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The importance of EOTF in workplaces and other properties

Designed to enhance the experience of commuters by providing convenient amenities, installing end-of-trip facilities (EOTF) in your workplace or commercial property can help them smoothly transition from their trip to their final destination. 

Whether it’s cycling to and from work or going on a walk during their lunch break, end-of-trip facilities are a great way to encourage your employees to adopt a more healthy and active lifestyle. Instead of commuting via cars or public transport, you’ll also be promoting environmental sustainability by reducing your overall carbon footprint.

With dedicated bike parking and storage, you’ll also be able to minimise traffic congestion while maximising your designated car parking spaces.

What are end-of-trip facilities?

End-of-trip facilities, also commonly referred to as EOTF, are designated amenities provided at the end of a journey, typically in the context of centralised locations such as offices, commercial buildings, public transport hubs and other public areas. 

These facilities are designed to provide people who cycle, jog or walk with convenient amenities for their personal needs before or after their journey.

While it may vary depending on the needs of each workplace and its commuters, EOTF often includes onsite facilities such as:

• Bike parking or storage
• Locker facilities
• Showers and changing amenities

Other EOTF can include restrooms, grooming amenities, seating and relaxation areas, drinking taps and refreshments, as well as accessibility features to accommodate those with disabilities.

Benefits of EOTF

EOTF offers a diverse range of benefits for commuters, the environment and the wider community. 

These benefits can include:

• Encouraging an active and sustainable means of transportation to reduce your carbon footprint
• Enhancing your employees’ health and well-being, as well as boosting their workplace satisfaction and productivity levels
• Reducing traffic congestion and parking demand, both on-site and on the road
• Promoting your company’s corporate social responsibility values 
• Improving accessibility and inclusivity for individuals with disabilities or mobility challenges
• Achieving smart urban planning and sustainability goals to counteract rising population numbers

What are the essential components of EOTF?

Typically found in workplaces, transportation hubs, and other public areas, some essential end-of-trip facilities may include:

• Bicycle parking facilities
• Secure and covered bike storage racks
• Showers and changing rooms
• Lockers and personal storage facilities
• Laundry services
• Shoe drying racks
• Water dispensers and refreshments
• Seating and relaxation areas
• Repair stations and maintenance facilities
• Onsite bike rentals or share schemes
• Charging ports for electronic devices
• CCTV surveillance and security measures 
• Accessibility features

These facilities tend to vary depending on the location and purpose of the shared facility.

End of trip facilities design considerations

Optimised space utilisation

Often accommodating multiple amenities such as bike racks , showers, changing rooms, lockers and other facilities, you’ll want to ensure adequate space planning and layout design. This will help to keep the facilities user-friendly while promoting optimal circulation.

Accessible and convenient location

Your EOTF should be easily accessed and used by all commuters, including individuals who may have disabilities or mobility challenges. Ensuring your compliance with Australian standards and non-discriminatory guidelines, accessible features can include ramps, wide doorways, grab bars, and designated disabled parking spaces. 

Enhanced security and surveillance systems

Accessible to members of the public, your end-of-trip facilities should incorporate appropriate security measures to protect commuters and their belongings. Security measures such as CCTV surveillance and access control systems are essential for deterring theft and vandalism.

Appropriate lighting and ventilation

In a shared space, appropriate lighting and ventilation are crucial to creating a safe and comfortable environment. Adequate ventilation helps to minimise unwanted odours and humidity, while proper lighting ensures safe navigation and access which can prevent the risk of slips, trips and falls. 

Sustainable features

Complementing your workplace’s environmental goals, you can also incorporate sustainable design features such as green roofs or walls, rainwater harvesting, and energy-efficient lighting.

Aesthetic integration with building design

To create positive impressions and boost overall satisfaction, your end-of-trip facilities should be visually appealing and well-designed so they seamlessly complement your building’s overall design and aesthetics. 

Working closely with your architects and builders to maximise functionality and aesthetics, your end-of-trip facilities should also adhere to Australian standards, building codes, and all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure your complete compliance.

Challenges and solutions when planning EOTF

As with any project, you may need to proactively address and overcome potential challenges when planning and implementing your end-of-trip facilities.

Some common challenges may include:

• Insufficient space 
• Budget constraints
• Integration with existing building and facilities
• Coordination of stakeholders and local authorities
• Maintenance and sustainability 

Aside from obtaining local approvals, your EOTF should also adhere to all applicable Australian standards and guidelines. For example, when planning your bike parking and storage facilities, the AS2890.3 (2015) standard provides a set of minimum requirements for the layout, design and security of bicycle parking facilities. It also states the requirements and criteria for selecting compliant bicycle parking solutions.

Learn more about how you can incorporate compliant and safe bike parking features as part of your EOT facilities.

Examples of successful EOTF implementation

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Supplying and installing bike racks for 329 bike spaces as part of their EOTF solution, Classic will be commencing work on this project in May.

To ensure complete compliance with Australian Standards, we will be installing a combination of bike rack types including horizontal and vertical wall mounts , multi-level, and hoop bike racks.

Other Classic projects that required an effective, functional and compliant solution for bike parking facilities

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Supporting sustainable urban development, end-of-trip facilities are only just the beginning

Aligned with your company’s values, prioritising your employees’ health and well-being can help with boosting their productivity and motivation levels, which in turn can improve your bottom line. End-of-trip facilities can also increase your property’s value and marketability, maximising your long-term investment.

On a wider community and environmental level, end-of-trip facilities promote sustainable, environmentally-friendly transportation while ensuring equal access opportunities for individuals of all abilities.

Depending on your project’s scope, Classic Architectural Group can assist with your complete floor and stair safety requirements, from stair nosings to tactile indicators , entrance matting and more. We also have expansive commercial bike racks for your EOTF and car park safety needs.

All of our access and safety solutions can be customised and architecturally designed to meet your project’s aesthetic and functional goals. 

To explore our full range of bicycle racks and storage solutions, please get in touch with our friendly team of experts by calling 1300 244 377 today.

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Cameron & Co expertly transforms a Brisbane office tower’s subterranean parking lot into a spiffy wellness zone to promote workday exercise.

Over the past few years, employee health and well-being have become firmly established as leading design considerations for workspaces. Human-focused and biophilic elements, including access to sunlight as well as patterns and shapes that mimic those found in nature, are now a common sight in offices. Add to that a growing trend in Australia that sees EOT (end-of-trip) facilities — shared bathroom spaces that encourage and support employees who bike, walk or jog to work in the mornings and those who get physical on their lunch break — popping up in office buildings big and small.

