Porta Johns for Road Construction Sites

April 30th, 2013

OSHA Portable Restroom Compliance

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) strictly monitors compliance with regulations regarding measures in place to ensure the safety and well-being of the workers. In ongoing construction projects for roads and interstate highways, exposure to a broad range of elements and tasks endanger the lives of the workers, particularly the laborers. Building manholes, laying ground pipes for sewers, water lines and storm drains, as well as removing hazardous wastes are only some of the menial tasks that construction laborers undertake as part of their road construction work. The more skilled workers handle heavy equipment and even handle explosives to prepare a job site for building tunnels and roads. The most common threats to the safety of both skilled and unskilled workers are road or highway accidents caused by drunk drivers, wayward and speeding vehicles and inattentive road users.

In view of unfortunate accidents arising from such hazardous working conditions, OSHA inspectors frequently visit constructions sites particularly those that involve building of infrastructures. Not a few project managers for construction projects tend to cut down on costs, by complying with the OSHA requirements just for show, until the local building code inspector has conducted the routine pre-approval site inspection. Thereafter, the number of Porta johns, for one, will not increase even when the construction company recruits more workers once full blast construction activities are underway.

Some construction workers are knowledgeable about their basic rights, and could likely complain to the OSHA about the insufficiency of sanitation facilities. OSHA inspectors therefore, will again visit the site to verify the genuineness of the complaint before serving the construction company with a notification of their violation. In some cases, the OSHA inspector will uncover more violations during the next rounds of inspection, in addition the complaint regarding insufficiency of toilet provisions.

Road and highway constructions, albeit situated in outdoor areas, still have to comply with the regulations for sanitation facilities. Such facilities should include a hand-washing station if the portable toilets installed do not include a sink. Some Porta johns have foot operated flushing system but this is only to prevent the workers from touching unclean surfaces inside the restroom. Hand washing stations or even shower stalls allow workers to clean themselves up, after performing tasks that involve handling of hazardous or germ-carrying substances and materials.

Toilets provide the appropriate receptacles for human wastes to ensure proper disposal. Otherwise, the OSHA will in turn inform the local Environmental Protection Department, as this government unit looks after the protection of natural resources. Improper and/or excessive disposal of human waste poses harm not only to the workers but can also degrade the quality of the soil. Water runoffs can likewise carry the waste matters to canals, streams and rivers and therefore cause water pollution.

By not observing a basic regulation, construction companies could encounter problems not only with the OSHA but also with other governmental agencies. This is view of the statistical records of past accidents and incidences, which led to conclusions that construction sites are one of the most dangerous workplaces.

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Porta Johns – Helping New Jersey Homeowners Help Friends in Superstorm Sandy’s Aftermath

April 25th, 2013

Superstorm Sandy

Some New Jersey homeowners were lucky enough to come out unscathed when Superstorm Sandy hit the region. In the aftermath, and their homes spared of the major devastation, many found it in their hearts to take in friends who lived in badly hit areas and whose homes did not survive the hurricane's wrath. The inconvenience of sharing one's home to families that suddenly turned homeless was nothing, compared to what their friends had to go through, even months after the disastrous event. Besides, inconveniences such as the lack of adequate sanitation facilities were not difficult to deal with.

All they needed to do was to arrange with a toilet rental company to furnish them with Porta johns that can provide the sanitation needs of two or more families. After all, renting temporary toilets is not something new to them, since they have done so before when they hosted large parties. The only difference was that the guests were on an extended stay until after they could go home or find a FEMA-assisted hotel room to stay in, while their house was undergoing rebuilding or repairs.

Inasmuch as their experience in renting temporary toilet facilities was more than satisfactory, they merely called up the same service provider; soon enough, the Porta john rentals were in place. The entire process of renting temporary toilets is easy because there is always a representative available to work out the restroom solution needed by a customer. Moreover, there are several types of restrooms to choose from, including the highly appealing trailer units. Nonetheless, the situation was one in which every member of the family cooperated to make the solution work, as well as keep the cost of renting additional toilets at a minimal amount.

A standard portable restroom provided a practical solution, since it is roomy enough to use for other purposes other than to relieve one's self. The cubicle is fully enclosed and a latch from the inside ensures the privacy of the occupant. The interior has adequate ventilation and illumination as provided by the pipe vents and the translucent roofing material. The floors are slip free even when wet, which allowed some of the guests to take a bath inside the cubicle by bringing in his or her own supply of water.

Actually, the kids found the restroom cubicles a novelty and it was safe enough for them to use. The sanitation technician made sure that the ground on which to install the temporary toilet is flat and stable. The cubicle itself had no sharp edges or abraded surfaces that could cause harm. The technician even demonstrated how to access the emergency entry in case a child accidentally locks him or herself up inside the cubicle.

