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A new site is deciding what toilets to provide.

What does HSE say is best where it is possible?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Portable chemical toilets in every case
  2. B. A nearby public toilet
  3. C. No toilets if the job lasts less than a month
  4. D. Flushing toilets connected to mains water and drainage
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. HSE says chemical toilets should only be used where other options aren't possible.
  • B. Wrong: Wrong. The site must provide its own toilets.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. Toilets must be provided however long the job lasts.
  • D. Right: Right. HSE says flushing toilets connected to mains water and drainage are expected where possible. Portable chemical toilets are a last resort.

Explanation

Use mains-connected flushing toilets where possible. Chemical toilets are a last resort, and all toilets must be kept clean.

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