What if staff work in remote workplaces without suitable plumbing and a water supply?
You may need to provide chemical toilets and washing facilities, such as water containers. What if my employees are working at temporary worksites? ‘So far as is reasonably practicable’ you need to provide flushing toilets and running water. Portable cabins converted into toilet facilities are available from hire companies. If this is not possible, consider alternatives such as chemical toilets and water containers. Use of public toilets and washing facilities should be a last resort and not used just because they are the cheaper option. This would not be acceptable where the provision of better facilities would be reasonably practicable. Do I need to provide drinking water? Yes. The law requires that you provide drinking water and ensure that: • it is free from contamination and is preferably from the public water supply – bottled water dispensers are acceptable as a secondary supply; • it is easily accessible by all employees; • there are adequate supplies taking into consideration t
