The U.S. Occupation Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issues strict guidelines to protect the needs of workers on job sites. Bathrooms are a point of focus. It’s important to adhere to these regulations when renting portable toilets, and you’ll find everything you need to prepare for an upcoming job site below.

Portable Toilet Requirements

OSHA requires that ample toilets and bathroom facilities are provided on all job sites, regardless of their size or the scope of work. The regulations state that one portable toilet is necessary for 20 or fewer employees. For job sites of 20 or more, one toilet seat and one urinal per 40 workers are required. Job sites with 200 or more employees require one toilet seat and one urinal per every 50 workers.

Sanitation & Feature Requirements

You’re responsible for providing sanitary facilities on the job site. A toilet used by up to 10 people should be emptied and serviced at least once a week. Toilets should have locks, and if relevant, separate genders should have their own facilities.

Units need to be well-lit, ventilated, and include soap, water, or hand sanitizer for workers’ safety. They need to be restocked accordingly, and there should be trash receptacles for hygiene products and paper towels.

Efficiency Requirements

OSHA defines “nearby” toilets as those that take less than 10 minutes to get to on foot, or at larger sites, by vehicle. This is for both convenience and to prevent delays. Workers need to have prompt access to portable toilets.

If keys are required for toilet access, or if workers have to sign out, you need to develop a system, so this doesn’t lead to delays. The toilet quantity should also be adjusted to prevent delays. If the OSHA-recommended amount of facilities isn’t enough, add another portable toilet to the job site to prevent lines and delays.

To ensure you meet OSHA requirements, partner with an experience portable toilet rental company. Jiffy Biffy of Chetek & Bruce, WI, offers portable toilet services for several occasions. Whether you’re outfitting a job site or have an upcoming event, you’ll find plenty of portable lavatories and handwashing stations to choose from. Visit their website to learn more about their services and call (715) 925-6600 to speak with a representative.