Case in point: As part of a recent office-tower lobby and café redesign in Brisbane, Stephen Cameron, principal at local architecture firm Cameron & Co , reassigned a portion of the underground parking lot to a 700-square-metre employee-devoted functional area that adroitly blends the raw with the refined.

Upon entering — via either a dedicated street entrance or the car-park elevator lobby — those looking to freshen up are greeted by a lounge area clad in spotted gum (an Australian hardwood) and equipped with brass-lined shelving offering fresh towels. A living wall adds greenery and softens the transition into the low-ceilinged basement. Overhead beams and service pipes were left exposed to exaggerate its height and painted olive green to lend visual texture. As the existing concrete floor was too uneven to be workable, Cameron topped it with a self-levelling Ardex compound that closely matches the concrete in colour and texture. 

The architect then introduced a number of durable yet beautiful materials throughout the purposefully high-traffic zone, which is divided into separate male and female shower and change rooms (each able to handle up to 13 people at a time), a universally accessible bathroom and a locker room.

Inax Ceravio G ceramic tiles (a series of flat linear ceramic tiles with varied profiles) cover walls, shower stalls and the vanity in the women’s bathroom; a durable laminate that mimics the lounge’s natural hardwood fronts the lockers and Corian’s terrazzo-look Everest surfacing makes up countertops and the bench seating in the locker room. Matte black fixtures, brass accents (including sconces by Melbourne’s Dowel Jones repurposed as unexpectedly elegant ceiling lights) and frosted-glass mirrors inject polish to the subterranean space.

“Combining rough and raw structural elements with exotic and refined details is a signature approach of ours,” says Cameron. “We love the brutal honesty of an exposed structure combined with the delicacy and beauty of highly crafted items.” Here, that trademark move has resulted in a linger-worthy destination that any employee would be happy to see each morning. 

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End-of-trip facilities: Add value to your building and meet your compliance requirements

Creating a welcoming and functional space to boost active travel in your office or commercial building can be an attractive addition for prospective tenants.

Installing end-of-trip facilities used to be viewed as a luxury but is now a requirement under the Queensland Development Code for all new major developments and those undergoing significant renovations. They are also an important value-add for property owners in a competitive market for tenants.

These amenities can be a challenge to design but, done right, can be a space that serves as a significant drawcard for potential tenants and a highlight for their employees.

What are end-of-trip facilities?

End-of-trip facilities are designed to support employees who actively travel to work, ride a bike, walk or jog, and exercise during their lunch break.

They are typically housed in a building basement, including facilities for people to park bikes, secure equipment, shower, and change.

End-of-trip facilities are becoming an increasingly important addition for tenants in recognition that they can increase staff wellbeing and promote healthier lifestyles, as well as reduce demand for car parking.

Well-designed and welcoming end-of-trip facilities can also help to boost a company’s image and are often a selling point for organisations looking to attract and retain staff.

Why are end-of-trip facilities important?

End-of-trip facilities are a mandated requirement for all new major developments and major renovations to major developments in designated Queensland local government areas.

A new major development (commercial office building, shopping centre etc.) with a floor area greater than 2000m2 must include end-of-trip facilities that are easily accessible and located within the building or on-site within 100m of a main entrance.

Similarly, a major addition to a development that increases the floor area by 1000m2 must also provide end-of-trip facilities.

These amenities are also important for buildings seeking to improve their sustainability ratings.

Under the Green Building Council Australia’s Green Star buildings rating system, credits are awarded to buildings that facilitate a reduction in private car dependency.

Specifically, buildings can be awarded credits towards their Green Star rating if they have installed active transport facilities like secure bike parking, showers, changing amenities and lockers. 

These facilities must be deemed “appropriate to encourage their use over that of private vehicle use”.

What should be included in an end-of-trip facility?

End-of-trip facilities must be designed to support those who bike, walk to work, or exercise during lunch.

Accordingly, they must be easy to access and include facilities such as:

• bicycle storage
• changing areas
• ironing stations
• bench seating, and 
• access areas for circulation.

Wheelchair and ambulant-accessible toilets and showers are also a mandated requirement for new facilities, so they must be included whether you are building new or updating an end-of-trip facility.

Privacy and security are important factors to consider, along with the provision of drinking water.

Some facilities also include bicycle repair equipment such as foot pumps and tyre repair kits and courtesy equipment like hair dryers, irons and ironing boards, clothing hooks and mirrors.

What are the challenges in building end-of-trip facilities?

End-of-trip facilities are frequently located in the basements of buildings to allow ease of access.

This can present design challenges along with tricky approvals processes involving town planning, certification, and hydraulic and services designs.

Wheelchairs and accessible toilet and shower facilities also require careful planning and coordination to ensure they are compliant.

Further, should a building owner want to seek a Green Star rating of the facilities, the design needs to consider the specific assessment requirements.

Other design challenges when building end-of-trip facilities can include ensuring access is safe, convenient and appropriately signed.

As these facilities are often co-located with car parks, it’s crucial to ensure there is no hazard to pedestrians or interference with emergency access or loading bays.

Access routes must also ensure sufficient clearance for mounted bicycle riders and avoid steep ramps, drainage grates and other potential hazards.

Appropriate levels of surveillance and lighting are also important for security.

What are the best examples of end-of-trip facilities?

End-of-trip facilities can be an attractive addition for prospective tenants, especially when well-designed and outfitted.

Some of the best examples of end-of-trip facilities include:

• Dedicated towel services
• Vending machine for emergency bicycle repair parts
• A variety of bicycle storage facilities, including high rails and on-ground hoops
• Valet laundry services
• On-site bicycle repairs
• Electronic lockers
• Bathroom and grooming products
• Charging stations for electric bikes.

RAW Commercial Projects have designed and delivered a number of end-of-trip facilities, including 301 Coronation Drive, Fortitude Valley end-of-trip facilities , Rivergate Marina and 444 Logan Road .

Find out how our design and construct process can provide a seamless experience for planning and creating your end-of-trip facilities.

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How to design end of trip facilities with sustainability in mind

End of trip facilities are becoming an important part of modern office design, but CSM know that sustainability must go hand in hand with this development.

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December 1st, 2018

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Co-owned by Mirvac Group, 101 Miller St North Sydney needed an upgrade and like so many office projects today, end of trip facilities were an essential inclusion for the build. Ideas of sustainable design were key drivers for the building, taking a holistic approach to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

This iconic building now represents an award-winning retro-green design, capable of functioning for years to come while avoiding expensive excessive energy inputs or substantial demolition waste generation. 

