When you’re hosting an outdoor event, portable toilets ensure your guests remain comfortable. However, if it is your first time renting them, you may wonder how many are necessary. Below is more information to ensure you get the right amount of toilets. 

How to Determine How Many Portable Toilets You Need

First, consider how many people will be at the event and how long it will last. For instance, you could rent one portable toilet for a gathering with 50 people that will last up to four hours. However, if it will last longer than this, you’ll need at least two restrooms. Similarly, an event with 100 people would need two portable toilets if it lasts four hours and three or four units for up to 10 hours.

Also, alcohol makes people need to use the restroom more. If you are serving drinks, increase the number of rental units by 25% to reduce lines and ensure everyone has access. You will also need more if many older adults are attending. 

What Other Considerations Should You Make?

No matter how many units you need, don’t forget at least one that complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). These toilets are wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs, have non-slip flooring, and feature grab bars to provide stability. You must have a minimum of one ADA-accessible bathroom, and an additional one for every 10 units. If you are renting a large number of toilets, you must place an ADA version in each cluster.

Finally, to keep your guests healthy, add one hand-washing station for every four portable toilets. This will allow them to sanitize their hands, making the gathering more comfortable and enjoyable.

When you need portable toilets, contact Portable Toilet Services in Dothan, AL. With over 50 years of experience, they offer executive, trailer, steel, and standard toilets, as well as hand-washing stations. Learn more about their offerings online. Call (334) 794-2144 to discuss your needs with a friendly team member.