Fuzhou Mobile Toilet Scan-to-Pay Fee

The scan-to-pay fee situation for the mobile toilet by the seaside in Fuzhou is as follows: Initially, it charged 10 yuan per use, then changed to 2 yuan per use, and currently, the container has been suspended from use.

Evolution of the Fee Model

• Initial Fee Standard: The initial fee model for this mobile public toilet was 10 yuan per use, and it was equipped with a countdown system. The operator initially set the price at 6 yuan, but due to the large number of users and the increased difficulty in cleaning the toilet, the price was raised to 10 yuan, and the price was clearly marked.
• Price Adjustment: To avoid disputes, the operator subsequently changed the price from 10 yuan to 2 yuan per use. However, even after the price adjustment, this container mobile toilet has currently been suspended from use.

Information about the Countdown System

• Purpose of Setup: The countdown system is mainly designed to prevent long queues and avoid individuals occupying the toilet for an extended period. When there are many users of the public toilet, a reasonable time limit can improve the toilet's usage efficiency and reduce tourists' waiting time.
• Actual Usage: Although a countdown is set, tourists can still continue to use the toilet after the time is up. There is a manual lock on the inside of the toilet. When a tourist locks it, it cannot be opened from the outside, which to some extent safeguards the tourist's privacy and safety when using the toilet.

Issues with Scan-to-Pay

After scanning the code, a "User Notice" pops up, which mentions "The price is clearly marked. Don't say it's expensive. If you think it's expensive, go home and use it for free" and also states "It says 6 minutes, but there is no time limit". However, when the reporter tried to make a payment, the page prompted "Device offline", indicating that there may be a malfunction or instability in the scan-to-pay function, which might also be a factor affecting tourists' usage experience and leading to the subsequent suspension of use.

Background of the Mobile Toilet Setup

This mobile public toilet is placed by the seaside and is a container that integrates a toilet, a shower, and a vending machine. The operator, Mr. Gu, set it up at his own expense of over 30,000 yuan in July and August this year because there were no public toilets near the beach. He also reported and communicated with the local relevant departments, which to a certain extent solved the toilet problem for tourists playing on the beach.