Portable toilets shall be used and operated in compliance with Section 905.135 of the Illinois Private Sewage Disposal Code with the following additions and restrictions:
A. General Provisions. Portable toilets are approved for use of collection of human wastes under the following conditions:
1. Where water carried sewage facilities are not provided; or to supplement existing, plumbed restroom facilities, if allowed by the local plumbing authority and/or local building official; and
2. Provision is assured for treatment of sewage removed from the portable toilet at a facility operating under the jurisdiction of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.
B. Location of Portable Toilets.
1. Portable toilets shall be conveniently located to prevent nuisance conditions and not compromise the wholesomeness or quality of food.
2. Portable toilets shall be located per the minimum separation distances specified in Table IV, Appendix B.
3. Portable toilets shall not be located less than twenty (20) feet from a temporary food establishment.
C. Portable Toilets at Food Establishments.
1. Portable toilets and portable handwashing stations may not be utilized to replace permanent fixtures for foodservice employees at fixed food establishments.
2. Handwashing Stations. Where foodservice is provided, an adequate number of properly equipped handwashing facilities must be provided within twenty (20) feet of the portable toilets.
3. Handwashing stations must have potable water under pressure, from a source approved by the Department, soap, a supply of disposal paper towels and covered waste receptacles.
D. Servicing of Portable Toilets. Portable toilets shall be serviced by individuals licensed or certified per Section 905.135 of the Illinois Private Sewage Disposal Code and permitted by the McHenry County Department of Health.
E. Disposal of Portable Toilet Waste. Disposal of waste from tank trucks shall be in accordance with Section 905.170(g) of the Illinois Private Sewage Disposal Code and § 8.04.630 of this Ordinance.
F. Removal of Portable Toilets. The Department may require removal of portable toilets in the event of repetitive violations of the Ordinance or in the event that the use of the portable toilet results in the creation of nuisance or unsanitary conditions.
G. Records. Records of inspections, servicing and maintenance of portable toilets shall be maintained by the employers, event sponsors or property owners and made available to the Department upon request.
(Ord. O-201711-51-031, passed 11-14-2017)