You’ve got your event lined up in Melbourne or your construction site ready to move, but you haven’t yet given proper thought to where people will go when nature calls.
Thankfully, the experts in portable toilet hire in Melbourne – Sani Hire – can give you some guidance on how to get it right:
Choose Your Loos
Different situations demand different toilets. Here are portable toilet types available from Sani Hire, along with their various features so you can weigh them up:
- Freshwater flush toilets are ideal for evening events and weddings. They feel more like conventional toilets and reduce odours.
- Accessible/easy-access toilets are well-suited for elderly or disabled users. Wider doors, handrails and ramp access will help you remain compliant with accessibility standards.
- Sewer-connected toilets link directly to onsite plumbing. However, you can only use this option when you have the right infrastructure available.
- Trailer portable toilets bring multiple cabins on a mobile base. These are useful when you need movable amenities in one location.
- Holding tanks, along with Sani Hire’s pump-out services, handle waste where no sewer is available. Regular servicing will prevent backups and odour issues.
Each of these units carries a different cost, Accessible units also cost a little more due to their bigger size and additional features. Trailer units also carry a bit of a premium because of their mobility, so you need to account for the cost of transport and setup.
Site Layout, Delivery and Planning
Where you place portable toilets influences how well they’re used. On event sites, keep the toilets visible yet discreet. On construction sites, place them near break zones but not where heavy machinery works and with easy access for service, clean and recharging.
You should locate units in well-lit, flat areas and provide clear pathways so people don’t have to navigate obstacles in the dark.
Also, leave space for pump-out trucks so that they can access the toilets, holding tanks or servicing points.
Servicing Frequency and Hygiene Standards
A unit that stands untouched for too long without being serviced will become a health hazard. Therefore, schedule regular cleaning and waste removal. You should also monitor chemical levels and fresh water supply.
For high foot traffic sites, such as festivals or conferences, servicing daily or twice daily is highly recommended and for smoother running and flow for events. On smaller or low-use event sites, every few days might suffice.
It’s also advisable to hire a few handwash stations to place alongside the toilets to support good hygiene.
If you want hassle-free portable toilet hire in Melbourne with the right unit for your site, reach out to Sani Hire now for options, with pricing details and on-site advice.