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ADDITIONAL PORTABLE TOILET FOR TEMPORARY RESTROOM OF MANPOWER AND STAFF AT BATASAN STATION - Rev04
ADDITIONAL PORTABLE TOILET FOR TEMPORARY RESTROOM OF MANPOWER AND STAFF AT BATASAN STATION - Rev04
by
CATHERINE G. PEREZ
GRADUATE SCHOOL
Accepted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree in Master in Public
Administration (Non-Thesis)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to my adviser, Ms. Cecilia C. Garson for
Development Corporation, Engr. Richard I. Ygat, Engr. Mary Rose Mendaro, and Engr. Marilyn
Sto.Domingo of Construction Department for their courtesy and technical assistance with the
My loving family deserves a special thank you for all of your support and efforts. You
have always supported me with an unwavering affection that keeps me motivated to continue
with my graduate studies. Most of all, I offer this success with highest honor and glory to our
CGP
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE PAGE i
APPROVAL SHEET ii
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT iii
TABLE OF CONTENTS iv
LIST OF TABLES v
LIST OF FIGURES vi
MONITORING
REFERENCES 22
CURRICULUM VITAE 23
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LIST OF TABLES
Table Page
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure Page
Chapter 1
PROJECT BACKGROUND
Rationale
The right to access a toilet is a basic human need. Not being able to go when you
need to can cause a range of health problems, including digestive and urinary tract
problems and kidney infections which can develop into more serious health conditions.
Also, people on certain medications may need to visit the toilet on a more frequent basis
and working in the cold (for example on construction sites or in food cold stores) may
also increase the need to use the toilet. Women may need to urinate more frequently
when menstruating, when pregnant and during the menopause, while prostate problems in
men may mean they may need to urinate more frequently. Groups like call center workers
being often encouraged to regularly drink water to help reduce voice strain, yet they are
Access to adequate toilet facilities is a basic human need and as such, should be
freely available in any setting, including the workplace. In most cases, particularly in
office environments, this is already a given but not all workplace toilet facilities are
created equal. In reality, some toilet facilities are not at par with basic standards of
quality and safety. This, in turn, can affect overall employee morale and happiness.
Having adequate facilities also means that people should not have to queue for a long
time when they need to use the toilet. It also means separate facilities for men and
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women, both with lockable doors. It means toilets should be clean, properly maintained
and equipped with a steady supply of toilet paper, soap, hot and cold running water, and
drying facilities, among others. For women’s toilets, a means for disposing sanitary
Lack of toilet facilities can also have safety implications. For example, driving
with a full bladder and working to tight delivery schedules could mean loss of
concentration and added stress, which in turn may put the worker, and others, at risk on
the road. It is also a public health issue. Personal hygiene plays a major role in preventing
the spread of disease and the health of workers, and their families, is being put at risk as a
result of employers' unwillingness to comply with basic health and safety law. The
effective sanitation of toilets and sinks can mean better health and wellbeing for
employees, if a business is failing to provide clean amenities for their employees, then
chances are they’re breaching WorkSafe requirements within their state. There must be
work environment. It will reduce the spread of viruses and bacteria, which can spread in
the workplace and adversely affect performance and attendance. In effect, this can
support productivity goals. In some cases, poorly maintained workplace toilets can drive
employees to search farther for more suitable toilets which takes time away from work or
a proper break time. It can even cause workplace injuries, for which employers can be
held liable.
Poor workplace toilet facilities can affect employee morale because it reflects a
management that does not care about something as basic as hygiene and sanitation or that
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does not “walk the talk.” After all, a high-performing team must be equipped with all the
necessary tools and avenues to succeed, including access to a clean workspace toilet.
Failure to provide this can result in a workplace rife with disgruntlement and resentment,
which can also reflect in the quality of work output and even in employee turnover. On
the contrary, a clean, well-maintained and thoughtfully designed toilet can boost morale
by making the workplace a conducive space for working. It instils a sense of pride in
facility is an extension of the organization’s branding and image. It helps leave a positive
partners. The toilet may not be the top-of-mind destination when visiting a workplace,
but it does leave a lasting impact—whether that is negative or positive depends on the
condition of the facilities. Access to a clean and comfortable toilet has a huge impact on
The lack of sanitation can be a barrier to work for people with disabilities. Noga
and Wolbring (2012) found that the inaccessibility of sanitation facilities has a negative
impact on the ability of people with disabilities to work due to the impact on health,
wellbeing, and productivity among other factors. Fisher (2005) argues that the lack of
sanitation restricts people with disabilities from improving their livelihoods. Some people
sanitation is regarded in most societies as a personal issue, needs and requirements are
not openly discussed or shared with others. Sanitation problems are often regarded as
don't have to take extended breaks to find a nearby public restroom. With an onsite
portable toilet, they can take shorter breaks and get back to work in no time. With an
offsite bathroom, workers spend significant time going and coming back. The time
increases when they can't find a facility nearby and get distracted on the way. For
instance, a worker might take time to grab a snack, drink, or make phone calls. Second,
onsite portable toilets can keep workers happier and satisfied when they don't have to
bear the hassle of searching for offsite bathrooms. Happier workers are often more
productive and spend more time working and much less worrying about when they have
to use the restroom. Third, workers are more likely to perform better when they know
their employers care about them and offer the necessary amenities to ensure their
comfort.
