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Emptying portable toilets

Best practices for emptying portable toilets

Waste from portable toilets contains bacteria and substances that can be harmful to human health and the environment.

  • Toilet waste may only be emptied at designated disposal points.
  • Never use a fresh-water hose to rinse a portable toilet or drain.
  • Wear gloves or use hand sanitiser to prevent the spread of bacteria.
  • Portable toilets are only for urine, faeces and toilet paper. It is important to use only toilet paper intended for portable toilets.
  • Use environmentally friendly and biodegradable cleaning products. Avoid chlorine and cleaning products containing formaldehyde or phosphates.
  • Where possible, dispose of kitchen and shower wastewater separately rather than into a septic tank or holding tank intended for toilet waste.
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Portable toilet disposal points in the Capital Area

Disposal points in Iceland

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Organization ID: 700924-1650

Akureyri

Rangárvellir 2, Building 8, IS-603

Reykjavík

Sudurlandsbraut 24, IS-108

Selfoss

Austurvegur 20, IS-800