At Astor Bannerman, we are proud to collaborate with like-minded organisations that share our commitment to enhancing accessibility for all. One such collaboration is with CHS Healthcare, who recently installed a Changing Places facility in Melbourne Airport‘s Terminal 1, directly opposite the Qantas Lounge.
This facility, designed to offer greater comfort and dignity for passengers with complex disabilities, features our CTX2-CP Height Adjustable Changing Table – a key element in creating an inclusive and accessible environment.
Who are CHS Healthcare?
CHS Healthcare are a leading provider of accessible and inclusive bathroom solutions in Australia. Specialising in the design, installation, and maintenance of Changing Places facilities, CHS Healthcare works to ensure that public spaces, such as airports, railway stations, and shopping centres, are accessible to everyone.
Their expertise in creating environments that meet the needs of individuals with complex disabilities is unmatched, making them a trusted partner for organisations committed to accessibility.
The CTX2-CP Changing Table: A Vital Part of the Solution
The Changing Places facility at Melbourne Airport is designed to meet Australia’s Changing Places regulations, offering a fully accessible and safe environment for passengers with complex disabilities. Key features of the facility include:
- CTX2-CP Height Adjustable Changing Table: This table is built for multi-user environments, providing easy height adjustments and enhanced safety with an emergency stop button, ensuring both comfort and security.
- Ceiling Track Hoist: Designed for smooth and secure transfers, the hoist ensures that users with mobility challenges can be assisted safely.
- Shower Facilities: The shower area is fully equipped to provide a hygienic and comfortable space for users.
- Disabled Toilet: A spacious and accessible toilet that allows users to maintain dignity while meeting their personal needs.
By improving accessibility at key travel hubs like Melbourne Airport, this facility helps ensure that individuals with complex disabilities can enjoy a more seamless and dignified travel experience.
Accessible Travel In Australia
Accessible travel in Australia is gradually improving, with Changing Places facilities becoming a critical part of the effort to make public spaces, including airports, more inclusive. Australia has over 130 Changing Places across six states, including major international airports like Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Melbourne​
Melbourne Airport, for example, now has several Changing Places facilities across its domestic and international terminals, designed to provide enhanced accessibility for travelers with complex disabilities.Â
This initiative reflects a wider movement across Australia to ensure that public spaces meet the diverse needs of all travelers, improving their ability to travel with dignity and comfort.
Why This Collaboration Matters
The collaboration between Astor Bannerman and CHS Healthcare aligns with our shared commitment to accessibility and inclusion. By installing this Changing Places facility, we are helping to create public spaces that are usable by everyone, regardless of their mobility or medical needs. The installation at Melbourne Airport is a step toward more inclusive travel for passengers with complex disabilities.
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For more information on our CTX2-CP Changing Table or to discuss your own accessibility needs, please get in touch.
