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Urinals for ladies are standing still in Dortmund
New way of saving time and reducing health risk
Issues surrounding female restrooms including lengthy queues at public venues, health concerns with regard to soiled seats and over use are debated around the world. However, global solutions seem to fall on deaf ears. A new survey being conducted by Plumbing Connection magazine seeks insight into the problems associated with female urinals, writes Jonathan Jackson, editor, World Plumbing.
What can be done about the problem that would reduce waiting times, reduce skin contact with toilet seats and minimise potential health risks?
In the late 1990s, German researchers developed prototypes for a female urinal. They were not widely accepted, however some can still be found in gyms and bars.
In 1997, the Dutch followed suit and created a urinal known as the Lady Pee, which of all things utilises a funnel to aid in aim. In London, they became common in nightclubs.
German research conducted by Professor Mete Demiriz, at Fachhochschule Gelsenkirchen University of Applied Sciences, found that women didn’t really take to the idea of standing up to pee. In fact the word ‘urinal’ was found to be offensive and their urinal prototypes were soon forgotten. Europeans, however, are still looking for an answer.
Further details are being sought from ladies around the world – so you can add your penny worth! In fact, a survey is being made available to female company staff members and any women or women’s groups, in order to gain a full understanding of whether female urinals are a viable solution?
More information: www.plumbingworld.com or email dimikyriakou@build.com
One Response to “Urinals for ladies are standing still in Dortmund”
ecoadmin says:
Perhaps an essential ingredient is educating women to pee standing up with their backs to then wall!