Theres A Weird Noise Coming From The Mens Toilet File
REPORT REF: FAC-2026-04-12 / MT-NOISE
TO: Facilities Management & Health & Safety Committee
FROM: J. Morrison, Building Operations Lead
DATE: April 12, 2026
SUBJECT: Investigation into Unidentified Acoustic Anomaly – Men’s Toilet (Ground Floor, West Wing)
3. On-Site Investigation Methodology
On April 11, 2026, from 08:00 to 17:00, the following steps were taken: theres a weird noise coming from the mens toilet
- Visual inspection of all stalls, piping, ceiling tiles, ventilation shafts, and drainage traps.
- Acoustic monitoring using a handheld directional microphone and decibel meter.
- Water flow tests (flush, sink, urinal) to isolate plumbing-related causes.
- Occupancy schedule review to rule out unauthorized after-hours use.
- Thermal imaging of walls and floor near Stall 3 (epicenter of complaints).
6. Risk Assessment
- Low risk to life safety – No gas leak, fire hazard, or structural failure.
- Medium risk to morale & hygiene – Staff avoiding restroom increases use of other facilities, leading to queues and potential sanitary issues.
- Low risk to reputation – If word spreads, could lead to mockery or reduced building occupancy.
6) Communication & re-opening
- Only reopen when technician confirms issue resolved and area is safe.
- Inform staff/customers which restroom is available and note any expected downtime.
- Log the incident (time reported, diagnosis, repairs, person responsible).