If you're making plans for a special event for your company or organization, one of the most important things you need to do is make sure that there are adequate restroom facilities at the event location.

Unfortunately, event planners often make significant mistakes when arranging for a portable restroom rental that detracts from the comfort of their event attendees. The following are six mistakes it's important to avoid when you rent a portable restroom for a special event.

1. Failing to consider how many people will be in attendance

The number of portable restrooms you need is dependent on how many people will be attending your event. It's always best to be optimistic if you're not sure about attendance and plan for the maximum possible turnout you could expect. 

Generally speaking, it's a good idea to rent one portable restroom unit for every 75 individuals who will be attending your event. 

2. Working with a service that's not local

Remember that it will cost money to transport rental restroom units. It is definitely going to cost a significant amount of money to transport units even a short distance.

The further away your rental service provider is, the more it's going to cost you. You should, therefore, look for the closest possible rental restroom provider to minimize your costs. 

3. Being unaware of the different types of portable restrooms available

There are different types of portable restroom units available. You can choose between trailer units and freestanding portable restrooms. 

A trailer unit tends to be more comfortable and convenient for a formal event. On the other hand, a less formal event like a party or construction site could be well serviced with a freestanding unit.  It's also important to be aware of the availability of handicap accessible units. Depending on the demographics of the attendees at your event, renting a handicap-accessible unit might be a good idea. 

4. Neglecting to plan out your site layout

It's important to keep your portable restrooms as far as possible from dining and food preparation areas. It's also important to position them so that they will not cause unpleasant odors in any area where activities will take place and attendees will congregate. 

5. Failing to provide any additional options

Attendees at your special event might appreciate special options like hand-washing stations. Consider the wants and needs of your event attendees when making arrangements. 

6. Renting a portable restroom at the last minute

Remember that portable restroom rental companies may become especially busy during the summer months when outdoor events are common. 

Making arrangements well in advance will minimize the chances that you will be unable to provide adequate rental restroom facilities for your event because you can't find a rental service provider with any available facilities at the time of your scheduled event. For more information, contact a company like RCS Inc.