Public restroom hygiene - when using a public restroom, how careful are you?

Contributor: mistressg mistressg
FOOT. ALWAYS USE THE FOOT.
07/21/2011
Contributor: Dusk Dusk
I'll usually wipe the seat before I sit on it OR if it's really bad (or a co-ed bathroom where guys have pissed all over the seat) I just squat. I always push down the handle with my feet.
07/21/2011
Contributor: P'Gell P'Gell
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Originally posted by Rossie
You're not a mess - I'll do the same things too. I always use toilet paper to turn on the faucet, while clenching a second wad of toilet paper under my chin to turn off the faucet, then another batch of clean toilet paper to pull open the ... more
Thanks.
07/21/2011
Contributor: P'Gell P'Gell
Quote:
Originally posted by tickle me pink
I have OCD too, and there's nothing that sets it off worse than public restrooms! I have a really strict routine that I follow every time so I don't give myself an anxiety attack, which means it takes me absolutely forever to go to the ... more
It sucks, doesn't it?

My worst trigger is people puking or even hearing about someone puking. It can set me off on anxiety for days. Makes no sense. (And, I'm a nurse. I'd rather clean out an impacted bowel than deal with a puking kid, any day!)
07/21/2011
Contributor: KinkyDesire KinkyDesire
Quote:
Originally posted by alliegator
After I wash my hands, I usually either keep the towel to open the outer door or use my shirttail.
Oddly enough, I do this more at home then I do when I'm out (using my shirt to open the door). But then again, I rarely try to use the restroom when I'm out.
07/21/2011
Contributor: Eucaly Eucaly
There is only one foot option, but I do nearly all of this using my foot. If the sink has a handle instead of a sensor, it is usually possible to turn that with my foot too.
07/22/2011
Contributor: K101 K101
I've actually NEVER seen anyone else do what I do. Heck, I never see other's even wash their hands after using the restroom! Just happened yesterday and my dad and I were talking about it. (We're both germ and clean freaks) I use a paper towel to open the door handle. Yesterday I was desperate and had to wash my hands in a public restroom where we were eating and they had no paper towels! Usually I use toilet paper to open the door, but this time I was able to open it with my back and squeeze out. Lol.

I never ever sit directly on a toilet seat unless it's my own. I only use public restrooms if I feel I'm going to die if I don't go now. I always pull my clothing away from the seat and stand up, hovering over the toilet. Still though, back splash is possible. I wash my hands and never touch the door handle with my bare hands. Everybody thinks it's weird! Seriously, there is no point in washing your hands if you're just going to touch the door handle. I hate when I see people walk out of the style and grab the door handle. MAKES ME CRINGE!
07/23/2011
Contributor: Rossie Rossie
Quote:
Originally posted by K101
I've actually NEVER seen anyone else do what I do. Heck, I never see other's even wash their hands after using the restroom! Just happened yesterday and my dad and I were talking about it. (We're both germ and clean freaks) I use a paper ... more
Now you know there's a bunch of us out there who share the same good habits like you!
07/23/2011
Contributor: lanky lanky
use my feet to flush
07/23/2011
Contributor: Sapphires13 Sapphires13
I guess I'm gross, because I don't take any extra precautions in public restrooms than I would at home. And I've never gotten sick or caught anything.

