Nº dryers to be fitted
In toilet areas with a normal frequency of use and only one wash-basin: 1 dryer.
In toilet areas with a normal frequency of use and more than one wash-basin: 1 dryer for each 2 wash-basins.
1 row of 4 wash basins: 2 dryers; 1 row of 6 wash basins: 3 dryers; 1 row of 8 wash basins: 4 dryers.
In toilet areas with high traffic and more than one wash-basin: 2 dryers for each 3 wash-basins.
1 row of 4 wash basins: 3 dryers; 1 row of 6 wash basins: 4 dryers; 1 row of 8 wash basins: 5 dryers.
Ideal location
Between the wash-basin and exit. It is not recommended to install dryer between wash-basins, next to urinals, lavatories and showers. If installing automatic dryers over marble surface or ledge, the minimum distance from the dryer to the ledge must be
15-3/4". It is recommended that hand dryers be distributed throughout the washroom area to avoid overcrowding. |