One of the advantages seen by homeowners in renting a temporary facility during this type of emergency is that it prevented their bathrooms and septic systems from overuse. Such an occurrence could have resulted to bigger problems. Since the sanitation crew assigned to the Porta john regularly cleaned and maintained the units, the homeowners had no problems over waste disposal and unpleasant odors, which could have elicited complaints coming from neighbors.

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Porta Johns for Construction Field Offices

April 24th, 2013

Sandy's aftermath is still leaving a large trail of construction

A flurry of heavy construction activities went underway at the height of New Jersey's post-Sandy clean-up efforts. These were mostly projects involving repairs of water and sewer lines; sewage or water treatment facilities and plants; de-clogging of pipes and drainages; and beach dredging, Engineers and city planners were often at the construction field office assessing the progress and conferring with the site supervisors. Field offices at construction facilities are quite important because it also houses employee break areas where workers take their lunch, access the temporary portable toilets and stash their personal belongings in a locker room. Inasmuch as Porta johns form part of the field office, it is important that the facilities are always clean and free from any unpleasant odors.

One of the important aspects of logistics in construction projects is to identify reputable contractors and suppliers. This is to ensure that the facilities and goods furnished conform to all project specifications; and in accordance with the regulations imposed by government regulatory bodies. The bottom line here is that the site supervisors and project managers has to stay focused on the ongoing project and its needs. Contractors, therefore, must see to the upkeep and continuance of the facilities they provide in the most satisfactory manner.

Porta john rentals for one require the most attention not only as a matter of compliance with local sanitation codes and OSHA regulations, but for the very purpose, it serves. Any unpleasant smell emanating from unclean and poorly kept sanitation facilities is an indication of poor logistics planning, which reflects on the construction company. Even construction workers will form doubts over the construction company's willingness or ability to invest on facilities that will ensure the project's continuance. Undervaluing the importance of portable toilet facilities by contracting service providers based on price quotes instead of reputation, could result in unfavorable repercussions. Any adverse impact could affect the timely completion of a project.

Identifying the Reputable Sanitation Facility Service Providers

First off, Porta john rental companies are a dime a dozen in most U.S. states, so to speak; but not all lasts long enough to become mainstays in the industry. Customers make it a point not to re-engage a sanitation rental company if the units installed and the sanitation services rendered are unreliable. After all, as hosts or business operators themselves, they are the recipients of complaints pertaining to unsanitary and non-efficient restroom facilities.

Toilet rental companies generally have the same types of units to offer potential customers; but the difference lies on how they maintain and deploy their units. Topnotch companies segregate their inventories according to the purpose by which customers arrange for temporary toilets. They segregate those deployed at construction sites from the ones that they deliver at social gatherings, in which users tend to be finicky. As a matter of procedure, the units scheduled for deployment undergo rigid inspection to ensure that these are in good working condition, as well as meet the requirements of the occasion or of the customer's purpose.

In a construction field office, the aesthetic quality of the temporary toilet facilities is only secondary. The most important aspect is the excellence of the sanitation services rendered by the sanitation crew, who sees to the cleanliness and efficiency of the rented Porta johns at the site.

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A Look at the Porta Johns in New Jersey’s Post-Sandy Rebuilding Sites

April 23rd, 2013

Superstorm Aftermath

After Superstorm Sandy hit New Jersey, media reports were full of photos showing the extent of damages wrought by the mega hurricane in New Jersey boroughs and towns. The full coverage stirred the hearts of many and brought an outpour of sympathy, donations and/or financial assistance from every sector. Today, the post-Sandy rebuilding efforts no longer hog the headlines but it is worthwhile to see the outcome of the NJ people's resiliency and concerted efforts to rebuild their communities. This coming summer most of New Jersey's towns and cities will be ready to receive their annual visitors.

Post-Sandy rebuilding activities are still ongoing and the crew of volunteers and construction workers are doubling their efforts, in order to complete major restorations before the summer visitors arrive. Jersey Shore's beaches have reverted to their former glory as the cleanest beaches in the world. The Department of Environmental Protection continues to monitor and test the quality of New Jersey's recreational water to ensure the safety of beach bathers. This is in view of the problems caused by badly damaged sewage treatment plants, which inadvertently released a great amount of untreated sewage wastes.

To avoid aggravating the conditions and to keep Jersey Shore's recreational waters safe for the summer beach visitors, the community made sure that construction and volunteer workers have their own fleet of Porta johns and portable showers to meet their sanitation needs. It is also important for the providers of temporary restroom facilities to comply with the usual sanitation code regulations regarding toilet rentals. This includes checking of toilet components, such as pumps, holding tanks, water connection and the like, to ensure that all systems are working efficiently. The maintenance crew must repair any defects or pull-out the defective unit and replace it with a unit that is in good working condition. The sanitation crew must pump out the contents of the wastewater holding tanks and clean the emptied containers. As part of the regular maintenance and cleaning services, the sanitation crew cleans and disinfects the toilet compartments and its fixtures, as well as sees to it that all portable restroom units have adequate supply of water, soap and paper towels.

