It's no surprise that construction sites can be incredibly messy. Whether you're constructing a 10-story building or a one-floor house, it’s crucial to maintain a sanitary job site. A lot of items are passed between workers, and if your team gets sick, it can delay progress. Understanding the benefits of portable toilets and other products is a great place to start. Here are several ways to keep the site clean.

How to Keep a Construction Site Sanitary

1. Trash and Recycling Bins

As construction waste collects, they’ll attract mice and other pests. Coupled with food wrappers and discarded soda cans, you can quickly develop an onsite infestation. Place trash and recycling bins around the job site and empty them each evening. It’s helpful to also post a sheet on the bins noting recyclable items so you reduce the eco-impact of the construction site.

2. Portable Toilets

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends one portable toilet per every 20 workers. This ensures everyone has ample space to use the restroom so the construction site stays clean. Make sure to stock plenty of toilet paper and hand sanitizer, and wipe down door handles regularly. Establish a pumping schedule with the portable toilet rental company as well so waste doesn’t buildup.

3. Hand-Washing Stations

Your team is working with their hands all day, so it's hard to keep them clean. Along with portable toilets, rent hand-washing stations so your team can wash chemicals, adhesives, and other buildup from their hands before passing tools off, eating, or interacting with one another. Add a station near eating areas and one near the portable toilets.

For all your portable toilet needs, turn to Apollo Portable Toilets & Pumping Service LLC. Based in Mexico, MO, these professionals provide quality portable toilet rentals and hand-washing stations perfect for job sites and private events. They’re proud to also offer sewage and waste pumping, so call (573) 581-6306 to discuss rental options. Visit their website to learn more about their services.