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Emergency portable toilet hire from Fortis Hire

06 January 2025

In our latest guide, we explore the essentials of emergency portable toilet hire, helping you make informed decisions in times of need.

In the event of an emergency, access to proper toilet facilities is critically important. Whether it's a natural disaster, a large public gathering requiring sudden adjustments, or a construction site that faces unexpected delays, having portable toilets available can make a significant difference in maintaining hygiene, comfort, and dignity.

Why emergency portable toilet hire matters

Emergencies disrupt normal infrastructure, and one of the first casualties is often access to functional toilets. Without adequate facilities, issues such as poor hygiene, waste mismanagement, and health risks arise quickly. Portable toilet hire provides a solution that is:

Quick to action - portable toilets can be delivered and set up rapidly, providing immediate relief.

Sanitary - modern designs include features that promote cleanliness, such as hot and cold running water or hand sanitiser dispensers as well as waste containment systems.

Adaptable - available in a variety of sizes and types to suit different scenarios, from plastic, single use toilets to larger luxury toilet trailers.

Occasions for emergency portable toilet hire

Some common situations requiring emergency toilet hire include:

Natural disasters – floods and storms can damage or overwhelm sewage systems and require temporary solutions for individual homes and communities.

Public events - unexpectedly high attendance at outdoor events or festivals can strain existing facilities.

Construction delays - when construction projects run over schedule, on-site toilet facilities might need to be extended or supplemented.

Utility outages - power or water outages can render permanent restroom facilities inoperable.

Types of portable toilets for hire

Depending on your situation, you may need different types of portable toilets. Here are some common options from Fortis Hire:

Standard portable toilet hire – our plastic, single use portable toilets are suitable for most emergencies. These units are compact, easy to install, and include waste containment.

Luxury toilet hire luxury toilet hire offers a wide choice of toilet trailers comprising traditional flushing toilets and handwashing facilities with hot and cold running water. From the compact luxury 1 plus 1 unit to the luxury 8-bay toilet, all our units have individual, lockable cubicles and are available as emergency portable toilet hire

Disabled toilet hire - designed to accommodate individuals with mobility challenges, featuring wider doors, ramps, and handrails, we offer a luxury disabled toilet unit, a luxury toilet and shower combi, an HDU, as well as a plastic disabled toilet. Our disabled toilet units also offer baby changing facilities.

Key considerations for emergency portable toilet hire

When hiring emergency portable toilets, keep the following in mind:

How many portable toilets do I need? - as a general rule, you’ll need at least one toilet for every 10-20 people over an 8-hour period. For larger events or prolonged emergencies, increase the ratio. Our individual unit descriptions will tell you the capacity of each toilet trailer as a guide.

Placement – all we need is a flat location that can be accessed by our delivery vehicles.

Servicing - regular cleaning and waste disposal are crucial to maintaining hygiene, and at Fortis Hire, we will arrange to empty, service and maintain the toilets throughout the hire period, emptying and disposing of all waste. 

Hygiene supplies - all the units come equipped with soap (or hand sanitiser), hand lotion, toilet paper, and paper towels. We can also restock supplies as required.

Benefits of planning ahead

While the nature of emergencies makes them unpredictable, event coordinators, operation managers, and facilities manager should have a contingency plan to save time and stress when an emergency does occur. Partnering with a trusted portable toilet supplier like Fortis Hire, in advance, allows for swift action when an emergency strikes.

If you would like more information about any aspect of our emergency portable toilet hire, please send an email to sales@fortishire.co.uk or give our friendly team a call on 01525 643850
 

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