Users of portable toilets should know that toilet rental companies keep their inventory of Porta johns for construction site, separate from those that the company deploys for social gatherings or business affairs. It is necessary for the rental company to keep the portable restrooms for social and business affairs always looking like new, since guests and customers tend to be more discriminating and at times, hard to please.

In knowing this, visitors coming in for the summer should not be wary of the Porta johns they will find lined-up at Jersey Shore's beaches and boardwalks, as those are not the same Porta potty rentals used for the rebuilding sites. Although the sanitation rental providers regularly clean and inspect the units currently used by the construction and volunteer workers, they maintain their policy of separating the units deployed for construction sites and for recreational or social use.

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Renting Porta Johns in NJ, When Funds Cannot Meet the Costs of Restroom Repairs

April 18th, 2013

Restroom Rentals save the Day

New Jersey businesses near beachfront facilities are trying their best to complete their post-Sandy rebuilding projects before summer arrives. Some were able to take out loans, which they can use for rebuilding their establishment; but the funds are simply not enough to meet all necessary costs of repairs. Most of them decided to defer restroom repairs as a practicable action, in view of the current water usage restrictions. The mandate requires New Jerseyans to limit water usage particularly if it entails adding further burden to the sewage treatment plants that are currently in poor working conditions. Nevertheless, they are aware that they have to furnish customers with adequate and clean restrooms. Thus, the renting of Porta johns and shower stalls from a reputable portable sanitation provider, was decided as the best alternative solution.

A lot of summer festivals and activities lined up for this year aim to provide visitors the same summer experience that they look forward to every year. Jersey Shore beaches are one of the cleanest in the world, which is one reason why annual parades, marathons, festivals and conventions held in New Jersey, attract many participants coming from all across the globe. For most New Jersey business establishments, the incoming summer months present income-generating opportunities they should take advantage of.

Deciding to rent clean portable restrooms from reputable companies is a wise business decision. Those who usually visit New Jersey during the summer might have second thoughts in pursuing their annual plans, mainly because of the current restriction in water usage and poor condition of NJ's sewage treatment plants. Not unless they are aware that portable restrooms will be available for their use. Temporary restroom rentals are now commonplace as these are popular features in athletic meets, fund-raising events, corporate events and classy outdoor celebrations.

Not surprisingly so, because the toilet cubicles smell fresh and clean. Each unit has pipe vents that allow adequate ventilation inside the enclosure, while translucent roofing materials provide illumination. The interiors do not have the stale musty smell caused by mildew, since the walls and floors are made of non-permeable polyethylene materials that prevent moisture build-up. The best types of temporary Porta johns to install are those outfitted with foot pump-operated flushing and running water systems; because customers can use the facility without the need to touch any of the surfaces.

Reputable sanitation rental companies observe timeliness in rendering the necessary cleaning and maintenance services, in order to keep the restroom hygienic and functioning properly. A sanitation crew comprised of well-trained staff makes it a point to haul the effluent from every unit's holding tank, to prevent emissions of unpleasant odor inside the cubicle and in the surrounding area. Moreover, the sanitation crew inspects all systems and fixtures regularly to eliminate any possibility of clogging, backflows or flooding.

Business owners and managers can have peace of mind that the restrooms in place are in the best condition and can satisfy even their most discriminating customers. That way, the staff and management can devote their full attention to their customers, as they go full blast with their recovery plans this coming summer.

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Porta Johns – Helping NJ Businesses Carry On While Rebuilding

April 18th, 2013

Damages Due to Superstorm Sandy

Months after Superstorm Sandy hit the Jersey Shore and left many homes and buildings burdened by the resulting damages, many businesses and offices are still struggling to carry-on with their activities. The damage to New Jersey sewage treatment plants brought about the mandatory restrictions in the use of water, as a way to avoid water shortage and stressing the sewage facilities in their area. The problem is not without a solution though. Providers of rentable sanitation facilities have helped many NJ businesses cope by installing clean and reliable Porta johns, which employees and customer can use without violating the mandatory water conservation.

Temporary restroom rentals make use of clean recycled water, and therefore lower the demand for water supply. The sanitation crew pumps out and hauls the effluent from the portable toilet's holding tanks, as part of the services rendered. Such services lessen the amount of wastewater channeled through the building's septic systems and the community's sewage facilities.

Portable toilet rental companies can help businesses comply with the current water restrictions in several ways, and at the same time meet the regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Clean, sufficient and reliable Porta johns come in different models and features and every business can tailor-fit the restroom rental according to their needs. Some may have available and accessible outdoor spaces that pose as suitable spots on which to install the standard portable toilets. Offices located in high-rise buildings have restrooms that are intact but not completely usable due to the current water restrictions.

