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‘I’m 36 and this is the first I’m hearing of this’: Cleaner walks into female p…
One cleaner demonstrates what she believes is the correct way to dispose of feminine products in a clip with more than 676,000 views.
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Public Restroom Etiquette: Cleaner's Viral Tip Sparks Debate on Sanitary Disposal
A recent video posted by a cleaner has ignited a discussion regarding the proper disposal of sanitary products in public restrooms. The video, shared by user @meshakesha84, features a woman demonstrating what she asserts is the correct method for using the small metal disposal units found in stalls. In the instructional clip, the cleaner explains that users should take a brown paper bag from the dispenser, place their used pad or tampon inside, and then carry the sealed bag out of the stall to dispose of it in a larger general trash can. She states, "Just in case your mom didn’t teach you you take the brown bag and throw it in the trash afterwards you don’t let it stay in the metal box! Plz and thank you !!!!" The video has garnered significant attention, accumulating over 700,000 views and thousands of comments. However, the advice presented has sparked a lively debate among viewers. Many commenters expressed surprise, stating they were unaware of this practice, while others, including individuals identifying as cleaners or interior designers, disputed the video's claims, asserting that the metal units are intended as direct waste receptacles and the bags are for cleaner convenience. One commenter stated, "It’s the cleaners job to change that bag, the extra bags are there for the cleaners convenience so you don’t have to go back to your cart to grab a new one!!" This ongoing discussion highlights varying understandings of public restroom amenities and disposal protocols.
