ACCOMMODATION FOR PUPILS WITH SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS IN PRIMARY & POST PRIMARY SCHOOLS

Addendum 1 19 September2013

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A ceiling/wall mounted track hoist system will not normally be provided unless specifically sanctioned in writing by the DoES prior to the pre-Stage 1 meeting. Where this has been agreed the supply and installation of the hoist will form part of the building contract. The structure must be capable of supporting the track system and a live load of 100kgs minimum. A power supply to facilitate battery charging of the lifting cassette/charger station must be provided at high level in a convenient location as part of the contract (whether or not the track hoist system is being provided). Concealed conduit drops for the changing bench and ceiling hoist should be coordinated to provide an economical and workable solution. The school authority will be responsible for entering into a maintenance contract on an annual basis or as specified by the supplier of the hoist and this shall be funded from within its own resources. EN-SUITE TOILETS - ADJUSTABLE CHANGING BENCH Where specific needs dictate, it may be necessary to fit an electronically height adjustable changing bench in the Assisted WC of the SEN accommodation. A changing bench system will not normally be provided unless specifically sanctioned in writing by the Department prior to the pre-Stage 1 meeting. Where this has been agreed the supply and installation of the changing bench will form part of the building contract. The typical size of the bench shall be 1600mm in length. The bench must be capable of folding up against the wall when not in use. A power supply must be provided in a convenient location as part of the contract (whether or not the changing bench is being provided). Concealed conduit drops for the changing bench and ceiling hoist should be coordinated to provide an economical and workable solution. The school authority will be responsible for entering into a maintenance contract on an annual basis or as specified by the supplier of the changing bench and this shall be funded from within its own resources. EN-SUITE TOILETS - IRONMONGERY Doors into the toilet areas should be capable of being locked shut as part of the master key system. Some pupils can have a fixation with water and staff will need the flexibility to close this area off should the need arise. EN-SUITE TOILETS - COMMODE Some pupils may require the use of a commode for their toileting needs. The design/location of the WC pan and cistern must facilitate the use of a commode and also allow 3 sided access in order to facilitate assisted use of the WC by a pupil and his/her carers.

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2.3.10
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2.3.11
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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND SKILLS

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PLANNING AND BUILDING UNIT