The design, management and construction of 101 Miller Street’s new End of Trip amenities were entrusted to  Enfold.  The result is an outstanding contemporary facility for the end users of the building, with storage for over 170 bicycles, refurbished bathrooms, showers and nearby staff lockers – supplied by CSM Office Furniture Solutions and includes METRA  locking systems, a stylish and secure end of use service for employees.

Through touchscreen technology, employees can access the three areas of bike rack, and male and female changing areas, while the card readers have been locked to the individual’s own access card to ensure security. Locker reservations last throughout the day but automatically expire overnight, allowing for varied use reflecting the hot desk design of so many modern workplaces. CSM have always championed sustainability in their locker and design work. In acknowledgement of CSM complying with the Voluntary Environmental Declaration Standard for Furniture and Fittings,  GECA  has awarded CSM with the Good Environmental Choice Label.

This international best practice environmental declaration means that CSM products deliver better environmental outcomes – throughout their entire life cycle. This sets CSM apart as an established innovator in environmental standards.

”Following investigation and visits to the various end of trip facilities it became obvious that the simple convenience of using one building access card was not generally available,” says Ray Marsh of Mirvac” As simple as it sounds, one access card for all available building services from the car park, building entries, lifts and available for tenancies was a must.

“Tenants have the ability to reduce the number of tenancy and building services cards from three to one. CSM and METRA Australia listened to what we believed to be achievable and provided a system capable of providing exactly what we wanted to achieve. “

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End-of-trip Facilities : A Refreshing Trend

Interior images of Grosvenor Place End-of-Trip Facility kindly provided by Harry Seidler & Associates Architect: Harry Seidler & Associates Photographer: Dirk Meinecke

An emerging trend in new buildings and major refurbishments; end-of-trip facilities are typically identified as shower, bathroom and storage facilities for people using non-motorised methods of transport to and from work, such as bicycles.

Where once businesses and building owners would be focused on accommodating onsite car parking for their employees and tenants, today the trend is to encourage building users to use non-motorised forms of travel by providing end of trip facilities.

And increasingly, end of trip facilities are becoming more elaborate and comfortable – reminiscent of a health club or retreat rather than gymnasium change room. From a leasing perspective, these facilities have now become a significant draw card for blue chip tenants and some fitouts are superb.

For instance, a recently refurbished commercial office building in Melbourne has created a dedicated, hotel-like entrance to its end of trip facilities.

But it shouldn’t surprise. Not only are tenants demanding more sustainability initiatives in their workspaces, but bicycle parking and end of trip facilities also contribute sustainability credits towards a building’s GBCA Green Star rating making it a win-win for property owners.

At Grosvenor Place in Sydney’s CBD, a recently completed building refurbishment has included the addition of luxurious end of trip facilities that have been likened to a 6-star hotel.

Designed by Harry Seidler & Associates as part of a $20 million upgrade; tenants of the 1980s-built skyscraper have access to the marble-tiled ‘Camerino’ (Italian for dressing room) with individual shower cubicles and changing facilities.

Occupying a space of 800 square metres, this magnificent facility includes 30 shower rooms, 400 lockers and storage for 170 bicycles for those riding to and from work each day. It even includes a bike repair room.

Among its features are power outlets for device charging, ironing boards, and grooming stations with hairdryers and other personal appliances.

Automatic Heating is proud to have been involved in the project, from the concept design stage; where we assisted with product selection, specification and plantroom layout, through to completion and commissioning.

Domestic hot water to the facility is supplied by two 1000L Thermex stainless steel hot water storage tanks heated by two 150kW Meridian condensing hot water heaters.

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The Thermex tanks were chosen for their compact size and high capacity coils which enable maximum heat transfer and fast re-heat time. This ensures ample hot water supply even at the busiest times of the day.

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A key consideration that guided the use of Meridian Condensing Water Heaters in this project was that natural ventilation was impossible to achieve due to the plantroom serving the ‘Camerino’ being located in the basement and fully sealed.

Fortunately, the design of the Meridian provides for the connection of an air inlet duct which completely resolved the ventilation issue. In addition to this, in respect to the removal of combustion gases, the built-in burner fans were able to expel the exhaust gases through the flue without the use of any additional fans.

Want more information? Automatic Heating offers a free energy usage appraisal, technical advice and no-obligation consultations on system designs. Contact us at [email protected] or call 1800 337 959.

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What are they?

End of trip facilities include the provision of secure cycle storage racks, showers, changing facilities, lockers and drying space for clothes for use by staff and visitors to the building.  Although often characterised as cycling facilities, they may also used by those catching public transport, walking in or going for a lunchtime jog.  These are often installed in new buildings or following major refurbishment to meet planning and Green Star requirements. Modern office buildings are increasingly expected to have these facilities.

Advantages / Disadvantages

Reduces CO2 emissions associated with staff and visitor travel.

Increasingly demanded by staff and employers, particularly in city centre offices.

Requires a significant amount of space either at ground or basement level.

The provision of showers will increase the building’s water and energy consumption.

Resource savings Commuting by bicycle, on foot or on public transport  instead of by car reduces CO2 emissions and congestion.  Supporting staff who want to leave the car at home can be a useful demonstration of a company’s commitment to sustainability and staff engagement.

Supporting staff who want to go for exercise at lunchtime may also have beneficial impacts on productivity.

Running costs Showers will increase the building’s water and energy consumption.  The ventilation systems to end of trip facilities can also become a significant energy user if not designed and controlled well.

Retrofit / improvement opportunities Cycle racks are straightforward to retrofit providing there is sufficient space to accommodate them and to access them safely. Vertical and two-tier racking systems are available which are more space efficient. The installation of showers, lockers and changing facilities can  be limited by internal space constraints.

Applicable buildings Applicable to all buildings providing there is sufficient space to accommodate the facilities.

Maintenance implications Cycle racks require no maintenance apart from two-tier racking systems which are manually operated and need to be kept in working order.

Shower facilities will need to be maintained and changing areas / drying spaces cleaned frequently.

Identification Cycle racks come in a variety of forms and are normally either located externally or in ground floor or basement level common  parts.

Showers and changing facilities are typically provided close to  internal cycle racks but can be anywhere convenient within  the building.

Questions to ask

• How many cycle racks are present?
• How many showers are present in the building?
• Are they in a safe and secure location?
• How many lockers are available and is there a    drying space for clothes?

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Shaping a modern business lifestyle.

According to the latest Knight Frank Melbourne CBD Office Market Overview report, the recent record low vacancy rate caused by strong tenants’ demand and limited supply is expected to remain tight through the second half of 2019.

