Whether you’re organizing a weekend music festival, a community fair, or a local marathon, there’s one detail that can make or break your event’s success: public health safety. And while porta-potties and restroom trailers are essential, handwashing stations are the unsung heroes of event hygiene.
Why Handwashing Matters More Than Ever
Crowds, shared surfaces, and food vendors create the perfect environment for germs to spread. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), proper handwashing can reduce respiratory illnesses by up to 21% and gastrointestinal illnesses by up to 31%.
When guests have easy access to clean, well-stocked handwashing stations, you significantly cut the risk of illness and boost confidence that your event is safe and well-managed.
The Benefits of Adding Handwashing Stations at Events
- Prevents the Spread of Illness: Handwashing stations with soap and clean water remove germs more effectively than hand sanitizer alone.
- Encourages Food Safety: Regular handwashing by food vendors, staff, and guests reduces the risk of foodborne illness outbreaks.
- Improves Guest Satisfaction: Attendees appreciate organizers who prioritize hygiene, which can lead to better reviews, repeat attendance, and a stronger reputation.
- Supports Compliance: Many local health departments require handwashing access at events with food service or large crowds.
Key Features of an Effective Handwashing Station
- Fully Stocked: Soap, paper towels, and fresh water readily available.
- ADA-Compliant: Accessible to all attendees.
- Durable & Weather-Resistant: Built to handle outdoor conditions.
- Easy to Service: Units designed for quick refills and maintenance.
Placement Is Everything
Strategic placement of handwashing stations maximizes usage and impact. Position them:
- Next to food courts or vendor booths
- Near porta-potties and restroom trailers
- At event entry and exit points
- In kids’ activity zones
American SaniCan: Your Partner in Event Hygiene
American SaniCan provides clean, reliable handwashing stations for events of all sizes. When you pair portable restrooms with handwashing stations, you’re not just meeting health guidelines, you’re going above and beyond to protect your guests.
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