Hi all,

I’m currently dealing with ongoing remedial works in my flat (water damage related), arranged by the building management company.

I visited today and noticed that, despite the water supply being shut off, the contractors have been using the toilet - including for bowel movements. It seems they may have tried to flush using water they brought in, but it hasn’t been effective, and the flat now smells of human waste.

For context, the works are expected to run throughout the day and may last for several weeks or even months. I do understand that it may be inconvenient for them to leave the flat every time they need the toilet, especially as the only alternative is to go to the concierge in the neighbouring building, so using it for urination is something I can somewhat understand.

However, I’m struggling to understand whether it’s considered acceptable practice to use a toilet for number 2 under these conditions, particularly when there’s no proper sanitation and it’s clearly not flushing properly.

Is this something that’s common in the UK construction/contracting industry?

Thanks in advance.