Indicator 3.11.3

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Indicator 3.11.3

by Contact on 8 October 2026

Requirement

The UoC shall provide access to appropriate sanitary facilities that: a) are clean and hygienic; and b) include adequate privacy measures; and c) include separation by gender if required; and d) are sufficient for the number of people using them.

How Do I Interpret This Requirement?

  • Appropriate sanitary facilities:

    • are located within or in close proximity (i.e. less than 60 metres) to the dormitory or housing facilities

    • are dry and warm

    • have a source of ventilation (e.g. window or fan)

    • have adequate lighting

    • have doors that close and lock for privacy

    • are separated for men and women except in family accommodation

    • are constructed of hard materials that are easy to clean

    • include at least one of the following:

      • pit latrines

      • flush toilets

      • urinals

      • have taps and running water

      • have facilities for the safe disposal of sanitary products.

      • Waste and wastewater are disposed of in accordance with Criterion 2.12.

Evidence of Implementation

  • records of scheduled housekeeping such as cleaning of common areas like toilets, shower stalls, corridors and garbage disposal.

Auditors Should Confirm

  • through a walkthrough of the sanitary facilities that all provisions of this Indicator are met;

  • what employees report on the quality of drinking water, maintenance of sanitary equipment like taps and toilet flushing systems.