Are There Portable Restrooms for Wheelchairs?
Welcome toWESTWAY SITE SERVICES, formerly Moore Cans – where 50 years of offering portable restrooms for Texans has become synonymous with a reputation you can depend! During the past five decades, WESTWAY SITE SERVICES, formerly Moore Cans has been asked a slew of questions regarding portable restrooms. We enjoy offering our expertise, especially when we have an opportunity to inform the public on how portable restrooms have evolved, so incredibly, over the years – from the crude port-a-potty prototypes of the 1940s to gorgeous, self-contained portable restrooms with flushing toilets, temperature control, private stalls, beautiful cabinetry, and much more.
Out of all the questions regarding portable restrooms, there is one that is an, especially, important one: “Are there portable restrooms for wheelchairs?” The answer to that is an emphatic “Yes!” In fact, if you are planning a public event that will include portable restrooms, ADA compliance must be adhered to, and rightfully so. ADA regulations were put in place due to the American Disabilities Act which was enacted in 1990
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Portable Restrooms for Wheelchairs – Interesting Facts
Disabled or mobility-impaired individuals must be offered specialized restrooms that meet their personal needs and challenges with enhanced ease and optimized safety. For the sake of clarity, however, it should be pointed out that the term 'wheelchair-accessible' is not synonymous with the term 'ADA Compliant'. However, the term 'wheelchair accessible' does fall under the ADA guidelines.
For event planners, having insight into ADA guidelines is vital. One important guideline states that at least 10% of all portable restrooms for a single, public event be ADA-compliant or wheel-chair accessible. Part of the usability of wheelchair-accessible portable restrooms is the fact that they offer about 25 square feet of additional floor space compared to a standard port-a-potty unit.
Portable Restrooms for Wheelchairs – Carefully Designed
WESTWAY SITE SERVICES, formerly Moore Cans offers wheel-chair accessible portable restrooms that ensure maximized safety, comfort, convenience, and maneuverability due to:
larger, roomy interiors
easy-to-grasp handrails and safety bars
handrails that are thicker and more ergonomic
flat-floor design that eliminates a ramp entry
TP holders that provide ultra-simple operation
comfort-height commode and lock
added floor space that allows for 360-degree wheelchair turns, with ease
Portable Restrooms for Wheelchairs – Cleanliness & Convenience
As with all of WESTWAY SITE SERVICES, formerly Moore Cans' restroom facilities, our wheel-chair accessible units are, always, delivered in pristine condition and are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. Meeting and exceeding our clients' expectations with top-quality products that are delivered in top-tier condition is our priority because image matters – with you and our outdoor event!
Whether you are anticipating a church social, a beer fest, a corporate picnic, or an antique car show, you and your guests will appreciate the immense convenience WESTWAY SITE SERVICES, formerly Moore Cans' wheel-chair accessible portable restrooms provide. It should be noted, too, that wheel-chair accessible portable restrooms are, extremely, convenient for parents with young children. The extra space is much appreciated since it will accommodate a stroller, with ease.
WESTWAY SITE SERVICES, formerly Moore Cans Would Love to Hear From You!
You can reach our Dallas team at 214-351-0909.
Helping your event meet everyone's needs is our business and our pleasure!