Honestly. Public restrooms get cleaned more often and more thoroughly than my bathroom at home.
01/04/2012
Contributor: GenderSexplorations GenderSexplorations
Feet to flush and toilet paper for all things that must be touched in any way. I'm paranoid about stuff like that.
01/04/2012
Contributor: Apirka Apirka
Public restrooms don't bother me. I use my hand to open the stall and to flush if it doesn't do it automatically and I don't squat over the seat cause that just makes more of a mess for me. Obviously I make sure I wash my hands well when I'm done though I do try to use my jacket or hoodie sleeve (if wearing one) on the door handle when I leave because I'm not sure if anyone didn't wash their hands. But usually, I try to make sure I don't drink too much and pee before I go anywhere so I don't have to use public restrooms.
03/04/2012
Contributor: Stinkytofu10 Stinkytofu10
Quote:
Originally posted by Rossie
When using a public restroom is inevitable, what safety precautions do you take?
(I assume most public restrooms have automatic faucets, and people DO wash their hands after they have relieved themselves, I did not include hand-washing habits in ... more
Personally I never go into public restrooms unless I am about to leak...
03/04/2012
Contributor: HugsAndBites HugsAndBites
im sort of a germ phobe of bathrooms... i only use them if i HAVE to. and when i do you can be sure i leave them cleaner than i found them. i wipe everything down and then put toilet paper every where... my butt will never touch a public toilet seat.
03/04/2012
Contributor: winterseve winterseve
definitely use lots of soap and warm water and hand sanitizer after. I used to make seat covers and hand sanitizer over the seats before as well.
03/04/2012
Contributor: jmex83 jmex83
Quote:
Originally posted by Rossie
When using a public restroom is inevitable, what safety precautions do you take?
(I assume most public restrooms have automatic faucets, and people DO wash their hands after they have relieved themselves, I did not include hand-washing habits in ... more
Im a guy, Ill admit that I don't really think about this sort of thing when I have to use the bathroom elsewhere. Im not weird about anything, I just make sure to wash my hands really well after.
03/05/2012
Contributor: dbm6907 dbm6907
I hate public restrooms! I always make sure to use the toilet seat covers, flush with my foot, and wash my hands after I'm finished! After washing my hands I'll open the door with a paper towel
03/05/2012
Contributor: ViVix ViVix
Quote:
Originally posted by Rossie
When using a public restroom is inevitable, what safety precautions do you take?
(I assume most public restrooms have automatic faucets, and people DO wash their hands after they have relieved themselves, I did not include hand-washing habits in ... more
Too many options for my liking, but to sum it up, I open the doors with my bare hands, use a seat protector, and flush with my foot. Plus I use my wrist on the paper towel thing if it's not automatic because my wrist doesn't touch my face the way my hand does.
03/05/2012
Contributor: Lady Hazel Lady Hazel
Quote:
Originally posted by Rossie
When using a public restroom is inevitable, what safety precautions do you take?
(I assume most public restrooms have automatic faucets, and people DO wash their hands after they have relieved themselves, I did not include hand-washing habits in ... more
I take all precautions and dont touch anything I dont have too. Hand washing is very important so I always do that and use a paper towl or toilet paper on my way out to touch anything
03/05/2012
Contributor: Azule Azule
I try not to touch anything in the area if it's a completely public space. If it is something inside a nice restaurant or fancy business I might be less worried about contact. I tend to judge the washroom by how clean the sinks look.
03/05/2012
Contributor: fredacarl fredacarl
Quote:
Originally posted by Rossie
When using a public restroom is inevitable, what safety precautions do you take?
(I assume most public restrooms have automatic faucets, and people DO wash their hands after they have relieved themselves, I did not include hand-washing habits in ... more
I press down the toilet flusher handle using my foot.
03/05/2012
Contributor: Allstars316 Allstars316
I don't go crazy on all of that. But if the toilet is messing I will move on.
06/18/2012
Contributor: Marie Hanna Marie Hanna
As long as it looks clean, I don't really care.
11/28/2012
Contributor: Bill220 Bill220
I'm a guy. I do my best not to touch anything but I will flush the urinal with my hand and then wash my hands afterwards. I will not go number 2 in a public toilet, EVER.
11/28/2012
Contributor: PeaceToTheMiddleEast PeaceToTheMiddleEast
I will bump the stall with my shoulder to get in. I will squat if there is no toilet cover and when I flush I use my feet. When leaving I will open with hands then wash them.
11/28/2012
Contributor: kev kev
Quote:
Originally posted by Rossie
When using a public restroom is inevitable, what safety precautions do you take?
(I assume most public restrooms have automatic faucets, and people DO wash their hands after they have relieved themselves, I did not include hand-washing habits in ... more
I flush the toilet with my dick because they're both dirty anyways.
11/28/2012
Contributor: Lover of Leather Lover of Leather
I'm not overly obsessive, but I do flush the toilet with my foot.
11/28/2012
Contributor: gsfanatic gsfanatic
I open the stall with my hand, but I'll use my foot once I've washed my hands when possible. Given what humanity has grown up to resist, a little toilet germs won't kill me
11/28/2012
Contributor: spiced spiced
Whether I'm in a fancy restaurant, a dive bar or at home, I try not to touch anything (except my own 'equipment', lol). I'll use my shirt or jacket to open/close the door and/or stall door, I lift the lid (if necessary) and flush with my shoe, and I wash thoroughly, usually before AND after. I actually avoid antibacterial soap when possible. It's doesn't work any better and it helps create superbugs link. But hand washing is a GREAT idea anytime you're in contact with things other people have touched. It's the best way to keep from getting sick.

I don't consider myself obsessive, just aware.
11/28/2012
Contributor: Lildrummrgurl7 Lildrummrgurl7
I open the door with my bare hand, use a seat protector, and flush with my hand (foot if the bathroom is really nasty).
11/29/2012