What's the proper etiquette for using a shared jobsite porta potty?

The proper etiquette for a shared jobsite porta potty comes down to treating it like a shared tool you want to keep functional for the crew. The core rules are simple: close the door after you use it, use only the provided toilet paper, and don't put anything in the bowl that didn't come out of your body. That means no cigarette butts, food wrappers, or gloves. Those items clog the holding tank and can cause a messy back-up during the service visit.

For your crew size, OSHA 1926.51 says you need at least one toilet and one urinal for 20 to 199 workers, so having two standard units is compliant. That makes taking care of them everyone's job. A crew talk is a good idea, especially if someone is leaving a mess or the door open. Leaving the door open lets odors escape and allows flies in, which makes the unit unpleasant faster. A quick reminder that a clean unit is a better break for everyone usually works. The driver services it weekly, but poor use habits mean it gets dirty faster than that schedule can handle.