

A shelf positioned to be reachable from either the shower seat or wheelchair for storage of toiletries must be included

Artificial limb lockers should be provided to all changing and showering areas

Drop down support rails and a wall mounted slip resistant tip-up seat must be provided

An emergency assistance pull cord/alarm system must be installed which is easily located and identifiable and within easy reach from the wall mounted tip-up seat or from the floor

For guidance on minimum overall dimensions and arrangements of equipment and controls please see below diagram (an example of changing room layout for individual use)

All shower terminal fittings must be compliant with the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999 and the markings on the shower control are logical and clearly marked. For wheelchair users shower controls must be positioned between 750 and 1000mm above the floor

Floors within showering areas should be self draining and slip resistant.