Illinois law aimed at better restroom and hygiene access for women in construction

Illinois has enacted a new law requiring construction jobsites to provide female workers with separate restroom facilities, dedicated lactation spaces, and menstrual hygiene products. Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the Construction Site Temporary Restroom Facility and Sanitary Products Act to address workplace equity and health needs on jobsites.

Springfield, IL — A new Illinois law requires construction jobsites to provide female workers with separate restroom facilities, offer a dedicated space for lactation and supply menstrual hygiene products. Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D) signed the Construction Site Temporary Restroom Facility and Sanitary…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.