• Water must be potable.
• Employers provide a sanitary way to dispense water (through a foundation, with a spigot into single-use cups, etc.).
• Employees may not use dippers or dip cups into common containers.
• Refill and sanitize common water containers as needed.
• Clearly label any non-potable water sources in work areas that are unsafe for drinking, washing, or for use with food.

• At least one toilet for every 20 workers (or portion of 20).
• Toilets (chemical, flush, biological, etc.) can be fixed or portable.
• Where possible, provide separate toilets for men and women and label them using language or symbols easily understood by the workers.
• Toilets must be within a 5-minute or one-quarter mile unobstructed walk for all workers.
• There must always be enough toilet paper.
• Each toilet seat must have a toilet paper holder or dispenser.
• All toilet structures must have doors that latch from the inside, adequate ventilation and screens.
• All toilet structures must be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition.
• Where there are no separate urinals, toilet seats must be hinged and have the ability to be raised and lowered.
• Construction and location must comply with rules of DEQ-Onsite Wastewater Systems and Construction Standards. 

• Hand-washing facility must include an adequate supply of potable water, soap, and single-use towels.
• You may not substitute chemical hand cleaners for the soap and water.
• There must be one hand-washing facility for every 20 workers (or portion of 20).
• Hand-washing facilities must be next to the toilet facilities.
• Provide a covered garbage container for used paper towels.

Employers must notify employees of the following:

• The location of sanitation facilities.
• Employees are allowed to use the facilities as frequently as needed.
• Good hygiene practices to minimize exposure to hazards in the field (communicable diseases, exposure to pesticide residues, etc.).
• Employees should drink water frequently, especially on hot days.
• Wash hands before and after using the toilet.
• Wash hands before eating and smoking.

Field Sanitation Notice

• Oregon OSHA’s field sanitation notice must be posted for workers who do hand labor on crops intended for human consumption.
• It is suggested to post the notice at each toilet and handwashing facility and/or where the field workers congregate. 

“Safe Practices When Working Around Hazardous Ag Chemicals” Booklet

• • Employers must provide a copy of this publication to all employees.  Printed copy or mobile version available.
  • This publication is also required for the Hazard Communication Standard.