There are portable toilets that have flushable commodes and running water system that operate like a regular restroom in any commercial establishment. The faucets have water saving motion sensors to prevent the unnecessary flow of water if not in use. The toilet's flushing system makes use of non-hazardous chemicals that help in dissolving wastes and permitting low water usage. To allow for hands-free operation, customers can opt for restrooms that have foot pump-operated flushing and running water systems. Another option to consider in portable toilet rental is the luxury trailer restroom, which features a waterless urinal. It is also a hands-free contraption, since the toilet system automatically drains out the waste by force of gravity and sends the liquid to its own treatment container.

Cleaning the restroom is another aspect that demands a great amount of water usage, inasmuch as unsanitary restrooms are the easiest places in which microorganisms thrive and survive. Portable toilets are made of polyethylene material that is easy to clean and disinfect. It does not require thorough scrubbing and rinsing because the walls and floors are non-porous and therefore have fewer propensities for absorption. The non-porous quality also helps prevent moisture build-up, which is the most common cause of mold and mildew.

Providing employees with clean Porta johns can help them cope with normalcy in carrying out and performing their tasks in the midst of all the post-Sandy rebuilding efforts. Business owners and managers have peace of mind in finding a simple solution to the mandatory water restriction, without hampering their efforts to put life back into their business.

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Providing Porta Johns for Women in Construction Workplaces

April 16th, 2013

OSHA Requires Employers to Have Separate Bathrooms for each Gender

Women construction workers are now commonplace as many find work at construction sites as surveyors, welders, ironworkers, electricians, painters and the like. The availability of Porta johns poses as a problem, only if the employer is not aware that there are now workable solutions in providing female workers with appropriate sanitation facilities. This is in view of the regulation imposed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), which requires employers to make available separate toilet facilities for each gender.

Actually, the regulation is not as rigid, which some tend to misconstrue since providing separate toilets depend on the type of sanitation facilities available. If the restroom is, a single-occupancy type of facility with at least one water closet and lockable from the inside, there is no need to provide separate restrooms for each gender. The OSHA further requires employers to ensure that toilet facilities are clean and in good working condition, since the main objective of providing such facilities is to protect the health of the workers in general. Moreover, each facility must have adequate supplies of water and toiletries such as soap and paper towels.

The advent of portable toilet rentals made it easier for construction companies to comply with this OSHA regulation. They can simply coordinate with a provider of temporary toilets to install single occupancy restrooms that meet OSHA's requirements. Women construction workers can have their privacy since each Porta potty unit is lockable from the inside and have occupancy indicators. The solid polyethylene wall panels that fully enclose each cubicle do not have cracks or crevices; thus, providing them better protection against malicious peepholes. Pipe vents are in place to allow for proper ventilation, while the translucent roofing materials permit natural light to enter and furnish adequate illumination in the cubicle's interior.

Inasmuch as women users need more space for their personal and hygienic practices, the interior is roomy enough at its standard size of 85 cubic feet. As much as 70 gallons of water supply allotment is available for maximum usage, which the service crew replenishes between servicing schedules. Paper towels, hand soap and trash receptacle are likewise common features, which temporary restroom providers include as amenities.

Some Porta john rentals are specifically for high-rise construction projects as these have sturdier features that allow lifting by way of heavy-duty crane slings. Each unit contains a toilet with privacy door and a urinal. This denotes that each portable toilet unit can accommodate two types of users at the same time, which therefore optimizes the use of each cubicle especially for a construction workforce comprising both male and female workers.

The most important advantage of renting portable toilets is the service furnished by the sanitation provider to keep the units clean and well maintained. A sanitation crew assigned to a particular construction site performs the tasks of disinfecting, replenishing of water supply and emptying out effluent in holding tanks at regular intervals. Most construction firms nowadays, have no prejudice or reservations in hiring women workers, since providing sanitation facilities for them no longer pose as a complex problem.

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Porta Johns – Prerequisites for Building Permit Inspection at Construction Sites

April 11th, 2013

What to know when renting a Porta John at a construction site

Cities and municipalities regard construction sites as sources of solid wastes and pollutants, which can have undesirable effects in the surrounding areas and the environment as a whole. Water runoffs and wind are capable of carrying all types of wastes and materials found in construction sites. Some substances contain harmful compositions that can seep into the ground. Inasmuch as all these can pose as hazards to the health and safety of the community, local building codes require the installation of Porta johns, trash receptacles, perimeter fencing, as well as erosion and dust controls, before construction sites commence with their building activities.

The matter of selecting providers of temporary toilets requires careful scrutiny, because building permit inspectors will likewise check if there are systems and measures in place to keep the sanitation facilities hygienic and odor-free. Sanitation services must include regular pumping, hauling and unloading of wastes in proper dumpsites. Construction site managers must make certain that service providers, employ highly trained and certified sanitation crew and that they make use of safe and reliable equipment.

They should also make sure that the portable toilet provider installed the units on stable and flat ground surfaces to avoid untoward accidents that may cause harm to workers or result to spillage of wastes. Moreover, the matter of placing the units in areas that are accessible and suitable for all types of weather condition, is vital in protecting the health of workers and in maintaining work-efficiency at the job-site.

