Top Features Every Modern Cabin Should Have
Not all cabins are built equally. We highlight the must-have features that ensure comfort, safety, and long-term usability.
November 20, 2025
Why Site Cabins Matter More Than You Think
1. Understand Your Legal Obligations
Every site must provide adequate welfare facilities, including toilets, washing facilities, rest areas, and access to drinking water. Before choosing a unit, review the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) standards to ensure compliance. Failure to meet these requirements can lead to fines and delays.
2. Assess Your Team Size and Shifts
The right welfare unit depends on how many workers are on site and how often they rotate.
- Small teams (up to 10 people): Compact welfare units or combined office/canteen cabins may be enough.
- Medium teams (10–25 people): A larger unit with separate canteen, toilet, and drying areas will keep things comfortable.
- Large sites (25+ people): Consider multiple welfare units strategically placed to reduce downtime from walking long distances.
3. Choose the Right Facilities Mix
Not all welfare units are built the same. Options include:
- Toilet Blocks – essential for hygiene and compliance.
- Canteens – with seating, sinks, and cooking facilities for proper meal breaks.
- Drying Rooms – especially useful in the UK’s weather for drying PPE and clothing.
- Offices – space for supervisors to plan, coordinate, and meet privately.
Think about what mix will improve your site efficiency, not just tick the compliance box.
4. Consider Site Location and Accessibility
Remote or hard-to-reach sites pose unique challenges. Portable, self-contained welfare units with built-in water and power sources may be necessary. For urban sites with easy access, mains-connected units can be more cost-effective.
5. Factor in Comfort and Worker Wellbeing
Going beyond the minimum requirements pays off. Units with proper heating, insulation, and ventilation reduce illness, improve morale, and boost productivity. Comfortable staff are safer, more engaged, and more loyal.
6. Look at Sustainability Features
With ESG commitments rising, many companies are expected to prioritize greener solutions. Welfare units with energy-efficient lighting, improved insulation, and low-energy heating systems help meet sustainability goals while cutting long-term costs.
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