PORTABLE HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR EVENTS

Hand Wash Station Hire in Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat & Bendigo

Planet Hire provides portable hand wash station hire for festivals, concerts, sporting events, corporate functions and temporary event sites.

Our freestanding hand wash stations feature two separate basins, hands-free foot pumps and built-in water tanks, providing convenient handwashing facilities where permanent amenities are limited or unavailable.

Portable Hand Wash Stations for Events Across Victoria

Providing suitable handwashing facilities is an important part of managing hygiene at temporary event sites. Whether you’re organising a large public event or setting up a temporary work area, access to running water and handwashing amenities should be considered during site planning.

Planet Hire offers portable hand wash stations with two individual basins, allowing two people to wash their hands at the same time. Each station features foot-operated pumps that allow users to access water without touching a conventional tap.

The units have a built-in 100-litre freshwater tank and a separate 110-litre wastewater tank. Their freestanding design makes them suitable for temporary locations where permanent handwashing facilities are not readily available.

With a compact footprint of 500mm by 760mm, these stations can be incorporated into designated hygiene areas, amenities zones and other suitable locations around an event site.

Hand wash stations can be hired alongside portable toilets, accessible toilets and portable urinal stations to help provide a more complete temporary sanitation setup.

Why Choose Dual-Basin Portable Hand Wash Stations?

Our hand wash stations are designed to provide hygienic handwashing facilities at temporary locations. With separate water tanks, foot-operated pumps and two washing positions, they offer a convenient solution for event organisers managing site hygiene.

Portable Hand Wash Stations for Different Event Sites

Hand wash stations can be positioned in designated areas to provide attendees, staff and contractors with access to handwashing facilities throughout an event.

Festivals & Concerts

Large outdoor events require accessible hygiene facilities across different operational areas. Portable hand wash stations can be positioned near temporary toilet facilities, staff compounds and designated handwashing areas.

Sporting & Community Events

Sporting grounds, community festivals and outdoor recreation areas may have limited permanent washing facilities. Portable stations can provide additional handwashing points for participants, volunteers and attendees.

Corporate Events & Exhibitions

Temporary corporate venues, exhibitions and outdoor functions can incorporate hand wash stations into their amenities planning, particularly where existing bathrooms are limited or positioned away from activity areas.

Temporary Staff & Work Areas

Event crews, production teams and contractors may require handwashing facilities in temporary work compounds or operational zones. Freestanding stations can be located near suitable staff amenities and welfare areas. Do you like this personality?

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Tell us about your event. Give us a Call or submit your event date, location, equipment requirements and contact details. Our team will review your request and prepare a quote.

Confirm Your Hire

Plan the equipment you need. Once you’ve received your quote, confirm the equipment and hire details with our team so everything is organised for your event.

Delivery & Collection

Equipment delivered when arranged. We coordinate delivery and collection according to your agreed hire details, helping keep the equipment side of your event organised.

Hand Wash Station Placement & Hygiene Management

Choosing suitable locations for your hand wash stations helps make them easier to find, use and maintain throughout the event.

Stations should be placed on stable, reasonably level surfaces where users can approach the basins without obstructing pedestrian routes or other temporary infrastructure.

Consider positioning stations close to toilet amenities, staff areas and other designated hygiene locations.

Important considerations include:

Accessibility: Locate handwashing facilities where users can reach them conveniently. Check that the overall event plan also addresses any accessible handwashing requirements.
Ground conditions: Position units on suitable, stable ground and avoid locations where water accumulation could create slipping hazards.
Freshwater supply: Confirm how the 100-litre freshwater tank will be filled and replenished if necessary.
Wastewater management: Plan for the collection and appropriate disposal of wastewater held in the 110-litre waste tank.
Soap and paper towels: Confirm that the necessary supplies will be available and replenished throughout the event.
Event traffic: Avoid blocking entryways, emergency access routes or busy pedestrian areas.
Servicing access: Leave sufficient space for checking, refilling and servicing the stations during the hire period.

For food stalls and catering operations, additional handwashing requirements may apply, including warm running water. Confirm the necessary facilities with the relevant council or environmental health officer rather than assuming a standard portable station meets food-premises requirements.

For general guidance, refer to Victoria’s DoFoodSafely handwashing information.

How Many Portable Hand Wash Stations Do You Need?

The number of hand wash stations required will depend on the size of your event, expected attendance, site layout and the locations where handwashing facilities are needed.

Each Planet Hire station provides two individual washing positions, with a 100-litre freshwater tank and a separate 110-litre wastewater tank.

While the water storage capacity is useful when planning temporary facilities, the number of hand washes possible from a full tank will vary depending on how the foot pumps are operated and how much water each person uses.

Factors to consider when planning quantities include:

Expected number of attendees, staff and contractors
Event duration and daily operating hours
Number and location of temporary toilet facilities
Distance between amenities and activity areas
Expected demand during peak periods
Availability of other handwashing facilities
Freshwater replenishment arrangements
Wastewater storage and servicing requirements

For larger events, distributing several stations between amenities areas may provide better access than placing every unit in one location.

Hand wash stations can also complement portable urinal stations, particularly where additional handwashing facilities are required nearby.

For multi-day events, make sure the hire arrangements account for water consumption, replenishment and wastewater collection throughout the booking.

If you’re unsure how many stations to request, provide Planet Hire with your attendance estimates, event layout and required amenity locations so your hire needs can be discussed.