However, Melbourne is on the cusp of a new wave of development completions, with the city expected to account for the bulk of all new supply nationally over the coming years. The first wave of new stock is due to hit the market in 2020. It is anticipated that as tenants move into these new commercial developments that the resulting backfill space will cause an uplift in vacancy to more traditional levels.

As we see this surge of new development, we are also seeing the focus on lifestyle and wellness continue to drive commercial building owners to provide bigger and better facilities in their assets. This trend is predominantly driven by occupier demand, with pressure being put on businesses to supply increased levels of amenity for their staff.

With our love of active pursuits and desire to strike a healthy work-life balance, many Australians have come to rely on End of Trip facilities at their workplace. These facilities are now expected to be provided in most office buildings around the world, offering changing rooms, towel service, showers, lockers and secure bike parking for the building users who not only cycle, run or walk to work or participate in sport at lunchtime, but also want to transition into the after work environment of our cities.

Image: “ONE”, 101 Collins Street, Melbourne

The benchmark standard for these types of facilities has leapt in the last few years, from a few showers and bike racks in the basement to premium offerings of marble-clad dressing rooms, personal grooming stations and yoga studios.

Today’s End of Trip facilities are a future-proofing strategy for owners to retain tenants and secure new ones, while helping tenants to remain at the forefront of workplace health and wellness. By encouraging their staff to embrace healthy living, the tenants benefit through lower absenteeism, improved staff retention and increased productivity. Enabling wellness is now part of an active business strategy for most corporates.

However, it is not just the new buildings that are benefitting from these facilities. As End of Trip facilities increasingly become an expected feature in new builds, landlords of older assets are improving their competitiveness in the leasing market by installing premium level of facilities too.

In the last few years, Knight Frank Project Management & Building Consultancy have delivered over 15 End of Trip facility refurbishment projects across Australia, for clients such as AXA Investment Managers, GIC & Charter Hall and AMP Capital.

In this time, we have seen an increased number of owners reclaiming car park space to create larger End of Trip facilities – a move which is supported by councils.

Melbourne’s iconic 101 Collins Street was one of the first to position its place in the market with the new standard in End of Trip Facilities. Last year, after reclaiming an area that once housed close to 50 car parks, Knight Frank Project Management & Building Consultancy (“PMBC”) delivered “ONE”; the multi-million-dollar End of Trip upgrade for AXA Investment Managers, which offers a resort-style spa and hotel experience for tenants and is widely regarded as a global benchmark.

These premium facilities include 500 bicycle racks, 500 lockers, drying rooms for damp clothing, 45 luxurious showers, bathroom facilities (including accessible facilities) and a new entrance allowing for direct entry, alleviating any interaction with cars and the very busy building loading dock. This refurbishment has resulted in a 225% increase in the use of the new facility.  The feedback from the building users is of course hugely positive.

Image: Renders of “RISE”, 101 Collins Street, Melbourne

The End of Trip facility is located adjacent to a new state-of-the-art holistic wellness centre, also being delivered by Knight Frank PMBC. As of late October, 101 Collins Street’s 4,200 tenants will have access to “RISE”, which will offer yoga, pilates, barre, boxing, TRX strength training, and HIIT, alongside physiotherapy, osteopathy, remedial massage, and nutritional advice. AXA Real Assets Head of Funds Management Brett Dillon says the service is the first of its type in Australia, where the trend of offering higher class facilities is emerging.

Image: “Chifley Lifestyle”, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square, Sydney

Sydney’s Chifley Tower is another example of the End of Trip concept evolving, with “Chifley Lifestyle” opening in August this year. Knight Frank PMBC were appointed by GIC and Charter Hall to deliver the $6.5 million major revamp of the existing facilities, creating a space that sustains active bodies, busy lives and a healthy work-life balance.

The experience of Chifley Lifestyle is now closer to an exclusive day spa, with priority put on a luxurious, premium feel, exquisitely detailed using opulent materials. These 7-star service facilities include speed showers, full 360 vanity stations with top and front lighting to eliminate shadowing, and clever biofilic feature lights that simulate natural daylight in this underground space. Usage of the facilities has doubled in the two months since opening.

As it stands, Australia is leading the charge on shaping what a modern business lifestyle looks like. While “wellness in the workplace” is still in its infancy, at Knight Frank we use our insights, data, local knowledge and global experience to contribute to how this trend will evolve in the future, by understanding the role that commercial building owners and occupiers will play in shaping this transformation.

We look forward to continuing our partnership with our clients to deliver premium products and at the same time change the Australian market, one building at a time.

For further information please contact:

Paul Kennedy Partner, Head of Project Management & Building Consultancy, VIC [email protected]

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End-of-trip facilities

End-of-trip facilities are designated places that support people who:

• cycle, jog or walk to work rather than driving or taking public transport
• exercise during their lunch break.

End-of-trip facilities include:

• secure bicycle parking and storage facilities
• locker facilities
• showers and change rooms.

Benefits of end-of-trip facilities

Providing end-of-trip facilities can:

• encourage people to use non-motorised transport
• promote a healthy, more active community
• reduce reliance on cars.

Building owners and tenants can also get benefits from end-of-trip facilities, including:

• a healthier workforce
• increased staff wellbeing
• higher productivity
• an improved corporate image
• reduced demand for car parking.

Requirements for end-of-trip facilities

Queensland Development Code 4.1 – Sustainable buildings (PDF, 371KB) requires that end-of-trip facilities be designed and installed for all new major developments, and major additions to major developments, in designated local government areas.

New major developments are the following building types with a floor area greater than 2,000m 2 :

• commercial office buildings
• shopping centres
• tertiary education facilities

Major additions to major developments, including any addition to an existing major development that results in additional floor area of at least 1,000m 2 , must also provide end-of-trip facilities.

End-of-trip facilities must be:

• easy for users to access
• located within the building or on-site within 100m of a main entrance to the building
• provided in accordance with prescribed workforce or occupant ratios.

Flexibility for local government

To ensure the code is flexible and adapts to local conditions, local governments may also:

• require additional bicycle parking and storage facilities, locker facilities and change rooms
• expand the definition of 'major development' to cover a broader range of buildings.

Designated local government areas

Designated local government areas are the local governments listed in Schedule 1 of QDC 4.1.

If a local government is not listed there, contact that local government for advice as some local governments have existing end-of-trip requirements in their planning scheme. These provisions may place additional requirements over those required by QDC 4.1.

QDC 4.1 may also be adopted through a local government planning scheme or via a council resolution process.