construction company, it employs 371 manpower and 48 staff. Though there are existing
portable restrooms and toilets, those are not enough to accommodate such a big number
Additionally, toilets and restrooms are mandatory requirement by law. Article 19 of the
Labor Code provides that all establishments, projects, sites, and all places where work is
being undertaken shall have the following free welfare facilities in order to ensure
humane working conditions; adequate supply of safe drinking water, adequate sanitary
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and washing facilities and other worker’s welfare facilities as may be prescribed by the
Justification
under Article 132 it states that an employer must establish separate toilet rooms and
lavatories for men and women and provide at least a dressing room for women. ( DOLE )
environmental contamination, and reduce risk to themselves and their neighbors, proper
sanitation facilities (such as toilets and latrines) promote health. Many people throughout
the world lack access to sanitation facilities, which leads to poor waste disposal. This
prevents trash from being adequately contained away from people and ensures that it is
properly handled before being released into the environment or posing other concerns.
environment with human excrement. Waste from infected people can contaminate a
community's land and water without proper sanitation facilities, raising the risk of
infection for other people. Proper waste disposal can slow the infection cycle of many
disease-causing agents. Spread numerous illnesses and conditions that can result in
widespread illness and death. Without proper sanitation facilities, people often have no
choice but to live in and drink water from an environment contaminated with waste from
infected individuals, thereby putting themselves at risk for future infection. Poor waste
disposal promotes the infection cycle of many bacteria and other pathogens that can be
transferred through contaminated soil, food, water, and insects such as flies.
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Chapter 2
History
long-term affiliation.
Miguel Corporation in the construction of MRT 7 – Batasan Station and San Miguel Feed
Mill Tower. The business evolved in Design, Project Management and Small
Construction Project. Due to our commitment to excellence, we are opening our door in
much broader horizon in delivering company’s service and its capitalization. The
company aims to engage in a more complex and competitive business undertakings and
San Miguel Corporation have worked with them in the past and continue to do so
because they share this belief in their ability to make a difference. Among the projects
they are now working on are MRT 7 Batasan and Quirino Station, Bulacan Warehouse,
Pagbilao Boiler House, San Miguel Feed Mill Tower located at Batangas and Cebu City.
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They maintain their belief that a project's success depends on the knowledge and
resources of the whole team by working closely with their clients and treating them as
The additional portable toilet is located under the train guideway which is a
temporary facility for the contractors of Station 6 Batasan Station. The whole lot was
acquired by the government intended for the construction of Batasan Station. San Miguel
Corporation is the General Contractor of this project and Baldo Construction and
Figure 1 shows the location and development plan of the proposed construction
of a septic tank that will be constructed under the train guideway for a temporary portalet
of manpower and staff within the vicinity of Barangay Batasan Hills, Commonwealth,
Quezon City.
Project Beneficiaries
associated with their portability, even if they are more expensive than a typical,
permanent outdoor latrine. They are often drained, cleaned, disinfected, and deodorized
on a regular basis because they are rented to clients by businesses that guarantee their
cleanliness. They don't clog because they are not plumbed. A pick-up truck's back can
accommodate one portable toilet. During the course of a 40-hour work week, a typical
portable toilet may contain enough sewage for 10 persons before the hold becomes
unhygienic.
Some construction firms could be under the false impression that site workers
should be expected to find restrooms on their own when they are in need at neighboring
restaurants, malls, or gas stations. Although this way of thinking saves money because
you don't have to pay to build or rent a bathroom, it is quite inconvenient for employees.
They must halt their job and search for a restroom on foot or by car. Workers no longer
have to leave the job site to use the restroom thanks to on-site portable toilets.
don't have to take extended breaks to find a nearby public restroom. With an onsite
portable toilet, they can take shorter breaks and get back to work in no time. With an
offsite bathroom, workers spend significant time going and coming back. The time
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increases when they can't find a facility nearby and get distracted on the way. For
instance, a worker might take time to grab a snack, drink, or make phone calls. Second,
onsite portable toilets can keep workers happier and satisfied when they don't have to
bear the hassle of searching for offsite bathrooms. Happier workers are often more
productive and spend more time working and much less worrying about when they have
to use the restroom. Third, workers are more likely to perform better when they know
their employers care about them and offer the necessary amenities to ensure their
comfort.
