First things first, check OSHA’s regulations for the State of California guidelines and the California Department of Industrial Relations website.
According to OSHA’s 29 CFR 1926.51(c) requires one portable restroom for 20 or fewer employees and adequate hand washing facilities for employees.
The California Department of Industrial Relations `1526. Toilets at Construction Jobsites: “Requires a minimum of one separate toilet facility shall be provided for every 20 employees or fraction thereof of each sex. Such facilities may include both toilets and urinals provided that the number of toilets shall not be less than one half of the minimum required number of facilities. Exception: Where there are less than 5 employees, separate toilet facilities for each sex are not required provided the toilet facilities can be locked from the inside and contain at least one toilet.”
“It has become an industry standard, and we highly recommend 1 standard restroom for every 10 workers. Help maintain a more sanitary job site!”
Employers could pay a price if they don’t provide enough toilets or keep them clean. Do your part, stay in compliance and visit both departments often to keep up to date on new laws or regulations posted.
Number of employeesMinimum number of facilities 20 or less ...1 20 or more ...1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 40 workers... 200 or more ...1 toilet seat and 1 urinal per 50 workers...