Check with the relevant local government for more information.

Existing buildings

Building owners don't need to incorporate end-of-trip facilities into existing major developments unless they carry out a major renovation that creates additional floor area of at least 1,000m 2 .

Sometimes it may not be appropriate for a major development to include end-of-trip facilities, such as when:

• a major development is a significant distance from a population centre
• road conditions are hazardous to cyclists.

In these instances, the building application would be referred to the local government to decide whether the major development should be exempt from the end-of-trip facilities standard under QDC 4.1.

• Last reviewed: 1 Oct 2022
• Last updated: 17 Jul 2024

End of Trip Facilities

Attract & Retain Top Talent

Offering top-class end of trip facilities attract higher-value tenants—and your ongoing service keeps them there.

Increase Long Term Value

Modern office and end of trip facilities are becoming bigger drawcards, as more people demand spaces that support an active and healthy working lifestyle.

Improve UX & Satisfaction

Vibrant office spaces and amenities, with flexible services, deliver a modern office experience that nurtures a positive, long term relationship between you and your tenants.

Don’t let your buildings fall victim to increasingly high vacancy rates, uninspired spaces or low rental return.

With more time spent working remotely, people expect more from their office spaces. They want more than just uninspired cubicles. As the daily commute changes to a more active lifestyle, it’s crucial to offer modern, sophisticated end of trip facilities in Sydney, Melbourne and beyond; inspired office spaces that cater to your tenants’ evolving needs.

Create an office and end of trip experience that people can’t stop talking about

Reinvigorating your end of trip facilities design and offering, provides your tenants with that little taste of luxury every day.

By redesigning your end of trip locker spaces, change rooms, and refreshing your office spaces with modern, sustainable finishes, you’re creating an office space people want to come to.

We’re Five At Heart, a trusted partner to building owners globally with a track record of modernising office spaces all around the world.

When redesigning your office amenities there’s a balance to strike between form, function, and the dollar figure—we get that. But you also want to create spaces that your tenants want to work in.

Since 2007, Five At Heart has transformed spaces across the globe. From Melbourne to London, Sydney to San Francisco, we design, manufacture, and install innovative end of trip facilities, change room amenities, bike parking, and office spaces that exceed the needs of businesses and cyclists alike.

Our End of Trip Facility Solutions

Bike Parking

You’ve seen them on the roads. You’ve seen them on the city streets. Cycling to work is skyrocketing in popularity. So to attract long-term tenants, it’s critical for building owners to offer modern spaces within your buildings that fit the modern, active lifestyles that people and organisations are looking for.

We help you create a functional and seamless arrival experience for these active commuters, with a range of end of trip lockers and bike racks to suit all users. Secure, stylish, and with innovative designs, you can maximise your space and provide secure bike locker options for commuters of all fitness levels.

Change Rooms

Make it a pleasure to come to work with customised change room solutions. With a modern fit-out, elegant designs, and practical touches like ironing stations and clothing steamers, you’re offering a space that makes getting to the office a breeze.

Lockers & Towel Service

Our customised, secure end of trip lockers allow your users to store their clothing and possessions safely for the entire day. And with our end of trip towel service, Five at Heart will pick up, wash, drop off, and keep track of all your towel needs for you.

Office Spaces

How we work is changing. Gone are the days of flat, boring cubicles. At Five at Heart, we help you create an office space that inspires and attracts. Combining timeless design with ultimate usability, you can deliver an office experience that delivers the agility and function expected in the modern office.

Get soundproof future-ready quiet spaces, customised end-of-trip locker design, and secure employee lockers that enable your tenants to work as flexibly as they need.

Our Proven Process

Step 1: assess.

Our design specialists visit your site, allowing us to understand your size and space constraints, and your user journey.

Step 2: Design

We work with you to create an end of trip facilities design that takes into account your specific requirements, number of tenants and their use cases, and maximises efficiency for your users.

Step 3: Revitalise

You provide your tenants or employees a smoother end of trip experience, with modern luxury amenities and an office space that inspires.

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Frequently asked questions, where are your products manufactured.

We are a proud Aussie business, doing project across the global, and our supply chain reflects this. This way we bring the best of world to our clients.

Our Change Room Products

All our market leading joinery made locally for each market we service, so that is joinery factories in 3 continents and counting. The vast majority of the locks we use in our projects come from Europe, it’s the home of the best lock tech.

Bike Room Products

The company was founded in Brisbane, Australia (soon to be the home of the olympics)! We still manufacture most of our bike room lines here from global supply requirements, including the Arc, Track, Silver Bullets, McFly, Doc Brown and DeLorean. The helps us maintain exacting standard particular with the units with moving parts.

Supply of static racks comes from Bristol (England) for our Wishbone and Hoop and Dili (East Timor).

What’s the lead time like on your end of trip facilities design?

We keep some stock of all our major lines, and manufacture most of the other lines locally so lead time is rarely a major factor on our projects. If it is not in stock, if we lock in all your needs, we can generally have something to you within 6 weeks.

What other sectors do you work with?

As well delivering market leading end of trip facilities in Melbourne, Sydney, London, San Francisco and Toronto, we provide collaboration and storage products for modern workplaces.

Whatever industry you’re in, we custom-design end of trip facilities and workplace products that will meet your needs.

Do your end of trip lockers meet AS 2890.3 standards?

AS2890.3 (2015) sets the standard for quality bike parking designs in Australia, and are integral to the successful design of end of trip facilities.

Five at Heart’s products are design, manufactured and configured to meet or exceed these standards which results in user friendly end of trip facilities.

And it’s no surprise: our CEO, Mark Rossiter, sat on the board that help developed the Standard.

You can read more about it here , learn about how our end of trip product designs fit in with these principles, and what it means for your building.

How secure are your end of trip lockers?

Our end of trip lockers are designed to maximise the space available for your tenants, with spacious clothing areas, ingenious shoe lockers, and a range of security options to keep their clothing safe all day long. Choose from simple key locks, digital key pads, all the way to hardwired swipe card systems that can integrate with your existing BMS.

Do your end of trip lockers and facilities come with a warranty?

We offer a 5-year warranty on all our bike racks, and a 7-year warranty on all our end of trip lockers. See our spec sheets for more details.

Do you offer custom end of trip facilities design?

Yes, we offer custom design consultations for your spaces. We have worked with many of the world most prestige buildings to bring great user experiences to their tenants. Check out our inspiration gallery here (link).

