Businesses, venues, and event hosts are required to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure that all individuals have proper access to buildings and facilities. This act extends to outdoor events and venues where portable toilets are used. To ensure your event is compliant, here is an overview of the main ADA rules in regards to bathrooms.  

What to Know About ADA Regulations for Portable Toilets

Space Requirements

Handicap accessible portable toilets need to be large enough to accommodate a 180-degree turn of a wheelchair. This means they need to be about 60 inches wide. They should also be equipped with support bars so people can easily move around within the unit.

Access Requirements

The area around portable toilets needs to be easily navigable for those in wheelchairs or with mobility issues. They should be placed on flat ground or a very mild incline. Do not place them at the top of steps or a steep hill where they are hard or impossible to access. The entrance to these units should also be flat or should have a wheelchair ramp attached.

Numerical Requirements

All events or venues that are open to the public need to have at least one handicap accessible restroom. You also need to make sure there’s at least one handicap accessible unit for every 20 restrooms, though reserving more is usually a good idea. There also needs to be at least one in every cluster of restrooms; if you have units spread out throughout a festival or event space, all of those spots must have one ADA-compliant restroom. Finally, all of these units need to be marked with the international symbol for accessibility so guests can easily locate the facilities they need.

If you need to rent handicap accessible portable toilets for an event or outdoor venue, contact Ben Toilet Rentals in the Colusa, CA, area. The company provides a variety of special event rental options, including portable toilets, shower trailers, and luxury units. They have more than 25 service and delivery trucks, and the team is available 24 hours a day for emergency service. They even provide home septic service to help you keep your indoor restrooms functional as well. View a full selection of rental units available on the company’s website, or call (800) 767-8276 to speak with a representative.