The number of units in place must be sufficient to minimize downtime, as there are instances in which workers have to wait in line or go back and forth from their posts. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires employers to make available, a sufficient number of clean and usable toilets, based on the number of workers. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) recommend at least one Porta john unit for every 10 workers. However, site managers must take into consideration the distance, and the time it takes for workers to travel from their job post to the location of the portable toilet facility. Evaluating such factors can help the manager decide whether it is necessary to add more units or to re-position the location of the temporary restrooms.

For job sites involving construction of high-rise buildings, accessibility of portable restrooms in elevated areas could pose as a problem as work progresses. It is important therefore to check if the service provider can include sturdy Porta potties, which are convertible into sling-type restrooms. Such features allow the safe transport of the units to higher locations with the use of a heavy-duty crane sling.

Building site inspectors visit a construction site as part of the approval process but only when the required items, particularly the Porta johns are already in place and ready for inspection. That way, the site inspector can thoroughly check the suitability, adequacy, reliability and the safety of the prerequisites. This is in line with the inspector's duty to issue a certification regarding the construction site's compliance, particularly with the necessary requirements for maintaining the premises and the surrounding areas, sanitary and hazard-free.

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ADA Compliant Porta Johns in Evacuation Shelters

April 11th, 2013

Wheelchair Accessible Porta Johns

State and local governments learned many lessons from past major disasters, most of which were borne out of tragic incidents. Back then, evacuating and providing shelter to people with disabilities and to the elderly, presented difficulties to emergency responders who were not prepared to handle unusual situations. Even the evacuation centers were ill equipped in providing better accommodations and conditions for people with special needs. Disaster response plans had very little if no provisions at all, for those with impaired mobility, visual disability and people receiving in-house medical care. There were unfortunate cases in which the course of actions taken included bringing the disabled persons to inappropriate institutions and facilities. Such actions only aggravated the stress that persons with special needs were going through in a critical situation, while separated from their families.

Things have changed though, since there are now disaster shelters devoted to caring for handicapped individuals and those with special needs. Food, medical equipment, ADA Porta johns, translators, Braille computers, nurse aides and vans modified to allow loading of wheelchairs, are examples of improvements made, in order to make their stay in disaster relief centers safe and more manageable.

Some have special needs for hospital beds as part of their health care requirements. These types of bed have adjustable foot and head sections, in order to provide the ADA person the comfort he or she receives even under normal circumstances. Common medical devices such as blood pressure monitors, oxygen tanks, nebulizers, IV poles and the like, are now available in evacuation centers. Thus, volunteer nurses and healthcare providers are finding it easier to render their medical knowhow, in giving care and attention to disabled and elderly persons.

Although some have disabilities, they could move around and fend for themselves with minimal assistance from health care workers. The modified facilities in place give families peace of mind in knowing that their loved one can cope with the temporary situation while at the evacuation shelter. Some examples of such modifications include bariatric beds and chairs, wheelchairs or walkers, and ADA compliant temporary restrooms. The shelters also make allowances for the animals that serve as guide dogs to those with visual or hearing impairment.

The ADA Porta johns are large and roomy enough for those that move around with the use of wheelchair. The wide and ground level entryways allow access to the toilet facilities without the need for assistance. The interior has non-skid floors and grab bars, while the faucet, soap dispenser and paper towels are within range of their reach based on specified standards for ADA compliant sanitation facilities.

In the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy, families whose homes and utility systems needed repairs, found it necessary to rent and install ADA compliant toilets upon returning to their home. That way, their disabled family member can have easier access to sanitation facilities, while the house is still undergoing repairs. Navigating inside homes badly damaged by the natural calamity, presented difficult situations, especially if their family member had mobility issues.

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Porta Johns – A Significant Necessity in Times of Disasters

April 9th, 2013

Super Storm Sandy's Effects Still Linger, Rent a Porta John if your Bathroom Isn't Up and Running Again

By FEMA's estimate, Superstorm Sandy ravaged around 72,000 homes and business establishments in New Jersey alone. Months after the major disaster, many of New Jersey's families are still feeling the effects of the devastation, as some of them still live in makeshift tent cities, in temporary rooms or living in with friends or relatives. The damage sustained by major sewage treatment plants worsened their conditions. The impairment of the said facilities resulted to restrictions in the use of water in order to ease out the burden dealt with by at the damaged treatment plants. In light of this situation, the installation of rented Porta johns in temporary shelters became a necessity, as a means to keep the surrounding areas clean and free from unpleasant odor.

The matter of renting portable restrooms is significant not only in terms of furnishing sanitation facilities where water is limited or unavailable. It is also about carrying out proper waste disposal measures especially in temporary living conditions, where septic and water systems are not available. Purchasing portable toilets may be a cheaper alternative over renting, but it is not the ultimate solution to the problem. There is also the need to comply with sanitation regulations when it comes to proper waste disposal.