Our UX design team work with you to create a layout that supports your building’s based on considerable benchmarking to code and competitive sites to establish quantities needed. From there we also benchmark quality, mostly generosity and amenity inclusions so the final space wows users and ensures you maximise the return on your investment.

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End-of-trip facilities are dedicated active travel areas for the end of any journey. They service anyone cycling, walking, or jogging who require a change of clothes, a shower, and somewhere secure to leave their bike. Using changing room lockers and benches to enhance the space helps make every office building work for cyclists, walkers, and runners.

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A dedicated space within a workplace designed for those who cycle or walk into the office – our End of Trip range has everything needed for a facility that feels more like a luxury health club or boutique gym than office shower room. Practical elements such as private shower and changing cubicles, heated lockers and ironing stations form the foundations of the range.

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Airing Station

A large enclosed unit designed to air out and freshen clothes during the day – just one of the practical solutions from the End of Trip range.

Charging Lockers

A safe secure space to recharge fitness tech and phone batteries. The charging lockers are available in either our Octave or Forza locker design to suit any application or end of trip facility style.

Folding Bike Lockers

Built to accommodate a folded bike, it effectively maximises bike storage space within an end of trip facility, providing compact secure storage as an alternative to traditional bike racks.

Forza FENIX

Manufactured from 12mm FENIX NTM compact laminate from Arpa Industriale for a unique super matt finish combined with exceptional strength.

Forza Lockers

Manufactured from 12mm solid laminate and guaranteeing exceptional strength.

Heated Lockers

Providing an ideal space for drying damp clothing or towels, our heated lockers are available in either our Forza or Octave locker designs and in glass, SGL, laminate or wood veneer, depending on type of finish required.

Ironing Station

A compact station with full size fold-out ironing board neatly housed in a locker with a touch latch lock making it easily accessible without compromising on floor space.

Legato Benching

A totally new and integrated design concept.

Octave Lockers

Manufactured from a multitude of finishes including veneer, Laminate and MFC.

Towel Station

A beautifully crafted bespoke towel station with open shelving for fresh clean towels and integrated concealed towel drop unit with lockable door.

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Terms and conditions for using end-of-trip facilities

Definitions.

Terms used here have these meanings:

• Access card means the card which is issued or programmed to enable access to the showers, bike storage and change rooms (end of trip facilities).
• PIN means the code which is issued to enable access to the showers, bike storage and change rooms.
• Accommodation Office (us) means the State of Queensland acting through the Department of Energy and Public Works.
• Applicant means a person who has sought but who has not been granted access to end of trip facilities.
• Building means the building nominated in the application for use of end of trip facilities form.
• bicycle parking facility
• shower facility
• change room facility
• locker facilities
• User (you) means the person who is approved to access.

1. Eligibility criteria

• Queensland Government employee, or a non-Government employee who works in the building in which the facilities are located
• applicant has completed and submitted the application for use of end of trip facilities form (PDF) (PDF, 140KB)
• applicant has completed the emergency procedures induction
• applicant has presented their government photo identification or other suitable photo identification to building security
• applicant has not previously had access to an end of trip facility terminated for breach of these terms and conditions
• applicant has not breached the Code of Conduct for the Queensland Public Service in accessing and using the end of trip facilities.
• Applicants who satisfy the eligibility criteria may be placed on a waiting list
• Applicants who work in the building in which the facilities are located will be prioritised over other applicants. External applicants will need to provide satisfactory evidence that they have applied to access facilities in the building in which they are located prior to applying for access to an alternative facility.
• confirm they will abide by the Code of Conduct for the Queensland Public Service in accessing and using the facilities
• provide satisfactory evidence that they work in the building where the facilities are located.

2. Use of end of trip facilities

• 2.1 The access card or PIN is issued in accordance with these terms and conditions and the application for use of end of trip facilities form.
• 2.2 The access card or PIN may be used to enter/exit the facilities from the date on which it is issued or appropriately programmed, until the card is surrendered or reprogrammed, or access is otherwise terminated by the Department of Energy and Public Works.
• 2.3 The access card or PIN must not be given to or used by any person other than the user.
• 2.4 Entry to the facilities is restricted to those with an access card or PIN. You must not attempt to follow another person into the facilities without swiping your access card.
• 2.5 You must only enter and exit the facilities using the designated access and egress paths and points suitable for your means of transport, that is, pedestrians must use pedestrian paths, cyclists must use cycle paths only.
• 2.6 Only users whose workplace is within the building, and who hold a red or blue Queensland Government identification card, may access the facilities after hours Monday–Friday and on weekends and public holidays.
• 2.7 Subject to clause 2.6, the access card may only be used for access to the facilities 7am–6pm Monday–Friday (except public holidays in the city where the building is located).
• 2.8 You must display Queensland Government photo identification or a current visitor pass when in the building, including the facilities.
• 2.9 You agree to produce the access card upon official request from an authorised Protective Services officer or building management.
• damage the facilities, any other part of the building where the facilities are located, or any personal or other property located in the facilities
• place the safety of yourself, any other user, or building occupants at risk
• place the security of the facilities, property in the facilities or building where the facilities are located, at risk.
• 2.11 Access is granted on the basis that you will regularly use the facilities. We may audit access card records to determine the frequency of use. We may terminate access of any user who does not use the facilities at least 25 times during any 3-month period. Users with a locker allocated to them must use the facilities a minimum of 2 times a week in order to retain the use of the locker. Failure to do so without prior approval from [email protected] may result in the locker being reallocated to another user.
• 2.12 Please notify us if you no longer wish to use the facilities and surrender the access card at the Protective Services console at the relevant building.
• 2.13 If the access card is lost, you must report the loss to the Protective Services console located in the relevant building as soon as possible. A $50 (GST exclusive) charge applies for the loss of an access card.

3. Termination or suspension of access

• 3.1 You may request suspension of your access if you do not intend to use the facilities for the minimum frequency set out in clause 2.11, over a period of 3 months, due to injury, illness, leave, secondment or any other reason.
• 3.2 Following any suspension of access under clause 2.11, you may request by email that access be resumed. A request for resumption of access under this clause will not be treated as a new application and will be given priority over applicants on the waiting list. If there are multiple requests for resumption of access, they will be given priority in the order in which they were received.
• on 7 days' notice from us, for any reason
• automatically and without prior notice, if you fail to comply with any of these terms and conditions or the Code of Conduct for the Queensland Public Service
• automatically and without prior notice, if you do not use the facilities for the minimum frequency set out in clause 2.11.
• you must promptly remove all your property from the facilities
• you must promptly surrender your access card to the Protective Services console located in the building. If your access card provides access to other areas of the building and will still be required despite the termination or suspension of access to the facilities, we will arrange for the access card to be reprogrammed.
• 3.5 Any person accessing or using the End-of-Trip facilities must also comply with all Building Rules and Procedures. Failure to do so may result in your access being cancelled.