Over 371 manpower and 48 staff will benefit this project. In order to keep the
portalets from smelling unpleasant, they only need to be well-cleaned after each usage.
Foreman 9 Utility 9
Leadman 30 Warehouseman 4
Electrician 8 Timekeeper 3
Erectors 6 Rigger 2
Plumber 5
TOTAL: 48
Table 1 shows the list of manpower and staff who will benefit from the
additional portable toilet which provides clean and pleasant temporary toilets.
Project Objectives
The project generally aims to add portable toilet in support of the health and
sanitation of manpower and staff in the Batasan Station Project. It specifically aims to:
1. Ensure that people working or located in areas without indoor plumbing can use a
2. Provide a clean work environment to reduce the spread of viruses and bacteria.
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Chapter 3
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The most frequent locations for the use of portable toilets include construction
sites, outdoor parking lots, and other workplaces without access to indoor plumbing, as
well as at sizable outdoor gatherings like concerts, fairs, and leisure activities.
The toilet unit is made of lightweight, inflexible sheet plastic that has been shaped
into a box-like construction and fastened with screws, bolts, and rivets. An aperture for
the toilet tank placement is present in the top sheet. It's possible that these permanent
attachments won't secure the top sheet, making it simple to remove for tank cleaning. The
top sheet could be secured with a lock to prevent unauthorized removal. The actual toilet
tank that is installed in this unit is constructed from the same material and has a front wall
that is corrugated and flat, and a back wall that is rounded. A peripheral flange that juts
outward and downward forms the upper edge of the toilet tank. Two flat semi-circular
plastic sheets are joined together to make the cover for the toilet tank. The front lip of the
upper sheet extends downward, the rear lip of the lower sheet extends upward and
outward to latch onto the peripheral flange of the toilet bowl, and the peripheral edge lip
of the lower sheet extends downward. There is a central toilet entrance on both sheets.
Over the toilet bowl, a typical plastic toilet seat is positioned and hinged to the assembly.
A metal wear plate that is fastened to the seat's bottom surface is pushed upward by a pin
that is attached to the seat. The pin passes through a bracket and a cover before extending
downward. A coil spring is positioned around the pin underneath the bracket. When the
seat is not in use, the upper end of the coil engages a washer attached to the pin to keep it
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upright. (Note: Not all portable toilets can be flushed; those that can't only have
chemicals in the holding tank and don't have this or the next two steps in the
manufacturing process.) A pair of flat, plastic doors that are hinged to bosses attached to
the tank's bottom cover the toilet entrance. Metal linkages join these doors to the toilet
without indoor plumbing, portable toilets will certainly be required. Although this
design. For instance, at least one manufacturer creates portable restrooms with detachable
joints that make it simple to disassemble the unit and improve its portability. There are
also plans to develop alternatives to chemical sanitizing agents. At least one business
already produces an organic solution that deodorizes and sanitizes similarly to the
Mission
To provide the workers and employees in our building site with clean,
Vision
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Figure 2 shows the drawing of portable toilet. There are not many items required
for portable toilet assembly. Lightweight sheet plastic, like polyethylene, makes up the
majority of the structure and is used to construct both the cabana and the actual toilet
unit. The portable sewage system is composed of a pump and holding tank. A range of
hinges, screws, nails, rivets, and bolts are used to secure these objects. The facility also
Chapter 4
PROJECT ORGANIZATION
The functions of the people that will be involved and who will facilitate the
vital outline for determining the hierarchy of people, their functions, workflow, and
reporting system.
The head of the staff with the highest rank is the Project Manager, who will
manage the production of the required deliverables, planning and monitoring the overall
progress of the project. After that, there is a Foreman, he is responsible for supervising
and coordinating the work of skilled workers and laborer in the entire project. They must
ensure that the work is completed on time, within budget, and to the specified quality
standards. Lastly, Utility personnel, he/she is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness
Chapter 5
PROJECT TIMELINE
For its complete construction, which includes excavation and plastic drum
installation, the septic tank at Batasan Station must be finished in Seven (7) calendar
days. The deployment of over 371 people and 48 staff will be assigned with their
respective portable toilet for use in daily operations during the construction of Batasan
Station.
