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I was confused yesterday when I went to the staff room at school to use the bathroom. The door was closed, so I waited there for a while. Not hearing any noise, I finally knocked, anticipating the awkward “someone’s in here” response. There was no response. The bathroom was empty.

I realize I’m just stating an opinion, and perhaps other people feel strongly opposed, but I think if the bathroom is empty, you should leave the door open. It’s a quick, non-awkward way to see if the room is available. I understand exceptions for small children or animals or whatever, but otherwise I’m definitely a “door open when empty” person.

Is someone there?

Is someone there?

Definitely available.

Definitely available.

3 Comments

  1. Carol

    …and it allows for better circulation of the air…if you catch my drift.

    I’d vote with you on this one, with the same disclaimer for pets and small children. Will this be on the November ballots? Seems everything else will be.

  2. Deborah

    I agree.

  3. Lauren

    Our staff bathroom doesn’t have a working lock, so we have a sign on it that says “If this door is closed, the bathroom is occupied”.

    You are completely right with this one.

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