4. Uncollected property

• 4.1 If you have not removed all your property from the facilities within 3 months of access being suspended or terminated in accordance with clause 2.11, we will attempt to contact you at the email address nominated in the application form or as subsequently notified to us in writing.
• 4.2 If you do not respond to us within a further 7 days of receiving the email referred to in clause 3.1 and 4.2, you authorise us to remove your personal belongings from the facilities (including, where necessary, cutting any padlock, lock or chain securing those belongings), in the presence of a representative of Protective Services.
• 4.3 We will store any removed personal belongings for a 3 month period. If you do not claim the property within that time, you authorise us to dispose of those belongings, at our discretion.
• 5.1 The shared areas of the facility are under 24 hour CCTV surveillance.
• 5.2 You authorise us and Protective Services officers to open and inspect any locker including, where necessary, by cutting any padlock owned by you.
• 5.3 The use of the facilities is solely at your own risk. You will have no claim against the State of Queensland or its employees or agents in contract or otherwise for any loss, theft or damage to property or personal injury or loss of life directly or indirectly related to the use of the facilities by you or any other person/s authorised to use the facilities.
• 5.4 You indemnify the State of Queensland and its employees or agents against any claim which may be brought against or made upon or incurred by them, whether directly or indirectly, related to the use of the facilities by you or any other person/s authorised to use the facilities. This indemnity shall not apply to the extent such claims arise out of the negligence or wilful misconduct of the State of Queensland and its employees or agents.
• 5.5 You must promptly notify us of any changes to the user's contact information notified in the application form.
• 5.6 You must promptly respond to all requests for information from us about your access to the facilities.
• 5.7 You must promptly notify any lost property, damage to the facilities or maintenance issues to the Protective Services console located in the building.

6. Bicycle and scooter parking

• 6.1 Bicycle racks are not individually allocated.
• 6.2 It is strongly recommended that your bicycle or scooter is securely locked.
• 6.3 Individuals are responsible for providing their own locks and chains.
• 6.4 Locks and/or chains left on bicycle racks when not in use will be removed and disposed of.
• 6.5 Bicycles must be placed on the rack only and not left freely around the facility.
• 6.6 Please follow appropriate manual handling procedures when placing your bicycle on the rack.
• 6.7 Please be considerate of other users when parking your bicycle or scooter in these facilities.
• 6.8 Ensure the bicycle storage facility door is closed upon exiting.
• 6.9 Bicycle cages are to be used for storing bicycles and scooters only.
• 6.10 Charging of E-Scooters or E-Bikes is only permitted where there are approved charging stations provided for that use.

7. Use of change rooms and lockers

• 7.1 You must access the change room using the access card or PIN code supplied on approval.
• 7.2 Please be considerate of other users when using this facility.
• 7.3 You are to ensure the change room is left clean and tidy after use.
• 7.4 Ensure the change room entry/exit door is left closed at all times.
• 7.5 You are requested to save water.
• 7.6 Personal belongings are to be stored in the lockers only, with exception of towels which must be placed either in your locker or on the provided towel hooks. Work-related personal protective equipment, field equipment and clothing are not to be stored in the facilities.
• 7.7 It is recommended that all personal items are securely locked in a locker. You are responsible for providing your own locks.
• 7.8 Items provided for use within the change rooms (including irons) must be used in an appropriate manner. Misuse or damage to such items may result in them being permanently removed from the facilities.
• 7.9 No personal electronic items may be used in the facilities without prior written approval and the device being tested and tagged. This includes but is not limited to hair dryers, straightening irons, clothing steamers etc.

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10 'Worth Every Penny' Shower Products For Folks With Limited Mobility

Staff Writer, HuffPost

For folks with limited mobility, day-to-day activities and tasks can take more effort and pose increased risk. Showering, in particular, can be challenging and even downright scary. Getting in and out of the tub and moving around in the shower presents the possibility of slipping or falling because of wet surfaces.

We’ve found some reviewer-beloved products from Amazon that folks swear by for preventing injuries while bathing. Many people say these items changed and saved their lives, and some even deemed a product the “Cadillac” of shower assisters!

Read on for some of their favorite picks.

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This Gorilla Grip bath mat is carefully designed for safety against slipping, with hundreds of heavy suction cups that grip your shower floor; soft, textured material to help you stay balanced and drainage holes to prevent water from pooling up.

It's BPA-free and machine-washable, so you can just toss it in the washer when it needs a clean. This is designed for use on smooth surfaces; its suction is not effective on tiled or uneven floors.

It's available in 20 colors.

Promising review: "I first purchased this mat 4 years ago based on its great reviews and I couldn't agree more with them! It stays put and gives a lot of traction in the shower while still looking aesthetically pleasing. It's lasted through years of continuous use in both a stand alone shower and shower/tub combo. I first bought it after getting an injury slipping in the shower and my doctor recommended getting a shower mat. It's super easy to keep clean- just throw it in the washer to refresh it- no scrubbing needed! Perfect for a mobility-impaired person like me, or anyone with a slippery shower/tub. It lasted 4 years (!!!) before needing to replace it (because the suction cups had finally worn out). $25-30 every 4-ish years is well spent for increased safety and security!" — Cassandra

This aluminum shower chair from Medline helps make bathing easier and safer while offering a safeguard against slipping. You're able to sit while you wash yourself, and its backrest and padded armrests make cleansing more comfortable and supportive than its shower stool counterparts. It's thoughtfully designed, too, with drain holes that allow water to pass through, non-slip feet and height-adjustable legs. Plus, it promises a tool-free assembly.

It can accommodate up to 350 pounds and is designed to fit in most bathrooms. You can adjust its height in 1-inch increments ranging from 16 to 21 inches.

Promising reviews: "I have a bad knee. Too many high school sports, and physical jobs in my younger years. What scares me the most is falling in the shower. Yes, it might sound like a hippo falling down the stairs to the basement, but in reality it does hurt when I lay there in pain afterwords. This nifty little chair allows you to sit and relax while taking your shower. It has holes in the seats so water can pass through, so puddles don't collect . It is also nice of it's sturdy build. Just get one. Instead of being 'too proud' and risking it, take control of your safety and life." — Rob

"Elderly parents moved in. Adjustable height for tall dad, small mom. Ultra light mobility, yet sturdy. Easy to clean. We got a second after we saw how good this was . One for in shower, one for after shower landing to help get dressed (placed towel over after shower landing)." — Gilbert Lopez

Reviewers with limited mobility or whose loved ones have difficulty getting in and out of the shower call this a " godsend ." The bench helps folks enter and exit showers and tubs while in a safe seated position, with the aid of the chair's extended seat, backrest and arm handle.

