CPD Training | Changing Places Toilets (Ireland)

Free CPD Sessions on Part M 2022 & Changing Places Compliance

Join our free Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training sessions focused on the latest Changing Places Toilet requirements under Ireland’s Building Regulations (Part M Amendment) Regulations 2022.

This one-hour session provides a clear, practical overview of the updated legislation, building standards, and required equipment for compliance — followed by a focused Q&A session with our specialists.

Why Attend?

The Building Regulations (Part M Amendment) Regulations 2022, which came into effect on 1 January 2024, introduced significant updates to accessibility requirements in Ireland.

The revised Part M (M4) now states:

“Where sanitary facilities are provided in a building, or in a building that is to be extended, adequate provision shall be made for people to access and use a Changing Places Toilet, having regard to the use and size of the building.”

The regulations:

  • Mandate the inclusion of Changing Places Toilets in certain building types
  • Introduce a formal definition of a Changing Places Toilet
  • Require sufficient space and equipment for individuals with varying abilities who may need assistance
  • Consider the building’s intended use and size when determining provision

The regulations apply to a newly defined category of “institutional buildings”, including:

  • Hospitals
  • Nursing homes
  • Residential care facilities
  • Schools
  • Facilities for the elderly or children
  • Buildings used for treatment, care, or support of people with illness, mental health conditions, or disabilities where individuals sleep on the premises

Property owners, government bodies, contractors, designers, architects, project managers, asset managers, and facilities managers must ensure compliance with these updated accessibility standards.

What the CPD Covers

Our CPD session provides:

  • An overview of the Part M Amendment Regulations 2022
  • Guidance on Technical Guidance Document M – Access and Use 2022 (TGD M 2022)
  • Detailed review of M4 requirements
  • Minimum space and layout standards
  • Required equipment specifications
  • Design considerations for compliance
  • Practical implementation guidance
  • A dedicated Q&A session with industry experts

The session is designed to give you the clarity and confidence needed to specify and deliver compliant Changing Places facilities.

Who Should Attend?

Primarily aimed at:

  • Architects
  • Contractors
  • Designers
  • Project Managers

Also highly relevant for:

  • Local Authorities
  • Government Departments
  • Healthcare providers
  • Procurement Managers
  • Surveyors
  • Asset & Facilities Managers

Session Details

Duration:
1 hour (including Q&A)

Format Options:

  • Face-to-face session (lunch provided).
  • Online webinar

Certification:
All attendees receive a CPD certificate, which can be credited towards professional CPD hours.

The Importance of Compliance

The primary aim of the 2022 Part M Regulations is to enhance accessibility and ensure that buildings are inclusive for people with varying abilities.

Non-compliance can result in:

  • Project delays
  • Redesign costs
  • Regulatory issues
  • Reputational risk

Early understanding of Changing Places requirements ensures smooth project delivery and full regulatory compliance.

Register Your Interest

To book your place on our free CPD session, please complete the registration form below. A member of our team will confirm your place and provide joining details.

Spaces are limited — early registration is recommended.