Office bathrooms are shared spaces that require a heightened level of consideration and hygiene. From keeping the space tidy to respecting others' privacy, small actions make a big difference.
Are you mindful of bathroom manners, or do you unknowingly commit faux pas? Take this quiz to ensure you’re contributing to a clean and comfortable office environment.
1) What should you do if you accidentally leave a mess in the sink or on the counter?
A) Ignore it—it’s the cleaner’s job
B) Wipe it up and leave the space as you found it
C) Apologise to anyone nearby but don’t clean it
D) Wait until someone else takes care of it
2) Is it okay to have a conversation on the phone while in the bathroom?
A) Yes, as long as you speak quietly
B) No, it's unprofessional and makes others uncomfortable
C) Only if it’s urgent and no one else is around
D) It depends on the company culture
3) How should you handle someone not flushing the toilet in the office bathroom?
A) Politely remind them to flush if they are still there
B) Tell HR immediately
C) Flush for them and move on
D) Make a loud comment to everyone in the bathroom
4) What’s the proper way to handle running out of supplies, like soap or toilet paper?
A) Ignore it and leave it for the next person to figure out
B) Let the office manager or facilities team know right away
C) Use whatever you have in your bag as a temporary solution
D) Write a note and stick it somewhere visible
5) If the bathroom is single-use and locked, what’s the best way to handle waiting?
A) Knock loudly to let the person inside know you’re waiting
B) Wait patiently without making the person inside feel rushed
C) Stand close to the door to show you’re in line
D) Leave and come back later
6) If you see a colleague washing their hands quickly or skipping it, what should you do?
A) Confront them about hygiene right there
B) Say nothing—it’s their personal choice
C) Casually remind them of hygiene guidelines
D) Report them to HR
7) How should you manage your personal grooming in the office bathroom?
A) Keep it minimal—no elaborate grooming routines in shared spaces
B) Take as much time as you need, it’s your right to use the bathroom
C) Only do grooming activities at your desk
D) Use grooming tools loudly, even if others are waiting
Correct Answers:
- B – Wipe it up and leave the space as you found it
- B – No, it's unprofessional and makes others uncomfortable
- A – Politely remind them to flush if they are still there
- B – Let the office manager or facilities team know right away
- B – Wait patiently without making the person inside feel rushed
- C – Casually remind them of hygiene guidelines
- A – Keep it minimal—no elaborate grooming routines in shared spaces
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