If you are looking for a portable toilet rental for your next event or construction site, you have come to the right place. One of the first questions our customers ask is, “How many toilets do we need?”. The good news is that we can help you take the guesswork out of this decision. As an experienced provider of portable sanitation services in Sydney and Melbourne, our experts are here to help.
How do you decide how many portable toilets to order?
Several factors determine the number of portable toilets required for your event or construction site. Take these factors into consideration when making your decision:
- The number of people on site: This is an important starting point, as the more people there are, the more facilities they will require.
- Duration of the event or project: The longer the time frame, the more each person will need to use the facilities, necessitating a larger number of units.
- The mix of attendees or workers: If your group has significantly more persons of one gender, this can influence the ratio of closed units or urinal units you need.
- Availability of food and beverages: Events where food and drinks are served will typically see an increase in toilet usage.
- Local regulations: Depending on the location and type of event or site, specific guidelines may apply regarding the minimum number of toilets required. Sani Hire can help with this.
What guidelines can I use to estimate the number of portable toilets I need to rent?
The factors mentioned above are important, but to help you get started with your planning, we can provide some examples to guide you.
Example 1: A short event with fewer people will require a smaller number of units. One or two portable toilets will be adequate for an event lasting a few hours with fewer than 50 attendees.
Example 2: A two-day event with over 250 people of mixed gender would need at least six to eight portable toilets. The aim is to minimise wait times and accommodate usage over an extended period.
Example 3: For a three-day event with over 1000 people, the requirements would be much higher. You would require approximately 20 to 25 portable toilets, especially when considering the availability of food and drinks.
For longer durations, it is always advisable to err on the side of too many rather than too few and it is often better to allow for Service Technicians to attend or be onsite to clean and sanitise the toilets throughout the event. Additionally, you can add accessible toilets and hand-wash stations as needed.
Contact Sani Hire today for the best advice and service on portable toilet rentals in Sydney and Melbourne. Our expert team is available to provide a quote or consultation.