Port-a-potties are essential on a construction site. Having enough facilities for your crew is a vital part of project planning and will ensure everyone has what they need for a safe and sanitary worksite. Here are a few tips for figuring out how many portable toilets you will need.

How Many Portable Toilets Do You Need on a Construction Site?

1. Number of Teams

The number of people on the site must be factored into this decision. The ratio should be one portable toilet for every 10 workers working a 40 hour week. For sites that will have 20 to 190 team members working at any given time, you’ll want at least one toilet and one urinal for every 40 employees. If you have more than 200 workers, that ratio changes, requiring one toilet and one urinal for every 50 crew members.

2. Length of the Project

Take into consideration how long the teams will work per day. While you can likely stick with your personnel ratios for up to four hours, it’s best to add another unit once you hit a five-hour day.

Larger worksites with more than 250 employees will need more port-a-potties for three hours of work. Add one to two more units for every couple of hours of work and for every 50 crew members.

3. Nearby Restrooms

Nearby public restrooms or working in a building with usable facilities will reduce the need for additional port-a-potties. Find out what your team will have access to and adjust accordingly.

Even if most work is inside, it’s still necessary to provide portable toilets near the project’s location. However, once buildings are set, and there are usable facilities, you may be able to reduce your unit count.

4. Landscape

Where you place the units must also be factored in. While portable toilet rentals should be close to the site, you don’t want their location to interfere with daily tasks. Toilets should be placed on dry and level ground. Position each unit so there is at least 25 feet of clearance for waste trucks to park and service each unit. You may consider a restroom trailer with several units in one rental that can be set in an ideal, central location.

If you need port-a-potties for your construction site, Portable Pro, Inc., in Madrid, IA, can help you figure out how many. This reputable company serves the central Iowa area. Their portable toilet rentals come with hand sanitizers and can also be set up with hand-washing stations, deodorizers, and other essentials for a clean and comfortable experience. They also offer restroom trailers with multiple units and amenities for your next outdoor event. To discuss port-a-potty rentals and septic services, call (515) 231-1056. Visit them online for more on their products.