Toilet rental companies assign sanitation crews and equipment to take care of the portable restrooms while deployed at installation sites. The crew sees to it that there is enough supply of water to keep the units in good working condition. They also take care of the effluent once the holding tanks have reached the capacity level, as they take on the responsibility of pumping out, hauling and bringing the effluent to a wastewater treatment plant or to an authorized dumpsite. Moreover, it is important that trained and certified personnel carry out such tasks to ensure proper execution, as well as avoid any untoward incidents or mishaps.

Although some types of Porta johns come in the form of self-contained flushing portable toilets, these also require servicing once the holding tank meets the allowed number times by which the 15-gallon capacity of treated water is recycled. As a self-contained flushing commode, it means that the water supply contains the right type and sufficient amount of chemical solution that will dissolve solid waste and recycle the water during the flushing process. The sanitation crew will empty the holding tank, perform routine checking to ensure that the portable toilet is still in good working condition, and then replenish the serviced unit with a fresh supply of water and chemical solution.

The situation in temporary shelters is difficult enough as it is but can still worsen if disease-causing bacteria will cause the spread of diseases. This is one reason why the installation and use of portable toilets also entails great responsibility in maintaining the units clean, odor-free and in reliable conditions to avoid the dire but preventable consequences. Reputable providers of Porta john rentals make sure that all deployed units will undergo proper sanitation procedures, by making their sanitation crews accountable but commensurately rewarded for their excellent services.

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Get Ready For the Hunt of your Life!

April 4th, 2013

Porta Potty Rentals for Easter Egg-Hunts in New Jersey's Farms and Orchards

Easter egg-hunt organizers consider New Jersey's farms and orchards as ideal venues for holding egg-hunting activities. Farms have a vast tract of lands that furnish more than enough open spaces where families can run around gleefully, looking for colored eggs. Moreover, farms have other attractions and offerings to delight visitors taking time off from their city life. However, organizers have to check out the sufficiency of the restrooms or Porta potty rentals in their venues, as there may not be enough to meet the needs of both the egg-hunt participants and the farm customers. Otherwise, lack of adequate, accessible and clean Porta potty rental facilities to use, will make parents think twice about bringing their children to another Easter egg-hunt held in an NJ farm.

The average size of a New Jersey farm is around 29 acres and can even be as big as 55 acres. Part of a New Jersey farm market, is a giant maze of market stands and wide-open animal pastures. One could just imagine the consternation of parents who cannot find a Porta potty rental near enough, as soon as their kids start hollering that they have to go and do their thing. Event organizers, therefore, must make sure to put in place additional Porta john rental units, since the farm has to comply with strict USDA regulations pertaining to food distribution and handling activities. This includes requiring both workers and visitors to wash their hands properly; as well as the necessity of the Porta potty rentals to meet the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) standards, in eliminating microbial sources.

In view of this, the provider of the temporary toilet facilities must be of good repute, as the rental arrangement should include the competent and timely service of a well-trained sanitation crew. Proper waste disposal is always necessary, which can only be guaranteed if the members of the service crew in attendance are certified sanitation technicians. Some Porta john rental providers even have built-in alarm systems in their service truck. The alarm system will alert the service crew to render the necessary sanitation services that will keep the Porta potty rentals in good working conditions, while at the site.

Inasmuch as there will be children running and darting back and forth, the Porta john Rental Company must make sure that the temporary toilets are firmly installed. The unit itself must be free from sharp edges and corners, while the floor must be slip-free to avoid, if not prevent any potential harm to the young egg-hunting participants. It would also be wise to choose a temporary restroom provider that offers units that have an unlock mechanism from the outside. This is in case a child is unable to unlock the portable commode from the inside.

Taking part in Easter egg-hunts organized in farms spells lots of fun, but it also means the whole family will get their hands dirtied. Since hand washing is a requirement strictly observed in farms, organizers should also consider making hand-washing stations easily accessible to the participants. A wise choice is the new model of Porta john rental that has a built-in sink outfitted with foot-pump operated running water and a foot operated toilet-flushing system. That way, the egg-hunt participants, especially the children, can avoid touching unclean Porta potty surfaces.

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Providing Eco Friendly Porta Johns for Green Construction Projects

April 4th, 2013

Green construction projects are those that employ green building practices to put up and develop edifices and structures that have less adverse impact on the occupants, its settings and the environment as a whole. Such practices will result to cost efficiency, optimized use of water, electricity and natural resources; as well as minimize, if not eliminate the potential hazards to human health and the natural surroundings whether on land, water or air. The application of green practices must involve the entire life cycle of the building, starting with the spatial location that the built structure will occupy, to the concept and schemes of how the structure will look and function, through the actual construction activities including renovation and reuse of discarded materials.

