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● ● ● ● There should be at least one refuse bin per 25 workers staying at the quarters to dispose of their litter (Figure 5). All-important contacts including nearby hospitals, or emergency contacts (fire brigade, police, etc.), should be displayed in a prominent place (e.g. at the main access gate, the management office, and the main notice board at the locations identified) and in all languages present. The contact details for the key management person in charge of handling emergency cases should also be included on the list. 4. Sanitary Facilities ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Sufficient toilet facilities should be provided, within easy access of accommodation, and connected to the sewer, where practicable and compliant with Malaysian Standard MS 2593:2015 as shown in Figure 6. All toilets should be cleaned and serviced regularly. Washing facilities should be provided and should be adequate for the numbers of workers. These areas should be made of impervious materials that are water resistant, non- skid/ slip and easily washable. Privacy should be provided for changing clothes and toilet facilities. Separate male and female toilet and bathing facilities should be provided. Toilets should be separated from sleeping and food preparation areas. 5. Canteen, Cooking and Dining Areas ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Clean potable water should be provided. Canteen, cooking, and dining areas should be made of impervious material, that are also water resistant, non-skid/ slip and easily washable. If food is provided, it should cater for different cultural needs, e.g. Halal, vegetarian etc. and must make up a good balanced diet (Figure 7). High standards of hygiene should be adopted. Figure 6: Shower rooms/toilet provided for daily use ● ● ● ● Persons/ companies preparing the food should be trained in proper food handling and preparation techniques and hold appropriate qualifications where required. These areas should have adequate cupboards or similar for the storage of wet and dry goods, they should also have adequate tubs/ sinks for cleaning and washing, as per Figure 8. 6. Lighting and Ventilation ● ● ● ● Residential areas should be well ventilated and kept free of damp and mould. Residential areas should be well lighted and the light should be able to be switched on or off at all hours. 43