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OSHA 1926.51: 75 workers, how many toilets and urinals?

Hector V.asked 1 viewConstruction & Job SitesOsha 1926 51Construction sitesAda cluster ruleService frequencyTruck access

OSHA 1926.51(c) requires one toilet and one urinal per 40 workers for a crew of 75. You need two toilets and two urinals minimum. The standard applies to construction sites with 20 to 199 workers, and mobile crews with ready access to nearby facilities are exempt.

Unit types and compliance
Use standard units for most workers, non-flushing with a holding tank. For a long-term site rental, add an ADA-compliant unit if you cluster units, per the ADA cluster rule. Deluxe units or a restroom trailer are optional for supervisor areas or if the contract specifies.

Service and placement
Schedule weekly service visits for pumping and cleaning. Ensure truck access within 25 feet on level ground. In heat or heavy use, increase service frequency. For high-rise sites, use crane-lift units with secure tie-downs.

Post your site details, crew count, duration, ground conditions, access, for specific advice.

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Ray M.Dallas, TX

OSHA 1926.51(c) requires two toilets and two urinals for 75 workers on a construction site. The standard applies to sites with 20 to 199 workers, and mobile crews with transportation to nearby facilities are exempt. Use standard units for most workers, which have a non-flushing holding tank holding 50 to 70 gallons. If you cluster units, add an ADA-compliant unit per the ADA cluster rule. Deluxe units or a restroom trailer are optional for supervisor areas or if specified in the contract. Schedule weekly service visits for pumping, cleaning, and restocking. Ensure truck access within 25 feet on level ground. Increase service frequency in heat or with heavy use. Costs depend on unit type, rental duration, service frequency, delivery distance, and add-ons like ADA units or extra servicing.

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