Breastfeeding facilities
Workplace
The provision of workplace facilities, where possible, includes the following:
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a private, hygienic and lockable space that is kept clean and which is suitably signed
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comfortable and appropriate seating
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a table or bench to support breastfeeding equipment
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a power point suitable for the operation of a breast pump
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access to facilities for nappy changing, washing and drying of hands and equipment
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access to existing refrigerators in appropriate locations for storage of breast milk
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facilities for storage of breast pump and other equipment (eg. cupboard or locker)
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an appropriate receptacle for rubbish disposal (including nappy disposal).
Where there is more than one woman using these facilities, a confidential booking sheet should be available.
The room does not need to be solely dedicated to breastfeeding, and may be available for other uses outside of the allocated times for breastfeeding eg. empty offices, meeting rooms, first aid and sick rooms.
Employees
Employees have a responsibility to:
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provide their own breast milk expressing and storing equipment (if not available in the workplace)
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supply appropriate storage containers for expressed breast milk and to clearly label these containers with their name and date before placing it in the refrigerator
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discuss their specific needs and situations with their managers.
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