Loo of the Year Awards

Judging Criteria

A star grading, between 1-5 stars, will be made following an unannounced visit by an authorised Loo of the Year Awards Inspector. Loos awarded a 3, 4 or 5 star grading receive an Award Grading Certificate. Each entry is fully assessed against the following judging criteria covering both male and female facilities, as well as any changing and accessible facilities provided:-

Signage and communication:	Directional signage (where applicable), external building signage (where applicable), internal customer communication signage
Decor and maintenance:	State of repair - internal and external (if applicable)
Fixtures and fittings provision:	Sanitary fittings, taps, locks, hooks etc
Cleanliness:	Walls and ceilings, floor areas, fixtures and fittings - basins, bowls, seats, taps etc.
Hygiene equipment:	Hand washing, hand drying, toilet tissue, sanitary product disposal
Air quality:	Ventilation, drainage smells etc
Extras:	Added value enhancement - vending, flowers etc.
Security:	Lighting, entrances, external areas (if applicable)
Accessible facilities:	Proper provision for both sexes or a unisex facility
Changing facilities:	Proper provision for both sexes or a unisex facility
Overall management and customer care.