A handwashing station is a portable sink that can be easily delivered to any location. It’s a safe, efficient, and eco-friendly way to wash hands without plumbing.
Keeping hands clean on-site isn’t optional—it’s essential for health, compliance, and reputation. There are many types of portable handwash stations available, but which is best for your site?
Key Takeaways
- Portable hand washing stations improve hygiene at events and job sites.
- They are easy to transport and set up in various locations.
- Consider site size, user numbers, and health regulations when choosing a station.
- Renting ensures cleanliness and prevents food contamination. Fenceline Rentals offers durable, eco-friendly CLEANHANDS stations for diverse needs.
What Are Portable Handwashing Stations?
A portable handwashing station is a sink that can be moved from site to site to provide people with a clean and hygienic place to clean up. They do not need to be connected to a plumbing system and come with water tanks, as well as valves for draining wastewater or tanks for storing wastewater that can be disposed of later.
They are great for remote work sites or outdoor events where you’ll have portable toilets, as well. In Alberta, the province’s health and safety code requires that at least 1 sink be provided if there is a toilet, and at least 1 more sink be provided for every additional 2 toilets.
FenceLine’s portable handwashing stations are ideal for jobsites and events across Alberta, from Edmonton to Calgary.
What Should I Consider When Choosing a Handwashing Station?
Choosing the right type and number of handwashing stations for your event doesn’t have to be complicated. It all comes down to the following factors:
- Size and nature of the site: Where is your event or job located? What is the purpose of the site? Whether at a construction site or public event, identifying this important factor will help you determine the right portable sanitation in Alberta.
- Anticipated number of users: How many people will work on the job site or attend the event? Pinpointing this number will allow you to choose the right type of handwashing station and determine how many you’ll need.
- Health and safety regulations: Edmonton and Calgary have certain health and safety regulations for events and job sites. You’ll need to make sure you meet them to avoid being penalized.
What Are the Benefits of Renting a Handwashing Station?
Job site and event hand wash sinks are an easy and efficient way to ensure that guests or workers maintain proper hygiene. Some of the many benefits of using portable handwashing stations at your site include:
Ensure Cleanliness & Comfort for All Guests
Handwashing is one of the best ways to remove bacteria and avoid bacterial illnesses. It takes less than a minute but can deeply affect individuals’ overall health and hygiene, especially in large crowds.
Adapt to Numerous Environments
It’s easy to find an outdoor sink that matches your needs. They are the perfect addition to any outdoor venue. These stations allow attendees and workers to remain in outdoor spaces while still providing the benefits of handwashing typically offered by indoor plumbing.
Prevent Food Contamination
Improper hand washing is one of the leading causes of food and beverage contamination at events. The germs of a single person can impact many guests at your party or event. Proper handwashing means that workers or attendees avoid contaminants.
Give Your Jobsite/Event a Good Reputation
A fresh, clean construction hygiene station creates a space, smells, and an overall environment that provides that fresh, clean experience.
Provide an Eco-Friendly Way to Sanitize
Portable handwashing stations are designed with the environment in mind. They are durable, portable, and made from recyclable materials.
What Are My Options for Different Handwashing Stations?
As the exclusive Canadian supplier of CLEANHANDS Portable Handwash Stations, FenceLine provides portable and convenient hand washing systems.
Whether for your industrial, construction, or education facility, our UV-proof, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) grey hand wash stations are durable and flexible for the most demanding environments.
All four models of CLEANHANDS Portable Hand Wash Stations are easy to fill, drain, and clean. Their many features include:
- A lightweight and easy-to-move build
- Durable, freshwater, hands-free foot pumps
- Built-in handholds
- Drain ports
- Labelled filler ports
- Easy-connect drain lines
- Easily-accessibly low basin heights
While all 4 models have these features, each has its own special benefits.
Square Single Hand Wash Station
The CLEANHANDS Square Single Hand Wash Station is tried and true. At only 10kg, this durable station is lightweight and includes contoured handle grooves on each side for easy portability.
The streamlined design includes a 60L fresh water tank with a foot pump, an easy-to-access water tank refill location, and a wastewater drain. All key components remain easily accessible yet hidden from view.
Corner Single Hand Wash Station
When space is tight, the CLEANHANDS Corner Single Hand Wash Station is ready to make a big impact.
Designed primarily for portable toilets and corner locations, the 11kg Corner Single packs many features in its tiny footprint, including a 60L fresh water tank with a foot pump, an easy-to-access water tank refill location, and a wastewater drain.
Super Single Hand Wash Station
Our most popular single-basin model, the Super Single Hand Wash Station, provides easy access for tank refilling and draining and features quick-mounts for soap, towels, and sanitizer. With a 62-litre fresh water tank and 62-litre wastewater tank, it provides ample time between filling and draining.
Corner Double Hand Wash Station
For facilities where safety and maximum cleaning efficiency are paramount, the 31kg CLEANHANDS Double Hand Wash Station boasts all the features of the Super Single with twice the cleaning power.
This station features a signature CoughShield safety barrier. With its smart design, a large 115L fresh water tank and two 85L waste water tanks remain hidden from view and allow for longer service intervals.
Where Should You Set Up Your Portable Handwashing Stations?
Whether you’re hosting an outdoor event or running a construction site, jobsite sink rental should be located near any porta-potties that you’re setting up on your site. They should be accessible and easy to spot by anyone who steps out of a portable toilet.
Ideally, try to find a space that is:
- Flat and on solid ground
- Easy to refill water tanks and soap dispensers when needed
- Near a garbage bin for paper towels used to dry hands
- Away from high-volume areas where crowds might knock into your portable hand washing stations
- Handwashing stations should also be located near any area where food is being prepared or consumed
- Areas where waste is being disposed of can be messy
Let FenceLine Help Keep Your Site Clean
Portable sink rentals are an effective, low-cost, and eco-friendly way to ensure site safety regulations are met and your guests and workers remain clean and comfortable.
Whether you’re managing a construction project or hosting an outdoor event in Alberta, FenceLine’s CLEANHANDS stations keep your site safe and compliant. Contact us today to rent or buy a station that fits your needs.
FAQ
How do portable handwashing stations work?
Portable hand ashing stations have a freshwater tank and a foot pedal that activates a water pump and delivers water from the tank to the faucet. They include a soap dispenser as well as a grey water tank that collects wastewater. Some stations even feature a paper towel dispenser and sanitizer for additional hand hygiene.
Do I need a portable handwashing station for my event?
Yes. In most cases, you will need a portable handwashing station for your outdoor event. It will prevent the spread of germs, ensure compliance with health regulations and food safety, and increase guest comfort.