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On-Site Welfare Units – Clean, Comfortable, and Self-Contained Site Facilities
Storage on Site’s welfare units provide everything your site needs to stay compliant, comfortable and productive in one secure, self-contained cabin. Each unit comes equipped with toilet and hand-wash facilities, a canteen area, heating, and a drying room – ideal for construction, infrastructure and utilities sites across the South.
Our towable welfare units are fully self-sufficient, with in-built generators for power – just add diesel and you’re good to go. No external hook-up required, and no delays waiting for site electrics and mains water. Each hire also includes a weekly service: we’ll empty the toilet tank, top up the water supply, and replenish toilet paper, helping your teams stay focused on the job.
With a range of unit sizes available from 12ft to 22.9ft, our welfare cabin hire is convenient, flexible and designed to keep your site moving without the faff. We can also provide temporary fencing to complement your welfare unit or container hire, including harris fencing and pedestrian barriers.
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- Toilet, canteen, and drying room, all in one secure welfare cabin
- 20ft and 22.9ft welfare units also include an office space
- Solar powered units available
- Ultra-secure units with galvanised steel exterior and deadlocks
- Fully HSE-compliant and available for short or long-term hire
- Delivered ready to use – just add diesel
- Weekly service included in your hire price, no hidden extras
12ft Towable Welfare Units
12ft self-contained welfare unit for 6 people with canteen, separate toilet & drying room, built-in generator, and high-security steel construction.
What’s Included?
- Canteen, seating for 6
- Toilet
- Drying room
16ft Towable Welfare Units
16ft eco welfare unit with canteen for 10 people, with toilet and drying room. Low-fuel 12V system, diesel heating, and high-security build for HSE-compliant, off-grid site comfort.
What’s Included?
- Canteen, seating for 10
- Toilet
- Drying room
20ft Towable Welfare Units
20ft welfare unit with canteen facilities and separate office for 12 people. Toilet and drying room facilities included for HSE compliant comfort.
What’s Included?
- Canteen, seating for 12
- Separate office
- Toilet
- Drying room
22.9ft Towable Welfare Units
Our largest welfare unit with large worktop space in the canteen, seating for 12 and separate secure office space for three.
What’s Included?
- Canteen, seating for 12
- Office, space for 3
- Toilet
- Drying room
Standard Towable Welfare Units
Our standard towable welfare units come ready to use with an efficient built-in diesel generator. Ideal for remote sites, they provide reliable power for heating, lighting and appliances.
Solar Powered Welfare Units
Our solar welfare cabins combine comfort and sustainability with cutting-edge tech. Roof-mounted solar panels, lithium batteries and smart hybrid power keep running costs low.
perfect for
Construction
Self Storage Centres
Shipping & Marine
Education
Retail & Warehousing
Hotels & Hospitality
Farming & Agriculture
Home Offices
Diversification Projects
Catering
General Storage
And much more!
It's simple to order with SOS.
Here's the simple 4 step process...
1. Make an enquiry
Call us on 023 8033 2266 or use an enquiry form, providing your requirements.
2. We’ll contact you
One of our experts will contact you to discuss your options, provide advice and confirm your cost.
3. Delivery date confirmed
After discussing the details and on your approval, your order is booked and delivery is confirmed.
4. You receive your order
Your order will be shipped to you on your confirmed delivery date and placed exactly where required, easy!
Why choose SOS?
✅ Family-Run, Customer-First Approach
✅ Own Fleet, Point-to-Point Delivery
✅ Expert Guidance & Professionalism
✅ Fast, Flexible Delivery Across the South of the UK
✅ Quality, Security & Cleanliness
✅ End-to-End Solutions (Sales, Hire, Mods)
✅ Wide Range of Container Sizes in Stock Now
Call us today on 023 8033 2266
Frequently asked questions
Welfare Unit Hire & On-Site Facilities
What is a welfare unit?
A welfare unit is a portable or static site cabin designed to provide essential welfare facilities for workers. Most include a toilet, canteen seating, drying area, water heater and lighting. They help you stay compliant with HSE welfare requirements on construction sites.
What kind of site requires a welfare unit?
Our welfare units are ideal for sites without water and electricity. Each unit is powered by a diesel generator, giving even brand new sites access to rest facilities and hot water.
Is the water provided in the welfare unit drinkable?
No – the water supplied in our welfare units is non-potable, meaning it’s not suitable for drinking. It’s perfectly fine for handwashing, cleaning and general use. If you require drinking water on site, we recommend providing bottled water or a separate potable water supply.
What’s included with a standard welfare unit?
Our standard welfare cabin hire includes a flushing toilet, hand wash basin, canteen area with table and benches, heater, drying room, water boiler and LED lighting. Larger layouts (20ft and 22.9ft units) also include space for a small office.
Can I hire a static welfare unit for a long-term site?
Absolutely. We offer a range of static container welfare units from 12ft to 22.9ft – ideal for construction sites, civil engineering projects, and site compounds where space, comfort and compliance are essential.
How long can I hire a welfare unit for?
Whether you have a long term or a short term project on site, our welfare facility hire is flexible with a minimum 4-week hire period.
How much does welfare unit hire cost?
Welfare unit hire costs per week vary based on size, spec, location and duration. For an accurate quote, just get in touch. We offer transparent pricing with no hidden charges.
Who is responsible for the cost of the diesel?
Just like when you hire a car, when you hire a welfare unit, you are responsible for the cost of fuel for the generator. You are expected to return the unit with the same amount of fuel as when you received it, or you will face a charge.
Are your welfare cabins HSE compliant?
Yes. All our welfare units meet or exceed HSE site welfare regulations, including requirements for toilets, seating, heating, hand-washing and space to store and dry PPE.
Do welfare cabins need a power supply?
Yes – most static welfare units require a 230V mains supply or site generator. All of our towable welfare units have a built-in generator, making it a completely self-contained site welfare solution. We also offer eco welfare units with solar panels and backup generators.
How secure are your welfare units?
Our welfare units are built with security in mind and are ideal for unattended or remote sites. Each unit features a patented high-strength composite panel system with bonded construction and a tough galvanised steel exterior for maximum protection against damage and break-ins.
Security features include:
- 3x high-security composite personnel doors, each with 2 deadlocks.
- Double doors to the generator compartment, also fitted with 2 deadlocks.
- An internally locking aluminium security door with thumb turn deadlock for safe and easy access control.
These features make our welfare cabins extremely robust and tamper-resistant, giving you peace of mind whether your unit is in daily use or left secured overnight.
Can you deliver welfare units to rural or tricky access sites?
Yes. We regularly deliver to remote, restricted or difficult-to-reach locations across the south of the UK.
Do you sell welfare units as well as hire them?
Yes. We offer both welfare units for hire and welfare cabins for sale. Whether you need short-term hire or are building your own fleet, we can help.
What sizes of welfare units do you offer?
We offer a range of container welfare units including:
- 12ft Towable Welfare Unit
- 16ft Static Welfare Unit
- 20ft and 22.9ft Welfare Units
- Eco solar-powered welfare cabins
Need help choosing the right size? Just give us a call and our friendly team will advise.
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