In order to attain such objectives and goals, green building construction proponents and actors must coordinate, collaborate and come into agreement with individuals and entities that understand and share the same interests in constructing green edifices. This include providers of the Porta johns and their responsibility in addressing one of the basic concerns in green construction sites, which is waste containment and its proper disposal.

Inasmuch as the supplier of portable toilets shares common interests and goals with the green builder, the toilet facilities installed must likewise function in the greenest ways possible. A portable commode's flushing system for one utilizes less amount of water, when compared to the amount of water used by permanent toilet fixtures. This is mainly because the water used for flushing contains biodegradable and eco-friendly substances that aid in breaking down wastes. The water additives also act on harmful bacteria that could cause the spread of diseases. Portable toilets make use of clean recycled water as a method of conserving fresh water coming from natural sources, while provisions for paper towels are of recycled paper materials.

The cubicle itself requires less water usage for cleaning and disinfecting purposes, because the entire unit is made of non-permeable polyethylene materials that do not promote mold and mildew formation. Stain removal involves a simple process of wiping off the marks and or discolorations with the use of eco-friendly cleaning substances. Urinals can come in the form of waterless contraptions that direct liquid waste to its own treatment cistern, and exits to outflow pipes connected to the sewage or septic outlets. As far as energy use is concerned, standard Porta johns harness the natural light given off by the sun as it passes through the cubicle's translucent roofing material.

Porta john rentals as part of a green building project minimizes the impact of harsh working conditions that can cause stress or discomfort to the workers. The latter have peace of mind in knowing that there are accessible, hygienic and reliable sanitation facilities, which they can use to relieve themselves in comfort and with utmost privacy. Moreover, the movable features of temporary toilets allow their transfer to areas deemed as more accessible, once work progresses to other sections or levels of the green edifice under construction. Doing so lessens the time spent by workers just to breach the distance that separates the sanitation facility, from their current construction posts.

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Port a Potty Rentals For Event Planning

April 2nd, 2013

Port a Potty Rental at "Parada San Juan Bautista" in Camden, New Jersey

Now more than ever, the State of New Jersey has to bring together its community of different cultures and background, in order to strengthen the solidarity between New Jersey citizens and the government. The "Parada San Juan Bautista" or "St. John the Baptist Parade" in Camden honors the Puerto Rican community members in both public and private sectors. Many of whom, contribute either voluntary services or financial support in carrying out charitable work throughout New Jersey. An estimated number of more than 20,000 visitors coming from different Jersey and Puerto Rican communities will join the celebration on June 30, 2013.

Aside from the parade, the visitors will find different entertaining family and cultural events, Hispanic arts and craft exhibits, Puerto Rican games, rhythmic music, dances, authentic cuisine and other forms of Puerto Rican activities that will make their involvement all worthwhile. In line with this, organizers and business owners are making sure clean, reliable and sufficient Porta potty rentals and other sanitation facilities, are available in every venue and establishment. The main purpose of which, is to ensure that each visitor, whether young or old, physically able or handicapped, will have all the comfort he or she needs during the celebration, in order to sustain their enjoyment of the festivities.

Aside from the quantity, organizers and business owners are carefully assessing the types of port a john rental, which New Jersey service providers will install. Some Porta potty rental units have to be accessible in Camden's thoroughfares, where people will eagerly await the passing of the marching band and the decorated floats. The most awaited are the floats that carry the winners of the Miss Parada San Juan Bautista beauty pageant. After all, Puerto Ricans beauties have a reputation for often winning over all other nationalities even in the most prestigious world titles. Thus, it is only proper that the event organizers provide them with Porta potty rentals that come in the form of luxury restroom trailers, which they could use with ease and utmost privacy.

Prominent Puerto Rican senior citizens who are the pioneers and builders of Puerto Rican communities in New Jersey will also grace the occasion. Their comfort and convenience are likewise a matter of concern so they can also take part in the festivities. ADA portable toilets, specially designed to provide comfort for those with physical handicaps or mobility problems, are in fact necessary in every outdoor event. Organizers will make sure that there are Porta potty rental units that meet the special needs of the elderly and those with disabilities, by arranging for portable toilets that will allow them to bring in their wheelchair or walking aid. Business owners should checkout the rental providers, who offer restroom trailer models that feature three restroom compartments; one for the male guests, another for the female guests and the third is a Porta john section for those with handicap or specials needs. The additional restroom has a collapsible ramp, wide entryway and handlebars.

Providing clean and sufficient Porta potty rentals as sanitation facilities is not just a matter of complying with the local authority's requirements, but is also a way of showing the sincerity of the organizers' and sponsors' appreciation to the volunteers, participants, guests and attendees.

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Self-Contained Porta Johns – Practical Temporary Toilet Solutions for High Rise Condo Residents

April 2nd, 2013

Rent a Porta John while your Home is under Construction from Super Storm Sandy.

