25 toilets earn five stars; DBKU wants more effort

KUCHING: A total of 25 public toilets under the jurisdiction of the Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) have earned five star ratings for their commendable state of cleanliness.

Seventy others were accorded four stars and 130 were given three stars this year.

DBKU Mayor Hilmy Othman 611 public toilets under its jurisdiction were subject to inspections up to 11 times a month as of November.

“Out of 611 public toilets, 13 of them are toilets supervised by DBKU, 382 are toilets in food premises, 26 toilets at petrol stations, 62 toilets at houses of worship, 10 toilets at hotels, 16 hotels at shopping malls, three toilets at tourism areas, 33 toilets at government offices and 66 toilets at education institutions and school,” he said.

More effort needs to be taken to improve cleanliness levels in toilets, he said, urging the public to use the public toilet or restroom responsibly. 

“Food operators also need to ensure the toilets remain clean, fully functional and have great aesthetics,” he said while officiating at the World Toilet Day Seminar 2023 here on Tuesday (Dec 5).

Hilmy hoped participants of the seminar can share their knowledge and awareness on toilet cleanliness with the public.

“From there, we can create a community impact, especially when it comes to the cleanliness of public toilets.

“Also, we can create a better image for Kuching city in the eyes of not only the people, but also tourists,”he added.

Also present was DBKU Director Mohamed Khaidir Abang.