It has strong, non-slip suctioning on its feet to keep it secure, adjustable legs to best fit your height and tool-free assembly. Plus, it's easily reversible for left or right side entry.

Promising reviews: "I got this for my elderly parents when I learned with dismay that they had been too scared to take showers and were doing sponge baths. Stepping over the edge of the tub was one of the biggest hurdles , and I thought 'do we need to get one of those tubs with the side cut out?' I was actually thinking we needed to remodel their bathroom . NO. Someone who worked with elderly told me about the chairs that go over the side of the tub, so that someone can sit down outside the tub, and then scoot over on the bench to get into the tub. I found this one and reading so many positive reviews ordered it. I put it together in about 10 minutes following the directions - it's super easy. No screws needed - everything just snaps into place. One of my parents is a larger person probably 250 pounds and this handles their weight just fine. Now they're taking showers all the time . After a few uses, my father said 'this is the best thing you've ever bought for me.' " — lisa marie

"This transfer bench is a life saver . Purchase for wife after back surgery. Made life a lot easier ." — Mr. J

For those seeking extra security and ease, this professional-grade carousel shower chair is an excellent option: Multiple reviewers are calling it "the Cadillac of shower chairs."

Its seat can swivel 360 degrees and move from end to end of the bench with the push of a button, and users can raise, lower and lock the armrests for added support, too. It's padded all over for extra comfort and you can adjust the legs for added height.

It's available in two colors and in a version with added slide length .

Promising review: "This transfer bench is amazing . It has made showering my elderly mom so much safer that I don't worry about accidents any more. She really likes it. Showers are not stressful any more. Very easy to assemble and use. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a truly safe way to get in and out of the shower." — Placeholder

"This shower chair is beyond what I hoped for. I have actually used it and for the first time in a very long time I felt completely safe showering . The pivoting function is so important. The chair glides easily over my tub Into position. I could pull the shower curtain along the side and no water got on the floor. It is a little more than I wanted to spend, but it turns out very much worth every penny . Now I look forward to my showers." — Kim Ham

We've previously covered this ingenious " shower doodad " that enables you to give your feet a good scrubbing without bending over to reach them. The mat measures a little over nine inches and features 126 suction cups to keep it firmly embedded to the base of your tub.

Promising review: "This mat is super easy to use! Feels good to your feet and the suggestion to just squirt body wash on the mat and rub your feet on the mat! Since having hip replacement this has been very helpful!" — Glenna

This stainless steel safety handle clamps onto the side of the tub, making it easier and safer to step into and out of the shower. It's heavy-duty, able to support up to 300 pounds, while requiring no tools for assembly — only the securing of its clamp.

It's available in two colors and in a version with a height-adjustable handle .

Promising reviews: "Perfect product for my elderly Mom as she visited our home. Easily installed ( essentially out-if-the-package ready), cushioned to avoid damaging my tub and extremely stable . Worth every penny to keep your loved ones safe as they enter and exit the tub. I was able to position it so it was also used as a grab bar when using the potty" — Katydid6400

"This hold on has been so wonderful for bathroom challenges after hip replacement . It stays in place well and has made my life so much easier ." — Marie Dendy

Reviewers are singing the praises of this assistive grab pole , which you can use for stability while exiting the shower (or getting off the toilet or out of bed). It has multiple handrails, which can rotate 360 degrees and lock every 90 degrees so you can safely grab them from multiple angles.

It requires no drilling to use, and can fit flat ceilings from 7 to 10 feet. It's designed to support up to 300 pounds. It's available in two colors.

Promising review: " This pole is one of the best purchases I have made in my life. Recently, my elderly mother has had increasing trouble getting into the shower and getting up from the toilet because of creaky arthritic knees. I bought this pole around a year ago and put it in the bathroom. What a huge difference it makes . I recently bought a second one to place in another location in the bathroom, and I'm thinking of getting more for the bedroom and another room . It's sturdy and steady and really does the trick . I love it and can't recommend it highly enough." — Jane Doe

"My Dad is 91 and remains living at home but needs assistance getting up from a sitting position and extra stability while standing to get dressed and out from shower. I purchased one to assist getting out of bed, then three additional, one for toilet, one for dressing chair and one for outside shower door. Best product out there. Thank you and congratulations to the family who designed this for their Grandma. I never review products but t his is a life saver and I want to share with others in this situation, like me and my Dad." — Marcia Lucey

Make showering easier with this handheld shower head , whose 69-inch hose gives you ample room for maneuvering — and the ability to target hard-to-reach places — without having to take any steps. You can even enjoy hold and use the shower head while sitting down.

This pick also includes a sturdy grab bar for extra safety that can support up to 250 pounds of weight.

The shower head has five different spray options and is available in four finishes.

Promising reviews: " We are both 81 years old and this has made a major difference in the height of the shower head, the ease of use, especially while sitting on a shower stool, and the most important thing...our sense of safety getting in and out and in using the shower. Small investment, great benefit!" — George N.

"This is a great safety feature for my husband's balance issues . It is right where it needs to be for him to grab exiting shower. I highly recommend this product for any one with balance issues." — Maggie c

Folks rave about this suctioned shower head holder , which can hold your handheld hose at a more comfortable height for easy access while you're seated in a shower chair.

Promising review: "This is an ideal product for folks with limited shoulder mobility-- eliminate a long reach to get /replace the shower head. Easy to install, and adheres well." — Arlene F.

Reach difficult-to-clean areas of your body without having to move around with this lightweight, lengthy brush which stretches 15.2 inches long. It has bristles on one side for scrubbing and a loofah on the other for gentle exfoliation. You can also use the bristled side for dry brushing.

It includes a hanging loop and cut-out hole design so you can easily hang it up after use.

Promising reviews: "I love this long handled shower body brush with Loofah and back scrubber! I ordered this because I had a full knee replacement, and it worked great to use in the shower . It is just the right size and length, and I will keep using it even after recovery. The Loofah is lush and soft, and the brush is not harsh and is great to reach your back . I also really like the loop to hang it up to dry afterwards." — Nana

"Got this for my elderly mother. She loves it. Able to reach her back and her feet without too much bending or twisting ." — Kathy P.

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