Key facts
- Logistics yards near the Pharr–Reynosa and Anzalduas crossings run big crews.
- Plant shutdowns need short surges of units with twice-weekly service.
- One monthly invoice across sites.
- Handwash stations where crews handle chemicals.
What do industrial sites in McAllen need?
Industrial sites need enough toilets for their peak crew under OSHA 29 CFR 1926.51, handwash stations where workers handle chemicals or coatings, and service records that hold up in a safety audit. Warehouses and logistics yards around McAllen, Pharr and Hidalgo often run one invoice across several sites.
How do plant shutdowns and turnarounds change the order?
A shutdown or turnaround can double a site's headcount for one to three weeks. Size units to the peak crew, not the normal one: 1 toilet per 20 workers, then 1 seat and 1 urinal per 40 under OSHA Table D-1. Add a handwash station per cluster and move to twice-weekly service while the surge lasts, then drop back when contractors leave.
| Peak crew | Toilets (OSHA minimum) | Suggested handwash | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 1 | 1 | Weekly |
| 60 | 2 seats + 2 urinals | 2 | Twice weekly |
| 120 | 3 seats + 3 urinals | 3 | Twice weekly |
| 200 | 5 seats + 5 urinals | 4–5 | Twice weekly |
What paperwork do safety managers ask for?
Safety and EHS managers usually ask for three things: a service log showing each pump-out date, a unit count that matches the posted crew size, and a certificate of insurance naming the site owner. Ask for all three when you book, so they are on file before the first audit.
Straight answers
Questions callers asked us
How many porta potties does my crew need?
OSHA 29 CFR 1926.51 Table D-1 requires 1 toilet for 20 or fewer workers, then 1 seat and 1 urinal per 40 workers, and 1 seat and 1 urinal per 50 workers at 200 or more. Valley heat is a good reason to go above the minimum.
How often is the porta potty cleaned?
Units on 28-day rentals are serviced once a week: pumped, scrubbed, deodorized and restocked. Event units arrive clean and stocked. Festivals and multi-day events can add a mid-event service, such as a Saturday-night clean before a Sunday crowd.
Do I have to pay for a full month if I only need it two weeks?
Usually yes, and it is the cheaper option. Jobsite units bill in 28-day cycles with weekly cleaning included. A weekly rate costs more per day because the delivery and pickup trips still happen. Call for pickup the day the work ends and billing stops that day.
How do I pay? Do you take cash?
Pay by Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover or debit card over the phone or through a secure link. You get an invoice by text and email to review and e-sign. We do not collect cash at delivery.