Do builders need portable shower hire?
What is a portable shower block?
Forget the notion of some eccentric, make-shift contraption as seen in the old Carry On films! At Toppla, our portable showers are clean, modern and feature a luxury interior. Perfect for installation where no permanent facilities exist, a portable shower room can offer users all the comforts of home.
When to hire a portable shower
Attendees and guests at sporting events and festivals or any public event that is held over several days, are the obvious candidates for portable shower unit hire. However, there are other situations that would benefit from portable shower facilities.
Portable shower hire for building sites
Providing portable shower facilities to construction site workers allows them to wash away any potential irritants before travelling home and will prevent them having to travel in company vehicles or their own, covered in dust and dirt. Your builders, in turn, will feel valued and appreciated.
Portable shower hire for farming sector
with more farms employing seasonal workers and with many permanent farm workers often coming into contact with chemicals and sprays, having shower units available to workers allows them to reduce the risk they are in contact with potentially harmful substances. At the end of a physically hard day, too, workers will appreciate being able to take a shower to
Portable shower hire during refurbishment projects
For some commercial settings, the presence of shower facilities is fundamental, for example in a fitness studio, public gym or swimming pool. When refurbishment work has to be carried out, providing temporary shower facilities could make the difference between having to close down while the work is being carried out, or being able to continue operating and avoid a potential loss of revenue.
Portable shower hire for home renovations
If your home is being remodeled or you are having a new bathroom installed, portable shower hire will allow family members to stay in the home while work is carried out, particularly useful if the work will take several days or weeks, or where there are young children or elderly relatives at home.
Portable shower hire for schools and colleges
Where schools and colleges welcome visiting establishments for sports competitions and events, portable shower hire allows them to maintain the correct ratio of students: showers, without the need to build extra, permanent facilities.
The benefits of portable shower unit hire
The benefits of portable showers are many, and include the following:
As an employer, your workforce will feel valued and they will know that their health and safety is your priority.
For people away from home, for example festival-goers, a portable shower offers the comforts of home, with a set temperature of 38℃. Many units also have changing room options.
Safe and secure -- the totally private, individual cubicles cannot be accessed without a key, ensuring privacy and safety to all users.
Our latest guide focuses on whether builders and construction site workers need access to portable shower facilities and, if so, why?
What is a portable shower?
A mobile shower unit is a portable bathroom containing a shower that can be installed where there are no permanent facilities. They are suitable for any location of occasion requiring showering facilities in the absence of traditional bathrooms.
Legal requirements for the construction industry
Construction is one industry that has detailed guidelines set out by the Health & Safety Executive. These guidelines state that ‘suitable and sufficient washing facilities, including showers if required by the nature of the work...’ should be available to workers onsite. The guidelines set out the nature of the facilities i.e. that showers must be single occupancy, separate cubicles that are fully lockable.
Benefits to workers and employers
While the provision of PPE for builders -- hard hats, protective gloves and boots, eye protectors and ear defenders etc. --will go a long way to keeping them safe, it doesn’t allow them to clean themselves after a long day on a filthy Site. They may come into contact with materials that are hazardous or that could cause irritations or reactions. Added to this, they may face a long return journey home before they can shower themselves off. Providing portable shower facilities lets your workers know you care enough about their well being to enable them to shower before heading home, allowing them to wash away any potential substances from their skin, and avoiding prolonged contact.
Similarly, by providing employees with shower facilities gives employers the peace of mind that their site is completely compliant and their workforce is safe.
Benefits of portable shower hire
Portable shower units offer complete flexibility to organizers, requiring only a flat surface to be sited on. They can also be moved from site to site quickly as needed, and are available for long- or short-term hire so that employees can have constant access at all times throughout a contract.
Improved worker hygiene: Construction work can be dirty and sweaty. Having access to showers allows workers to clean up before heading home, improving their personal hygiene and morale.
Convenience: Especially for large construction sites far from permanent facilities, having portable showers readily available saves workers time and travel hassle
Compliance: In some cases, depending on location and project size, there might be regulations requiring builders to provide sanitation facilities for workers on construction sites. Portable showers can help meet these requirements.
There are different options available for portable showers, including:
Single stall units: These are the most basic and affordable option, offering a private showering space for one person.
Improved Worker Morale: Construction work is dirty. Portable showers allow workers to freshen up before heading home, boosting morale and hygiene.
Multi-stall trailers: These trailers can house multiple shower stalls, ideal for larger crews. They may also come with additional amenities like toilets and changing areas.
Instant pop-up tents: these are a more lightweight and cheaper option, but may not be as durable or provide as much privacy as other options.
Bonus Tip: Portable toilets often come bundled with shower rentals for a complete on-site hygiene solution.
With a little planning, portable showers can provide a convenient and hygienic solution for your next project! To get portable shower units for your site, get in touch today by email at toiletservice@topplagroup.com.