Sure enough, high-rise condominium residents were safe from flooding but they learned too late that Superstorm Sandy was capable of causing greater destruction. In spite of their emergency preparedness plans, the preparations they made were simply not enough to avoid the inconveniences brought about by the natural calamity. Although they anticipated being cut-off from the water and electrical power supply, they did not expect that a much bigger problem loomed ahead.

Most of them kept self-contained flushing Porta johns in case water becomes a problem. However, they were unable to dispose of the effluent, since the septic and sewage systems of the building was out of order as well. This was due to the impaired condition of New Jersey's sewage treatment plants, which released a considerable amount of raw sewage waste that threatened to contaminate the city's water structure. The building administrator had to have the sewage outlets shut-off, to prevent any backflow from entering the building's sanitation systems.

A self-contained flushing toilet is one that has a single holding tank that doubles as a water supply container and waste receptacle. The tank contains water treated with chemicals that can dissolve solid waste and kill most, but not all microorganisms that may be present. The water supply, usually a 15-gallon capacity, goes through a recycling process when the foot pump activates the flushing system of the portable toilet. However, the recycled and re-circulated water is only for a limited number of uses for every holding tank capacity. Thus, those who made use of this contraption when Superstorm Sandy hit their areas learned that its use as home sanitation equipment is only good, if there is a properly functioning sewage system as well.

Fortunately for most of the residents living in high-rise condominiums, temporary toilet rental companies also have self-contained flushing Porta johns to offer. The portable toilets are small enough to deploy by way of the building's service elevators to any of the condominium units, up to the highest floor levels. The best part about renting instead of buying the contraption is that it comes with a full-service agreement.

That way, condo residents no longer have to agonize over the matter of disposing the effluent, since a sanitation crew will take care of emptying and disposing the re-circulated water out of the holding tank. The full-service includes cleaning and disinfecting the self-contained contraption and the holding tank; as well as replenishing the tank with the right mixture of water and chemical solution. Users do not have to touch anything, since they can simply step on the foot pump to activate the flushing system.

Still, choosing the right provider of Porta john rentals is important because the entire sanitation process requires adequate training and expertise, usually possessed by certified sanitation technicians. By assigning sanitation crews that know the potential consequences of poor hygiene, improper waste disposal and incorrect use and proportion of chemicals used, both customers and toilet rental companies encounter minimal, if no problem at all.

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Setting Up For The Festivities

March 28th, 2013

Setting Up Porta Potty Rentals in New Jersey's Cherry Blossom Festival

In Newark, New Jersey, event organizers have learned their lessons as far as preparations for Essex County's Annual Cherry Blossom Festivals are concerned. The trees could blossom earlier than expected, the way it bloomed to full magnificence last year, ten days ahead of the scheduled events. Those who usually arrive in Essex County in the middle of the 4 to 5-week bloom season were quite disappointed to find some of the Sakura trees already shedding off its flowers.

This early, organizers have drawn up their event plans, put up their ads and posters, and are now interfacing with volunteers and participants in anticipation of another round of early blooms. There are live video cams online for everyone to see the cherry trees in real time and before spring sets in, so people will know if the pink and white blooms are about to come out. Since organizers expect that the annual crowd of cherry blossom lovers will be joining the festivities much earlier, they are likewise finalizing the plans and arrangements for port a potty rental, before a large number of visitors pours in.

Most of the Porta john rentals will find its place in Branch Brook Park, New Jersey's oldest county park. The thousands, who trek to New Jersey's Annual Cherry Blossom Festival, have nothing but praises and awesome photos of the cherry-blossom filled skies above Branch Brook Park. After all, it is home to the largest collection of cherry blossom trees in the U.S. with its more than 4,000 Sakura trees exceeding the 3,750 varieties found in Washington. As more and more visitors discover Branch Brook Park, organizers must select their portable restroom providers wisely, by choosing those that will make sure the Porta potty rentals in place will be in the best working condition. This is to ensure that the grounds will stay completely odor free.

Most families plan to bring their picnic baskets instead, as they plan to take a trip in trolley tours so they can view more of what Essex County has to offer. Others will go as far as nearby Cherry Hill in Camden, which boasts of a two-mile stretch of road all covered in glorious pink and white shade provided by the cherry trees. Making the best of this year's Cherry Blossom Festival events will give Essex County and other townships a big boost in their post-Sandy recovery efforts. The holding of a parade complete with marching bands and floats is an annual tradition; but due to the scarcity of the funds coming in, this year's festival might be limited to arts and crafts fairs, foot races, family events, trolley tours and picnics.

Some of the arrivals will not just be visiting but will also be participating in the marathon events during the Cherry Blossom Festival. Inasmuch as the event organizers are encouraging the marathon runners to patronize the local restaurants and vendors along the ten-mile route, Porta potty rentals will likewise be accessible along the rest stops. Marathon organizers should check out the new model, which is more hygienic and spacious. Each port a potty rental unit includes a built-in sink with a foot-pump operated running water system, a paper towel dispenser and a urinal.

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