Table 4 displays the daily schedule based on how many days are needed to
accomplish eachtask before the project is finished. The project timeline will be
Chapter 6
PROJECT COST
budget allocation for the construction of a septic tank using plastic drums and additional
portalble toilet in Batasan Station, which will address the impending need for staff and
Table 5 reveals the cost that will be required to procure a portable toilet. The
benefit of having a portable toilet in the construction site are workers don't have to take
extended breaks to find a nearby public restroom. With an onsite portable toilet, they can
take shorter breaks and get back to work in no time. Onsite portable toilets can keep
workers happier and satisfied when they don't have to bear the hassle of searching for
offsite bathrooms. Workers are more likely to perform better when they know their
employers care about them and offer the necessary amenities to ensure their comfort.
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Chapter 7
Proper maintenance is the first step to keeping portable toilets odor-free and
clean. This is especially true for multi-day events or long-term jobsite rentals where
frequent use is typical. Even though the coronavirus pandemic has practically stopped
large-scale events like concerts and festivals, the rental market for portable toilets will
grow to about $25 billion by 2025. To guarantee that customers who use the units are
clean, safe, and using well-maintained toilets, clients in the wastewater and sanitation
industry might take a few specific actions. These are a few things you need to maintain a
portable toilet.
Cleaning the tank in order to use it again is a crucial part of portable toilet
maintenance. The usual method for maintaining airflow and breaking down waste is to
fill the septic tank with an addition. Undoubtedly, the scent might be overpowering at
times, but a big part of the problem is that the stench has nowhere to go.
Customers must remember to leave the door open and let air flow when cleaning.
This facilitates airing out the units between cleanings and bringing in fresh air. It is
preferable to have a high-pressure water gun and vacuum tank provided for thorough
cleaning of the portable restroom's inside and exterior. The greatest cleaning option is
Clients in the sector should be aware that they should work with the most recent
Septic Treatment Coverage to guard against a claim that could, in a sense, clean them out.
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Protection from a variety of issues, including environmental taxes, disputes over charges,
Pumping out the units as part of sanitizing ensures that all waste is eliminated. A
hose should be installed completely at the bottom and to one side by cleaners to assist
prevent debris from being sucked into the hose and clogging it. After the trash level is
low, cleaners should determine whether any debris has to be removed from the tank of
the machine. The waste should then be dumped at a designated disposal site that has been
Cleaners should fill the holding tank with water that has been diluted with new
chemical deodorizing chemicals, often known as blue goods, after vacuuming and
cleaning. Deodorizers are available in packets or liquid form, with packets being more
convenient for short cleaning procedures and liquid being more concentrated.
Toilet paper holders can conceal fragrance enhancers, which are frequently
shaped like discs. This product disperses clean smells while preventing toilet odor. Also,
if a station has a urinal as well, cleaners should also use a puck-style urinal deodorizer.
While these items won't keep the apartments smelling fresh forever, they will aid in
masking the smell and halt the spread of new germs in between cleanings.
After the portable unit has undergone maintenance, cleaners should make sure
they have the necessary consumables on hand. This includes soap, air freshener, hand
sanitizer, paper towels, and toilet paper. If the unit has a trash can, it needs to be empty
on a regular basis.
Baldo Construction and Development Corporation's project manager will lead the
implementation of this project with the assistance of utility personnel to ensure the
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cleanliness and sanitization of temporary restrooms that use plastic drums as septic tanks.
In order to keep the portable toilet clean, the utilities staff will monitor and inspect the
restroom daily.
Chapter 8
FEASIBILITY ASSESSMENT
Portable toilets are invaluable resources on any construction site and have
numerous benefits for workers, clients, and the environment. Whether you plan to
remodel an office space, build a new home, or extend a commercial garage, portable
bathrooms play a crucial role in keeping the job site safe, efficient, and healthy.
The effective sanitation of toilets and sinks can mean better health and wellbeing
for employees, if a business is failing to provide clean amenities for their employees, then
chances are they’re breaching WorkSafe requirements within their state. There must be
The procurement of additional portable toilet will benefit the manpower and staff
of Baldo Construction and Development Corp. Workers don't have to take extended
breaks to find a nearby public restroom. With an onsite portable toilet, they can take
shorter breaks and get back to work in no time. Onsite portable toilets can keep workers
happier and satisfied when they don't have to bear the hassle of searching for offsite
bathrooms. Happier workers are often more productive and spend more time working and
much less worrying about when they have to use the restroom. Workers are more likely
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to perform better when they know their employers care about them and offer the
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CURRICULUM VITAE
CATHERINE G. PEREZ
Perez Beach Camp, Korokan, Lipay-Dingin, Iba, Zambales
0977-628-5811
engrkateperez11@gmail.com
Personal Data:
Educational Background:
Work Experience:
Site Engineer
PAR Construction
Brgy. Putting - Kahoy, Silang, Cavite
August 2016 – November 2017
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