5 Essential Features Every Workplace Washroom Should Have
A good workplace washroom needs to do more than simply look clean. It should provide the right facilities for people to dispose of waste hygienically, wash and dry their hands properly and use the bathroom comfortably throughout the day.
Whether you manage an office, school, restaurant, warehouse or public facility, these five features form the foundation of a cleaner, more pleasant and better maintained washroom.
1. Hygienic Sanitary Disposal Bins
Sanitary bins are one of the most important facilities in any workplace washroom. They provide a discreet and hygienic way for sanitary products to be disposed of rather than being placed in general waste bins or flushed down the toilet.
Australian workplace guidance recognises hygienic sanitary disposal as an important part of suitable toilet facilities. Beyond providing the bin itself, servicing frequency is also important. An overflowing or poorly maintained sanitary unit can quickly create hygiene and odour problems.
Sanokil provides slimline sanitary disposal units designed to fit neatly alongside toilets. At each scheduled service, the entire unit is exchanged for a freshly sanitised unit rather than simply replacing the liner inside the cubicle. Sanokil also offers automatic sanitary bins for businesses wanting a touch-free disposal option.
2. Reliable Soap and Handwashing Facilities
Effective handwashing is one of the basics of good washroom hygiene, which means soap dispensers need to be easy to access, reliable and regularly replenished.
Commercial washrooms can see hundreds of users each day, so dispensers designed for high-traffic environments can help reduce problems such as empty soap bottles and damaged equipment. Sanokil’s soap dispensers use quality biodegradable foam soap and are available with touch-free options to reduce unnecessary touch points.
Regular servicing also means dispensers can be checked and refilled before running empty.
3. An Effective Way to Dry Hands
Providing soap is only part of the handwashing process. Washroom users also need an effective and convenient way to dry their hands.
Depending on the type of workplace, this might mean paper hand towels, an automatic hand dryer or a combination of both. High-traffic facilities should also consider capacity so that bins do not continually fill with used paper and dispensers are less likely to run empty during busy periods.
Sanokil supplies a range of hand towels, paper dispensers and commercial hand dryers, allowing businesses to choose an option suited to the size and usage of their washroom.
4. Toilet and Urinal Hygiene
Regular cleaning is essential, but the right washroom equipment can help maintain toilets and urinals between scheduled cleans.
Urinal and WC sanitising systems can help control bacteria, scale and the sources of unpleasant odours. Sanokil also provides urinal eco-mats that help deodorise urinals and reduce grime and build-up.
For shared or high-traffic toilets, toilet seat cleaners can provide users with an additional way to clean the seat before use, helping create a more comfortable washroom experience.
5. Effective Odour Control
Smell has a major influence on how people perceive a washroom. Even a bathroom that has recently been cleaned can create a poor impression if unpleasant odours remain.
The first step should always be identifying the source. Sanitary and nappy bins, urinals, drains, plumbing, ventilation and general waste can all contribute to washroom odours. Air fresheners should complement good cleaning and servicing rather than simply masking an underlying problem.
Sanokil’s air freshener service uses programmable fan-powered units to maintain a pleasant fragrance without relying on aerosol dispensers.
Creating a Better Workplace Washroom
A well-equipped washroom combines good cleaning with the right facilities and a reliable servicing schedule. Sanitary disposal, handwashing, hand drying, toilet hygiene and odour control all work together to create a washroom that is cleaner, easier to maintain and more comfortable for everyone who uses it.
Sanokil provides commercial washroom hygiene services to businesses across Australia, including sanitary bins, soap dispensers, hand hygiene products, toilet and urinal hygiene and odour control. Contact our team to discuss the right combination of washroom services for your workplace.
